www.swindoncaledoniansociety.co.uk

The Swindon and District Caledonian Society was formed in 1929. It is non-sectarian and non-political, and its objectives are to develop friendly sociability among members, other Scots, relatives and friends in the area, and to promote and encourage the preservation and enjoyment of the literature, music, dancing, folklore and traditions of Scotland.
Current annual rates of membership are £9.00 for one adult (18+), or £12.00 per couple. There is no charge for children.
The officers are currently:

President: Gordon Wilson 01249 720536
Vice Pres: Eileen Cushion 01793-348135
Secretary: Jerry Allen 01793 741377
Hon Treasurer: Jim Wilkie 01249 813960.
Committee Members: Tom Cassells-Smith 01488-648216
Reg Cushion 01793 348135
Arthur Longmore 07887 922 126
Mabel Longmore 07887 922 116
Neil McVicar 01793-521091
Carole McDerment 01793-762574


The Society organises functions, outings and convivial evenings on a regular basis throughout the year. Guests as well as members are very welcome at all events, and details are available from any member of the committee.

You can contact the Secretary on jallen2048@tiscali.co.uk.

The programme for 2009 is :


23 Jan : Burns Night Supper/Dance, Marriott Hotel, Swindon
20 Feb : Welsh/Scots joint evening, Lawn Community Centre, Swindon
14 Mar : Barn Dance at Ogbourne Downs Golf Clubhouse
18 Apr : Scottish Tattoo at Salisbury Town Hall
24 Apr : AGM (inc wine and cheese), Lawn Community Cen
4 May : Golf and High Tea, Ogbourne Downs Golf Club

Scottish Country Dancing classes are held regularly in the district, and the Society supports and maintains contact with these classes. Further details are given below. Dancers do not have to be members of the Society.

Any Member of the Committee will be pleased to provide further information on the Society and its activities, to introduce prospective new members to the existing membership, or in any other way they can, to assist in promoting friendship through the common heritage of Scotland.

Contacts for Scottish Country Dancing in the area are:

Chippenham Sunday Irene Wilkie 01249 444773
Chippenham (children) Thursday Irene Wilkie 01249 444773
Cirencester Wednesday Tony Bush 01242 890454
Lechlade Thursday Shirley Jenkins 01367 252623
Liddington Thursday Lynda Hughes 01793 790821
Manton (beginners) Tuesday Jennifer Parker 01672 515151
Manton (intermediate) Wednesday Jennifer Parker 01672 515151
Swindon Thursday Inelka Street 01793 721285

Details of the nearest Pipe Band can be found at:

www.hampshire-caledonian.co.uk


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