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Hello Everyone,
I am pleased to announce that the Club will re-open on Monday 17th May (subject to the Governments plans staying on schedule).
The opening hours will be:
Monday 19:00 - 23:00 * (NO BINGO)
Tuesday 19:00 - 23:00
Wednesday 19:00 - 23:00
Thursday 19:00 - 23:00
Friday 19:00 - 23:30
Saturday 11:30 - 23:00
Sunday 11:30 - 22:00 *
* Please Note: Monday and Sunday opening hours will be extended for a month on a trial basis.
We are expecting some (if not all) Social Distancing rules to remain in place prior to the lock down. More detail will be provided nearer the time.
The Committee will work hard over the next few weeks to ensure the Club is ready for re-opening, we have to service/recommission all the equipment, perform a deep clean, and re-stock (just about everything).
We're really looking forward to welcoming you all back. I hope to update you all with further details nearer to the opening time.
Will you be doing memberships? Mine is out of date
Trevor Lamb ,Sylvia lamb, Netty Buddy ,Gerry mullender, xx
Natasha Hill
Yesssssss
Lou Kerry
Join us in remembering Arnold Ridley, the only member of the original Dad’s Army cast to have served in both world wars – as well as signing up for the Home Guard.
Arnold endured horrific hand to hand combat in the trenches at the Somme in 1916.
After being accepted into the Somerset Light Infantry, he was posted to France and within days of arriving was hit by shrapnel and shot through the thigh. He returned to the front from convalescence only to be sent over the top twice during the Battle of the Somme in 1916. The first time was at Delville Wood, where many of his comrades fell. During a second attack at Gueudecourt, now as a Lance Corporal, Arnold’s battalion took even more devastating losses from machine gun fire.
When the survivors reached the German trenches, they pushed back the enemy troops with bayonets and bombs, before Arnold was knocked to the ground by a rifle blow to the head. A German soldier lunged with a bayonet, but Arnold survived by deflecting the blade into his groin instead of his stomach. The next blow pierced his left hand and wrist. Arnold came round in a field hospital. It took 15 ops to save his hand and he was invalided back home.
Arnold volunteered for the Intelligence Corps in WW2, making films in France. After being discharged on medical grounds, he joined the Home Guard, before touring bases, entertaining the troops. While he described the First World War in detail in his unpublished autobiography, Arnold could not write about the Second World War. He said: “To recount events, I would have to relive them. I am too afraid.” He suffered horrific nightmares and regularly woke drenched in sweat. He was terrified he would black out on stage but was such a brave man and kept acting when he could – bringing joy to millions in his role as Private Godfrey in Dad’s Army.
Arnold passed away, aged 88, in March 1984.
Given the Prime Ministers announcement this evening, its obvious the Club will not be opening anytime soon, and as such I'd like to remind you of our fund raising site. Thank you very much to everyone that has donated so far.
The management committee have decided to extend everyone's membership for free in 2021. You will not receive a new sticker for your cards, but they will remain valid until the next renewal in December 2021/January 2022.
We have made available a GoFundMe donation site, we would like to ask those that can afford to do so, to make a small donation to Club funds in lieu of the membership fees this year.
Be rest assured the Club is not in any financial difficulty, this is merely a way to help us with the deficit of no membership income this year, and gives you a way to provide continued support for the Club whilst we remain closed.
Please click the link below for the donation site.
www.gofundme.com/f/branston-home-guard-club-membership-donations
We look forward to welcoming you all as soon as we are allowed to.
Stay Safe,
The Officers, Committee and Staff.
Branston Home Guard Club (Membership Donations), organized by Adam Clarke
www.gofundme.com
This funding scheme has been setup to allow members to donate to the Club … Adam Clarke needs your support for Branston Home Guard Club (Membership Donations)Given the events of this year, the management committee have decided to extend everyone's membership for free in 2021. You will not receive a new sticker for your cards, but they will remain valid until the next renewal in December 2021/January 2022.
We have made available a GoFundMe donation site, we would like to ask those that can afford to do so, to make a small donation to Club funds in lieu of the membership fees this year.
Be rest assured the Club is not in any financial difficulty, this is merely a way to help us with the deficit of no membership income this year, and gives you a way to provide continued support for the Club whilst we remain closed.
Please click the link below for the donation site.
www.gofundme.com/f/branston-home-guard-club-membership-donations
We look forward to welcoming you all back in the New Year when we are able to.
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a better New Year!
Officers, Committee, and Staff.
Branston Home Guard Club (Membership Donations), organized by Adam Clarke
www.gofundme.com
This funding scheme has been setup to allow members to donate to the Club … Adam Clarke needs your support for Branston Home Guard Club (Membership Donations)
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people or changed who can see it, or it's been deleted.Hello Everyone,
The Officers, Committee and Staff would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
As you are aware we are in a Tier 3 area, and the Club will remain closed for the festive season, but if everyone follows the rules we will be back open in the New Year when it's deemed safe to do so.
Regarding membership renewals, this year the Management Committee have decided its only fair that we extend your memberships for next year free of charge. You will not be issued new stickers for your cards this year, but they will be valid and enabled for 2021.
We are looking at possibly providing a fundraising page for the Club over the next few days, and we'd like to ask you all to make a small donation to Club funds if you are able to. Perhaps something similar to what you would pay for your membership, but any donation would be greatly received. The Club needs your on-going support during these difficult times.
We look forward to welcoming you all back in the New Year.
Best Wishes and Stay Safe Everyone,
Officers, Staff and Committee.
Merry Christmas to you all. Let's hope we can be back in early 2021. My girls miss Ann so much and I'm really missing my prosecco nights with my girlfriends. We would love to contribute to next years fee's x
Happy Christmas to you all xx
Merry Christmas! Hopefully see you again sometime in 2021 ❤️
Merry Christmas everyone 🎅🏼🎄🎁🛷❄️☃️ xx
Happy to donate. Merry Christmas to you all xxxx
Merry Christmas and a happy new year to all
Can I ask if you’re asking for funds to financially support the club?
Happy Christmas to all, and stay safe 👍
The Committee would like to thank all our members for their continued support of the Club.
In-line with government guidelines we are now closed until the 2nd of December at the earliest.
We look forward to welcoming you back, just as soon as we can. Stay safe and look after each other.
Stay safe everyone. Keep prosecco on ice x
Do you know when your accepting new members?
Hi All,
We've had a couple of requests for the Club to open longer on Sunday evenings when football matches start at 16:30. Therefore for a trial period we will be open until 19:00, last orders will be 18:30. We shall review this periodically.
These are next three weeks (All kick offs at 16:30):
Sunday 18th - Tottenham v West Ham
Sunday 25th - Wolves v Newcastle
Sunday 1st - Man U v Arsenal
Don't forget we have all Sky Sports at the Club, and three televisions, so we can show a mixture. Just ask when you come in.
All Social Distancing rules apply, and as such the downstairs lounge will be open if necessary.
The Committee have further considered the recent Government announcement and received further clarification. So from Thursday 24th September the following now applies:
The Club has to close by 22:00 (10:00PM). Last Orders will be 21:30.
Members and their Guests must wear a face covering (mask) whilst moving around the Club premises, and can remove it only when seated at their table.
You will NOT be allowed to approach the bar for service. You will be served at the table. You must still follow the one-way system.
Please sign in on the track and trace register provided on every visit.
From Thursday, this will be the LAW.
We all really need you to support the Club right now.
Since we re-opened we have had Covid-Secure measures in place. We have plenty of hand sanitisers, a one-way system, and socially distanced tables.
Please continue to use the Club as much as you can, we'd love to see you.
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The local authorities are now randomly visiting pubs & clubs to ensure they are following the guidelines on social distancing & hygiene procedures.
Any venue found to be in breach of the rules can be either fined, shut down or both.
The majority of our members and guests have been safely following the guidelines, but one or two people have not adhered to them.
It is imperative, that when visiting the club YOU MUST:
1. Follow the one way system.
2. No Standing.
3. Remain seated unless you are going to the bar, toilet or smoking area. DO NOT wander from table to table.
4. Strictly no dancing anywhere in the club, even at your table.
5. Wash your hands after going to the toilet.
6. Use the hand sanitisers regularly.
Anyone not adhering to these rules may be asked to leave the club.
Please, please follow these guidelines and keep the club safe from the virus and the local authority.
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Good evening everyone.
The Committee have been monitoring the usage of the club since we re-opened from the lockdown.
There are some clear times that it is not beneficial for us to open, with takings not even covering staff wages.
The Committee have had to make a difficult decision, and therefore from Monday 17th August (inclusive) the club will open as per these revised opening times:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 19:00-23:00
Wednesday: 19:00-22:00
Thursday: 19:00-22:00
Friday: 17:00-23:00
Saturday: 11:30-23:00
Sunday: 11:30-18:00
Bank Holiday Monday (31st August) the club will be open 11:30-18:00.
We thank you for your continued support, and hope you understand why we’ve had to make this decision. We will continue to monitor the situation and will review as needed.
Please come and visit the Club if you are able, we’d love to see you, we have all necessary Covid measures in place.
Management Committee
Use the club or loose it.
Fiona you and Bob up for a drink Friday?
I’m pleased to announce we now have a replacement card machine. Contactless payments are now preferred and recommended for everyone.
Please remember when visiting the club to social distance and follow all the signage around the one way system.
You must also add your name and contact telephone number to the register by the door on a daily basis.
Thanks for your understanding, as without these measures in place we would not be allowed to open.
See you on Saturday 🍺👍
Hi All,
Just an update on card payments, the new card machine will be here tomorrow. So It'll be cash only again this evening. Sorry for the extended delay, it is outside of our control.
Hello all, due to an unforeseen technical issue with the card machine, it will have to be cash only tonight.
We have a mechanism in place that only sanitised coins are given as change.
You will be asked to place your money in a tray, where is it will be counted and stored for cleansing.
Apologies for the inconvenience, but this is out of our control.
Hope that this is not new way of money laundering...
Further update to the operating procedure for the club.
ALL members will be required to print their name and telephone number legibly on the daily signing in sheet provided near the inner entrance door (same table as the guest signing in book). This is a requirement for the NHS track and trace service. It must be completed every time you visit the club.
Remember your access cards, you will not be let in if you ring the bell. All staff have been instructed to follow this procedure.
Thanks for your understanding and cooperation in this matter.
We open at 7:00pm on Monday 6th July.
Hello Everyone,
I am pleased to announce that the Club will be re-opening from Monday 6th July at 7:00PM.
As you are probably expecting, we have had to make significant changes to the way the Club operates to meet with the current government guidance. We will, as an ongoing process be reviewing this regularly. We have assessed our operating procedures and adjusted them to meet or exceed the requirements.
Please see this link on the Club Website to see full details - we encourage everyone to read this before attending.
www.branstonhomeguard.com/club/?p=1312
Key Points
The number one priority is the safety of everyone - every single person has a responsibility to play their part.
Social distancing must be maintained, some tables and chairs/stools have been removed.
Please wash your hands regularly and use the hand sanitisers we have invested in.
No-one under the age of 18 is permitted on the Club premises at this time.
No Dogs (except official guidance dogs) are permitted at this time.
There will be a one-way system operating through the Club. Entry to the club will be via the Access Ramp, the stairs are one-way (down) and exit is via the main door (for those that don't have a need to use the access ramp). This means that on a toilet visit you'll need to take your coat if its raining!
On arrival at the club - all members MUST BRING their access cards. Do not use the door buzzer for access - you will be refused. Every member must swipe their card in the reader, regardless of whether someone is holding the door open for you or not. This allows us to track who is in the building on a given day. Additionally guests are limited to two per party - they must sign in fully with name, address and telephone number - this MUST be legible.
There will be no standing (except for when in the bar queue). On entering the club you should find a table/seating area that is large enough for your party (remember you should be from the same household or 'social bubble'). The lounge downstairs will be open for additional seating. If there are no available seating areas in the club, then unfortunately you must leave and return at a later time. There is no waiting area for tables inside the building, or on the access ramp.
There is a queuing system for bar access. To minimise contact all members and guests are expect to return empty bottles and glasses to the drop off area on the bar. A number of queuing positions are clearly marked. From the drop off area onwards, please do not move forward until instructed by the bar staff. Please be prepared to wait longer for service at the bar. Please do not abuse the bar staff over this, they are following the procedure they have been instructed.
Every drink will be served in a clean glass. If you are ordering more than two drinks a tray will be provided to avoid the need to return to the bar. Staff will handle glasses at the base wherever possible.
Contactless card payments are strongly preferred and recommended.
There may be some products that are unavailable at the time of opening. Alternative products are available.
The follow services will not be available until further notice:
Pool Table
Dart Board
Gaming Machine
Lottery Machine
Bingo
Live Entertainment
Dominoes
The Jukebox will be available via the App only, volumes will be limited.
Sky TV is available on all three televisions, again volumes will be limited.
Revised Opening times (these will be under review)
Monday: 19:00–23:00
Tuesday: 19:00–23:00
Wednesday: 19:00–23:00
Thursday: 19:00–23:00
Friday: 17:00–23:30
Saturday: 11:30–23:00
Sunday: 11:30–21:00
Above all - please use common sense, and maintain your distance from others.
There will be increased Committee presence in the Club during the opening hours. They have instruction to operate the Club in-line with the rules and regulations, please follow their advice. Their decision is final on all matters regarding the safe operating of the Club. In the absence of a Committee member, the Bar Staff have the same authority. Please do not abuse the Staff or Committee members, these changes are enforced upon us - we all have to work with them.
All of the above will be under constant review, and we reserve the right to make any adjustments as necessary.
Club Re-Opening – Operating Procedure | Branston Home Guard Social Club
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Club Re-Opening – Operating Procedure The Club has conducted a risk assessment against the current Covid-19 Government Guidance. The following rules and guidance are applicable to all Members and Visitors to the Club. You should not enter the Club premises if you or any of your household are showi...Pint of Bid please.
Hope to see you all soon.
How many can be in at once? Hopefully see you soon 🙂
Fiona xxxx
Robert
Hope to see you all soon, get the prosecco on ice Ann x