HOLIDAY 2008

HOLIDAY 2008, took with us 38 people, mainly from Ashford, to enjoy the beautiful South Devon countryside, and staying in Torquay at the Red House Hotel. We were pleased this year to be able to share with more than the last few years, and therefore required more space and a full coach to be able to accomdate everyone. Three day outings were included to the Eden Project, Exeter and a coach trip on Dartmoor, including stops at Totnes and Buckfast Abbey. For many the visit to Buckfast Abbey was their highlight, and being able to enjoy the peace and beauty of this place a great inspiration. On free days people travelled to various places, including Bygones, Teignmouth, Brixham, Paignton Zoo and Babbacombe model village. The hotel food was amazing, and the facilities including swimming pools, games room, gym and jacuzzi, enjoyed by many too - including the beauty treatment. It was special as always, to see people of all ages coming together and spending time together. A devotional booklet, entitled TRUTH - and nothing but, was prepared by the senior leaders, and used by many which helped people have some spiritual input into the week. On the Sunday the majority of the party worshipped at Torquay Salvation Army and received a warm welcome. Some were even invited to sing in the songsters! Many returned valuing this time. We are grateful to all those who brought so much to the week and helped support each other and be there to enjoy time together.