"poppies" Gathering This Sunday.

[Tim Templeton 43]

No, not flower picking, but the annual gathering at California (in England), at the location of the "Poppies" Southern Area League speedway team. It was very well supported last year, with ex riders, and machinery covering the early years, from 1928, right through to the present day.

This year we have managed to get permission for a weekend gathering, so we are anticipating a busy day. We will have again a superb display of speedway bikes, covering the start of the sport, right through to one of Jason Crump's GMs from last year. Organiser Stuart Towner is going to be bringing along his recently acquired ice racing bike. There will be opportunities to look at parts of the old track, in particular the original concrete starting area. There will be action on TV, and a collection of world Champion's autographed race jackets. Stuart will have his stand with "Poppies" memorabilia. Refreshments will be available adjacent to the displays.

Everyone is welcome to enjoy the day. Details as follows.

 

This Sunday 12th October, 11am to 4pm.

California Country Park,

Nine Mile Ride,

Finchampstead,

Wokingham RG40 4HT

 

On the B3430 from the A322 from junction 3 of the M3.

 

Any queries to Stuart Towner at 0208 3976599.

[speedyguy 20]

The weather forecast is good for the day. Will anyone spot me there?

[BobC 664]

The weather forecast is good for the day. Will anyone spot me there?

Popped in for an hour on my way to Rye House.

 

Good array of bikes on show.

 

Even met up with a Poole legend from the 50's,Bill Holden.

 

Enjoyed my 'track walk',including the concrete starting area.

 

Will download a couple of photos later this week.

 

Well done to everyone concerned.

[BobC 664]

Click here for some photos of the day.

 

Only 7 Im afraid,I thought I took a lot more!

 

http://community.webshots.com/album/568030344wUmyCK