Gathering of The Clans
Bliadhna Mhath Ùr – Happy New Year
Burn Supper Night – White Hart Hotel Saturday 25 Jan 25
Before the dust settles on the Christmas Ball, we must express our heartfelt gratitude to Karen Langley and her incredible team for organizing such a wonderful evening. Everyone in attendance thoroughly enjoyed the event, and we were blown away by the fantastic amount of money raised for their chosen charity. Bravo to all involved!
Prepare to immerse yourself in a night of Scottish heritage and joy as we kick off the year with our very own Burns Supper!
Join us for an evening of poetry, music, and dance as we honour the life and works of Scotland’s beloved Bard, Robert Burns.
Entertainment Highlights
- Liv McLennan, our talented Piper, will set the perfect tone with her skilful tunes.
- Davey Robinson will provide rhythmic flair on the drums.
- Speakers and Toasts – TBC
- And the lively Highland dancing will be led by none other than Derek Mackay, who will ensure everyone has a grand time on the dance floor.
Our goal has always been to make this event accessible to the wider Salisbury community. By doing so, we hope to strengthen ties and increase awareness of our Club within the local area. However, to ensure fairness, the event will be self-funded, with all costs covered by those attending. The Club will not be subsidising the event in any way.
The White Hart has once again surpassed expectations with a delicious-looking menu full of Scottish flavours. Please select your menu choices accordingly, noting for you sassenachs you can have the Turkey Escallops without the Haggis. For the vegetarians amongst us, the Rumbledethumps with Roasted Vegetables and a Herb Dressing, sounds just delightful.
Dress:
The dress for the event is formal with a strong hint of tartan. Dinner Jacket/Suit for the Laddies and Long or Cocktail Dress for the Lassies. Miniature Medals at your preference, but preferred.
Costs:
Food and Entertainment: £42.00 per head.
Wine Corkage:
Wine £8.00 per bottle. If you want to take up this offer, then please select this option, and pay the respective corkage charge when registering.
Accommodation:
The hotel has placed 10 double bedrooms on hold for this event at an exclusive rate of £98.00 per double, inclusive of breakfast. Please contact the White Hart Direct to reserve a room on 01722 327476.
Charity Raffle/Auction:
Thanks to the incredible generosity of last year’s attendees, we raised an astonishing amount for our chosen charities: Salisbury Hospice and Naomi House. This year, we’re aiming to match, or even exceed, that achievement!
To make this possible, we would deeply appreciate any suitable prize donations—such as those unwanted Christmas presents, you’re looking to rehome. Every contribution helps us build an amazing selection of prizes that will inspire even more generosity.
Exciting Donations Already In!
We’re thrilled to share that we’re off to a brilliant start!
- The White Hart has donated a stay in a Double Room with Breakfast for the event, which we’ve already sold at their exclusive rate!
- A spectacular auction prize—a flight in a glider—has been generously contributed by our very own Glider Pilot, Werner Stroud. If anyone would like to place an opening offer, please feel free to send me a private message.
With your support, we can keep this momentum going and make a meaningful impact together.
Heads and Tails – For all those attending please ensure you bring with you a one-pound coin to enable you to take part in our customary event
Parking:
If using the hotel car park please remember to register your car at the reception, if you don’t you may receive a hefty fine.
Seating:
A seating plan will be displayed at the entrance to the main function room. If you have any specific seating preferences, please feel free to send me a private message (PM), and I will do my best to accommodate your request.
The full timings and running order for the evening will be shared closer to the event date. However, please plan to meet in the bar at 18:15hrs, and be seated in the main function room by 18:45hrs. I’ve asked the White Hart to speed up the bar service at the start of the evening to help things run smoothly.
For those who wish to attend, please follow the link to register your attendance, select your menu choice, and, where possible, make your payment at that time.
Sláinte,
Cameron