James Flory had suggested that the forecasts said it would be flyable albeit cold, so the hopefuls got the kit up to the west end for the Northeasterly wind. It was quite a strong wind as well as being very cold, and a blue flag limit.
After just seven two-seater flights, the cloudbase came down and all the gliders were hopped to the hangar, and everything cleaned and put away.
Stewart Henshall awarded the Presidents Trophy for best progress (Sally Hender)
In the afternoon, with Stewart Henshall back from Reading and Thailand, Pete Harmer did the honours with presenting Stewart with the 3 Trophies and the Albatross badge that had been awarded after the AGM. - J&P
