Eighty five members and guests attended the 75th Anniversary at the Chilton Lodge hotel.
Chairman Bob Smith welcomed everyone and asked for a moments silence in memory of Tommy Thompson who died ealier in the year. This was followed by a very entertaining talk by guest speaker, Mike Smith from Eurosport, who related some of his experiences commentating on cycling events.
Peter Marshall then paid a tribute to Tommy Rennoldson, club secretary during the 1960's. Tom was a leading figure in north east cycling and worked tirelessly for the benefit of the club and it's members.
Prize presentation followed, with awards going to Peter Tuckwell (Vets BAR,100, 9m series vet), Jon Mawson ( 9m series), Andy MaCrae( Hill Climb), Martin Gibson (10,25,50) and Joe Applegarth (Brian Ferry award).
A special presentation followed when Mike Smith presented President Albert Wheeler with a certificate to commemorate the fact that he was president on the 75th anniversary and the only known surviving founder member of the club.

Another feature of the evening was a display of photographs and bikes/trikes arranged by Knoel Knox.
Thanks also goes to secretary John Coulson for organising the dinner and Harry Brown for arranging guest speaker Mike Smith.

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