AGM Day 2008

The day started with ringing at Lincoln Cathedral followed by the communion service in the Ringer's Chapel. Following this it was to the Meeting hosted at a Local Methodist Church. Emma Southerington of the Southern Branch was re-elected as Peal Secretary and Sue Faull is still the Master of the Guild. After the meeting it was Lunchtime where much discussion and much eating took place. After the extra long lunch we headed to Harmston for the Inter-Branch 8 bell Striking Competition whilst others headed to some 6 bell towers. The Southern Branch team came a close 2nd to the Central Branch with Eastern coming 3rd and West Lindsey coming last. Then it was back into Lincoln for evensong then evening ringing. A very satisfying and enjoyable day and congratulations to the team for coming 2nd. The team was: 1. Ernest Orland 2. Diane Faux 3. Jim Benner 4. Geoff Riglar 5. Ben Ricketts 6. Al Payne 7. Johny Stokoe 8. Emma Southerington (C).