HIBC April Report 2018 By Bruce Mowatt Publicity officer

Arrangements for the HIBC Annual Barbeque are underway, and the club is anticipating a large demand for tickets. The ticket cost has been maintained at £17 a person (no concessions). The cost includes all you can eat from the BBQ prepared food. The entertainment has been confirmed as the Diamond Band, who will theme popular tunes from the musical ‘Grease’. The band are very versatile and will keep your feet tapping, to dance the night away. The BBQ once again will be held at Northney Farm courtesy of Stan and Mary Pike. Ticket outlet sites will be featured in future HIBC reports published in the Islander.

Again, the BBQ raffle tickets will be available to purchase prior to the day of the BBQ and will give you the opportunity to win worthwhile prizes.

To support the running of the Mini-bus the club holds street collections during the year at various locations on the Island, which allows passing shoppers to ask questions directly to club members regarding the club, or featured future events, and if possible kindly donate to the club funds.

I can reveal more information regarding the club fund raising event to be held at the HIADS theatre on the 2^nd June. The evening will consist 2 great musical sets, the first half we will be entertained by the Portsmouth based Corpus Christie Amateur dramatics society (CCADS) with their amazing interpretations of well-known show songs. These amazing performers always bring the songs to life and take the audience on a musical journey. After the interval a 25 strong Southsea Skiffle Orchestra, will be on stage with their great musical talent, and amazing range of instruments, so that you can enjoy, and sing along to the songs we all know. Just in case you have forgotten the words song sheets are provided.  This I believe is an evening not to be missed and recommend that you note the date in your diary.

Do not forget that if you are looking to book your Company or family 2018 Christmas Party, then look no further than the HIBC Christmas party being held at Sinah Warren Hotel on the 21^st December 2018. (Tickets priced at £39) The evening starts with a Sparkling festive cocktail on arrival, a 4-course festive Dinner is served in the Restaurant, then into the theatre, for live music from the ‘Sailaways’ with an Abba tribute show, followed by a Disco and DJ until midnight. You also can stay the night at Sinah Warren for £65 per room. A deposit of £10 per head will secure your table. For more information contact tickets@hibc.org.uk

It is worth remembering, that in 1963 a group of Businessmen from a wide range of professions living on the island recognised that there was a need to help residents of less fortunate circumstances than themselves. So, they got together to form the HIBC. The primary aim was to raise funds that could be used to assist those needing help on the Island. For 55 years the club has kept is original intentions to assist needy residents of the island. A club card from 1967 shows that membership, has not changed drastically during the 55 years.

The name of the Club can be a little misleading as it is not necessary to be a Businessman to join! New potential members are gentlemen who have time, and interest to be part of a club with the ethos of helping the less fortunate.  In addition, aiding this worthwhile cause through the planning and arranging of events, there are several social gatherings throughout the year. Wives and partners are included in social evenings and help with the fund raising. The combination of these activities enables members and partners to build close relationships and find friends for life.

If you feel that you wish to join the club, or come along as a guest to our luncheon to meet us, before applying for membership, please contact the recruitment officer: – recruitment@hibc.org.ukor speak to a member at any of our social events

HIBC Report by Bruce Mowatt Publicity Feb 2018

Over 50 people, including members, together with their wives, partners, and guests attended the customary Chairman’s welcome party held at the Langstone Hotel. The newly elected Chairman Peter Blake was pleased to welcome the party goers to the event. The Hotel as always served an excellent Buffett, and after the formalities we were entertained to a presentation from the Chairman’s son, Dave Blake who for the last 20 years has held many senior management positions in the Global Sports industry. His work has enabled him to be involved in and attend many top sporting events around the world. He shared a few of his experiences with us, which was enjoyed by all. The time remaining allowed the party goers to socialise with each other. The evening was a great success and we were soon reluctantly making our ways home.

Recruiting new members to the club is an important requirement, and the club members are pleased to welcome 2 new recruits so far this year to the club. New recruits are requested to purchase the club tie which is proudly worn at our luncheon meetings and formal social functions during the year. New members are always made to feel welcome, and enjoy an active social life, while contributing to our fund-raising activities during the year.

The club meets every 2 weeks with luncheon promoting a relaxed atmosphere when members have the opportunity to participate, and discuss the latest events as reported by the club council officers.

This year the Annual BBQ is on Saturday 14th July at Northney farm and will feature songs from the musical ‘Grease’ the versatile band will ensure we all dance the night away to help burn the calories from the ‘help yourself’ feast available during the evening. This is always a very popular event and suggest that you make a note in your diary to ensure you do not miss the opportunity to purchase tickets.

The HIADS theatre will be featuring a ‘Skiffle and Song’ evening on Saturday 2nd June to raise funds for the club from ticket sales, I am sure the popular Skiffle group and singer will be an event to look forward too.

Another date to put in your diary is Friday 21st December, it will be a HIBC ‘Gala Christmas Party’ with a 3 course Christmas meal, then an evening to include live music from the ‘Sailaways,’ plus an Abba tribute show, and Disco with DJ. This will be held at the Sinah Warren Hotel, the club will be selling tickets, and our funds will benefit from ticket sales. If you are looking for the ideal venue for the 2018 office Christmas party with tickets priced at £39 each, also rooms (if you would like to stay the night) at £65 per couple, then I suggest you contact the club to make provisional bookings at tickets@hibc.org.uk

There is currently availability of the 17 seat HIBC community bus at weekends. Any local organisation wishing to use the facility either on a one off, or regular basis is welcome to contact the bus manager Trevor Slydell at minibus@hibc.org.uk Please remember that although the use of the bus is free you must provide your own driver who to comply with our insurance requirements, should be no older than70 years of age and hold a clean licence. The bus also has a Defibrillator available on board.

The club as in previous years had provided 80 complimentary tickets for allocation through the senior citizens clubs to see the next production at the HIADS theatre ‘The Madness of George 111’ held on 19th March until the 24th March.

If you feel that you wish to join the club, or come along as a guest to our luncheon to meet us, before applying for membership, please contact the recruitment officer: – recruitment@hibc.org.uk or speak to a member at any of our social events

A NEW CHAIRMAN for 2018 Report by Bruce Mowatt Publicity

At the Annual General Meeting of Hayling Island Businessmen’s Club on Tuesday 9th January 2018. Peter Blake was elected as Chairman for the ensuing year. Peter keen on all types of sport, played Rugby in his younger years. After working 20 years as a Publican in the Sussex and Somerset areas, he and his wife decided to retire to Hayling in 2009. They were married in 1961 and have been happily married for 56 years. They enjoy eating out in country pubs in the Hampshire / West Sussex locality. Peter joined the club in 2012, and for the last 3 years has been the Club services officer, which he has thoroughly enjoyed. During 2017 Peter also held the position as the Vice Chairman which has prepared him for his next challenge as Chairman.

In his review of the last 12 months the then Chairman Trevor Slydell reported another successful year for the Club. Fund raising had met with some fine efforts: – Annual Barbeque, Pig Race Night, Street collections, and several other events. The Club raised its profile and earned much praise for arranging the senior citizens party at Sinah Warren for the twelfth consecutive year, and again paid for 80 tickets to allow senior citizens to attend shows presented by the Hayling Island Dramatic productions, held at the Station theatre. There was more in the way of donations and the generosity of the public during street collections this year which allow the club to carry out its many support functions. In addition to the Achiever of the Year and Sports Person of the year at the Hayling College. The Club ensured that other worthwhile organizations were helped, and all this in addition to running the Community Bus.

Membership of the club although viable would benefit with new members during 2018.

In concluding, Trevor thanked every member of the Club for the support he had received and for making his year in office so enjoyable.

The new Chairman peter stated that he is looking forward to his responsibility during 2018, to build on the success of the club during 2017 and ensure the club maintains its profile during 2018. He also understands that this will be with the support of his team of elected councilors, without which the club could not function.

Although the main aim of the Club is to purchase, maintain and run the Hayling Island Community Bus, many other worthwhile causes were supported during 2017 with many monetary awards being made to numerous local organizations, including Hayling Island Dramatic Society, and Hayling College. The Christmas party at Sinah Warren was again a great success and was enjoyed by over 300 local senior citizens. Club members were in attendance to meet and greet the guests and generally ensure the success of the afternoon. However, many thanks must go to the management, staff and entertainment team at Sinah Warren for their wonderful generosity without which the event would be difficult to stage.

Before closing the AGM, members elected the (new chairman) Peter Blake as their Highest Achiever of the Year for 2017 and he was presented with the Doug Broughton Cup for his outstanding services to the Club.

The “fun” award of the Wooden Spoon, was awarded to Pat Keane for the thirteenth time!

Club members now look forward to the challenges which 2018 will bring. Several fund-raising events are already planned to include the ever-popular Annual Barbeque on 14th July.

New events are also planned for this year such as the fund-raising event being held at the HIADS theatre on the 2nd June with entertainment provided by a popular band, also a Sinah Warren Cabaret evening at Christmas time with a headline act to be announced.

Tickets for the above events will be advertised when available during the year. I am sure that all our events planned this year would ensure all who attend a very enjoyable evening.

A great deal of hard work is envisaged for the coming year, but with the help and generosity of the Island community and businesses a very successful year is in prospect.

Anyone interested in finding out more about the Club, or with an interest in joining is welcome to e-mail or recruitment officer at recruitment@hibc.org.uk or speak to a member at any of our forthcoming events.

A Great Evening Pig Racing – Nov 2017 HIBC Report by Dave Stanway

Saturday November 18th saw the annual Pig Racing evening get under starter’s orders. Over a hundred locals enjoyed a fun packed event as the pigs raced several feet along the track in pursuit of each other. After several exciting races, we all enjoyed a Chilli supper before the second half of the racing commenced. Raffle prizes were donated by club members and local businesses and at the end of the evening the piggy’s themselves were auctioned off.

November 15th saw our annual Christmas party for the senior citizens at Sinah Warren, where 300 of our local seniors were treated to tea and cake whist being entertained by the staff to a rendition of Jack & the Beanstalk followed by local vocal harmony trio ‘Timeless’, singing several Christmas themes tunes. Timeless can also be seen at the Langstone Hotel on Feb 24th 2018.

Reserve Saturday 14th July 2018 for next summer’s BBQ at Northney Farm, planning is already in progress, dress up for the ‘Summer Night’ and go ‘Greased Lightning’ at our ‘Grease’ themed Rock & Roll spectacular featuring the fabulous Diamond band. Tickets will be available around April next year from the usual outlets and club members.

HIBC members wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

We are currently looking for new members. The club name can be a little misleading as it is not necessary to be a Businessman to join. Anyone with time and the interest to be part of a club with the Ethos of helping the less fortunate on Hayling Island can apply for membership. In addition to aiding this worthwhile cause through the planning and arranging of fund raising events, there are member social gatherings throughout the year. The combination of these activities enables members to build close relationships, and find friends for life. For further information please email recruitment@hibc.org.uk or contact any club member.

BBQ another sell out – July 2017 HIBC Report by Dave Stanway

At the time of writing, there is only a handful of tickets remaining for this years Northney farm BBQ featuring ABBAGirls. Clearly a top favourite as seen on Hayling last year, and recently also appearing in New York and Seoul, and soon to be appearing on TV, the following is a publicity quote from the band.

ITV have commissioned a new programme that will go out on prime time Saturday night TV about the Entertainment business!

“Our band are featured in the programme! When I asked the producer why did you pick us? She replied “We went to see dozen’s of tribute bands and thought we are the best” Very flattered, guess our 22 years in the game is paying off?

We do have some prime dates left this year so if your looking for an Abba show or our Musicals show give us a call please.”

Performing all the great Abba hits, they will be on stage for a total of 90 minutes (performed in two forty-five minute sessions). Everyone knows and loves the ABBA classics, from Dancing Queen, Mama Mia, Fernando and many more, they are a sure way to get everyone on their feet. 70’s themed dress is welcome should you really want to get into the swing of things.

There are stalls and games, food includes burgers, hot dogs, a fully licenced bar with beers on tap and wine by the bottle or glass, and our usual beef joint that we call ‘the beast’. The night’s entertainment is supplemented by our regular DJ and we always end the night with good old dance.

As always thanks go to Stan, Mary and the rest of the Pike family for their continued support and allowing the use of the farmland to host the event.

Raffle tickets will be on sale both before and at the event with some excellent prizes including an overnight break for two at the exclusive 4 star Langstone Hotel, a Warner Hotels holiday voucher worth £200, Sunday Lunch at Sinah Warren for up to 12 persons and an LG 24” widescreen smart LED TV. These are just some of the prizes on offer see any club member for more details or buy your tickets on the night.

We are currently looking for new members. The club name can be a little misleading as it is not necessary to be a Businessman to join. Anyone with time and the interest to be part of a club with the Ethos of helping the less fortunate on Hayling Island can apply for membership. In addition to aiding this worthwhile cause through the planning and arranging of fund raising events, there are member social gatherings throughout the year. The combination of these activities enables members to build close relationships, and find friends for life. For further information please email recruitment@hibc.org.uk contact any club member.

BBQ tickets selling fast – June 2017 HIBC Report by Dave Stanway

Tickets are selling fast for this years BBQ at Northney Farm, ABBAGurlz are returning by popular demand to entertain the revellers. Everyone knows and loves the ABBA classics, from Dancing Queen, Mama Mia, Fernando and many more, they are a sure way to get everyone on their feet. 70’s themed dress is welcome should you really want to get into the swing of things.

There are stalls and games, food includes burgers, hot dogs, a fully licenced bar with beers on tap and wine by the bottle or glass, and our usual beef joint that we call ‘the beast’. The night’s entertainment is supplemented by our regular DJ and we always end the night with good old dance. Tickets are now available from the usual outlets…

· Cards 4 Occasions,

· Hayling Island Community Centre,

· Foots Estate Agents,

· Morris Dibben Estate Agents,

· Northney Tea Rooms,

· Stoke Fruit Farm.

or from any club member at a price of £17 which includes entertainment and food.

As always thanks go to Stan, Mary and the rest of the Pike family for their continued support and allowing the use of the farmland to host the event.

One of the regular users of the HIBC mini-bus are Age Concern. Kay Hawkins, chairwoman of the Hayling Island branch recently wrote a letter of thanks to the club.

“Age Concern appreciate the use of your mini-bus which benefits our lunch club passengers. Without this facility the club would struggle to continue transporting the many elderly members who in turn would miss out on the chance to take part and enjoy a freshly cooked meal. Your continued support and hard work are very much appreciated“

We are currently looking for new members. The club name can be a little misleading as it is not necessary to be a Businessman to join. Anyone with time and the interest to be part of a club with the Ethos of helping the less fortunate on Hayling Island can apply for membership. In addition to aiding this worthwhile cause through the planning and arranging of fund raising events, there are member social gatherings throughout the year. The combination of these activities enables members to build close relationships, and find friends for life. For further information please email recruitment@hibc.org.uk contact any club member.

Defibrillator for the HIBC Minibus –  May 2017 Report by Dave Stanway

Hayling Island Businessmens Club are proud to have purchased a public access Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) to be permanently carried on our minibus, with clear signage on the outside of the minibus to let the public know the vehicle carries the device. An automated external defibrillator (AED) is a portable device that when applied to a patient it checks the heart rhythm and can send an electric shock to the heart to try to restore a normal rhythm. AEDs are used to treat sudden cardiac arrest, this is a condition in which the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating.

As one of the major user of our minibus are the charity Age Concern, the easy access of the device may someday become a life saver.

Working with the Hayling Island First Responders team, we will promoting the fact that the mini bus carries the device at all our events and on our Facebook page and website.

There is a free app called ‘Save a life’ for Android devices or ‘Save-A-Life’ on Apple devices that shows a mapped location of AED’s in the South Central Ambulance Service area, feel free to download the app and become familiar with the locations of such devices in your area. There are currently 13 locations mapped with more to come.

The Hayling Island Community Responders are a group of volunteers working for the South Central Ambulance Service in Hampshire. They are usually the first on scene and provide emergency medical assistance to people before an ambulance arrives. Doing their best to provide cover 24/7 all year round and currently have many responders volunteering with them.

Anyone can become a responder as long as you are over 18 and can spare at least 6 hours of your time per week plus the one hour training each Tuesday.

If you are interested in becoming a responder, you can contact the First responder coordinator Peter Halkyard on 07876 597194 or e-mail them on haylingfirstresponders@gmail.com and give your details, or find out more at www.haylingresponders.org.uk

Annual Summer BBQ –  April Report by Dave Stanway

Saturday July 8^th sees this years annual HIBC BBQ at Northney Farm return with a replay of ABBA headlining the entertainment.at the request of many of last years revellers. Everyone knows and loves the ABBA classics, from Dancing Queen, Mama Mia, Fernando and many more, they are a sure way to get everyone on their feet. 70’s themed dress is welcome should you really want to get into the swing of things.

There are stalls and games, food includes burgers, hot dogs, and our usual beef joint that we call ‘the beast’. The night’s entertainment is supplemented by our regular DJ and we always end the night with good old dance. Tickets are now available from the usual outlets…

• ·         Cards 4 Occasions,                       
• ·         Hayling Island Community Centre,
• ·         Foots Estate Agents,                     
• ·         Morris Dibben Estate Agents,        
• ·         Northney Tea Rooms,                    
• ·         Stoke Fruit Farm.                           

or from any club member at a price of £17 which includes entertainment and food. The last few years have been complete sell-outs so be sure to secure your tickets early.

Sadly club member Paul Bolton lost his fight with cancer recently after suffering poor heath over recent years. Paul was a valuable member of the Club since 2008, all club members send their condolence to Paul’s family. We are also saddened to hear of the sudden loss of another ex-member in the last few days. Aksel Arneke was a club member from 2004 until 2014 when he returned to his homeland, Norway, to be with family, again the club sent condolences to his family.

There were 2 draws for the 125 Club, one for March & April, numbers 29 & 87 each winning £50. For more details on the 125 club or to join please see our 125 Club page on this website.

We are currently looking for new members. The club name can be a little misleading as it is not necessary to be a Businessman to join. Anyone with time and the interest to be part of a club with the Ethos of helping the less fortunate on Hayling Island can apply for membership. In addition to aiding this worthwhile cause through the planning and arranging of fund raising events, there are member social gatherings throughout the year. The combination of these activities enables members to build close relationships, and find friends for life. For further information please email recruitment@hibc.org.uk  or contact any club member.

HIBC Supports HIADS Productions – March Report by Dave Stanway

Plans and preparations are currently underway for this years annual HIBC BBQ at Northney Farm. Headlining the entertainment this year is the return of the ABBA tribute band at the request of many of last years revellers. There are stalls and games, food includes burgers, hot dogs, and our usual beef joint that we call ‘the beast’. The night’s entertainment is supplemented by our regular DJ and we always end the night with good old dance.

HIBC are great supporters of the Station Theatre and the excellent performances provided by HIADS, currently showing is Our Man In Havana ; Graham Green’s classic satirical novel is adapted by Clive Francis as a wonderfully funny and fast moving romp! This show is on From Saturday 25^th March until Saturday 1^st April. The club regularly provides tickets for these shows to various old peoples homes on the island and we have recently distributed tickets for the next production by HIADS which will be ‘Dial M for Murder’, showing from Saturday 27^th May through to Saturday 3rd June.  

“Former tennis pro, Tony Wendice, hatches a cunning plot to get rid of his socialite wife, Sheila, when he discovers that she has been having an affair with author Max Halliday. He blackmails a corrupt former schoolmate into murdering her. However, things don’t quite go to plan in a twist of fate that challenges the evil hubby’s talent for improvisation.“

We are in the process of purchasing a public access defibrillator which will be housed on our minibus, with signage on the outside of the bus to let the public know the vehicle carries the device. Working with the Hayling Island First Responders team we will promoting the fact that the mini bus carries the device at all our events. More on this next month when we hope the device will be in place and operational.

The club has members of all ages, young and old all coming together to help Island causes, some of our loyal members have been with the club for many years. One of our longest serving members John Cottle, recently celebrated his 80^th birthday.

Born in North Hayling in 1937, John has been a Club member since 1975 and continues to be actively involved as Club Services Chairman. He served as Club Chairman in 1979 and 1991 and was honoured in 2009 with a lifetime membership in recognition of his many years of service to the Club of which he is very proud. In addition to HIBC, John has been involved in many other organisations on Hayling over the years and feels very fortunate to have lived on the Island and been part of its community.

John’s school days were spent at the old Hayling Council School which at the time was the only “none private” school on the Island. Following a 5 year apprenticeship with a large construction company. John qualified as a plumber and after 2 years National Service started his own plumbing and heating business which he continued until his retirement in 2002. John married Iris in 1959 and has a daughter Sharon and two sons Graham and Stephen, the former having taken over the family business in 2002.

We are currently looking for new members. The club name can be a little misleading as it is not necessary to be a Businessman to join. Anyone with time and the interest to be part of a club with the Ethos of helping the less fortunate on Hayling Island can apply for membership. In addition to aiding this worthwhile cause through the planning and arranging of fund raising events, there are member social gatherings throughout the year. The combination of these activities enables members to build close relationships, and find friends for life. For further information please email recruitment@hibc.org.uk  contact any club member.

Chairman’s Welcome Party – February Report by Dave Stanway

February 8^th saw club members gather at the Langstone Hotel to welcome the new club chairman, Trevor Slydell, and his wife Janice, with drinks, nibbles and two guest speakers. Firstly a presentation from Lucinda Spraggs on her trip to Mount Kilimanjaro with the charity Childreach International, which was financially supported with a donation from the club.

She recounted for members details of her June 2016 adventure to the summit of Kilimanjaro, a dormant volcano in Tanzania, and the highest mountain in Africa, rising to around 5900 metres above sea level. She told us of her experiences from the six days climbing the Macheme Route to the ‘Roof of Africa’ including days when she awoke surrounded by clouds high on the mountain side, giving the air a damp feel, with an ever present danger of altitude sickness.

She gave us some examples of how the money she raised helped those that Childreach support, for example £50 provides 20 mothers with maternal healthcare, £10 helps 188 children develop IT skills.

Our second guest speaker was the Michael Cheshire MBE, Commanding Officer of HMS Victory, Lord Nelson’s flagship during the battle of Trafalgar. Mike entertained us with an enlightening presentation about Lady Emma Hamilton, asking if she were a Heroin or Survivor. We heard stories of Lady Hamiltons troubled childhood, leading to her travelling to London at the age of 12 where she worked as a model and dancer before forming various relationships with aristocracy and titled gents before meeting Lord Nelson, the rest, as they say is history.

Membership were saddened by the news of the passing of one of our founder members, Paul Wilkins sadly passed away. Paul was club chairman back in 1968, some 4 years into his membership with Hayling Island Businessmens Club, he continued to support the club at every opportunity even after his membership ended. In 2014 Paul was a guest speaker at the 50^th Anniversary celebrations & Chairmans Welcome Party, and more recently was a guest at one of our afternoon lunches.

Mid February HIBC proudly presented an evening with international singing star Janelle Ogley and her husband, former royal pianist Neil. A tribute to the greatest songs composers and singers of all time quite simply an evening of superb quality that was not to be missed. On the 10th and 11th February 2017 the Station Theatre hosted the spectacular show. The audience were treated to a variety of well-known renditions from Gershwin, right through to Dolly Parton, stopping in the middle with a medley of hits from 70’s pop group Queen appropriately providing a link to Neils stories of his time entertaining her Majesty the Queen and other members of the royal family aboard the royal Yacht during his time as a member of the Royal Marine band.

Club members are making preparations towards the summer annual fund raising event at Northney Farm, the BBQ sees the return of the ABBA tribute band by popular demand on the 8th July. Many hours of planning and organisation go into making this a night not to be missed, tickets will be available later in the year. Attraction include not only live music, but our regular DJ keeps party goers in the mood whist they enjoy stalls, games and of course a licenced bar. Typical BBQ food is a major highlight of the event, including a huge hog roast.

A great deal of hard work is envisaged for the coming year, but with the help and generosity of the Island community and businesses a very successful year is in prospect.

We are currently looking for new members. The club name can be a little misleading as it is not necessary to be a Businessman to join. Anyone with time and the interest to be part of a club with the Ethos of helping the less fortunate on Hayling Island can apply for membership. In addition to aiding this worthwhile cause through the planning and arranging of fund raising events, there are member social gatherings throughout the year. The combination of these activities enables members to build close relationships, and find friends for life. For further information please email recruitment@hibc.org.uk  contact any club member.