The Queen's Pier Story .. .. ..

Our latest Open Day was held in brilliant weather and over 3000 supporters took advantage of the day to walk on "their" Pier. MHKs and MLCs were noted in the crowd and even H.E. the Lt. Governor paid a Private visit. Sales of Balloons was brisk with just short of 500 entries in the Race.

They were launched by Home Office Minister, and strong Supporter of the Pier, Hon. Allan Bell after a rousing and impassioned speech of welcome to our visitors.

From returns to date the Balloons have spread our message over to Northern England and your committee will decide the eventual winner at their forthcoming Meeting.

In addition to the monetary prize(s) for the longest distance, it has also been agreed that ALL those returning a ticket will get one years membership of the "Friends". Special mention must be made of the substantial donation from the Ladies of Cummal Mooar who sold Strawberry Teas during the Afternoon.

Our thanks to Peter Killey for the above photographs