Charity Raft Race

Portgordon Community Harbour Group

Charity Raft Race

Held on Gala Day - Sunday 17th July 2011

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The winning team

'HMS HUNG OAR'

Worthy winners of a great race beating last years winners, 'Buckie Fire Fighters' into second place. They took the lead early on and despite a valiant effort by the firefighters they held on to claim a well deserved victory. Great bunch of guys and they really enjoyed winning

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Winners of the 'Best Raft' Trophy' -

'PORT SCRUBBERS'

Team 'PORT SCRUBBERS' won the Trophy for 'Best Raft' for the second year running. Apart from giving the crowd some super entertainment the girls in this team also claimed a very creditable third place. Amid all the fun and frolics these are serious contenders - Will they win next time? Have to wait and see. One things for sure, they'll be trying their hardest and the crowd are always behind them

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Team 'HULA CHICKS'

If determination won prizes then these girls would be in the top tier. They never gave up and warmed the crowd with their spirited efforts in this, their first raft race at Portgordon - We all very much hope they return next year

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Team 'BUCKIE FIRE FIGHTERS'

The Firefighters never gave up. You wouldn't expect them to. It's not in their nature. They gave it their best shot and despite not winning they were as always a credit to Grampian Fire & Rescue Service





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Team 'THE PIRATES'

Another debut team and full of spirit - I wouldn't bet against them next year. A few design problems with the raft seemed to have scuppered their hopes but they will live to fight another day



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This is 'TEAM MARINE'

Bit of a surprise as following their debut last year it was considered this team would provide a serious challenge. One for the future I think. Great bunch though

The old saying "it isn't about winning" may well be appropriate in some quarters but try telling these racers that. They all came to have some fun and also do their very best to win. Without a doubt they provided fantastic entertainment for an appreciative crowd and they'll all have the memory of this day of days for a long, long time

Thank you all for your efforts and for taking part in our event

and now please visit our Harbour Group website

Please buy a Gala day programme

Buy a programme

You could win

***£50***

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The Gala Day programme is now printed

The printer is on its last legs, the dogs eaten three programmes, I've stapled my finger to another and spilt tea over a few - the ones that have survived will be on sale at the Gala on Sunday

On a serious note, all proceeds from the sale of programmes go directly to the Harbour Group account

Portgordon Community Harbour Group is a charity registered in Scotland

Scottish Charity No SC040805

You could win £50 if you have the lucky programme number

The draw will take place at approx 4.00pm

The winning number will be displayed on this 'Blog' and the main website

click here to see the winning number (after Sunday of course)

Thank you for your support

RAF Search & Rescue and RNLI Buckie Lifeboat

RAF Search & Rescue and RNLI Buckie Lifeboat will combine for a joint exercise on

Gala Day

Sunday 17th July 2011

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Join us in Portgordon for what promises to be a fantastic day for all the family

There was some disappointment last year when the joint exercise didn't take place due the the Sea King being unavailable due to an emergency, although the crew were kind enough to do a fly-by on the way back to base - The lifeboat came as planned and played it's part in what was described as the best Gala yet - we were helped by having fine weather. Lets hope for more of the same this year

Click to visit our main website for more information

Portgordon Charity Raft Race and Gala Day is organised each year by

Portgordon Community Harbour Group

Help wanted

Can you spare some time to help with Gala Day?

If you can spare us a little of your time it would be very much appreciated - we are a small but dedicated team and more hands are always welcome

Have a look at the latest page on our website - 'Organising Gala Day'

More talent at the Gala

Mosaic

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Mosaic certainly added something to the day - they are very good and look at the picture - they really seem to be enjoying themselves

There are some more assorted pictures from the Gala Day on the main website just click the link below

some more pics from Gala day

The 'Speyside Fiddlers'

The 'Speyside Fiddlers' put on a great show. They are well known for their musical ability and were much appreciated by the crowd.. I've seen them numerous times and they just get better and better.

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There is a collage of them on the main website

Collage of the 'Speyside Fiddlers'

Another record month for site visits!

3,046 to our main site in July 2010

visit our main site www.portgordonharbour.org

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Last months visitor numbers were a record since the site began and now the records been broken again by an amazing 43% increase on June

The increase is obviously due to the build up to and including Gala Day

It's great news for all concerned and I'm very grateful for the many contributions I receive from the Harbour Group Committee and others for providing timely and relevant information that I can add to the site

Thanks to all of you for looking at the main site - every visit helps

Too late for the Raft Race

Look who came too late for the Raft Race

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'Crown Princess'

Seen off-shore at about 8.00pm on Gala Day

You should see her again at about 8.00pm on Wednesday August 18th

If you want to know more about this ship, click this link

Thank you for visiting the 'Blog'

Port Watch

The all girl team, Port Watch, took no prisoners on this, their first ever raft race

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The girls as well as providing great entertainment also raised £500 for their charity

They've already told us they'll be back next year to challenge the winners Buckie Firefighters - if the Firefighters are not worried then they certainly should be

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It's not too late to enter

We still have two Rafts available for you to borrow if you wish to take part in the Race

Just contact the number below

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Just seen the weather forecast for Sunday and it doesn't look too bad at all - so get a crew of four and have a go - you might even win.

Here's the contact number

Bob Thomson 01542 834276

Here's a link for more information

We have two spare rafts available. C'mon have a go!

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Childrens Fancy Dress Parade

Children's Fancy Dress Parade on Gala Day

Sunday 25th July

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This will be a day for your children to remember

The highlight of their day will be the Parade from the Village Hall to the Harbour when they will be led by Strathisla Pipe Band along with Mickey and Minnie Mouse

Make sure you bring your camera along to record this special day for the family album

The Fancy Dress competition was first held last year and was so popular that it's being repeated. There's plenty of room for more entrants so come on mums and dads and contact Audrey Murray tel 01542 836248 for more details and entry requests

click this link for more information on Gala Day

Ferrets on Gala Day

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click here for more information on Gala day

Helicopter and Lifeboat Display at Portgordon

RAF Search & Rescue will combine with the RNLI  to provide a display you will remember for a long time

Last years display was something to behold. We've all seen this type of thing on television but to have it live and close to the shore has much greater visual impact than any television show

The Lifeboat crew are based at Buckie and the RAF crew are based at Lossiemouth

click here for more information on Gala Day

Please remember this display is dependant on the weather and operational requirements

Dog Agility Display

Everyone like to see the dogs

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Hope you can make it to see the dogs on Gala day

25th July at Portgordon Harbour

There will be so much on offer

click this link for more information

Portgordon Gala Day Sunday 25th July

Car Boot Sale (and a great day out)

If you haven't done a car boot sale before then this is your opportunity. Get rid of stuff that's been lying around for years (that doesn't include family members by the way) and make some serious cash. There should be a great atmosphere and a good crowd

click this link to see what's on

Charity Raft Race at Portgordon on Gala Day

Charity Raft Race on Gala Day 25th July 2010

Win £100 for your favourite Charity

This year, for the first time, the Harbour Group has decided to make the annual Raft Race beneficial to others perhaps less fortunate than those taking part. The organisers will donate £100 to a registered charity nominated by the Raft Race winning team. Also, with charities in mind, the Group is encouraging all entrants to obtain sponsorship for their chosen charity. So what are you waiting for, come along and have a great day and help others in the process. It is not a requirement that you obtain sponsorship for any charity - feel free to do as you wish.

Can you build a raft? Can you provide a crew?

The rules and entry form are on the main website - here are links

Raft Race Rules

Raft Race Entry Form

back to the main website

A Tiger Moth is coming to Gala Day

Tiger Moth

picture courtesy of Andy Walker

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After two years of trying we are very hopeful the Tiger Moth will be able to do a fly-past. Serviceability and poor weather have combined to prevent it happening previously but this year we are due a decent day - Let's hope so anyway for this aircraft is unique and in it's day was at the forefront of aviation technology - some would say it still is!

Click here to go to our website for more information on Gala Day

 

Please be advised the appearence of this aircraft is subject to servicability and weather conditions on the day

Portgordon Harbour is now on Facebook

Please take a look at the Facebook page featuring the harbour. It's in it's infancy and there is a lot more to build. It's a start though. There's a link at the side for you to use.

Stanley Steamer

picture courtesy of Peter Charlesworth

The fantastic Stanley Steamer will be making an appearence once again. This was very popular at last years Gala and attracted a lot of attention. It is quite simply "an engineering marvel"

Gala Day 2010

Portgordon Raft Race & Gala Day Sunday 25th July commencing 12noon till 5.00pm

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Above is the proposed layout 

Plans are afoot to include the following:

• 
  
  Raft Race
• 
  
  Children's Fancy Dress
• 
  
  Dog Agility Display
• 
  
  Music for all tastes
• 
  
  Classic cars & Motorcycles
• 
  
  Bikes from the past display
• 
  
  RAF Search & Rescue/Buckie Lifeboat combined exercise
• 
  
  Belly Dancers
• 
  
  and much more

In due course a page will be placed on the main website to give a better idea of what's on  during the day

The above list is intended as a guide only