The Horseshoe Willaston
 

We were planned to go to the 1000 engine rally today but when we woke up to see the back garden under water, we gave it a miss. We went instead to the 'Car Show' gathering at the Horseshoe in Willaston. A few engines turned up and it was one of those days where you could walk around the engines and talk to people, enjoy the growing sunshine and relax for a few hours.


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Had a great weekend with good company and not a jot of mud in sight!

Superb hospitality from the Horseshoe Landlord and staff and yet again from Sams Boy and family.

A smashing do.

Had a very nice day, it just gose to show that when it comes to the weather so far this year it's down to pot luck, thanks to all involved. :D

:)

Tony, how long did it take to get there , & to the Pie throwing do on your new engine!
As I said somewhere else , I like those tyres Nich put on that engine , look like original strakes with the grip & comfort of rubber.

It's onnly a mile and a half so no time at all - BF kindly let me have a play on Sunday - it does go well

Even after you broke it?

Couldn't be there on the Sunday, but had a lovely run out on the Saturday on Mr Boesing's roller with Vicky and the dog to the 33rd Annual World Worm Charming Championships, then back to the pub for a smashing meal and beers with friends. Shaun, the landlord was a brilliant host.

Thanks to Mark and George again (and Heather for the bacon butties and a shower)!

A few more pic's.



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George, in the second photo it looks like Tony is kissing my backside!
In fact he's checking the fire lol!

Kiss My Arrrrrrtichoke!! ;)

Ah yes i can see it now, i thought he had left his wallet at home (again) and wanted some money for the pub !. :confused:


:)

We started a 'book' taking bets how long it takes Tony to take off all the stars.

I like the idea of firing on Telegraph poles and if they wont fit through the fire door to put them in the other end.... :D

He's new to this engine lark !.

:)

The last bloke I saw fire on telegraph poles didnt get up the bank in Woore

I'm not keen on stars!!!

That said, they seem to suit her. (and Mrs BF needs something to do!!) ;)

Mmmm, thanks for that Mr, well someone has to do the polishing we will wait all day for you to do it!!

Anyway, more photos of the day

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