CARS Christmas Lunch at The "Lodge Country Inn",
SS11 7QT. 7th December 2013.
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We used the same Venue we have used for the past two Lunches as they looked after us well.
Martyn, G1EFL and his Wife, Val organised the event although unfortunately a number of CARS Members
could not attend a good number did make their way on a bright, cool and dry day to Rettenden. One
of the first to arrive was Dave Penny who had driven from his new house in Norfolk and with his Son from Braintree.
The Lodge country Inn had been very nicely refurbished for us to enjoy the new carpets, wallpaper
and lights - very smart - thank you.
We were again in the Conservatory and looking at a table with 14 lovely Raffle Prizes including
two one Litre bottles of 12 year old Brandy. Thanks to those who so generously donated the prizes.
Vice President John, G8DET assumed Master of Ceremonies as CARS President and Chairman were not present.
and Vice President Geoff, G3EDM was recovering from a bad cold.
He started by telling them of him contacting Essex County Council about the Sandon Park and Ride Wind Turbine
rotating at normal speed even though there was no wind. It appears it can "Motor" - taking energy
from the Mains to turn itself as it waits for the wind to reappear!
He then reminded them that Pat Gowen, G3IOR came to Marconi, Arbour Lane in September 1998 and told CARS he had witnessed
his house slide onto the beach at Hemsby - hence his interest in waves in Norfolk.
This was when Dick Brocks, G3WHR was President and the Secretary was the late Charles Shelton,
G0GJS. It was interesting to note that CARS used to have a SSTV Net on 28MHz on a Thursday evening in those days. The
Daily Telegraph for Saturday, 11th July 1998 was circulated which featured Pat taking water samples at Hemsby.
Part of the party.
Photos by John G8DET
Photo taken by Graham Leggett, G7JYD.
The first course was served - all were lovely.
The Main course was served starting with Salmon - a very good portion with nicely cooked vegatables.
The rest of the meals were served in order finishing with Turkey.
The Raffle was then drawn with Pauline Bowen drawing the winning ticket once she had turned out her handbag!
People selected the prizes to their taste and all were very happy.
Sweet was served with the last being John with the only portion of Cheese and Biscuits ordered.
Cheese and Biscuits - lovely!
Many friends and Members found themselves sitting next to people that had not met before but it was
surprising the areas of common interest which were found. The loud level a chat indicated the degree of talking which went on.
There were no quizes.
Val was presented with a lovely flower as a token of thanks for organising yet another good CARS Event.
Tea, Coffee and Mints were served and the party broke up at 3.30pm.
CARS Meeting.
Tuesday, 3rd December 2013 .
At Oaklands Museum, Moulsham Street, CM2 9AQ.
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"Circuit Design using Computers" and "Social Chat".
by Peter Bridgeman, G3SUY and CARS Members.
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Chairman John, G1UZD opened the meeting and welcomed such a good turn out.
John yates opening the Meeting.
Photos by John G8DET.
Part of the meeting before it filled up.
He said that the first part of the evening would be by Peter, G3SUY and his presentation of
Curcuit Design and the we will see a series of slides by Colin, G0TRM and David Davis, G3SVI.
Peter presenting from his computer using the Oaklands Digital Projector.
Photo by Colin, G0TRM
Diagram of a circuit using the program.
Photo by Colin, G0TRM
Evan the Model of a Whip Aerial on a Car can be shown.
Photo by Colin, G0TRM
Peter constructed a number of diagrams and then introduced a Aerial Modelling Program.
3D diagram of an Aerial whose paramiters were specified.
3D Model of the Car
Responding to a question about the effect of different earth conditions, Peter was able to demonstrate
a series of different Polar Plots in 3D of the effect of different Earth conditions.
Tea/coffee was served by David, G3SVI and Myra, M0MYA.
Tea/Coffee Table and Mince Pies by John., G8DET and David, G3JCM.
Afterwards we will have a Social Chat to enable everyone to meet and enjoy the Amateur Radio company.
Carl and James ran the Raffle.
James, 2E0GUA and Carl. G3PEM on the Raffle table.
Chairman John thanking Peter for such a good presentation.
A very good evening - thanks to the Staff at Oaklands Museum for suppling the Digital Projector, tables and nice chairs.
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CARS Operating from Sandford Mill,
Science & Industry Museum, Sunday 29th October 2013
for Science and Discovery Day.
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CARS RMS Titanic story.
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CARS June Meeting commemorating the Birth of Louis Varney, GB5RVA.
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CARS operating GB5RVA from Sandford Mill.
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CARS Meeting Place
We are back to the First Tuesday in the Month but at a NEW Venue - The Oaklands Museum at the top of Moulsham Street.
It is a prestigious building with a modern extension and we are on the First Floor. There is a lift for wheel chairs.
Oaklands Museum, in Oaklands Park, Moulsham Street, Chelmsford.
From October 2013 CARS will meet at : -
Oaklands Museum,
Moulsham Street,
Chelmsford
CM2 9AQ.
Doors open at 7pm for 7.30pm start but the Meeting will end at 10pm as the gates will be locked at 10.15pm.
Click here to find two maps for Oaklands Museum
You can drive all the way up Moulsham Street from Parkway but NOT the other way.
Another way is to enter Moulsham Street after going round the Miami Roundabout (by
Tesco,) go down New London Road 200 yards, turn right into Moulsham Street and after
100 yards turn right again into the Museum.
WARNING - there are three (Yes 3) very high Sleeping Policemen to prevent "Rat Runners" - they will
tear the bottom of your car unless you go steadily over them.
There is plenty on car parking but it is not intended CARS to park directly infrom of the
Museum - reserved for people unloading kit.
Tea/Coffee/Chocolate is available on a DIY basis at 9pm break time. Cups are provided.
There is normally no admission fee to CARS Meetings. Visitors are always
welcome.
Please identify yourself to Brian, G3CVI when you sign in
and purchase a Raffle Ticket or two for Club Funds.
The Raffle is drawn after the refreshment interval.
CARS Membership
To be/remain a Member of CARS, send a Cheque for £15 for 2013-2014 – Adult Membership (under 16s or in Full Time Education - FREE) to:-
Mr Brian Thwaites, 118 Baddow Hall Crescent, Great Baddow, CHELMSFORD, CM2 7BU.
If you would like a receipt, please enclose a stamped addressed envelope with a 2nd class stamp.
Please see the Membership Form by clicking on the following link : -
Membership Joining Form page
Thanks to Geoff, G7KLV for sending the postal Newsletters – could it go by E-Mail?
Please inform Brian, G3CVI by E-Mail of any changes to your call-sign, postal or E-Mail address, etc.
E-Mail him on g3cvi-"AT"-g0mwt.org.uk Only by you sending Brian your E-Mail
address, can we ensure WE get it right!
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