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The Webbington Hotel

K.A.RT RALLY 2008...

The Chapter's Foundation Rally is being held between 13-15th June 2008 at the Webbington Hotel, Loxton, Somerset 

England XIV welcomes you to the West Country of England, and more specifically to "Avalon" the legendry home of King Arthur. Loxton is situated very close to the mystical town of Glastonbury and it's famous Tor. More about this later.

The Webbington is a 3 Star Best Western Hotel and comes with all the qualities and features that you would expect, friendly staff, excellent food, rooms and facilities. Guests have free use of the hotel indoor heated swimming pools, the adjoining sun lounge, a fully equipped gymnasium, or relax in a comfortable steam room, or sauna. The hotel is undergoing building work to improve guest facilities and this should be completed by February 2008. The refurbishment means that the glass roof to the indoor pool has been replaced by a brand new sun terrace above the pool. Enjoy your evening drinks in the sun whilst soaking up the views across the Somerset Levels towards Brent Knoll and Weston-super-Mare.

This area of Somerset is rich in both history and views having places to visit so close to the hotel. Within 30 minutes of the Webbington you can see the following, all you have to do is click on the names to see the website.

Avalon: The Isle of Avalon includes the town of Glastonbury and Glastonbury Tor
Axbridge:
- a medieval town with King John's Hunting Lodge in the Square

Bath: The Roman City of Aqua Sulis and in latter days, a magnificant Georgian City
Bristol: Historically, one of the major sea ports of England made famous by the engineer Isambard Kingdon Brunel with spectacles such as the Clifton Suspension Bridge and the first ever iron steam ship, the SS Great Britain. In later years, the supersonic aircraft "Concord" was partially made here and "Wallace & Gromit" fans may know that Aardman Animations is based in this City.
Cheddar: This ancient village with it's famous Gorge, caves and views. See cheddar cheese being made with all different tastes ansd sample local somerset cider.
Wells: The Cathedral City of Wells was recently made famous in the comedy film"Hot Fuzz". The magnificant west face of the cathedral is a sight to behold and then step next door to the Bishops Palace with it's Moat before going into the Market Place with its coaching Inn's.
Weston-super-Mare: This is an original Victorian Sea Side complete with tea stalls, donkeys and 2 miles of beach. It is also unique having two piers.

The programme for the weekend is:

Friday 13th June: PM Arrival, Registration then meet up with old and new friends. Dinner. We will also be having fun to raise funds for our 3 charities - UK COPS, NABD and Support Dogs. We hope to have representatives from our Chrities at this event.
Saturday 14th June: Following breakfast there will be a choice. Firstly you can join in on our ride outs which depend on numbers. There will be one to take in the views of Cheddar, Wells, Glastonbury and the Somerset Levels with a stop at a traditional Somerset Cider Farm. Secondly, numbers permitting, we will run another ride to take in the Cities of Bath with its Georgian architecture and Bristol with the historical docks and Clifton Suspension Bridge. You can of course, spend the day exploring by yourselves, with a little advice from us, if you wish. Then after returning to the hotel, we have our official dinner followed by LIVE MUSIC from a tremendous local rock tribute band "The JD Experience" which will allow you to get down and boogie the night away.
Sunday 15th June: Breakfast will be taken and then it will be time to say our farewells, until the next time we meet.

The cost of the Rally is only £110 per person, so sign up now for the King Arthurs Round Table Rally 2008!.

Besides the Booking Form, we have added links to websites from the area which you may find useful and interesting whether attending or not. You can email us if you would like more information ar assistance at our dedicated mailbox kart@bkengland14.org.uk

We do look forward to welcoming you to Somerset!

John Cooke
Chapter President

                 Rally Booking Form          Webbington Hotel Website           

Indoor Swimming Pool
Gym with a view
Wells Cathedral
Glastonbury Tor
Pub Made Famous in the movie "Hot Fuzz"
Clifton Suspension Bridge

UK Cops
NABD
Support Dogs