ILFRACOMBE & DISTRICT MODEL BOAT CLUB

ANNUAL EVENING BBQ & STATIC BOAT DISPLAY AT CHRISTCHURCH BRAUNTON

FRIDAY 30 MAY. 2008

Setup time for models, 1730 - 1800 hrs

BBQ about 1900 hrs

TICKETS FROM DEREK - £3.50 / HEAD

A very pleasant evening, good attendance by members and public.

Our thanks to Derek and Pip for organizing our side of the event,

and thanks also to the bowls club for hosting a very nice BBQ.

FATHERS DAY - CREALY PARK - EXETER

SUNDAY JUNE 15TH 2008

STARTS AT 1000 hrs

CONTACT DAVE AYLOTT FOR MORE DETAILS 01392279680

One of our favourite venues, a very pleasant lake with plenty of amenities.

As usual we were made very welcome by Dave Aylott and all the Exeter model boat club members to whom we would like to say, a big thank you.

The day started well but by lunch time the rain had started. Fortunately it only lasted for an hour or so and activities resumed as before. Several accidents occurred during the fast electric session as expected, one tried to climb a tree on the island, two overturned and one buried itself in the bank!

Several models lost control for one reason or another, my Tyne class lifeboat notched up another 'rescue' when a model of the Waverley paddle steamer broke down. Another accident was to the high speed motor boat belonging to a member's friend, it developed a rather nasty smoking habit. When brought ashore and the top removed, a pall of yellow/brown smoke came from inside. The speed controller was totally fried, thanks to the owner omitting to put a fuse in the circuit, so take note!

The weather stayed fine long enough for the raffle to finish and everyone packed up just in time before the rain returned. In spite of that I'm sure everyone had a great time, I know I did. We'll be back next year!

RNLI day 'The Splash' at The Landmark, Ilfracombe

Sunday 6th July 2008. 1300 - 1600hrs. - further details from Pip Brock

Very well attended by the public who showed quite a bit of interest including a couple from Ilfracombe, so keep a look out for possible new members at the pond side.

As usual the same old stalwarts erected manned and dismantled the children's boating pool,

our thanks to them all.

Our thanks also to Pip for organising our display and liasing with the RNLI.

The weather was kind to us during the event and it only started raining just as we had packed everything away.

Thank you all who took the time to attend the event. Only one snag arose, we didn't have enough space for the ammount of models supplied and some members could not display their models. To those effected by the problem, our sincere appologies. Perhaps we can ask for more space for next year?

WEYMOUTH MARITIME AND MODELLING EXHIBITION

SATURDAY JULY 12TH AND SUNDAY JULY 13TH 2008

AT WEYMOUTH PAVILION AND RADIPOLE LAKE

1000 - 1700 hrs

ILLUMINATED NIGHT SAIL ON 12TH ONLY AT 2130 hrs

ENQUIRIES 01305785747

www.weymouth.gov.uk

Arlington Court

'Messing about With Boats'

Sunday 27th July 2008

The Event.

Yes, it's that time of year again. Once more we have been invited to provide a display of our Models for the visitors at the National Trust Property, Arlington Court.
Members attending last year will remember what an enjoyable day we all had.
This year we will also be running a competition for the 'Best Model in Show'. All models will be eligible for entry; kits, scratch built, scale, near scale, freelance, and yes even DUCKS! Each model will be given a number for ease of identification for the public, who will be invited to vote for the model of their choice.

Property Manager Ana Chylak has very kindly agreed to present the 'Best in Show Shield' to the winner. The winner will of course have his/her name engraved on the shield and will hold the shield for one year.

Question: - How many models do we require?

Answer: - As many as you can manage.

Remember we have a Marquee to fill a Gazebo at the pond side and of course the pond itself, so please do what you can.

Last year a few members had a problem in maintaining sufficient battery power to keep their models running, so this year, I have arranged for a room containing mains power sockets (13amps), benches, water on tap etc. This room will be available for the sole use of club members, it is a secure room, and the keys will be held by myself and will therefore be available to all members.

As usual I will have passes for all club members and their partners, these need to be presented at reception in order to gain access to Arlington Court, the house, carriage collection and gardens. If you are a National Trust Member please use your membership card at reception, not the passes that I issue.

Attendance Time

Members are able to enter Arlington Court Estate any time after 9 am.
when you will be permitted to drive direct to our display area for unloading, having unloaded, cars must be driven back to the public car park. Any members having the Blue Disabled Badge may of course park in the disabled car park, but please ensure the badge is displayed. All cars must be removed from the display area by 10.30 a.m.

Our event is scheduled to finish at 3 p.m., at which time the presentation of the Arlington Shield will take place. After this event members will be able to collect their cars from the car packs. Whilst driving about the estate please remember that the Horses and Carriage have priority, and also that cars are not permitted to park on any of the grassed areas

Direction to Arlington Court

For club members who have been unable to attend the event in previous years, Tony, our web master has provided a map, giving directions from your home to Arlington Court. On leaving the A39 you will be driving up a slight hill which just bends to the right and then to the left. At this point look to your right for a sign giving directions to the disabled car park. All members please take this route. Having reached the disabled car park drive past the entrance, following the road which swings at first to the left, then to the right. All going well you will now find yourselves at the front of the house and immediately in front of you will be seen the marquee with the club banners flying.
Should anyone require further information place give me a ring.
01271 345048

Looking forward to seeing you there.

Reg

Firstly, forgive my tardy response to updating this event. Not only have we had family visiting for the last month or so, God bless 'em, but the website company in their wisdom have changed some 'techie bits' making it a real puzzle to sort out. All this and they didn't even tell us or explain it.

Anyway.

Weather was absolutely great, venue as lovely as ever, what more could you want.

This year as you all know we involved the public by getting them to vote for which boat they thought was 'Best in show'. This they duly did with much deliberation, our thanks to them all for taking part.

After a very full day of answering questions and sailing our boats for the public to see, came the highlight of the day with the results of the judging.

Ana Chylak, Arlington Court's Property Manager kindly agreed to present The Arlington Shield which had been provided especially for the event. When the results were announced there were two boats with equal votes 45 each. It was agreed that Ana should decide for herself which of the two boats was the Best in Show.

The choice was between John Harris's 'Le Surperbe' a magnificent old time sailing vessel, and Roy Bullivant's Viking Longship. After careful consideration, Ana decided that Roy's Viking Longship should take the award and Roy was duly presented with The Arlington Shield.

Incidently, this event was our greatest number of boats on display ever. 52.

Best regards

Webmaster

BRISTOL MODEL ENGINEERING AND HOBBIES EXHIBITION

THE LEISURE CENTRE, THORNBURY NEAR BRISTOL, BS35 3JB

AUGUST 15th, 16th AND 17th 2008

FRI 10AM - 6PM. SAT 10AM - 5PM. SUN 10AM - 4PM

ADULT £8.00 SENIOR £7.50 JUNIOR £3.50 FAMILY £18.50 (2 + 3)

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE:

www.bristolmodelengineers.co.uk or call 0117 967 5878

DATE CHANGED TO SAT 27th AND SUN 28th SEPTEMBER 2008 BECAUSE FIELD IS WATERLOGGED AT PRESENT

The Chapelton Steam & Vintage Rally

The Steam & Vintage Rally will be held on SAT 27TH AND SUN 28TH SEPT

We have been allocated about ten tables, so, volunteers required with boats, for one or both days. Exhibitors to be on site by 10am.

Parking is on-site adjacent to the exhibitors tent.

Car passes are available from Roger.

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED AFTER DECISION BY MEMBERS

NEW DATE IS 20TH SEPT

Annual Soup and Starlight Event - Sat. Sept. 20th 2008

As regular members attending will know, this event is for I&DMBC members, their family and friends ONLY.

There is the familiar WACKY RACERS RACE.

SOME PREVIOUS ENTRIES

TAKE NOTE OF RULES

THE IDEA IS TO BUILD A 'DEVICE' NOT A BOAT THAT WILL BE CAPABLE OF CROSSING THE POND ON THE SURFACE WITHOUT THE AID OF RADIO-CONTROL OR HUMAN ASSISTANCE.

NO BOAT HULLS OF ANY TYPE WILL BE ALLOWED, NOR SAILS, AND NO MARINE PROPS EITHER!

AIR SCREWS OR PADDLES ARE ALLOWED

USE YOUR IMAGINATION - A BATTERY AND A MOTOR (540 SIZE MAX) OR ANY ECO-FRIENDLY POWER

1 ENTRY PER MEMBER, INDIVIDUALS WILL SIMULTANEOUSLY RACE AGAINST EACH OTHER.

THE FIRST 'CRAFT' TO COMPLETE A LENGTH OF THE POND WILL BE THE WINNER, (PRIZE FOR THE BUILDER)

THERE IS ALSO A PRIZE FOR 'BEST DEVICE' JUDGING AT 6-30 PM

THE RACE WILL START AS SOON AS THE JUDGING IS COMPLETE

IN THE UNLIKELY EVENT OF A TIE, THE WINNERS WILL COMPETE AGAIN

LIGHTING UP TIME IS 7-49 PM. BE THERE BY 6-30 PM IN TIME TO SEE THE RACE

AFTER THE RACE, ALL OTHER BOATS WILL BE ALLOWED ON THE POND

WHEN DUSK FALLS ALL BOATS WILL DISPLAY WORKING NAVIGATION LIGHTS AND THE FREQUENCY CONTROL BOARD WILL BE OBSERVED. RETURN YOUR PEG AS SOON AS YOU HAVE FINISHED

SOUP, ROLLS AND DRINKS AVAILABLE FROM 8-00 PM ONWARDS

£1 PER PERSON, PAYABLE ON THE NIGHT

ENJOY YOUR EVENING

MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC ARE WELCOME TO COME AND WATCH BUT WILL NOT BE SERVED DRINKS OR FOOD AS WE DO NOT HAVE A LICENCE TO SELL FOOD TO THE PUBLIC SO PLEASE DO NOT BE OFFENDED IF YOU ARE REFUSED.

BRING AND BUY SALE

WOOLSERY SPORTS AND COMMUNITY HALL

NINE MILES WEST OF BIDEFORD ON A39, SIGNPOSTED FROM BUCK'S CROSS

SATURDAY OCTOBER 25TH 2008

1000HRS - 1500HRS

ENTRY £1 - SELLERS £5 PER TABLE

FOR BOOKINGS, ENQUIRIES AND DIRECTIONS

PHONE 01409 - 241058

REFRESHMENTS AND AMPLE FREE PARKING

Warwick Model Boat Show

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 7th / 8th / 9th November. 2008

The following details are from the exhibition website:-

International Model Boat Show

Friday 7 November 2008 - Sunday 9 November 2008

Opening Times:

10.00am - 5.00pm Friday & Saturday
10.00am - 4.00pm Sunday

Last admission one hour before closing.

Admission: Adults:              £7.50
Senior Citizens: £6.50
Child (5-14 inc): £5.00
Family:              £20.00

Advance Tickets are available please call 01926 614101 or see www.modelboatshow.co.uk

Further Details: For further details contact Meridienne Exhibitions on 01926 614101 or visit www.meridienneexhibitions.co.uk

As the only exhibition dedicated to all aspects of marine modelling, visitors are guaranteed a packed exhibition with club displays, demonstrations and specialist suppliers.

The exhibition for all marine modelling enthusiasts, this event features continuous activity on two boating pools and excellent varied displays of superb models alongside many popular trade suppliers.

Archive Photos

Collage by Jack Atkinson (Former member)

I see no Ships, only CHIPS

Two lost souls found wandering at Chappleton.

Photo: Mike Screech

Random selection of model boats from Widgipedia

Arlington 27/08/08

The following photos were taken by Elsie Roff, official photographer for Arlington Court.

Arlington 27/08/08

Photos by Tony Barber

'HOT MOTORS' FOR FAST ELECTRIC BOATS, BUT NOT 'THAT' HOT!

SOUP AND STARLIGHT SEPT '08

This year the weather was absolutely perfect, very little wind, and warm, what more could you ask for?

Only three entries this year for the Wacky Racers, could have been better but can't grumble, they certainly provided some fun for the onlookers.

The start of the race was temporally interrupted by the unplanned arrival on the course, of an eight foot Japanese battleship! WELL DONE RAY!

John's turbo fan device went off at great pace, albeit in circles, eventually getting its own back on Ray by ramming the battleship amidships which by this time was moored inside the 'harbour'. (Shades of 'Pearl Harbour' in reverse) WELL DONE JOHN!

Roger's amazing technical wizardry put his craft in motion - it looked to me, a bit like a skier in diving boots, trying to lift its self off the water and plopping back down again gaining a bit more water each complete cycle. It finally gave up when one of Roger's knots came loose. The towed raft, which contained the drive battery went adrift and disconnected the power, Opps!

My mowing machine - well, it too decided to go in even bigger circles than John's craft. It slowly completed at least two circuits of the start area of the pond before ramming the side of the pond becoming entangled in a load of weed. After setting it free from the clutches of the dreaded weed it was sent on its way again. To my amazement it did actually complete the course - eventually!

Before the race, the three 'craft' were judged by our newest member Harry and his wife Sheila. They deliberated at some length, and declared Roger's craft the winner, well done Roger.

I would like to thank all who helped and participated in the event and a very big thank you to all the 'Catering Staff', without your voluntary assistance the event would not be possible. THANK YOU.

If there are sufficient entries, the event will be held again next year, if not, well...........

Anyway, have a look at some of the pics and be amazed!

If other members have photos of the event please contact me and I will publish them for you.