Visit from Julian Lewis MP
Julian was happy to sit and join in with the activities and answer any questions from members, carers and families. One of our long standing members presented him with a Gateway clock that was made on one of our activity evenings.
Visit to Mudeford Lifeboat Station
Despite being too chilly an evening for a picnic, members enjoyed listening to Gary Rhodes stories. He may us think about the dangers of the sea, and how the crew members who are all volunteers, put themselves at risk to help to help us. One of our lovely volunteers, Janet, put on one of the uniforms and was helped by one of our Gateway members.
Barge Trip
We enjoyed a chilly, but interesting barge trip from Bradford on Avon. A good time was had by all.
Gateway’s Got Talent – Any dream will do 2013
A journey through the Gateway Calendar.
Finally all the hard work from Cynthia Wilson, Sue Joiner, our volunteers and our magnificent members paid off on Wednesday April 24th. Our fantastic performance was put on for our many supporters who came to watch at St Saviour’s church in Brockenhurst. A lot of fun and laughter was had by all. Our members showed their many talents and they shared their dreams with the audience while showing the many activities we do at Brockenhurst Gateway. We had refreshments and a raffle after the show where our members graciously took the well deserved praise. Thank you to everyone who supported us before and on the night. We will be planning another performance next year.
The Rehearsals
The Show
Valentines Supper Dance 2013
The Friends of Fernmount held a Valentine supper dance and it was very well supported. Brockenhurst Gateway club went a long to sing and dance along to the music by Dog Ruff. Many members had the opportunity to sing or play drums with the band which they thoroughly enjoyed. We all had a lovely supper and we are now looking forward to the next dinner dance at Christmas.
Brockenhurst Fire Station visit 2013
Members of Brockenhurst Gateway were invited to visit Brockenhurst fire station to have a look around the station. We all had a good look around and asked lots of questions. Lots of members went on the fire engine. It was very interesting. Unfortunately, the visit was cut short because the firemen were called out to a fire. It was very exciting for our members watching them go on a shout and finding out what happens when an emergency call comes to the station. We have been invited back at a later date. Thank you to all the firemen at Brockenhurst fire station.
Woodworking – Planters 2013
At Brockenhurst Gateway we have started doing wood work projects. We have started off the year making our own planters and putting some plants into them. The members really enjoyed making them and a lot of the members gave them away as gifts. The next wood work project is making clocks which should be fun.
Vehicle Evening 2012
On Tuesday 18th September a good time was had by all on the vehicle evening. We had a variety of vehicles for our members to look at, sit in and get their photographs taken. We had a police car, motorhome, an old 1937 morris 8, vintage zephyr and capri, a wolsley and a 3 litre princess. We had a variety of scooters and big motorbikes including a BMW 1200 enduro and a trike. Also Cycle experience brought along a selection of mobility bikes which we all had good fun on. The weather stayed dry but got a little chilly which no one seemed to notice.
Many thanks go to Cycle experience and the Lymington motorcycle and light car club who supported the evening along with other individuals. Please see the photographs and the amount of fun we had.
Strawberry Picking 2012
On July 17th 2012 Brockenhurst Gateway organised strawberry picking with a BBQ and music at the Cat and fiddle PYO. We invited New Forest Gateway to join us. The weather stayed dry and we had an excellent turn out. We couldn’t keep up with the demand of the beefburgers and sausages therefore several trips had to be made to the nearby supermarket for more supplies. The music was a huge success while we ate our food. Many thanks need to go to Mark French who organised the event but special thanks to Sopley Farm for allowing us to do it.
Punch & Judy 2012
On Tuesday 17th April Brockenhurst Gateway invited Mervyn Cole to come along and bring his friends with him. He came along and brought Punch, Judy and friends. Mervyn and his firiends were very entertaining and we all enjoyed ourselves so much so that Mervyn is going to come along to our Christmas party on December 11th to do some magic for us. I wonder if his friends will come as well!!
