CONISTON Cold Young Farmers Club marked its milestone 90th anniversary with a celebratory dinner dance at Coniston Hotel, supported by both past and present members who shared stories about the club and its long and proud history.
Master of Ceremonies Alastair Walton shared his memories as a past member of the club, while the guest speaker was Ian Close, a past member of Upper Wharfedale Young Farmers, Yorkshire County Chairman and Northern Area Chairman.
A celebration cake was cut by the oldest past member, Sheila Stapleton, and the youngest current member at the dinner, Charlie Kimberley.
There was an excellent PowerPoint presentation showing many photographs over the past years, while a very well supported raffle raised funds for Andy's Man Club, a UK charitable organisation that coordinates weekly peer-to-peer support groups for men in the UK.
It aims to help and improve mental health in men through self-help peer-to-peer interaction.
The annual trophies were presented by the 2024–2026 Presidents, David and Rachael Hargreaves, as follows: Sheila Stapleton Attendance - Girls Lucy K, Boys Charlie K; Junior Girl Katie W, Junior Boy Charlie W, Intermediate Girl Mary T, Overall Girl Katie W, Overall Boy Charlie W.
Joe & Olive Coates under 14 years Trophy - Lucy K and Jacob W; NFU (District & County competitions) - Oliver W; Gordon Beresford Stock Judging Trophy - Charlie W; Ted & Barbara Phillip Progress Trophy - Daisy H.
Coniston Cold YFC originally began life in 1936 as a Calf Club with the following officers: President Mr JR Hindley, Chairman H Shillitto, Secretary E Shillito and Treasurer Mr Robb.
The club meets weekly on a Tuesday, running a varied programme - from stock judging, farm walks and local business visits to craft nights, ice skating and more, all purpose-designed to teach important new skills to the younger generation.
New members are very welcome - for further details contact the Club Secretary Mary on 07932 651066.
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