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- October’s Edition of 2013 - Inside The Newsletter This Month
Contents
Page 17 - Tuscany Trip 2 - Editorial 19 - The Nutcracker on Ice in London 3 - Website 20 - October Sudoku 4 - HASSRA & HASSRA Leeds Information 21 - September Quiz Answers 5 - Member Benefits 22 - Club Contact Details 7 - Ride For Rewards 23 - Club Activity Programme 8 - West Yorkshire Travel Network 24 - Wine Club Adverts 9 - Book Events Dates 25 - Rambling Club 10 - Christmas Party 28 - Rambling Club Review 11 - Christmas Raffle 29 - Angling Club 12 - Qcutz 30 - Casino Royale - Review 13 - HASSRA Leeds Autumn Fair 31 - Cinema Vouchers for HASSRA Members 14 - Pumpkin Competition 32 - Live Well Work Well 15 - Inspired by HASSRA Gallery Comp. 33 - The Forum Adverts 16 - HASSRA Leeds Community Choir 36 - Booking Form and T&C
See the HASSRA Leeds Website at www.hassraleedsnewsletter.com Enjoy Everyone!!! Produced by Phil Hepworth
Congratulations to Natalie Pemberton 2N14 - Inside - for winning September’s “Inspiration” Quiz Christmas Party
Tuscany Trip
Autumn Fayre
The Nutcracker on Ice, London Look at the Member benefits pages to find out about the HASSRA Choir Harewood House card and the Historic Houses Book Events Dates Association cards!
Please Contact Phil On: 0113 2324456 All articles for inclusion in The Newsletter should be sent to: the.newsletter@ WWW.HASSRALEEDSNEWSLETTER.COM hotmail.co.uk
1 Leeds October News
Hi everyone and welcome to the October Palladium. This comes with a 30% subsidy for edition of The Newsletter – the first Autumn HASSRA Leeds members – see page 19 for edition of the year (feels like anyway!). more details and how to organise it. Firstly, I wanted to draw your attention to a Both the Rambling Club and the Angling Club kind of ‘selfie’ on page (tempted to say three have trips in the Newsletter this month. The but it’s not and it’s not like that!) 4. We thought Rambling Club trip is to Hawes over the it was an opportune moment to remind weekend of 25 – 27 April 2014. They have everyone what the club has to offer for your organised a series of led walks over the continuing membership and what you can use weekend – join the all or none – and will be when explaining the club to your non-member staying at the Cockets Hotel, and all from only friends and telling them what a fab club we £92. Apparently one of the local area’s claims are. I can say for one that I haven’t looked to fame is that it’s the home of Wensleydale back since I joined all those years ago. For me Cheese – now where’s Gromit when you need the main benefits are the local benefits him!? See page 25 for more information on (including trips and events) that we (as in the how to book. HASSRA Leeds Club) organise ourselves. I have The competition this month is a sudoku on made the money back that I spend on page 20 so get your thinking caps on and membership many times over. So have a look have a go. Last month we had an ‘Inspired by’ and encourage a colleague to join today. competition – which was fiendishly difficult and Talking of member benefits, why not walk just was cleverly won by Nathalie Pemberton, who over the road and avail yourself of the wins £30. hospitality of the Aagrah Indian Restaurant Don’t forget the Autumn Fair (page 13) underneath the BBC. They’ll give you a full 15% organised for 24 October in the Sports Hall, off your entire food bill (Sunday to Thursday along with pumpkin competition, and ‘Inspired and providing you order a starter and main), by HASSRA’ display – sounds like another sounds like a stomach-busting deal to me! But chance to get presents (for yourself as well) for get in now as the deal is not valid in December Christmas to me. – see pages 5-6 for more. Don’t forget the HASSRA Leeds Christmas Party Don’t forget that the next Book People Book booked for 12 December at the Baracoa Luxe Event is on 31 October and 1 November, in the Bar (and apparently very luxe it is too!) – get Woodpecker between 11.30 and 2.00p.m. This your tickets now on page 10. We are also is good for us (cheap prices for books – a running a members Christmas raffle again this Christmas present perhaps?), and good for the year. And all you need to do is be a Charity for Civil Servants as they receive 10% member…and of course tell us that you want commission for every book sold…so get to join in. Have a look at the GREAT prize list this reading and get buting! year on page 11 – the top prize is a whopping Trips-wise we are winding down for this year – £500! Use the tear-off strip and get your details expect to see us advertising all the trips we are in. planning for next year soon (not forgetting Alan Shaw Tuscany 2014 on page 17 in this Newsletter of Chair – HASSRA Leeds Communications course). In the meantime there is an Committee overnighter to London staying at a 3* central London hotel, and including coach travel and a ticket to see The Nutcracker at the London
2 HAS S R A Leeds Website http://www.hassraleedsnewsletter.com
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3 HASSRA and HASSRA Leeds
● Local and National offers, trips and benefits ● With over 70,000 members, HASSRA is one of the biggest sports and recreational Associations in Europe.
● Competitions for members with special prizes on offer. Trips to the Caribbean, Lapland and the theatre have all featured! ● National HASSRA annual ‘Special Event’. ● A variety of local clubs supporting a wide range of interests ● Support charities
● Access to The Newsletter - Details of trips and events, - Club activities, - Competitions and awards, and - Local member benefits. - HASSRA Leeds also supports 14 single activity clubs that offer a wide variety of supported activities for members to enjoy. ● Receive a copy of national HASSRA’s quarterly bulletin HASSRA Headlines ● HASSRA Leeds also supports the Forum Leisure Centre, which offers activities from swimming to badminton to gym training. All this can be yours for 35 pence a week, so if you are not a member… …why not join us?
Full HASSRA Membership If you work for DWP or DH you can have a small amount a month deducted from your wages to pay for membership, your fee will be:
£1.80 a month (£21.60) Type 1 Membership If you are a contractor working for DWP or DH at Quarry House applying for Membership, your fee to join will be:
£21.60 Type 2 (Associate) Membership If you are already a member of another HASSRA Club and wish to also be an associate member of HASSRA Leeds, your fee to join will be:
£18.00 Type 3 Membership If none of the above apply – if you are being sponsored to be an associate member by a current HASSRA Leeds full member, your fee to join will be:
£33.00 (or £5 if under 16)
4 HASSRA Leeds Member Benefits Restaurants
Aagrah Indian Resturant Get 15% discount off food bill from Sunday to Thursday inclusive when a starter and main dish are ordered when you show your HASSRA Leeds Membership Card.
(Not valid between 01/12 – 02/01, bank holidays and Valentines Day.)
F airuz Lebanese Restaurant For a friendly and relaxed atmosphere and wonderful food visit FAIRUZ at Fairfax House, Merrion Street, Leeds. Tel: 0113 243 4923. All HASSRA LEEDS members can claim 10% discount on their bill at Fairuz, Leeds’ only Lebanese restaurant.
Always a popular venue, Fairuz is especially renowned for imaginative use of vegetables and pulses, which makes it particularly attractive to vegetarians and vegans. But fish and meat eaters are also catered for, with delicious fresh ingredients, and an inspired use of herbs and spices. Never tried Lebanese food before? You’re missing a treat.
Days Out
Historic Houses Association Cards You can collect one of four HASSRA Leeds Historic Houses Association Cards from Peter Blinston in Quarry House. For More Information See: http://www.hha.org.uk/ http://www.hha.org.uk/Private/5019/Live/HHA%20Benefits%20to%20Members.pdf
Harewood House Card You can book one of three Harewood House Cards from Lisa Taylor at the Forum Leisure Centre in Quarry House. These entitle you to free entry to Harewood House. See Lisa for further details.
5 HASSRA Leeds Member Benefits Health & Fitness Commando Fit The COMMANDO FIT military style outdoor exercise sessions are entering their second season in Temple Newsam, Leeds. Started in response to people wanting to get fit using the same course used in the Race for Life, they have been getting fantastic results for their clients ever since. When you consider that you get a whole month of exercise classes for no more than £28 they are one of the most cost effective ways to exercise and get results, quickly. You can also make use of the classes at Wakefield and Bradford also for the same cost for maximum flexibility and benefit. The success of the clients is largely down to the instructors, all past or present serving military personnel, and they certainly understand how to motivate and support the clients through their one hour exercise session. So if you are not getting any fitter using your current methods or need that EXTRA push and motivation then get yourself down there and join some of your colleagues. ALL HASSRA members are welcome to a WEEKS FREE trial on top of their 10% DISCOUNT and there is no need to book, but remember to tell them where you heard about the sessions to claim your discount.
Further details can be found at www.commandofit.co.uk or by contacting 01226 382800.
Brooklands Country Retreat and Health Spa The picturesque setting of Brooklands Country Retreat and Health Spa in Garstang, Lancashire oozes style – an eclectic mix of old and new, combining the stunning 19th century country house and fabulously modern spa. Offering a fabulous selection of beauty treatments, which include Decleor, Clarins, Spa Find and Fake Bake, plus luxurious facilities, your Brooklands experience can be as relaxed or as invigorating as you would prefer.
Brooklands is thrilled to invite all HASSRA members to come and enjoy the serene surroundings, fabulous facilities and luxurious treatments at a 10% discount on any bookings made Monday to Thursday. For further information please call 01995 605162 or view the website www.brooklandsretreat.co.uk.
Anna Ferguson Personal Trainer & Nutritionist - At Quarry House the Forum. Discount all Year for HASSRA members. Courses: 12 online Transform course & 30 Day Uniquely YOU I have a VIP Subscription. Please check out http://www.fitness-fusion.co.uk/ for all details FREE Diet analysis to all those who book a course of PT sessions [email protected]/07958199611 Up and Running The site at Boar Lane can service all our running needs. With over 20 years of running experience as a company and many years gathered skills and knowledge, Up and Running Leeds Central staff can keep you on your feet. - £10 off trainers - 10% of all other running goods.
At 5 star fitness At 5 star fitness we specialise in building health and fitness through personal training and nutritional advice. All our staff are professional athletes, coaches and practitioners who can help you achieve your goals and bring about amazing results. Contact us on Castleford 01977 553330 or Leeds 01132 203647 for further information or visit our website on www.5starfitness.co.uk Free consultation and half hour session for HASSRA members at one of our private studios. 6 Ride for Rewards
The Network would like to challenge your employees to take part in the fun go:cycling Workplace Challenge. The Challenge is the latest free campaign on offer from the Network to help you with your Travel Plan. Using the challenge website, your employees can start logging their cycle miles and journeys. Each bike mile registered is converted to points and points can be used to redeem vouchers from a wide range of retailers including Raleigh, Chain Reaction and Hello Fresh. During September, all cycle journeys logged will also be entered into a competition to win a range of prizes including high-street vouchers. There will be separate prizes for novice, intermediate and advanced riders to give everybody a chance of winning. To encourage people to take part everyone who registers at least one Workplace Challenge journey will be entered into a prize draw to win public transport tickets.
The Network would like you to promote the campaign by forwarding the employee newsletter to all staff or adding the text onto your intranet site. Also, in the next couple of days you should receive a go:cycling Workplace Challenge promotional pack with posters and postcards promoting the challenge.
go:cycling Workplace Challenge Employer Awards
To encourage competition between organisations during September we have go:cycling Workplace Challenge employer awards up for grabs. The Network will be providing a trophy to the organisation that encourages the most participants in the Challenge in proportion to their overall employee numbers. Additional awards will be presented to the employers who have the highest mileage and journeys logged for commuting journeys made by their employees. We are planning to present the trophies to the winning organisations at a Breakfast seminar in the autumn. To be in with a chance of winning one of these coveted trophies for your organisation all you need to do is encourage as many employees as possible to take part in the Challenge. Good Luck!
GREEN Travel Planners Limited issues details of such campaigns to you because, to ensure customers of the co-op continue to receive a discount from Metro, we must provide evidence of what we have done to promote the use of public transport and to promote sustainable initiatives to all employees. On behalf of GREEN Travel Planners Limited, there are some ways that you can help us to gather the evidence we need, whether you buy a ticket with us or not. Please let me know if you take part in any of the initiatives we tell you about and please let us know if you already do anything to support sustainable travel, for instance, car sharing, walking to work, cycling to work.
7 West Yorkshire Travel Network
The Autumn edition of the West Yorkshire Travel Plan Network Newsletter is now available online. In it you can find out about: - Earning rewards by joining the go:cycling workplace challenge - Winning £250 in liftshare week - The new Mcard ticket that replaces the metro card - Joining the Sunset research project by downloading and running a smart phone app - Free cycling services available to travellers who live, work or study in West Yorkshire
McMillan Coffee Morning
Thanks to everyone who supported our McMillan Coffee morning on 27th September by either baking or buying goodies. Simon Jarrold, Sally Haley, Elaine Arnott and Isi Todd organised the event that raised over £936 for Cancer Support. We're really proud to have hosted one of over 2,000 coffee mornings held in Leeds on Friday, raising lots to support cancer sufferers and their carers.
Sally also co-ordinated the Regional round of the HASSRA bake off and two winners went through to the next round: congratulations to Andrew Ashton from Wakefield and Lyndsey Thiele from Quarry House. It's not too late to help HASSRA Leeds raise money for charity! We're hosting a cake completion as part of our Autumn Fayre on 24th October. Please let Sally know if you're able to bake something for the day.
8 The Woodpecker Bar 11.30am – 2.00pm
On the following dates:
Thursday 31st October & Friday 1st November
Monday 2nd & Tuesday 3rd December
Thursday 19th December
Savings of up to 75% on recommended retail prices. Books for all the family, something for everyone, all at unbeatable Book People Prices.
Book Events has a fantastic range of top quality books – over 70 titles on offer!
The charity receives 10% commission from each book sold.
9 HASSRA Leeds CHRISTMAS PARTY 2013
at BARACOA Luxe Bar (formerly Break for the Border- Lower Briggate - opposite Mal Maison ) see their website to find out how luxurious and well equipped this revamped bar has become www.baracoaluxebar.com
THURSDAY 12th DECEMBER Entrance by ticket only for HASSRA Leeds members & associate members - HASSRA Leeds City Members & SPARTA members Entrance by ticket only for HASSRA Leeds members & associate members -
HASSRA Leeds City Members & SPARTA members TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM NOVEMBER REGISTER EARLY FOR YOUR TICKET NOW ! SEND YOUR EMAIL and HASSRA DETAILS TO: [email protected] or [email protected] or [email protected]
10 Christmas Raffle
This Years CASH Prizes Are:
Total Prize Pot = £1500!
1 x £500 2 x £200 1 x £100 2 x £50 10 x £20
…......
Send your entries to Phil Hepworth at The Forum Leisure Centre.
Members must be based from QH or subsidiaries.
Your name and membership number: ………………………………………………………
Location: ……………………………………………………….
Tel: ………………………………………………………………
11 Bad hair day? Going out after work? Fringe in your eyes?
Did you know you can sort it out without leaving the building? 10% off for HASSRA Members
Q-CUTZ Hair Salon Forum Leisure Centre Quarry House
What are you waiting for? Phone Lyndsey on 07864 302227
Opening Hours Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri - 9am to 5pm Weds - 9am to 8pm Saturday - 9am to 2pm Sundays - Closed
12 HASSRA AUTUMN FAYRE Thursday 24th October
10am - 2pm Sports Hall (all welcome)
Tables for rent for £5
Contact: [email protected]
Handmade gifts and cards, jewellery, books, cakes and more
Supporting: The Civil Service Fund, St Vincent’s, St Gemma’s Hospice, and other charities
Ugly Pumpkin Competition
13 14 ‘Inspired By HASSRA’ Gallery
And now for something completely different! We’d like to display a gallery of things created by you, inspired in some way by HASSRA. We’re looking for handmade items, photographs, paintings, poems: anything goes!
Maybe you want to make, draw or bake something inspired by the colours or design of the owl logo, maybe you want to write a poem, song or Haiku about a club you’re a member of. Anything goes, as long as:
- it’s accompanied by a short description of how HASSRA Leeds inspired you to produce it; and - we can display it in the Sports Hall on 24th October.
Please send your submission form to Elizabeth Letaief, Room GN35 (email [email protected]) or drop off at the Forum reception. If you’re planning on entering something perishable, please contact Elizabeth to ensure there’ll be a place for it. The deadline for all entry forms is 17th October.
Items themselves should be brought to the Sports Hall before 10:00 on Thursday 24th October
Please let us know if what you are submitting is available for sale for charity on the day. If it is, tell us the minimum amount you’d like for it.
Entry form
Member Name HASSRA Number Telephone Number Work Location
What is the Item?(e.g. A4 picture, blanket etc)
If for sale? minimum price Short (20 words max) description of how it’s inspired by HASSRA Leeds.
Pumpkin carving competition
Fancy carving a pumpkin and letting HASSRA Leeds sell it for charity? Bring it the Autumn Fayre on 24th October, marked with your name and we’ll give Fayre visitors the chance to vote for their favourite. The maker of the item with the most votes will win a Halloween Goody Bag, supplied by HASSRA Leeds.
HASSRA Leeds will be selling the pumpkins for charity on the day. 15 The choir continues to meet on Thursday’s at 1pm In the Woodpecker Bar.
We are led by our professional musicians Jane, accompanied on keyboard by Chris. We are currently learning new songs for our performances at the Autumn Fayre and at Christmas time. We continue to attract new members each week so come along and be part of a lively, happy group of like-minded singers. Not sure it’s for you? Then just come and listen and join in if you’d like to be part of the popular wave of Community Choirs
No fees-just bring your HASSRA membership card. Not yet a HASSRA member? I can tell you how to join. The Choir meets Thursday 1pm Woodpecker Bar Any enquiries please email [email protected] and [email protected]
16 HASSRA Leeds Unique offer for a TUSCANY trip – flexible dates and duration Hotel Torretta, Montecatine Terme June/July 2014 Special hotel discount and £125 HASSRA Leeds member rebate (minimum 4 nights stay required)
Montecatini Terme with its neo-classical Tettuccio Spa is in the lovely region of Tuscany. A funicular railway links the centre to the hilltop village of Montecatini Alto where you can enjoy stunning views over the town and beyond. Hotel Torretta is one of the highest rated hotels for customer satisfaction in Montecatine (source:Tripadvisor). All rooms are en-suite and air-conditioned with free wi-fi, and many have balconies. The hotel is situated very close to the funicular railway (which runs until late evening) and the magnificent Tettuccio Spa is just a short walk away. A 15 minute stroll down through the nearby park brings you to the centre with its classy shops, bars and cafes.
Group Choice have previously arranged very successful tours here for HASSRA Leeds and are facilitating an opportunity to independently tailor-make your own trip during a 3 week period during the summer of 2014. Special hotel discount have been negotiated for HASSRA Leeds behalf, plus HASSRA Leeds members can claim a £125 rebate with proof of hotel booking. We expect that Barry and Pauline (Group Choice) will be resident during the last week in June to offer assistance and arrange optional extras with the hotel depending on demand (eg wine tasting, cookery demonstration with lunch).
This offer gives total flexibility to book your own package with the assurance that this is a tried and tested hotel with excellent, helpful staff. - Choose and book your own flights (flexibility of dates and cheaper than booking a group departure) - Choose the duration of stay (minimum 4 nights arriving on or after 20 June and departing by 11 July) - Choose the type of room that suits your needs/budget (suite excluded from the offer) - Choose half board or full board (the food is highly recommended) – BB can be selected but is not part of this offer - Arrange extras online including wine and flowers for a special occasion and taxi transfers from the airport
Flights The most frequent flights are to Pisa, with transfers approx 1 hour by road or 75 minutes by train to Montecatine. - Jet 2 from Leeds-Bradford, Manchester and Newcastle (on sale now) - Ryanair from Leeds-Bradford, Liverpool and East Midlands (expected to go on sale late August or Sep) - Air France fly daily from Manchester via Paris to Florence and includes baggage (and snacks!)
Getting to the hotel From Pisa: A regular train service will shuttle you from directly outside the terminal building to Pisa Central where you can enjoy the sights before taking the train via Lucca to Montecatine Centro (fare approx 11€ return) or taxi transfers can be booked online with the hotel at 80€ each way (up to 4 sharing) . The hotel is a short taxi ride from the railway station (15 mins walk, some uphill). From Florence: Taxi transfers can be booked online with the hotel at 70€ each way (up to 4 sharing) or take the shuttle bus to Florence station then a direct train to Montecatine Centro (fare approx 11€ return).
Meals Breakfast is buffet style and dinner is served 4 courses – all HASSRA Leeds guests will dine together. For those wanting full board, a restaurant lunch is served (25€ to purchase locally). A snack lunch poolside menu is also available to purchase.
Places of interest It is straightforward (and cheap) to travel by train to a number of popular destinations including Florence, Lucca, Siena, Viareggio, Pistoia and Pisa
Some special events – (tickets to be purchased separately by individuals where required) 24 June Florence celebrates the feast of its Patron (Saint John) with a colourful parade, medieval costumed football tournament (a mix of football, rugby and wrestling!) and fireworks in the beautiful setting over the Arno river. 29 June Battle of the Bridge in Pisa – includes a parade with over 700 participants June-July The nearby Montecatine Tettuccio Spa also hosts a summer long season of classical concerts and opera highlights. 2 July The famous Palio horse race takes place in Siena’s Piazza del Campo preceded by a large parade in historical costume. July Lucca Summer Festival – with big name acts (artists in 2013 included Leonard Cohen, Bryan Adams and The Killers) 17 How to book your discounted HASSRA Leeds hotel offer to Tuscany: Click on www.hoteltorretta.net/booking choose an arrival date from 20 June 2014 (and departing by 11 July 2014) and insert the word “CHOICE” in the promotional code box. Special rates for half board and full board will appear in the last section of the various rates offers. There is a link to the main hotel website at the top of the page.
This link has been tried and tested by myself and I can confirm that although a credit card is required to make the booking – no charge is made at this the time of booking. Charges for the hotel are to be settled by individuals in person in 2014 and details about cancellation dates and charges are set out clearly.
How to claim your £125 HASSRA Leeds subsidy
TUSCANY 2014 - Subsidy application Name (s) – HASSRA Leeds membership numbers
Total Cost of Hotel for party £ Dates of Hotel booking If you agree that HASSRA Leeds can Bank Sort Code: reimburse via Bank transfer – please provide relevant details Bank Account no: Work or home address (if you prefer a cheque to be sent)
Telephone & Email details in case of Tel: queries Email: To claim subsidy please supply names of people in your party and the dates of your stay at the Hotel Torretta. HASSRA Leeds membership numbers will be required for all members in the party if claiming a rebate together with contact details.
Questions to be directed to Julie Chapman – [email protected]
HASSRA Leeds Associate members may check their membership details with the Forum – tel; 0113 2324456
Important note This is not a Group Choice or HASSRA Leeds organised tour. You will be responsible for arranging and booking your own package and therefore there is no ATOL protection. This means that in the unlikely event that your chosen scheduled airline fails you will still be responsible for any contracted hotel costs or for arranging replacement flights. In practice the risks are small as the hotel can be cancelled without charge up to 3 weeks prior to travel and you can mitigate the risk by using a credit card for flights (over £100) or arranging Scheduled Airline failure insurance (available from as little as £1 per day eg: this is included as part of Columbus Direct’s basic travel insurance policy at under £7 for a week’s cover). The hotel booking conditions for this special offer are clearly displayed on their website during the booking process and differ from their normal conditions.
18 HASSRA Leeds Overnight Trip offer The Nutcracker on Ice at the London Palladium
Saturday 2nd November – Sunday 3rd November
The world famous London Palladium is transformed into the frozen backdrop for a dazzling performance of The Nutcracker on Ice. Featuring a cast of Olympic, World and European Championship ice skaters, as well as stars from ITV's Dancing on Ice, the famous Tchaikovsky score includes the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy and Waltz of the Flowers. Audiences will take a fantastical journey through a shimmering winter wonderland set against a backdrop of colourful sets, lavish costumes and special effects.
Tour includes - Luxury Coach Travel * Free Local Pick-Ups * Overnight Bed & Breakfast at 3-star Central London Hotel * Ticket for Ice Show
HASSRA Leeds will provide a 30% subsidy for members, who take advantage of this unique offer, after the trip dates and with proof of purchase.
WHAT DO I DO? Call Eddie Brown Travel Centre NOW on 01423 321246 to register your interest and advance book for this new release! 2 days & 1 night stay with show tickets £159
Also email [email protected] so we can make a note of HASSRA Leeds members interest
* Free pick up from selected points in Burley in Wharfedale, Cross Green, Guiseley, Horsforth, Ilkley, Kirkstall, Leeds, Otley, Rawdon, Tadcaster, Wetherby – other pickups may incur small additional charge.
19 October Sudoku
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Your name and membership number:______Location______Tel:______Please send your completed quiz to Phil Hepworth, Forum Reception by 24th October. COP. All correct entries (or highest score) will be entered into a prize draw for £30. Members only. Only one entry per person.
20 Be inspired by HASSRA - Quiz
This month's quiz is about inspiration. Note - some answers may be apocryphal.
1. For which band was Noel Gallagher a roadie? Inspiral Carpets
2. What is popularly believed to have inspired James Watt to invent the steam engine? Watching a kettle boil
3. What inspired author James Joyce to learn Norwegian? He was a big admirer of Henrik Ibsen and wanted to be able to read his plays in the original language
4. Who inspired such diverse artists as Mick Hucknall, Pete Shelley and Morrisey, to take up music? The Sex Pistols who played a concert in Manchester in 1976 that they all claim to have attended and were inspired by.
5. Whose voice in "The Simpsons" is inspired by John F Kennedy? Mayor Quimby
6. Which famous literary character was inspired by Joseph Bell, a lecturer at Edinburgh University? Sherlock Holmes
7. Yogi Bear (despite Hanna-Barbera's denials) clearly took his name and some of his personality from a famous 50s American personality, Yogi Berra. But what was Yogi Berra famous for? He was the catcher for the New York Yankees. He came up with the phrase "ItAin't Over 'Til The Fat Lady Sings"
8. The Orson Welles film "Chimes At Midnight" was inspired by which Shakespearean character? Sir John Falstaff
9. Sidney Reilly is believed to have inspired the creation of which action man? James Bond
10. Where did the name "impressionists" for the 19th century artistic movement come from (originally sarcastically)? Claude Monet's painting " Impression, soleil levant"
There were 8 entries, 5 of which were correct. The winner is Natalie Pemberton 2N14.
21 Leeds Clubs and Activities
Club Contact Extension Room No.
Angling George Roe 24244 QH 1S25
Badminton Jonathan Leahy 46707 QH 5E62 QH
Bridge Andy Mattacks 24631 QH GN35 Dave Barnes 24188 QH
Christian Fellowship Gillian Priestley 29949 QH Ros Hynes 45847 QH
Craft Club Elizabeth Letaief 24902 QH GW10
Cricket Phil Sharples 7920864377 3S25
Darts Tim Wardle 27210 QH 3FS TS
Football (men’s 5-a-side) Scott Gee 36768 QH 4W57
Football - Wednesday Phil Thomas 46549 QH
Forum Leisure Centre Reception 24456 QH Ground Floor
Gamefishers David Roper-Newman 27355 QH GS36
Golf Phil Corbett 27363 QH 3S25
HASSRA Dance Club Mark Gore 45427 QH 4W57
Hockey - Men’s Sean Massey 24632 QH GS36
Rambling Carol Rutherford 7941566105 Contact Editor
Wine Roy Jones 24324 GW33
Table Top Wargame, Boardgame Stuart Wiltshire 27234 QH GS25 and Roleplaying Stuart Barraclough 24435 QH 1S25 HASSRA Leeds Choir Elaine Arnott [email protected]
Please contact The Forum Leisure Centre for details of swimming, training & fitness classes.
HAS S R A L eeds B oard of Management Contact Details
Chair HASSRA Leeds Catriona Patterson 0113 2545780 [email protected] Secretary Isobel Todd 0113 2327491 [email protected] Treasurer Peter Blinston 0113 2545972 [email protected] Events Committee Chair Julie Chapman 0113 2546089 [email protected] Finance/Clubs Development Nick Streets Email Only Contact Editor Chair Communications Chair Alan Shaw 0113 2324028 [email protected] BOM Member Simon Jarrold 0113 2327120 [email protected] BOM Member Rosemary Matheson 0113 2547130 [email protected] BOM Member Elaine Arnott Email Only Contact Editor BOM Member Elizabeth Letaief 24902 QH [email protected] BOM Member Clive Fane 29938 QH Contact Editor
22 HASSRA Leeds Events and Clubs Activity Programme 2012
October 4th Wine Club Southern Rhone Brian Phillips
11th -14th The Rambling Club A Long Weekend at Bassenthwaite John Belbin
12th Rambling Club Cragg Vale Neil McDonald
17th Wine Club New Zealand North Island Pat and Mike Ferguson
18th Golf Society Hickleton
24th Autumn Fayre Forum - Sports Hall
27th Wargames Club Fiasco - Wargaming The Royal Armouries - Convention Leeds
November 1st Wine Club Christmas on a Budget Fred Wild - Kim
2nd - 3rd Events Committee London Overnight Trip
2nd Wicked Palace Theatre Manchester
8th Golf Society Hillsborough
14th Wine Club Aperitifs/dessert/ Bob. Carol digestifs
28-30 Events Christmas Shopper and Boulogne
December 6th Wine Club Xmas Event Committee
8th Wargames Club Recon - Wargaming Pudsey Civic Hall Convention
9th Golf Society Moor Allerton
12th Christmas Party Baracoa Luxe Bar Simon Jarrold/Julie Chapman/Isobel Todd 12 - 16th Events Belgian Christmas Markets
January 2014 17-20 Events Early “Burns” Weekend
April 2014 25-27 Rambling Club Hawes, Wensleydale Carol Rutherford
June 2014 19-20 Angling Club Cheshire George Roe
23 HASSRA Leeds Wine Club
Next Event Thursday 17th October New Zealand North Island
5.30p.m. In the Restaurant Meet from 5.00p.m. In the Woodpecker Bar
Presented by Pat & Mike Ferguson On Thursday 17th October we are completing our journey around New Zealand with a range of North Island wines. Our 3 white wines include a Riesling and a Sauvignon Blanc from Martinborough, and a Chardonnay from New Zealand’s oldest vineyard. Our reds include 2 excellent Pinot Noirs from Martinborough, and a Bordeaux style blend from Hawkes Bay. We enjoyed these wines very much on our travels around this beautiful country; come and join us in what we are sure will be an interesting and enjoyable tasting. The cost for HASSRA Leeds members will be around £8.
What's Coming Up?
Friday 1st November – Random Tasting – Presented by Fred Wild
This is a blind wine tasting with a difference. You will know what wines we are tasting, the grapes, a bit of background, the price and you’ll have the tasting notes but you won’t know which wine is which. I’ve chosen full-bodied red wines as they offer the greatest range of flavours and the most unusual but how many of us can tell the difference between a wine with pencil lead and another with leather and mahogany. I can see this being an interesting evening! The cost will be around £10.00 depending on numbers.
Thursday 14th November – Aperitifs/Dessert/Digestifs – Presented by Bob Swindale
SPECIAL OFFER REMINDER : Don't forget our special offer: Any HASSRA Leeds member who attends the wine club for the first time pays only half price for the event.. If you decide you like it enough to join the club the night is FREE! For further information contact any of us:
CHAIR Mike Ferguson: Home: 0113 293 9327/Mobile: 07725 321816 TREASURER Roy Jones Work: 0113 232 4324
SECRETARY Tess Brooke: Home: 01423 871433
24 A WEEKEND IN HAWES, WENSLEYDALE HASSRA Leeds 25-27th April 2014 Rambling Club
Near the head of Wensleydale, deep in the country, lies Hawes, Its name is from the Yorkshire dialect 'hause' meaning pass through the mountains and indeed two roads leading out of Hawes are mountain pass roads, Buttertubs Pass to Swaledale and Fleet Moss to Wharfedale. It is the ideal base for exploring the delights of James Herriot's Yorkshire and the Dales National Park.
Hawes is home to the renowned Wensleydale Cheese Creamery where you can sample the various cheeses and watch them being hand crafted, and the Dales Countryside Museum. There are several craft workshops, antique and other speciality shops, cafes and pubs and of course the wonderful scenery to enjoy.
A programme of varied walks will be arranged for members of the Rambling Club and any others who are most welcome to join us.
The Hotel Our base will be Cockett's Hotel, which is located in the Main Street at the Heart of the village, where we have 2 nights Dinner bed and breakfast. We have booked the whole hotel for the weekend so it will have a house party feel.
Prices HASSRA Leeds members £92 Non-members £132 There is one single room carrying no supplement. All rooms are en suite
Transport There is no transport with this trip – we shall be using our own vehicles. If you need, or can offer, a lift on a petrol-sharing basis, please inform the organiser when booking.
Applications Cheques should be payable to HASSRA Leeds Rambling Club, or preferably by direct bank transfer (details on booking form). Please return booking form with full payment to Carol Rutherford, 6 Windsor Green, Garforth, LS25 2LG.
Closing date The closing date for applications is 23rd November 2013
25 HASSRA Leeds Rambling Club Walk and Spa in the Austrian Alps HASSRA Leeds A week in Seefeld near Innsbruck Rambling Club Flying from Leeds on 6th September 2014
We will be staying in the Hotel Alpina with Full Board, Sauna & Pool, afternoon tea and cakes plus a free drink with your evening meal. Although organised by the Rambling Club there is plenty for everyone to do whether walking or not. A local bus pass is available at E12 for the week. Three cable cars operate locally. http://www.inghams.co.uk/lakes-mountains-holidays/hotels/item368488/hotel-alpina- seefeld/?departurePoint=LBA&dateFrom=06/09/2014&duration=7&adults=2&children=0&inf ants=0
Excursions to Neuschwanstein Castle & Oberammergau; Ötz Valley Glacier and Stamms Monastery; Merano; Munich; and a Bavarian Farm Musuem in the foothills of the Bavarian Alps. Innsbruck is within easy reach by train or bus.
The price includes: - Flights from Leeds Bradford Airport departing at Anticipated Prices 10.25 and returning at 17.25 - Transfers to/from the Hotels HASSRA Leeds Members: £490 or £520 - Use of hotel leisure facilities Non-Members: £620 or £650 - The cheaper rooms are at the rear, facing north Single-Supplement: Nil and the woods. The others south and the Closing Date: 1st January 2014 mountains.
To book your place please return booking form with £150 deposit (non-refundable) to John Belbin, Garfield, Keighley Road, Colne BB8 7HL ([email protected]) – or preferably by Internet Transfer as given on the booking form. The balance is payable by 1st June.
26 HASSRA Leeds NAME OF TRIP: Rambling Club Closing date: To:
Name HASSRA Type of Room: Amount of Balance of member Double/Twin/Single/ Deposit cost of Trip Share submitted Yes/No
Do you have any special dietary requirements? If single room not available are you prepared to share? Yes / No Name/address of Lead Contact:
Tel No: Mobile: Email:
Cheques (or Bank Transfers) should be made payable to HASSRA Leeds Rambling Club. In the event of over-subscription, a ballot will be held and uncashed cheques will be returned to unsuccessful applicants.
Remember to enclose your cheque with the application. Cheques will not be banked until after the closing date, but bookings will not be accepted without a completed application together with cheque or preferably Bank Transfer to 08-92-50 / 65070800.
Applicants requiring confirmation that booking form & cheque has been received must enclose a self addressed envelope.
Please refer to full terms and conditions when applying as printed in the Gazette and on HASSRA Leeds website (in particular please note that you are liable to pay the FULL price of the trip if you cancel).
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HASSRA Leeds Write Up Rambling Club Austrian Trip August 31st- 6th September 2013
In September 20 of us flew with Ingham’s from Leeds and Bradford to Mayrhofen in the Austrian Tyrol for a week of walking yes; but also for all the other activities, pleasures and excursions on offer. The plane was on time, the hotel rooms, food and facilities were superb and the weather just got better and better. Mayrhofen and the neighbouring villages and hills were glorious, as was the warm apple strudel with cream and the steins of locally brewed beer.
Sunday was the one poor day with drizzle throughout a short familiarisation tour of the town by the local tourist board. Monday saw an improvement and was the highlight of the holiday for some of the group as they went Llama trekking – Llamas are very friendly but don’t move very fast and need a lot of watching as they keep stopping to eat! Some of us caught a local bus utilising our elbows to ensure that everyone took their turn in the “queue” and went to the breathtaking Schlegeis Reservoir for an eight mile hike up the valley before crossing the border into Italy. Lunch was eaten in the Pfitscher Joch Haus where we found the prices to be far higher than in Austria (what a change from a few years ago). Just as in Britain the summit proved to always be beyond the next summit – the right hut proved to be the fourth one sighted. It’s also worth recording that the paths are so clearly marked that it would be very difficult to get lost.
Tuesday saw some intrepid explorers travelling up several cable cars to the Hintertux glacier to experience the breathtaking views. Skiing goes on here all year round. The world’s highest twin-cable continuous loop cable car, the Gletscherbus 3, is an experience in itself. The view from the panorama terrace extends to the Großglockner, the Dolomites and the Zugspitze. Others went up the first part of the cable car only and then climbed a further 500m for a watching wildlife walk with the tourist office. Lots of marmots were seen but none of the illusive ibex. Several people went on an Inghams trip to the Schrauben waterfall described as one of the best in the area. The feeling was generally “We’ve got lots better in Yorkshire”. However the trip later in the week to the Krimml Falls ensured that even we had to agree that these are hard to match in Yorkshire!
Over the course of the week we enjoyed beautiful local and easy to follow walks with fabulous views, coach trips, guided cycle rides, and found our own way by train to visit Salzburg and Innsbruck.One of us climbed the local mountain with Peter Habeler one of the worlds greatest mountaineers, one couple even went tandem paragliding from a height of 2100 metres. The leisure facilities at the hotel including pool and sauna came in useful before dinner each evening, when we swapped stories of our day’s adventures. By Friday the weather was over 30 degrees, perfect weather for coffee, cake and beer sat at an outside café table or at one of the many mountain huts to watch the world go by before we came home on the Saturday.
The consensus was we must do Austria again, – so we are!
28 HASSRA Leeds Angling Club
Join us for a two day break in beautiful Cheshire Thursday 19th & Friday 20th June 2014.
Stay with us at the Ramada Encore Warrington.
The Hotel The Ramada Encore offers an exciting hotel experience and a perfect place to relax and unwind. The concept there is simple – fresh, stylish, vibrant and upbeat. All public areas and bedrooms are fully air-conditioned. The hotel has everything needed for a pleasant stay. The Hub Bar & Lounge provides a stylish place to enjoy a drink and a bite to eat in a friendly atmosphere. The Fishing
We will be fishing at the nearby Partridge Lakes Fishery. The fishery is set over 50 acres of Cheshire Countryside with 14 waters, all individually and uniquely landscaped to offer superb coarse fishing throughout the year. All the waters are well established and heavily stocked with the highest quality Carp, Chub, Bream, Roach, Perch, Rudd, Barbel, Tench, Ide and Golden Tench with record catches weekly!
Gulliver’s World is less than 10 miles away. Gulliver’s World guarantees you a great value day out. Its a family-run theme park, for families with children aged between 2 and 13 years of age. With over 90 rides, attractions and shows to see each day,
The Price HASSRA Leeds Members single room 2 nights DB&B £86.00 Non-members single room 2 nights DB&B £122.90 Two HASSRA Leeds Members double/twin room 2 nights DB&B £130.00 Non- members double/twin room 2 nights DB&B £185.80
Not included in the price Transport Activities other than fishing
Please send booking forms with a deposit of £30 per room to George Roe, Room 1S25 Quarry House, Quarry Hill, Leeds, LS2 7UA by 10th January 2014. Cheques should be made payable to Quarry House Angling Club.
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"Casino Royale" by Ian Fleming
Everyone knows James Bond, from the a TV special (with Bond re-invented as an early classics like "Dr No" to the recent American agent) and then a spoof (and re-boot with Daniel Craig, the movie very unfunny) movie with David Niven series is arguably the longest running and and Woody Allen after the actual series most successful action series of all time. had begun. It was then finally re-made as And unusually, the hero is a Brit, who are a straight adaptation with Daniel Craig usually allotted the role of snide being given the opportunity to take his terrorist/criminal who eventually meets shirt off. their come-uppance at the hands of a I won't relate the plot, but a few things clean-cut American. But regardless of which were to become standard in the what you think of the films - and some eleven novels and a handful of short people get very animated when stories made their appearance. Bond is discussing the merits of Connery and shown to be a patriotic, stoical and Craig, or marvel at the single cynical agent, with a line for fast living appearance of Lazenby - have you (he smokes sixty fags a day, which Judi actually read the original books by Ian Dench would definitely comment sourly Fleming? on) and his penchant for a very particular recipe to make his martinis. And of I'm not mad keen on the films with their course, he has a love interest in double- nonsensical gadgets and undercurrent of agent Vesper Lynd. But the book is deep-seated misogyny and xenophobia, graphically brutal, particularly in an but I do have all the books, mainly extended torture scene and Bond's words collected from the Headingley Oxfam when he finds out Lynd's betrayal. In a shop. They aren't great literature, but forerunner to the cheating golf game perfectly satisfying page-turners, and the with Goldfinger, there is an extended literary Bond refuses to kill needlessly and sequence of baccarat where Bond in particular draws the line at murdering literally plays for high stakes against the women. More importantly, the plots are villain Le Chiffre. more grounded in reality and the gadgets almost-believable. Ejector seats "Casino Royale" might be a good starter if in cars are out, knives secreted in toe you want to read the books as the 2006 caps are in. It's not exactly Le Carre's film was pretty close to the plot-line. meticulous attempt to show espionage as Subsequent books remain faithful to the it really is (after all he actually was portrait of a flawed but courageous man employed as a spy, whereas Fleming was doing his best while the films rapidly in naval intelligence but not actively became indistinguishable from an involved) but fairly credible all the same. increasingly identikit series of car chases, explosions, megalomaniac villains and "Casino Royale" was the first book by nasty set piece deaths. Fleming and was subsequently made into
30 Cinema Vouchers For HASSRA Leeds Members
The Prices are as follows:
Vue - £3.89 Cineworld - £5.16 Showcase - £4.80
You can collect cinema vouchers from Phil at The Forum Leisure Centre between… 9-12 on Tuesdays and Thursdays Only.
Maximum of 5 vouchers per purchase. 10 vouchers per person a month. This is so that the vouchers are shared fairly between all members.
Cinema Vouchers - To Order HASSRA Cinema vouchers for Vue, Showcase and Cineworld are available to order from www.hassra.org.
31 Live Well Work Well – Quarry House
From April this year Phase 4 Live Well Work Well is in its final instalment. Its aim is to focus on upskilling DWP’s Wellbeing Champions so they can implement wellbeing programmes in each DWP office. DWP is committed to helping people improve their health and wellbeing by actively promoting a healthy environment and culture.
The Quarry House LWWW team has recently appointed a new sponsor, Richard West, and a new lead, Dawn Lennie. We have an established committee but are always looking for new and enthusiastic members.
Should you wish to join us or find out more about what we do please contact us on either our shared email [email protected] or direct to Dawn on [email protected]
We would also welcome your thoughts on ways we can improve health and well being within Quarry House.
Look out for our notice board in the restaurant helpful tips and advice to support your own wellbeing and for information about upcoming events and areas where you can help yourself. Please support your local initiatives.
Dawn Lennie
Quarry House Live Well Work Well Champion.
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Sunday 9:30 - 10:15 am ages: 4 - 8 Sunday 10:30 - 11.15 am ages: 8 - 16 £25 for 10 weeks Street Dance and Musical Theatre
Starts: Sunday 8th September See your Sway Dance or The Forum Reception Instructor for more details!
34 THE FORUM FLYER Opening Times Woodpecker Bar Monday to Friday 7:00 - 22:00 Open weekdays for Breakfast, Lunch and Saturday and Sunday 8:00 - 20:00 hot and cold drinks. Pool Closed Between: 11 - 12am - Wednesdays - Breakfasts rolls 2 - 3pm - Fridays - Tea Cakes 6 - 10pm - Friday Swim School 9 - 1pm - Saturday Swim School - Sandwiches - Salad Bar - Coffee, Tea, Soft Drinks, Bottles+Cans Facebook - Plus Much more Check out our Facebook Page. Here you will find details of classes including The Woodpecker Bar is available for private descriptions updates. hire for events such as retirements, birthday parties, meetings, presentations etc. Contact THE FORUM LEISURE CENTRE QUARRY HOUSE : QUARRY HILL LEEDS : LS2 7UA Class Workout Timetable 2013 TEL : 0113 232 4456 EMAIL : [email protected] Monday Studio Cycling (30’) 12.10 – 12.40 Studio Craig www.leisurecentre.com Studio Cycling (30’) 12.45 – 13.15 Studio Craig Studio Circuit (30’) 17.00 – 17.30 Studio Gym Staff Hips,Bums & Tums 17.30 – 18.15 Main Hall Nicola Studio Circuit (30’) 18.00 – 18.30 Studio Gym Staff Body Combat 18.15 – 19.00 Main Hall Anita Pilates 18.30 – 19.30 Studio Charlotte
Tuesday Boot camp Circuits 12.15 – 12.45 Main Hall Craig Body Balance 12.30 – 13.30 Studio Sylvia Studio Cycling 17.40 – 18.25 Studio Craig
Wednesday Studio Cycling 12.30 – 13.15 Studio Craig Aqua Fit 17.30 – 18.15 Pool Anna Yoga 17.30 – 18.15 Studio Sarah Boot camp Circuits 17.45 – 18.45 Main Hall Craig
Thursday Active Life 10.15 – 11.00 Main Hall David Hips,Bums & Tums 12.15 – 12.45 Main Hall Nicola Pilates 12.30 – 13.15 Studio Charlotte Studio Cycling 17.30 – 18.00 Studio Craig Pilates 18.30 – 19.30 Studio Charlotte Body Attack 18.05 – 19.00 Main Hall Anita
Friday Studio Cycling 08.00 – 08.45 Studio Craig Studio Circuits 12.30 – 13.00 Studio Gym Staff Gym Workouts (30’) 16.00 – 17.00 Studio Gym Staff
35 BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS HASSRA TRIPS AND EVENTS
The following terms and conditions will apply to all events to ensure that every member has a fair opportunity to participate in events. The terms and conditions should be read in conjunction with the relevant booking form.
1. Wherever possible events will be advertised with a closing date for applications that is at least 4 weeks from the date first advertised, including proposed events where expressions of interest are being requested.
2. Persons wishing to travel together should complete one application form per room, submit their applications together, and determine a lead person who will be responsible for forwarding payments due and act as the contact on behalf of the group via a signed disclaimer agreeing to these terms and conditions.
3. A booking will not be accepted or entered in a draw without the correct deposit and signed disclaimer.
4. Once the closing date is reached, the number of applicants wishing to travel will be determined. Where there are sufficient places for all applicants, then deposit cheques will be banked and places confirmed.
5. Members should be aware that once deposit cheques have been banked they are not returnable and travellers will be liable to pay full price of the trip (unless the place is subsequently filled). Full price means the undiscounted "non member" price. Where necessary, HASSRA (Leeds) will provide an invoice for the full price for insurance purposes but travellers need to be aware that the cost of insurance, (if purchased), is non-refundable.
6. Travel operators will be asked to date insurance cover from the date on which they receive notification of the persons travelling. It is therefore essential to obtain adequate travel insurance before booking if you do not purchase the insurance offered.
7. Single supplements. There will be no member discount on supplements for travellers wishing to secure a single room. Where members indicate on the application form that they are willing to share a room with someone of the same sex, the organiser will arrange for pairing. If an individual has indicated that they are willing to share, they will not have to pay a single supplement even if no pair is available.
8. Where the number of applicants exceeds the places available, a random draw of application forms will determine those successful in receiving a place, subject to Clause 8. Cheques accompanying these applications will then be processed. Remaining applications will continue to be drawn at random to determine the order of the reserve list.
9. The trip organiser will be granted up to two places on that trip without entry into the ballot. An organiser is the person who arranges the trip on behalf of the HASSRA Events Committee, whether or not s/he is a member of the Committee.
10. Where expressions of interest have been sought for a proposed trip, if that trip is subsequently confirmed, applications received from those expressing interest prior to the closing date will be given priority to book before any unfilled places on the trip are advertised. On these occasions, once the closing date is reached, remaining places will be filled on a first come first served basis.
11. Members who have been unsuccessful in a ballot for a trip may record this on their application for the next trip, to the same destination, and will be given priority for available spaces.
12. Applications from solely non-member groups, i.e. not accompanying a full HASSRA member, wishing to participate in an event will be considered only in the event of places remaining after the closing date has passed.
13. The priority order will be: a) Organiser +1, b) Previously unsuccessful on similar trip (ballot if necessary), c) Prior registered interest (ballot if necessary), d) Other Members, e) Non Member groups.
14. Non-members may apply to travel at the discounted rate on an event provided that they satisfy the criterion for associate membership and send a completed application for membership together with the appropriate payment, on or before the closing date for the trip. Associate Membership will last for 12 months from the date of processing the application. The Committee reserves the right to determine specific criteria for prior membership on certain trips. Any such requirements will be notified in the advertisement. Participants are reminded to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner while attending HASSRA sponsored trips and events. Formal complaints may prejudice an individual's eligibility for future trips.
36 NAME OF TRIP: ______Closing date: ______
To: ______Location: ______
For flying trips, names MUS T correspond to those shown in your passport(s)
Name HAS S R A L eeds Type of room Amount of B alance of cost of trip Member Yes/No double/Twin/single/ deposit Number: family
Name of lead contact: ......
Address (Work if staff member) ......
Phone (Work if staff member) ...... Mobile ......
E-mail (Work if staff member) ......
Please ensure that you provide full contact details. Failure may prejudice your booking.
Insurance cover, dietary or ability requirements (must be provided with balance if not before )
Name Insurer Policy No. E xpiry Date Dietary of other requirements
DISCLAIMER . This must be completed to enable acceptance of the application I can confirm that I have authority to act for all applicants and that all have read, understand and agree to abide by the Terms & Conditions set by HASSRA (Leeds) and any additional terms as specified by linked travel companies.
Travelling Alone? If travelling alone, would you like to "buddy" in a twin room with another tripper of the same sex, to avoid the single supplement? YES / NO Would you be willing to "buddy" if you have requested a single room but none is available? YES /NO Please refer to the trip advertisement for: - The names and address of the trip organiser, to whom this form should be sent - The closing date for applications - The deposit required* Balances will be required approximately 4 - 8 weeks before trip. Booking Form Notes: Cheques to be made payable to HASSRA Leeds unless otherwise specified in the advertisement. In the event of over-subscription, a ballot will be held and un-cashed cheques will be returned to unsuccessful applicants. Remember to enclose your cheque with the application. Cheques will not be banked until after the closing date, but bookings will not be accepted without a completed application together with cheque. Travel insurance is recommended for all trips but is mandatory for trips abroad. Insurance cover should include cover for medical treatment, an emergency help line, and repatriation cover – see also para 5 of the terms and conditions. For activities such as mountain sports additional specialist insurance will also be essential. Applicants requiring confirmation that booking form & cheque has been received must enclose a self addressed envelope/grid. Please refer to full terms and conditions when applying as printed in the Newsletter and on HASSRA Leeds website www.hassra-leeds.org
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