Astor
of Hever's final big bash 31st July 2005 For many Astor young farmers, the farm's "final big bash" would be the last time they stepped foot in the farm before the keys were handed over. The party was both a happy and sad event, but a night I will always remember.
The evening was kicked off to a good start when some of the local community, ex-members and other young farmers clubs joined Astor young farmers for a BBQ. There was also many things to look at, including photos spanning the last thirty years, and a video of last year's Kent County Show.
"There was everything from top food and drink, to music to football" exclaimed Astor of Hever YFC member, Adam.
Next on the agenda was the auction. There was a wide range of things you could bid for, old signs and watches, and even the club's old "stockmans cup" All the money raised was getting sent to foreign countries to buy cattle for farmers living in poverty. These cattle could then be bred and sold, helping those poor farmers work their way out of poverty, as well as provide food to those in need.
This was followed by the giving out of certificates and presants for Chris and Mr Eade. This proved to be a very amusing time. The twins "Tom and Ollie" were awarded cetificates for confusing the most people, and Clive Hall was recognised as the farm's "computer geek of the year"!
The evening was then finished off by photos and football, well, football / rugby on the field. By this time it was pitch black! Everyone ended up bundling Chris in the dark, and Nia and Hannah both had a great time getting Chris back for all the times he teased them over the years!
As the main events of evening came to a close, some young farmers went home to a cosy warm bed whilst others partied on for a bit longer.
Thank you to everyone who made this evening possible, I don't think any of us will ever forget it.
The
club chairperson, Hannah Rubbie-Todd, thanks all those who attended the event
and showed their support for the farm over recent months, as well as on the night
of the bash.
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