The Western Region Action Group
The WRAG Magazine

July 2005

Farmyard Party Marshals Flood Appeal.

Farmyard Party Appeal PosterOn behalf of MAG UK and the Farmyard Party (FYP) Marshals I would like to thank you all on the various web forums for the concern shown for the safety and welfare of the marshals in the aftermath of the flood that hit the Farmyard Party site on Sunday evening at Duncombe Park, Helmsley.
Due to your concerns and requests, MAG is setting up a FYP Marshals Flood Appeal. The marshals, who are all volunteers and even pay for their tickets to attend the event, have the experience and professionalism to cope. Lead by Pete Walker the “come down” when the adrenaline and work is finished will hit hard as many have lost ten days stock of clothes and many personal possessions, while bikes have been badly damaged and days lost from work.
All those who were there have a story to tell, the pictures in the national papers do not reflect the damage caused to the site or the drama of events as they unfolded on Sunday evening.
A big word of thanks to the emergency services, Lord and Lady Feversham, the staff at the Primary School in Pickering, the extreme sandwich maker, Johnsons of Leeds, those who kept our spirits up and all the offers of help.
There have been some cheerful moments the best of which was when a teddy bear of huge sentimental value was reunited with his owner Lynn Sygrove after being found lodged in the riverbank downstream. For lost property enquiries please call 0870 225 8352 from Friday 24th June onwards.
While insurance to cover the event was taken out, the extent to which it will compensate is limited. The personal losses are expected to be considerable and those who have already sacrificed most in order to make the event a success are currently the biggest losers. You can donate by ringing MAG UK on 0870 444 8448 and asking for FYP Marshals Flood Appeal with credit card details or post cheques payable to “MAG UK Ltd” to MAG UK, PO BOX 750, Rugby, CV21 3ZR marked “FYP MFA”.
MAG relies heavily on the financial injection from Farmyard profits so the organisation could have to cut back on the range of its activities as a result of this disaster. For those who are not MAG members but who have always meant to join - there has never been a time like the present!

IanMutch

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The job of marshalling MAG or any rally is a thankless job, as few people are prepared to put themselves out to do it. So when something like this happens we should all help in what ever manner is best suited, after all for those of you who have never marshalled and attended rallies, you have been able to do so because of the marshals. Please support the FYP Marshals Appeal.
Perhaps the Western Region should consider putting on a do, in aid of the appeal?

WANTED: PRODUCTS OFFICER FOR THE REGION

Due to work commitments Sheila has had to stand down from this position.
The post desperately needs to be filled in order to carry on the good work which Brian did and Sheila after him.
The post, being Regional, will require the officer to attend Regional Committee meetings which are held every two months (the next being on the 12th August).
If you wish to take on this post please contact me: AnneGaleMAG@aol.com or 0117 957 2401.
I'm sure either Brian Weekes or Sheila would be pleased to talk to anyone interested in taking on the position to give you some idea of what it’s all about. Your Region needs you. Thanks

Anne Gale, for & on behalf of Western Region Committee.

Western Region MAG

Western Region MAG will be manning two stands in July, the first at the Classic Motorcycle Ride at Upper Rissington on July 3rd from 10am to 4pm, and at the Calne Bike and family day in Calne. If you can, come along and support these events.

Mid-Wilts MAG

The Pet food run takes place on the 9th July, starting from the Lysley Arms, and following the same route as last year but calling at the New premises of the animal sanctuary. In the evening there is a party at the Lysley Arms with a live band. Tickets are £5 each, contact Taff on O78O3 974O88, for more Info.

A MAG stand has been organised for the Calne Bike and Family day on the 16th July and helpers are needed to man the stand. Taff

Swindon MAG

Swindon MAG are holding their AGM on the 6th July at The Brown Jack, so go along and have your say, or even stand for office. Don’t forget your membership cards or you can’t vote!

Bristol MAG

Bristol MAG is running the 10th Bristol Bike show at St Nicholas Market on the 20th August. Info: 07974 151 439 www.thebristolbikeshow.org.uk
Followed by their infamous after show party, Info: 0117 3779 429

Bristol MAG will be holding their AGM on the 22nd September at the Mayors Arms, so come along and elect the committee you want to run Bristol MAG.

Weston & North Somerset MAG

Andy our Rep would like to thank all the bikers who came on our last ride out into the Mendips, it was the best turn out so far. On the Saturday 6th August we will be holding our 4th Weston-Super-BikeFest, at the town square in Weston-super-Mare. Info: Andy 0778 636 6775. Tickets for the GWR 2005 Rally held over the weekend of 9-11 September are also available from Andy.

Forest of Dean MAG

Forest of Dean MAG AGM is to be held on Monday September 5th at 8.30pm Prompt, at The Mount Pleasant, St Whites Road, Cinderford. Items for the agenda and nominations for Group Rep, Treasurer, Secretary etc by Friday 26th August. Cheers Robbie

C5 Greatest Ever Motorcycles?

10th Harley Davidson Knucklehead; 9th Moto Guzzi V8 GP racer; 8th Vespa Scooter; 7th Brough Superior SS100; 6th John Britten V1000 GP racer; 5th Triumph Bonneville 650; 4th Y2K; 3rd 1969 Honda 750-4; 2nd Ducati 916; 1st Honda Cub. What do you think?

July Events

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