2014 FESTIVAL SPONSORED BIKE RIDE BY DEPUTY PROVINCIAL GRAND MASTER AND PROVINCIAL ADC.

Report on 100 mile cycle Ride

Early in 2011 V.W.Bro. John Hockin, the Deputy Provincial Grand Master of Lincolnshire and W.Bro. Bob Marwaha one of the Deputy Provincial Directors of Ceremonies had an idea (which seemed a good one at the time) to have a 100 mile cycle ride to raise money for the 2014 Festival. Over a period of time a number of other people decided that they would like to become involved for part, or all, of the ride. A considerable amount of money has already been raised and more is pledged. The Provincial Grand Charity Steward, W.Bro. Bruce Goodman, now has the awesome task of trying to determine the full extent of the money raised.

On a very pleasant sunny morning on Saturday 4 June 2011 a number of cyclists started on a 100 mile sponsored cycle ride for the Lincolnshire 2014 Festival in aid of the Royal Masonic Trust for Girls and Boys. The selected route was a triangular one around the Lincolnshire Fens with no protection against a strong wind which built up during the day. A lap of 50 miles was completed in the morning and after a short break for lunch the second lap of 50 miles was completed.

The cyclists were supported, and protected from the traffic, by a lead vehicle and a sweep vehicle carrying spares and the necessary liquids to prevent dehydration. Fortunately there were no incidents of any kind and no punctures or repairs needed. After the event all the cyclists were fit and well although tiredness and soreness from the uncompromising saddles featured a little.

The morning lap was completed in 2 hours 54 minutes and the afternoon lap in 2 hours and 57 minutes. In the morning 8 riders started and in the afternoon a group of 5 completed the 100 miles.

After the riders had finished the ride, showered and changed a splendid meal was enjoyed at the Robin Hood and Little John pub/restaurant at Aslackby where some wives were also present.

Thanks are acknowledged to :

Frank Edwards for supplying and driving the lead vehicle
Pete Hockin for supplying the sweep vehicle and Mike Lock for driving it
Ken Laker, Duncan Moffatt
Bruce Goodman for being the roving photographer
Sally Hockin for the refreshments and food at lunchtime
Frank Edwards for supplying and driving the lead vehicle

The riders were John Hockin, Bob Marwaha, Rod Hockin, Vernon Dunford, Tom Webster, Graeme Salmon, Tim Barker, Steve Gilmartin.

Anyone wishing to add their sponsorship is asked to contact W.J. Hockin on: john.hockin@btinternet.com

Ready for the Off!

Follow that Car - for 100 miles!

So much for a quiet cycle ride!

I think the pub is ahead!

Time to relax at half way

Down but not out

Nearly ready for the off - again

Oil Painting and the Bees Knees - oh and Bob Marwaha!

The End.

The only thing that was dull at the LPSC Fun Day was the weather. However, the rain held off and a fantastic time was had by the many visitors, Masons, their ladies and families. Here are more photographs of the event.

A wide variety of live entertainment, rides, stalls and activities provided an exiting and interesting choice for old and young alike.

The Tea Cup ride proved popular

and fun!

The Aerial Gymnasts got a great reception

for a stunning act

in cold weather

on the ground and in the air

Well done!

Barton Town Band entertained once again

with old and new favourites.

The Barton Lodges stand

One of the many England supporters

Face paint to match the colour of the ride!

Not as easy as it looks!

W.Bro. Phil Spicksley at the Freemasonry stand

Entertainment for all was well received

by the attentive crowd

or else!

The Classic Car show featured a wide variety of vehicles from Model T

to younger classics!

Bro. Charles Quinn watches as the photograph is taken of his Land Rover

Rare Mini Pick up

Humber Sceptre

W.Bro. John Grimwood and his lovely MG

Crowle Masons stand

Music and dance from the Morris Men and Ladies

The Morris Men's relay race gets under way

but there appears a disagreement over the result!

So the Ladies settle it.

The RMTGB Stand just managed to find a space after a long drive to be here.

W.Bro. Trevor Knight proves he is bearable!

Hamilton Lodge's plant stand

W.Bro. John Moulson is so impressed he is placing an order from W.Bro. David Richardson.

W.Bro. Rob Stevens encouraging a contestant

As St James' Lodge keep under shelter

I wonder what is going on here - seems very popular

oh - its the Punch & Judy stall

and children's entertainer giving a summery look on a cold day

W.Bro. Malolm Rudkin serves a winner on the Lord Worsley Lodge stand

Rock and roll kept everyone entertained

as well as warm by getting them dancing.

Chuckles the clown greets a young visitor

The Past Provincial Grand Master and his Deputy have a chat

Lindsey Lodge provided the coconut shy

A lucky winner enjoys his prize

Whatever they were doing - it at least raised a laugh!

It was a day for the young - Tristan enjoys a break

as the late W.Bro.Cecil Hopkinson follows suit.

and the day proved fun for all

including the Provincial Grand Master, Rt.W.Bro. Graham Ives and Mrs Janet Ives.