June 2005 Sponsored by C & W Longmore Issue No 30
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THE ROTHESIAN June 2005 Sponsored by C & W Longmore Issue No 30 The sponsors of this edition of the Rothesian ANGLING ASSOCIATION are Cathie and Bill Longmore. Dear Reader On the 16th July, 1948, Cathie paid her first This is a short note to update all in the Rothes area on visit to Rothes, with the Keith Cycling Club, changes to the sea trout fishing on Rothes, Aikenways on a new Raleigh Roadster, borrowed from fishings. New owners to the fishings had implemented her brother Geordie. They passed through some changes including the replacement of the 'free Rothes on their way from Dufftown to Lossie- fishing' on the lower Rothes beat to four permits only and had stopped fishing on the upper water. mouth, stopping off for a brew at the Boat These changes were fought against by many of our O’Brig. members, with input from Councillor Paul and Marga- Cathie’s memories of that day were of a long, ret Ewing of the SNP. ( Our thanks go to both for their support). A meeting was held at Eastbank Hotel on the 26th May with factor, Mr Peter Graham and Cllr Paul pre- sent. All points were well put across and issues high- lighted by members. Although the new owners would not budge from their stance on the four permits, con- cessions were given to a couple of our older members who can now arrange for permits on the upper water. We still left the meeting with a glimmer of hope. This was mainly due to the fact that a few of our locals, when out walking, had talked to the new owners who were fishing the salmon pools. They explained, very diplomatically, the almost fifty years of good relation- ships and work between the owners and association members. The new owners now seem a bit more at ease with the situation regarding our association, and Mr Graham gave us some hope that we may get back some more long street, with a hump back bridge in the fishing for season 2006. middle. Not realising it was actually three We welcome the Bladon brothers and families as the streets, she thought it was never going to end! new owners of Rothes, Aikenway Fishings and wish Being a Sunday, there were few people on the them tight lines. Gary Logan (Secretary) street, and no cars, and her impression was of Rothes Angling Association. a lovely quiet town. At that time, little did Cathie know that she was going to spend a large part of her life in Rothes. In September, 1970, Cathie and Bill STOP PRESS! bought the paper shop and house in the High The Grant Hall has been successful in gaining grants Street from Ian Clark. Their family, Billy, of £10,000 from Moray Council and the CED Pro- Catherine and Keith, went to Rothes Primary gramme, for replacing the asbestos roofs. School. You may contact The Rothesian by e-mail, using the following address: [email protected] THE GRANT HALL MAJOR(ETTE) SUCCESS Six months into another year, and the Hall keeps going The Rothes majorettes have had much success recent- strong. We already have some bookings for 2006. ly. At Easter, they attended the week-long British Ma- We were disappointed recently when Heather Ewen jorettes competition in Berwick-upon-Tweed, and resigned from the committee. She will be sorely were placed in every section they competed in. missed as she did so much to ensure the success of the Leigh Fenton received the Champion of Champions place. Trophy for the Senior section, coming top in all her Jean Grimshaw has taken over as Chairperson and sections. Diane Mackenzie received the Champion Raymond Johnston has taken Jean’s place as Treasur- Trophy for the 16+ Section, and Hannah Slessor re- er. Garry Laing still does a sterling job as Secretary, ceived Champion Trophy for her section. Becca Reid and by the time this is published, we are hopeful of received 4 golds and a bronze, while Rebecca Ander- receiving substantial grants, which will see the various son received 5 bronzes. roofs replaced. This in turn will mean that the rest of At their recent trip to Forfar in June, they came back the building can be restored to it’s former glory. Nice one, Garry! We are, however, constantly on the lookout for new members as we are spread fairly thinly on the ground at the moment. Contact Garry (01340 831482) or Ray- mond (01340 831466) if you have an interest in pre- serving this valuable community asset. What’s new? Keep Fit sessions have been running for a few weeks now, overseen by Linda Anderson and from the 10th June, Salsa Dance classes will be start- ing, thanks to the enthusiasm of Carol Hendry who, up till now, has been holding them at Speyside. Are you interested in Table Tennis or Badminton ses- sions? Brand new equipment is available, just waiting to be used. Again, contact the above numbers. Alterna- tively call the Hall on 01340 831578 any time and leave a message. We are constantly overwhelmed by the financial sup- to Rothes with 3 overall trophies. Hannah Slessor was port we receive from various sources. Shane Younie, the winner for age 9yrs section, Becca Reid for age Chris Murphy, A.J. (Alan Jamieson) and Robert 12yrs primary section, Kim Fenton for 12yrs grade 1 Crombie of ‘As Yet Unknown’ organised a very suc- section and Diane McKenzie for the 16+ section. The cessful dance, which netted us a substantial 4 figure Majorettes also entered the military team section and sum. got a 3rd place trophy for that. The youngsters did so Mackie Tawse and his team (mainly Dorothy and Bet- well! Marion was very proud of them. ty) held an extra special Prize Bingo at the end of May, which saw us benefit to the tune of £650. Thanks are also due to the many and varied local businesses who donated such wonderful prizes. RIDING FOR SCOTLAND Then of course, Graham Jefferson and Betty Johnston are holding another one of their fantastic Photo Exhi- th th Leigh Fenton qualified at Faraway Riding Centre on bitions on the 18 and 19 June. This always brings 19th Feb. for the British Horse Society Riding School lots of visitors to town and with them their money, competition. Leigh was one of 8 youngsters who qual- which is also being donated to us. ified to represent Scotland at Stoneleigh Warwickshire Don’t forget, any help, no matter how small, would be on the 31st of May, immediately after her last SQA greatly appreciated. Or if you have a suggestion for examination. new activities, please get in touch. Leigh was not placed in the top 10, but the experience Till next time, enjoy the Rothesian and come along was fantastic, and to ride alongside riders from all and enjoy the Grant Hall. We’d be delighted to see over the British Isles was an experience in itself. you. Leigh would like to thank everyone who supported her by attending fund-raising events and buying raffles. 2 This issue sponsored by C & W Longmore 1ST ROTHES BROWNIES ROTHES JUNIOR YOUTH CLUB After weeks of work the girls have now gained their Well we’re nearing the end of another successful yet First Aid badges, so now its time for less work and busy year at the youth club. more fun. We helped out on the Treasure Island Map Our last evening for everyone was on Tuesday 21st of stall at the Gala, and then had a Tropical Fun night. June, then we will be finished for the summer holidays. th We made tropical cocktails; limbo danced under the On Tuesday 27 of June Joanne, Charlene, Moyra and I pole and danced the night away to “Agado”. We will are took the children, who have attended youth club on a be hopefully having another parachute night with Ka- weekly bases for their tea and bowling at the Bowl 2000 ren Murray, as it was a great hit last time, hopefully as our end of year party. Great fun was had by all, but we will get a few sunny evenings so that we can get sadly we will have to say Farewell to Gillian, Scott, Em- out to play rounders etc. Our last evening is the 30th ma, Natasha and Andrew we wish them all the best up at the High School. June, which will be our first venture with the newly st Youth Club will start back at the Grant Hall on Tuesday formed 1 Rothes Rainbows, we will all be going to 23rd of August costing £1, 00. Bowl 2000 for tea and bowling. The evening will be split into two age groups: With some of the girls are reaching the leaving age, Primary 1 – Primary 3 starting at 6pm – 7pm we always keep the waiting list open for new names, Primary 4 – Primary 7 starting at 7pm – 8:30pm so if you wish to place your daughters name on the list There will be a tuck shop prices ranging from 5p up- please call Jennifer 831201 or Bev 831137. We hope wards, plus all the usual fun games, baking, craft, disco’s all our girls have a lovely summer holiday and look etc. forward to hearing of your adventures when we return If there are any parents out there who are willing to help in August. on a rota or weekly bases for one or both sessions, please contact myself Elaine on 01340 831845. We hope all the children have a wonderful HOT summer 1ST ROTHES RAINBOWS - we can all wish! Elaine, Joanne, Charlene and Moyra.