Steve Hill's funeral on 28th December

To all scooterists who wish to pay their respect to a fellow scooterist Steve Hill who sadly past away earlier this month, the funeral will take place on the 28th December at Northop crematorium at 11.00 am. All scooterists can meet in the Whitebear car park from 9.30 ready to ride to the family home at 10.00 where the cars will be leaving for Northop crematorium.

Next Meeting

Our next club night meeting will be on Tuesday 8th January @ Boathouse,Chester, usual time of 8pm. All the best for Christmas and New Year to all,from Dave + Judy.

Northern Soul at the Naval Club, Connah's Quay

Broughton soul night

Broughton wings soul night this Saturday 15th December,bring a gift for soul Santa ,it all starts at 8pm only £4 entry sure to be soulful night

Uni announce their new Lammy 200 engine case

Found these interesting pics on Facebook for the more technically interested members, the engine cases look pretty good to me.

     Pricing & availability

• UNI Crankcase £495 inc VAT
• UNI Mag Flange = £38 inc. VAT
• UNI Crankcase Cover = £88.54 inc VAT

The casings are due to land sometime in mid-January, we’ll keep you posted later…

Contact: AF Rayspeed

Tuesday night meeting ,11th December

Meet up at the Boathouse at 8pm,same as last week.This will be our base for now. If there is to be a change it will be posted on this site.Well done to all club members for last Sundays turnout for the Toy Run . I got a Text from Tracey Pinky in Belfast,she took a tumble on the scooter on an icy road,but seems more concerned with damage to the scooter than herself,She sends her best wishes to all the club members and hopes to come over next year.Thanks Tracey!

Steve Hill R.I.P.

I'm sure all Chester S.C. members will join with me in thanking the family of Steve Hill for sending his gift to the Toy Run on Sunday.Steve who was a member of the Mancot Roadrunners S.C. died last Wednesday ,age 62. He had been intending to come on our Toy Run on Sunday and had bought the toys.His family wrapped them and sent them down .A very kind gesture at a very sad time. Many thanks.

Chester SC Toy Run 2018

A big thanks to the organizers Tracy, Steve and Mark (pictured above), and everybody who turned up and donated presents for the kids. A very good turnout of around 60 scooters who braved some heavy downpours.

Northern soul night

To let everyone know there is soul night this Saturday the 8th of December at the saltney tavern, chris king is major guest dj it all starts at 6.30 through to 12 .30 am

Chester SC Toy Run - Sun 9th Dec

Yes, it's this Sunday folks. 

Can club members make their way to the Egerton Arms for 11am, or as soon as possible thereafter.

Tuesday Meet 4th December.

We decided last tuesday not to bother meeting up at Clubbies while the pub isn't open but to go direct to the Boathouse for 8pm .for anyone parking cars in the Boathouse car park will need two one pound coins for the meter,the ticket is refundable at the bar with a drink. Scooter parking is free .We will keep an eye on Clubbies for now.

Toy Run Meeting with 20th Legion Tonight.Monday,3/12/18

Steve Coaty has asked us to attend a meeting at the Egerton Arms,Saughall,tonight,to meet up with 20th Legion S.C. to arrange the details for Sundays Toy Run to the hospital.Anyone from our club is welcome to come.Meet at 7.15 at the Egerton Arms (on Blacon to Saughall Road)

Chester SC Toy Run - Sun 9th Dec

Not long now - time to get your thermals out of the wardrobe...

Lambretta in the kitchen song

I don't know if anyone has seen this before, but it made me chuckle. Put your sound on and make it full screen - enjoy.

Graham's next project

Look what Father Christmas dropped off for me !

NWBA Scooter Dates for 2019

This is the calendar just released by Dave Durnall for NWBA and other scooter events for 2019

Tuesday night meeting 20th November.

Meet at Clubbies carpark between 8 and 8.30pm .Venue for the evening to then be decided.

Tuesday night meeting Nov.13th.

As previous weeks meet at Clubbies car park between 8 and 8.30 pm .This week we are going to try the Centurion pub,1 Oldfield Drive,Vicars Cross,Chester,CH3 5LN..

Chester Scooter Club Christmas Toy Run 2018

Soul night at Saltney tavern

Soul night this Saturday the 10th of November at the Saltney tavern 7.30 pm until 12.30 am playing northern soul and rare Motown all on lovely vinyl,,,,

Club Meeting ,Tuesday November 6th

Meet at Clubbies car park as usual,between 8pm and 8.30pm.If Clubbies isn't open then we are going to the Bear's Paw,Dicksons Drive.

NW+BA A.G.M ,Sunday 18th November.

Two volunteers from our club are needed to represent us at the A.G.M  at Flintshire Scooter Club on Sunday, 18th November. The administration of the Alliance is being taken on by Coaty and Dave Durnell .It is important for our club to be represented especially if we are cancelling our Christmas Toy Run this year.I can't make it this year due to surgery on the 16th November .The meeting usually lasts a couple of hours .Only two Representatives from each club are allowed in the meeting. If you can do it use the comments box or ring me.Meeting starts at 11.30. Dave.

Soul night wings club

Just to let members know this Saturday 27th October ,major northern soul DJ  Chris King is guest at the broughton wings club only £5 on door,,see you all there!!!!

Tonights meeting 23rd October.

Meet at Clubbies to leave for Boathouse at 8.30

Ritchie Roberts,standing down

Ritchie Roberts is standing down as chairman of the North Wales and Borders Alliance. Anyone wanting to know the reasons for this should access the N.W.B.A.page on Facebook. Without his leadership the Alliance will probably collapse.
The hardest hit will be the club riders who only do local day events,as there is no communication between clubs,so no one is going to turn up !
As we have lost our permanent home base(again!)we need to keep our meetings going on Tuesday nights through the winter,otherwise our club will fragment.No one will think any the worse of you if you come by car during the winter months ! While this situation exists I think Toy Run and Egg Run need to be discused and possibly cancelled for now.
We will organise club pub rides for next year Thursdays and Sundays, as before, as there is no point having a scooter if you don't get out on it !
Lots to think about ! Dave.

Rideout to North Clwyd Animal Rescue - Sunday 14th October

No meet at Clubbies, just head straight to Flintshire SC Clubhouse

Clubbies shut !! ?

Graham Lloyd tells me that Clubbies was closed when he passed yesterday evening. It may have been a one off,but to play safe we will go for "plan B ",meet at Clubbies at 8pm to leave at 8.30 for the Boathouse.For those in cars there is pay and display in the Boathouse car park,or an alternative is park in Dee Lane and walk round.Dave.

Clubbies Open

The Grosvenor Arms ,Handbridge,has re-opened.We met there last night with a view to going on to the Boathouse,only to find the pub open for business,so for the forseeable future we will be meeting up there as usual.

Lancashire Alliance Southport Rideout - this Sunday

Any club member wanting to go to this meet at Starbucks cafe at Eastham,by the junction of the A41 and M53 .(where we always meet for the Isle of Man trip) .Be ready to leave Starbucks at 10.30.We can't use Clubbies as the road outside the pub is closed for the Marathon Run.

Tracey leaving us

Tracey is moving from Chester to Belfast on a permanent basis this Friday,so can't make the Tuesday night meetings .We will forgive her !
I'm sure the club members will want to join with Judy and I to wish her all the best in her new life across the Irish sea and hope to see her again on her scooter when she comes over.

All the best Tracey from all at Chester Scooter Club !

The search for a new base continues....

Due to the loss of our "home" at Clubbies we need to check out a few pubs as a possible base for the club.This coming Tuesday,2nd of October, meet on Clubbies car park at 8pm.At 8.30 sharp ,we will go to the Boathouse and check it out. Dave.

Clubbies closing down

Once again our favourite scooter base in Chester is closing down,due to a lack of trade.The pub will shut on Saturday,22nd of September. Our next meeting is Tuesday,25th of September .We intend to go to Hickory's down by the river.Meet at Clubbies at 8pm as usual. At 8.30 we will go to Hickory's.If we are not welcome we will go along to the Boathouse..

Rhyl weekender Saturday run

Members looking to ride to Rhyl (robin hood) this Saturday 15th September ,plan is to meet at macdonalds Flint for 11.00am,leaving shortly after to "sunny Rhyl",,,Bernie

Sad news to report former LCGB chairman Kev Walsh has sadly passed away earlier on today,bernie

Rhyl Weekender - 14/15th September

Anyone who fancies a ride to Rhyl on Saturday meet at McDonald's in Flint at 11am.

Charity Soul and Motown night in aid of Countess of Chester Hospital at the Saltney Tavern, Sat 8th Sep

Dabbers SC - Smell the 2 Stroke 10

Meet at Clubbies at 11am for a departure shortly after

For those of us not posing in the IOW this weekend

Meet at Clubbies (Grosvenor Arms) at 10.45 for an 11ish departure to Tarvin Sands

After the discussion at last night's meeting...

Coming up

Northern Soul at Deeside Navy Club

Muttley's All Or Ruthin Weekender

Breeze Thru The Trees

Salford Knights SC - Rally on Regardless 3rd to 5th Aug

A few of us are having a run to the Salford Knights rally at Tattenhall on Saturday afternoon - meet at clubbies at 12 noon

Rideout this Thursday, August 2nd .

After overnight rain clears,we should be in for a good day on Thursday,so any member who fancies a ride,meet at Clubbies to leave at 11am.Llangollen is the destination , if time permits,a trip over the hills to Llanarmon D.C.  Re-fuel in Llangollen if reqd.

Rideout this Thursday,26th July

Any club member interested in a ride tomorrow,meet at Clubbies at 11am .Graham Lloyd is leading in the direction of Delamere with at least one pub stop planned.Weather forecast is for hot dry and sunny,so just right for a ride !

NW&BA rideout to river dee - Sun 22nd July

No arranged meet at Clubbies, just head to McDonalds in Flint

Bears Paw Frodsham - Tuesday night

From the NW&BA facebook page:
Hi All, this tuesday 17th there is a scooter gathering at the Bears Paw pub in Frodsham. Clubs arriving approx 8pm.

Suggest we meet at Clubbies at 7.15 for a 7.30 departure.

Shrewsbury Severnside Lions Fun Day - Sunday 8th July

Meet at Clubbies at 10am for a 10:15 departure

The Grosvenor Arms

We turned up for our Tuesday meet up as usual,to find the pub shut.We waited for a half hour to give members time to arrive,then went down to The Boathouse. Until we find out the situation at Clubbies we will continue to meet in the car park at 8pm and then decide where we will go from there.Any pub with a good parking area ,in Chester,is a consideration.Keep an eye on these Blog posts for updates
UPDATE 28/6/18.Read Bernies post/comment.Andy W has had the same info from Punch Taverns so things are looking good!

Events coming up

Isle of Man weekend Rally

Meet up at Starbucks cafe on the A41/M53  junction at 9am, this Friday,June 22nd .Rally passes will be available, to those who booked them,on arrival at accomodation .Fingers crossed for a calm crossing!Parking will probably be on the road so a scooter cover and lock is not a bad idea.

Storm the Fort - Sunday 17th June

Cloud 9 Storm the Fort on Sunday 17th June.

Meet at Clubbies at 11am for departure shortly after.

Broughton Wings Soul Night - Sat 9th June

Broughton Wings Soul Club present on Saturday June 9th the 18th Anniversary & Charity Night Special.

The longest running Soul Night in Wales comes of age with it's 18th Anniversary, Plus the chosen Charity  for this year is Cancer Research. A well deserving charity I am sure you will agree.

So put your dancing shoes on and come and give the night your support. . A fantastic venue with great drinks prices. Only £5 on the door with the proceeds being donated to Cancer Research.

With Kev Jones and Guests Mr. Steve Thomas and Ian & Geoff.

With music across the board you are guaranteed a great night of soul.

Thursday Rideout,May 31st

As the weather forecast is fair,Andy W has planned a ride to Bala for tomorrow,31st of May.Initial meet up is at Rowey's at Alltami,then to second meet up at Bridge Inn Pontblyddyn for 11am start.Route via Llandegla,Rhyg,Corwen ,south side of Bala Lake,Pub stop for lunch.

Wrexham Scooter Club - Llangollen Ride Out, Sunday 3rd June

Meet at Clubbies at 11:30 for an 11:45(ish) departure

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Jesters Scooter Club Scooterfest - Sunday 20th May

Scooterfest at Leek this Sunday.

Meet at Clubbies at 09:30 for a departure of 09:40 ish.

Queens Park Scooter Club ,Wrexham Rideout.Sunday May 13th

Q.P.S.C. are holding their open day this coming Sunday. Any club members wanting to go should go to Clubbies ready for an 11.30 departure for the short ride to The Turf pub,next to Wrexham Football ground .The rideout leaves at 1pm ,ending up at the Kings Mill pub (,just off the Marchwiel road).

Club Rideout,Sunday 6th of May

As its Bank Holiday weekend and the only rally is Tenby,we thought a rideout localy would be an idea.Meet up at Roweys house at 10.30.We will go via Denbigh to Llanfair T.H. for a coffee stop at The Bridge Inn ,on to Llanwrst ,refuel,and cross the river to Trefriw and lunch at The Ship Inn. Up to Conway and back via the back roads through  Betwys-yn Rhos to St Asaph ,calling at The Fox for a break before returning to Mold .Weather is forecast to be ok,so bring your waterproofs !

Into the Valley ride out this Sunday April 22nd

North Wales Nomads are running their ever popular ride again this year to Betwys -y-Coed .Meet up is at the Whistle Stop Cafe at Rhuddlan at 12 noon to leave at 1pm.Local meet up for those coming from Chester would be Clubbies about 10.45 ,but this can be discused at tonights club meeting and altered if required .Watch this post for alterations.No body expressed any interest in meeting at Clubbies so first meet up for us is 11.30 at the Halfway House pub on the A5026 at Carmel/Holywell

Ride Out this Thursday,19th April.

Weather permitting we should be able to do a club ride on Thursday,possibly down to Conway .Watch this post for update on times and meet ups after tonights club meeting.Meet up on Thursday morning at 10.30 am at the Halfway House pub at Carmel/Holywell on the A5026 .Ride to Conway to see "The Olympic Torch "

Sleap Rideout,this Saturday,14th April

Any club member wanting to go on this should meet at Clubbies on Saturday ready for an 11.30  departure. The ride from Chester is appx.an hour to Sleap Airfield,Wem,Shropshire.
Sleap are holding a "CLASSICS DAY" ,to include classic aircraft,cars,bikes and scooters.The cafe in the tower will be open as usual and the Wreckology Museum as well.
Weather forecast is to be dry,mild,14c ,with light cloud,so if forecast doesnt chang,it should be ok.
The number of classic aircraft attending will depend on the height of the cloudbase on the day.There is no charge to attend.

NWBA Storm the Orme - Sun 8th April

The rearranged NWBA Storm the Orme Ride Out is this Sunday. Meet at Clubbies at 10:30, or head straight to McDonalds Flint.

Egg Run photos and video

Thanks to everyone who came to the Egg Run on Sunday. A great turnout, a great day, and even great weather. Special thanks to the Grosvenor Arms for the pre ride out tea, coffee and butties, and the post ride out buffet.

Chester Scooter Club Egg Run 2018

This Sunday (March 25th) - come and support this North Wales & Borders Alliance event. Even the weather forecast is good, especially compared to recent weeks!

Northern Aces Pre-season Do - Sat 10th March

NWBA St Davids Day Rideout Cancelled

From the NWBA facebook:

Due to the continued bad weather and predicted adverse weather forecast, I'm sorry to say Sundays St Davids day ride out to Llandudno is canceled. It is now rescheduled for Sunday 8th April 2018

Coming soon...

Chester Scooter Club Easter Egg Run 2018 - Sunday 25th March

No meet at Clubbies, just head for McDonalds in Flint - current forecast is for a lovely warm sunny day, but this is subject to change...

Cloud 9 visit

Dave from Cloud 9 S.C. Birkenhead has been in touch.They are planning to call on us at Clubbies next Tuesday night,6th March,so anyone who can turn up please do,don't worry about being on a scooter or not !

Soul Night in Northwich on July 14th - Anyone Interested ?

Saw this advertised through the Northwich Omega S.C. as they are getting a table together for their club. Just wondered if anyone is interested in this event and we could get a bunch of tickets ordered. It looks like it will be set out in a cabaret style with a dancing area.

I will be coming down to Clubbies tomorrow night, so we could discuss it then.

Gary Clarke's SX 200 For Sale

Saw Gary's old SX for sale on Facebook if anyone's got the cash !! I guess Roy is selling his scooters off.
Scroll up on the link.

Facebook link

Almost time to blow off the cobwebs

Northern Aces pre season do,10th March

Northern Aces pre season do is being held on Saturday,10th of March, at The Naval Club ,Chapel St, Connahs Quay. Doors open from 7.30 til 1am . Its £5 on the door

North Wales & Borders Alliance 2018 events list

2018
February
Saturday 10th February – Cloud 9 Valentine do
March
Sunday 4th March – Storm the Orme (NWBA Clubs)
Saturday 10th March – Northern Aces SC Pre-season do
Sunday 25th March – Chester SC annual egg run
April
Sunday 22nd April – North Wales Nomads SC/Flintshire SC. Into the Valley 12

May
Sunday 13th May – Queens Park SC Open Day
June
Sunday 3rd June – Wrexham SC Llangollen ride out
15-17 June – Cloud 9 Storm the fort weekender
July
Sunday 15th July – Liverpool Lost Boys SC Sefton Park
Sunday 22nd July – River Dee ride out (NWBA)
August
11-12 August – Liverpool SC Overnight bash
17-19 August – Mutley’s SC All or Ruthin weekender
Sunday 26th August – Northwich Omega SC Breeze through the trees
October
Sunday 14th October – Mutley’s SC/Flintshire SC Roobard N Custard ride out