The Hertford Shires Club entered a “Rock Around The Clock” float in the carnival parade. The float comprised a large clock decorated with flowers made from plastic bags. Club members dressed in 1950’s costumes pulled the float, whilst other members danced to the tune of Bill Haley’s rock & roll hit.
Monies were collected for local charities, and leaflets distributed advertising Hertford Shires Club. A fun day was had by all.
Hundreds of local people packed along the banks of the River Lea in Ware to support Hertford Shires Rotary Club's Dragon Boat Regatta. Eleven teams of 11 people took on each other in a series of heats over a stretch of river in craft modelled on Chinese Dragon Boats. A team called 'Enter the Dragon' won the event.
"It was a brilliant event. All the teams participated fully and everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves and got into the
spirit of the event" commented Richard Rumbelow, President of the Hertford Shires Rotary Club.
"Everything went like clockwork through the day, the weather stayed fine and were helped by the Sacred Heart School in Ware who allowed their grounds and facilities to be used by the teams. "
"The participating teams were drawn from local businesses, pubs/clubs and groups of individuals. For many, it was an opportunity to take part in a team building day. Most importantly, the event has raised the profile of our Club and Rotary, and provided support for our charity beneficiaries of the event, that includes Bowel Cancer Research and Flying Scholarships for the Disabled", concluded Richard Rumbelow.
