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A Medieval New Year

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 Trinity Park, Ipswich, Suffolk. 29th December to 2nd January 2026. So where do you start to write a report on this event!   A whirlwind of entertainment and food over 4 days of new year celebrations from which many are still recovering two days later.  With over 130 caravans or motorhomes in attendance anticipation was high as people arrived.   With the efficiency of a well drilled military operation, all were quickly sited and shown where to plug in for electric.   This is a huge showground venue with plenty of room for everyone.   No sooner had you set up it was over to the large event and conference centre to find your table, meet others and enjoy a catch up over some provided light refreshments. It is impossible to put into words the memories from this event and to do it justice.   Here are a just few of the features we all enjoyed. Children's crafting, adult dance lessons, films, cabaret showtime on two nights, diner on t...

800 Rallies!

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A fantastic achievement to to reach : 800 rallies  Well done Les & Jackie. Midway through the 1980's this couple joined the North Essex Centre as it seemed a good way to meet people. While rallying consistently their enjoyment for the club grew as the years rolled past.   So much so that they quickly became a regular on most events.   Not only did their attendances rise quickly, they also run countless rallies bringing fun and memories to others.   Their devotion to the club has been obvious to those that know Les and Jackie. So it was no surprize that they occupied important rolls on the committee for numerous years.   These include Chairman, Treasurer and Rally secretary. A fantastic achievement to to reach : 800 rallies  Well done Les & Jackie