Leyland Society Gathering 2006
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The 2006 Event
This years Gathering, as in previous years, was held at Leyland on
July 9th. The theme for this event was a celebration of 50 years of the
Atlantean Double Decker.
With things well under way by mid morning, a
glance around the area gave all the indications that the Gathering would
be the success that we all hoped for, this, despite the rather unwelcome
rain showers.
The area where the buses were parked resembled a busy city
terminus such were the numbers of double deckers lined up, Atlanteans
very much in evidence.
Sadly, Dave Moores was unable to bring his 1937
Tiger TS7, an ex Crosville single decker, due to engine and distance
problems.
As usual, a great variety of lorries were there, including some that had
not been to previous events. One that caught my eye was the 1935 Cub
SKZ, owned by Derek Lowther.
The Pyatt Brothers can always be relied
upon to bring an interesting exhibit or two along, and this year they
bought their 1954 BRS Octopus, and the 1935 Hippo.
As in previous years, there was once again a good mix and variety of
vehicles attending so there was plenty to interest, both the enthusiast
and the general public.
The show could not take place without our team of volunteer Marshallers
who did an excellent job. Thanks are also due to the Ribble Vehicle
Preservation Trust who provided a service to and from the Museum and
also an "office" for us, "The Leyland Society."
All in all, a great Gathering. If you missed it this year we hope to see you at future events.
There are a number of Society "Eighth Annual Gathering" souvenir programs still available
from the Gathering which are available for sale at £1.30
Anyone interested should contact David Bishop.
