Felixstowe Archive

Highlight of the year for the Band and many invited local bandsmen, was the visit by Dr Stephen Cobb (Territorial Musical Director) for a Masterclass.     Dennis Versey was recognised for his 45 years of involvement with the Festival of Remembrance and received a Certificate of Recognition.    The guest speakers on our Shoebox Sunday were retired Commissioners Alex and Ingeborg Hughes.In September, several members enjoyed a retreat at Sunbury Court.     Our Outreach projects this year included another successful Ambassadors in Sport week and a new venture for the Corps, an Auction of Promises, with the proceeds going to the 'Boost' bus project.    Several members took part in the annual Suffolk Churches Cycle Ride with new distance records being set.     The Band also attended the Open Air service at Orford Castle.    The social activities included a ramble to Felixstowe Ferry and then tea at the Bradleys, a Barn Dance, a Bowls and BBQ and the annual picnic at Rendlesham Forest.     We celebrated the marriage of Victoria Emeny and Steve Lamb and Monica and Stan Cracknell celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary.    Promoted to Glory was Ethel Salter.