Guildford February 2024 Circle Meeting

 

The 770th meeting of the Guildford Catenians took place on Wednesday 7th February at Clandon Regis Golf Club. There were thirty five Guildford brothers in attendance together with one visiting brother and one visiting gentleman. The Clergy was represented by Fr Tristan.

The meeting opened with a special prayer for the recovery of the King and the Princess of Wales led by Deacon Bro. Michael Phillips. Bro. President then asked for prayers for the repose of the souls of Bro. Stephen Rowden’s sister Pamela and former Guildford brother Gerry Newell both of whom died in January. 

Bro. President welcomed the visitors: Bro. Mark Hillas of Epsom Circle and Visiting Gentleman, Stephen Mainardis. Bro. Mark then replied on the visitors behalf.

Next on the agenda, was the enrolment of Carlos Silva to the Guildford Circle which was followed by dinner. Afterwards, several brothers gave their impressions and memories of visits to the Holy Land and Fr Tristan also spoke on the subject. 

Prayer for the recovery of the King and the Princess of Wales

Welcome from Bro. President

What happens now?!

Visiting Gentleman Carlos Silva is presented to the President

Taking the Oath

Signing the Register

Bro. Carlos being presented to the brothers!

Bro. Carlos presented with his Enrolment Certificate by Bro. President

Congratulations Bro. Carlos!

A few words from Bro. Carlos

Grace before Meal

Absent Brothers!

Fr Tristan speaking on the Holy Land

Finally, due to the increased cost of wine at Clandon Regis golf Club, Council decided that the Circle should purchase wine for the meetings and other events in advance. This has resulted in a welcome discount. 

To ensure the future smooth operation of wine purchase the post of Wine Monitor has been created. The Wine Monitor is responsible for overseeing the distribution of wine to the tables and ensuring that all wine ordered by brothers is paid for. At the February meeting and under the Wine Monitor's watchful eye, one bottle of Merlot was purchased throughout the entire evening resulting in the princely sum of £21.00 being owed. This was divided amongst three participating brothers making an easily calculable amount of £7.00 each!

One bottle containing approximately six glasses of wine shared amongst three brothers works out at two glasses each at a very reasonable cost of £3.50 a glass!

Guildford Catenians Hog the Hog's Back!

The Guildford Catenians held its first social event of 2024 at the Ramada Hog's Back Hotel on Thursday 18th January. For those who may be unfamiliar with the venue, it is situated, would you believe, on the Hog's Back and is equidistant to both Farnham and Guildford. Long serving brothers may remember that the Guildford Circle held its monthly meetings here for many years before moving to the Guildford Golf Club in 2003. 

The event was well attended with a head count of over forty Guildford brothers and ladies. Initially, everyone congregated in the bar for a catch-up/chit-chat moving later to their dinner places in the ballroom. There was strictly no dancing!

 

 A welcoming hug to the Hog's Back!

Mingling in the bar!

Hogging the bar!

Ah yes, I remember it well!

Having a wondeful time!

Pre-dinner drinks!

Three is a good crowd!

Whose pint is that?

The Karate Cat!

A panarama of the Ballroom!

 

 

Grace before meal

May I join you?

Going for the Jug....!

Up for grabs!

Best Butties!

A place for reflection!

More hugs!

The Fab Four!!

Clearing up!

Thank you for serving us so well!

It really is time to go!

Good Night and God Bless!

Scrolls and Enrols

The 769th meeting of the Guildford Circle was held on 3rd January 2024 at Clandon Regis Golf Club. There were 38 Guildford brothers in attendance together with three visiting brothers and three visiting gentlemen. 

During the evening three Guildford brothers: Martin Emslie; Mervyn Burby and Wally Walsh were awarded their 30 year scrolls by Bro. Mike Kenton President of Province 19. In addition, one new brother, Peter Newman, was enroled to the Circle and presented with his certificate by President Bro. Daniel Lintott. 

Due to ill health, Bro. Bill Dodds was sadly unable to attend the meeting to receive his 30 year scroll. Brothers Terry O'Leary and Michael Prior were also unable to attend to receive their 40 year scrolls due to ill health. 

Please photographs below:

 

Bro. Martin Emslie being presented with his 30 year scroll by Bro. Mike Kenton

 

 

 

Bro. Mervyn Burby being presented with his 30 year scroll by Bro. Mike Kenton

Bro. Wally Walsh being presented with his 30 year scroll by Bro. Mike Kenton

Bro. Peter Newman with his enrolment certificate presented by Bro. President Daniel Lintott

Guildford Circle October 2023 Meeting

The 767th meeting of the Guildford Circle was held on 4th October at Clandon Regis Golf Club. In attendance were 39 Guildford brothers and 2 visiting gentlemen. Prior to the meeting two new brothers were enrolled: Demien Turner and returning brother, Paul Davies. Below are a selection of photographs taken on the evening.

Two Visiting Gentlemen: Paul and Damien

  

The visiting gentlemen being presented to Bro. President

Bro. President addressing the Candidates for enrolment

Taking the Pledge with Bro. Vice-President

 Bro. Damien Signing the register

Bro. Paul signing the register

The hand of friendship and brotherhood

Two new Guildford brothers: Paul and Damien. Welcome!

 

Ladies, Sons & Daughters Night 2023

The annual Gala event of Ladies, Sons and Daughters Night was held at Clandon Regis Golf Club on 6 September. There were 74 in attendance and following a brief Circle meeting, everyone took their places in the dining area to enjoy a 3 course meal. The guests included: several visiting brothers and wives; visiting gentlemen and wives and, of course, an encouraging turnout of sons and daughters. The Clergy was represented by Fr Roy Waters a regular visitor to the Guildford Circle.

Later in the evening a raffle was held the proceeds of which will go to Cafod the President's Charity. 

Photographs were taken on the night by Bro. Steve Rowden and a selection can be viewed below. 

Guests enjoying the warm Summer evening prior to dining

 

Also enjoying the Summer air were: Ana Lintott; Ella Rogers; Steph Cameron and Erin Flynn

Brothers in Arms: Provincial Vice-President  William Rhid; Visiting Gentleman Sinclair Webster; Guildford President Daniel Lintott and Provincial Membership Officer Mike O'Neill

A beaming Fr. Roy with Bro. President.

At your service!

The packed dining area

Guildford Grandees!

A welcome visit by Paul and Curty Davies

Bro. Antony acting as Chaperone!

Past President Bro. Ian Rogers alongside Bro. Chris Fecher with wife Claire and daughter Imogen. Visiting gentleman Matt Parkes completes the line up!

Sons and Daughters!

A very relaxed table 7!

Our Treasurer Bro. Rory with Sarah and Bro. Tony...

... And here's Tony's other half Seye with visiting gentleman Matt Parks

Deacon Bro. Michael Phillips and Ingrid

Provincial Vice-President William Rhid demonstrating his favourite magic trick!

Conjuring up a leaflet on the 2024 National Conference out of nowhere!

Here's looking at YOU table number 2!

Visiting Gentleman Sinclair Webster and Stephanie

Words of welcome from Bro. President

Bro. Mervyn Burby and Teresa

Some of the Raffle prizes awaiting the draw!

Bro. Patrick and Frances eyeing up the Irish Whisky

Two lucky winners!

Breed was also a winner whilst Sheila settled for alcohol free flowers

A vote of thanks given by Ana Lintott on behalf of the visitors

Words from Fr Roy!

Bro. Steve Rowden (the only photo he didn't take) with Monica

Hey! Whatsthematteryou?!

The Mellys and the Michaels!

Jane, Bro. Brian and Bro. Michael breaking the bread!

Bro. Wally, Jane and Bro. John

Theresa, Bro. Bob and Toni

Didn't we do well?!

I'll drink to that!

Don't cry children. It will be another year before you have to go again!