Some 140 members and guests enjoyed the 25th National Reunion, of the Association, which was held at the Prince of Wales Hotel Southport, from Friday to Sunday, October 10th - 12th 2014. This was our third visit to this venue so many of us were familiar with the surroundings.
The weekend programme followed the usual format, with check-in on Friday afternoon, followed by a meet and greet session after dinner. National Chairman John Sharpe welcomed everyone and outlined the weekends activities. A special welcome was given to our President Air Marshal Cliff Spink, who stayed with us until Saturday lunchtime. He was unable to be with us for our Gala Dinner on Saturday, so his address, and the presentation of awards and trophies, took place on Friday evening.
In order to give Delegates more time to air their comments on Association affairs, the 'Open Forum' session was brought forward on the agenda. Presentations were given by the Chairman, the Secretary and the Treasurer, and updates were presented by the Heritage Team, and the Website Editor. Chairman of the ROC Benevolent Fund, Chris Howard, gave his annual report and update on the activities of the Fund.
Our Guest for the gala Dinner on Saturday evening was Air Vice Marshal Martin Clark RAF and his wife.
Presentations and Awards
The Presidents Certificate of Commendation awarded to Ann Maasz Secretary of 14 Group Winchester
The Jock Burnie Cup 2013 Presented to Gordon and Dianna Johnson of 8 Group Coventry.
The Jock Burnie Cup 2014 Presented to Diana Mothersole for her 20 plus years as National Treasurer.
Slideshow photos by Jenny Morris
The weekend programme followed the usual format, with check-in on Friday afternoon, followed by a meet and greet session after dinner. National Chairman John Sharpe welcomed everyone and outlined the weekends activities. A special welcome was given to our President Air Marshal Cliff Spink, who stayed with us until Saturday lunchtime. He was unable to be with us for our Gala Dinner on Saturday, so his address, and the presentation of awards and trophies, took place on Friday evening.
In order to give Delegates more time to air their comments on Association affairs, the 'Open Forum' session was brought forward on the agenda. Presentations were given by the Chairman, the Secretary and the Treasurer, and updates were presented by the Heritage Team, and the Website Editor. Chairman of the ROC Benevolent Fund, Chris Howard, gave his annual report and update on the activities of the Fund.
Our Guest for the gala Dinner on Saturday evening was Air Vice Marshal Martin Clark RAF and his wife.
Presentations and Awards
The Presidents Certificate of Commendation awarded to Ann Maasz Secretary of 14 Group Winchester
The Jock Burnie Cup 2013 Presented to Gordon and Dianna Johnson of 8 Group Coventry.
The Jock Burnie Cup 2014 Presented to Diana Mothersole for her 20 plus years as National Treasurer.
Slideshow photos by Jenny Morris