Magherfelt Rally Report April 2025

  A great rally hosted by Romanus and Rita assisted by Elmer and Selma. The Rally began a little early, as some motorhomes, arrived before the 5pm start time.  A convoy of them came in through the gate, and it was impossible to back them out, as they were blocking the road. Please do not arrive early. 

  The chairman reiterated this at the Coffee morning on Sunday. Unfortunately, we didn’t arrive until Saturday so didn’t get to enjoy the Bingo on Friday evening. Jacqueline (Breeze) Hutchinson we were informed did an excellent job. Then a game called Last Man standing was played. Sorry to have missed this. Apparently, you pay £1 for a number then the corresponding numbers get drawn out if your number is called you sit down until only three players remain the money raised from sales is split between last three players the largest amount is given to the Last man/woman standing. Georgia just put Sam out of first position and received £20. 

  DJ AL again, pleased everyone with his music choice for some to finish the night off with a dance around the floor. Saturday morning saw a welcome return of Rummikub with three competitive games.    The craft group discussed the craft activities planned for Enniskillen at Easter. Selma demonstrated rag craft while Irene explained the intricacies of double and treble crochet! The afternoon saw some shopping in town while others enjoyed the sunshine (or both!) The evening was danced away in usual party style with music by Paul Ralph. The only casualty was Peter who sustained a pulled muscle with his energetic Elvis moves. (Evidence in the Gallery ).

  Sunday morning coffee/tea was extra special with the addition of Rita’s home bakes. Sam reminded members not to arrive at rallies before the allotted time. He wished Barbara McIlhagga a Happy Birthday and wished a 51st Anniversary to Winston and Margaret Jardine and a 54th Anniversary to Elmer and Selma Mc Mullan. 

  Number plate draw was out of 26 vans and was won by Norman and Sally Mc Kee and Frank and Francis Jennings. Many thanks to Ramunas and Rita on hosting their first rally, an excellent time was had by all. 

  Hopefully see you at our next rally. Caryn Brown