Christmas Party in the Peaks - Sat 15th November 12.30 for 1pm at Bentley Brook Inn, DE6 1LF

[Julie Hall - WSCC AO Representative]

Are they soap suds in front of Bagpuss? He will certainly get rinsed off 🤣. 
 

We can’t drive straight to the pub because the Via Gellia road is closed so be careful out there, oh and you’re nuts 😍❤️😘

[Dave Eastwood (Gadgetman)]

Apologies, couldn't make it. Family medical stuff coming from all directions at the moment and a tad overwhelmed.

[Julie Hall - WSCC AO Representative]

@Dave Eastwood (Gadgetman) you were very muchly missed and we wish you and your family all the best, hoping things improve soon. If it helps we will be out on Saturday next weekend if the weather is good, at the very least it would be wonderful to see you in the monster machine for breakfast, take care hunny XX

 

Last year 5 Westfield's and a Tiger made the run out before the Christmas party, this year the weather stopped play for all but one little nutty Bagpuss. Well done to @Ian Kinder (Bagpuss) - Joint Peak District AO for pushing the boundry and arriving in style.

 

 

He still can't park straight mind you

 

 

 

Herre is our leader @AndrewBClarke to whom we are very grateful to for organising such a successful event, plus his lovely and supporting wife, Clare THANK YOU X

 

 

Also supported by the esteemed Club Chairman @Hedley Bennett (HB46443) - Club Chairman who we always love to have with us

 

 

The rest of us

 

 

Quiz ready, well done to Gemma for winning first prize

 

 

 

Martin's secret came out in the quiz, the fact that he has a wardrobe full of rubber and leather, here he is admitting to it, so it must be true!!

 

 

Billy Senior's wife, Sue was busy ogling the cakes with me, maybe we should visit here on our next outing just to see if they taste as good as they look

 

 

Salmon and crayfish starter with a touch of melon, delish mmmm

 

 

A range of desserts, all excellent as was the main Turkey dinner which I forgot to photograph, no-one went home hungry

 

 

Xmas Pud the size of a brick

 

 

 

So here we are, stuffed, having enjoyed another excellent Christmas Party. Lovely to see you all and let's hope Andrew and Clare extend their generosity to organising one for next year.

THANK YOU x

[Dave Eastwood (Gadgetman)]

16 minutes ago, Julie Hall - WSCC AO Representative said:

If it helps we will be out on Saturday next weekend if the weather is good,

Ah, sadly monster machine miss-fire hasn’t been resolved yet. Will try tomorrow and see what further I can find.

 

That said, I’m working all next weekend, anyway, sadly. One of the “you can only have access out of office hours”, commercial jobs we do.

[Hedley Bennett (HB46443) - Club Chairman]

Thanks @AndrewBClarke & Clare.  Few Images from me.

[Ian Kinder (Bagpuss) - Joint Peak District AO]

A great event again. 
 

Food and service excellent 👏

 

many thanks to @AndrewBClarke and Clare for arranging and being such excellent hosts.

 

Thanks to all those who attended and made it a wonderful afternoon.

 

a few pics from me :

 

 

 

[Labrat]

A great afternoon in great company. Thanks Andrew and Clare for doing all the arranging and preparing the entertainment. It may be early but Merry Christmas each and all 😊

[AndrewBClarke]

Thank you all for coming. Without you braving the floods etc, the event would not have been possible. After a few teething troubles with the venue they certainly pulled together and produced a fantastic meal. Must say that was a relief!! You are a great bunch of people. Good fun. 🤩. Probably too early but HAPPY CHRISTMAS!!

Here’s to a brilliant Westfielding year in 2026. 

[AndrewBClarke]

Quick question - I have now organised 4 Peaky Christmas meals. First was at a carvery in Newark, second was at The Crispin in Great Longstone and the last two at The Bentley Brook Inn in Fenny Bentley. 
Where would you like to go again / next??

‘Like’ if Newark was your favourite 

‘Ha Ha’ if The Crispin is your choice 

and

‘Thanks’ if The Bentley Brook is preferred 

or make a suggestion via PM

 

 

[Ian Kinder (Bagpuss) - Joint Peak District AO]

Hi @AndrewBClarke

 

I've thoroughly enjoyed all 3 (the last 3), I've attended.

 

For me It's more about the great company and the interaction, than location for me. If I recall it was a little more cramped at the Crispin, but still a great event.

 

Given the considerably distance you kindly travel to host the event, we're happy to be guided by your preference!

 

 

 

 

[si_salisbury]

Like Ian has already stated it’s about have a good time with like minded people. 
 

 From what can recall the Crispin was a squeeze and I struggled to part due to having a very little car park, but would still attend if that’s was the venue of choice.

 

Thank you Andrew and Clare for your time and efforts in organising a great Christmas dinner. 👍