Many of you will be familiar with the plans for the Classic 300 (www.classic300.org.uk)in 2017, which will be a series of classic vehicle runs across the country, taking in Wales, the Isle of Man and Channel Islands.

The runs will be open to Masons and those with an interest in Freemasonry, driving cars built before 1st January 1997 or future classics accepted as being of special interest. In some cases motorcycles and commercial vehicles will also be included.

The Classic 300 will start on Sunday 21st May 2017 with a large gathering of vehicles at Windsor Castle – check out the website for full details www.classic300.org.uk about and for registration.

There is a run during our M-Fest weekend starting from the Weston Park venue

APPROX 80 MILES

- Start
- MFest300, Lap of Main arena Weston Park Shifnal - Staffordshire
- via Newport and Eccleshall to
- Swift Motorsport Gallery - including light lunch - in Stoke-on-Trent Staffordshire
- Journey via Southern Peak District to
- Crich Tramway Village - Derbyshire
- Finish

There are several other Midland runs all details for which can be found at

www.classic300.org.uk/national-registration

We know there are lots of classic car owners in our ranks but we need to motivate and alert them so any help in advertising would be Marvellous

Another successful Sunday Lunch organised by St Modwen’s Lodge and supported by 97 Brethren, family and friends of all the Lodges meeting at Ashfield House in Burton (both Derbyshire and Staffordshire). Over £300 was raised for the upkeep of the building to allow the Masons to continue their meetings which includes raising money for many local and national causes.

An enjoyable meal had by all and no washing up to be done!

The next lunch is on the 28th May, contact the Secretary of the organising committee Nick Thomas

W. Bro. Nick Collumbell and Bro. Andy Sawyer, both of Forresters Lodge are to complete around 160 miles in two days starting at Grand Lodge early on 24th June, staying overnight and then and arriving at Mfest hopefully on the Saturday around lunchtime.

All proceeds are to go to the Midlands Air Ambulance. The Just Giving link is www.justgiving.com/mfest300.

Enjoy a whole weekend of fun and celebration for you, your family and friends at Weston Park, to mark 300 years of Freemasonry as we know it.
There'll be funfairs, model railway rides, falconry displays, hot air balloons, classic cars, caravan and camping rally, as well as a fishing competition and fun-run for the youngsters.

2017 Charity Clay Pigeon Shoot In Aid of Staffordshire Provincial Charities

To be held at Doveridge Clay Sports Ground (On A50 near Uttoxeter)

Sunday, 24 September, 2017 at 1000hrs to 1500hrs

50 Sporting Targets - (Ten targets from five stands)

Re-entry permitted

Inscribed Trophy for High Gun Gentleman, Lady and Under 18

The St. Giles Trophy for High Mason Gun - (To be retained by winner until next shoot)

£25 per entry

Café available on site

Cartridges available at Circa £5 per box of 25 (50 required)

Come along and have some fun. Experienced shooters will be at every stand, for safety and to assist beginners. Ear defenders and safety glasses recommended. Bring your Non Masonic friends.
Every entry helps your Province. Loan Guns available.