Gloucester Branch

First of all, can i thank our regulars for supporting this 4day event again this year. The weather was set fair this year which made all the difference for the display and the general public. Thanks also to Debs & Scruff who are part of the organising team helping with running the Motorcycle Section . We had 8 bikes representing the Branch of different types which created lot of interest so Thanks Everybody. Chris & Jill

The weather was set fine all weekend for this our annual event, our
favoured prominent position in the paddock is established. Thanks to
organiser Gordon Downie.
Set up is on Saturday so with help from Malcolm and Colin we were able
to prepare for the action on Sunday. We had 7 bikes on parade with our
representative to “Run The Hill” this year, was Malcolm Ayers on his
immaculately prepared 850 Commando Interstate. Interest was keen as
usual and preparations for next year’s NOC National Event set in
motion.

The Annual NOC Gloucestershire Branch Bluebell & Baa Lamb Run

2024

Organised with the NOC Bristol Branch.7.5.24

This annual meeting was blessed with fine weather, our meeting place
which was at the Steam Railway at Lydney . However, despite the
Gloucester Branch being out in good numbers, the Bristol group were
held up at the bridge. We decided to split up, we waited to lead the
Bristol riders on the run, while other local Gloucester Branch riders took
our group through the planned run. After major detours our Bristol
Friends arrived in good numbers although by now were understandably
weary. Our 2 nd group then set off, we were lucky the Bluebells were out,
but so was the sheep so careful use of the throttle was required. We
then made our way to the Silver Fox Newnham for a hearty breakfast all
together.
Chris & Jill Streather

Rik was our representative at this years Norton Day at the Ace Cafe, he was among 50 other like minded followers at this traditional event.

The venue was also shared with the 59Club and BSA

Thanks Rik

We were back again, to what has become a regular and one
of the most prominent Branch displays, we attend. The
weather which was threatening to turn the whole massive
site into mud fest did not materialise. Some activities were
cancelled but nothing to spoil the show. Our Branch Team
was the same as previous years. Colin & Marlene, Malcolm &
Pam, Dave & Joan Catton, John & Maggs. Our Son Jamie and
his family were all involved, especially when the wind was
trying it`s best to lift our marquee, something we have
become accustomed to this year. I took my trusty oily rag ES2
around the show ring, while the shiny ones watched on. Can
we thank fellow Branch Members Debz & Scruff,( Gloster
Meteors,) for all their assistance during the whole weekend.
Colin finished the weekend with is usual fire up which always
brings a crowd.

The Fish & Chip run is always well attended and it was, but this year was special, as on the menu wasn’t just Cod & Chips. We had a surprise visit from our good friend and long-time Glos Branch member Maurice Cox, it was so good to see him in fine fettle.

This years Prescott Hill Climb enjoyed fabulous weather and the Branch enjoyed a prominent position by the start line as before.

All of this does not happen without our set up team, so Colin, Malcolm and (Pam on wheels), great work team.

We managed another good display so thanks to all involved.

Debz & Scruff of Gloucester Meteors fame, had invited us to take part in the annual run to Acorns the Children’s Hospice this year. Along with supporting the run, with Colin & Mike a total of £85 was donated by the Glos Branch alone, with the total ending up to be over £1200 inc all the groups.

                 Easter Egg Run Group Together

Glos Branch Colin Kent & Mike Roberts