On the 6th July 2010 John Horsfall 'organised' a visit to Laxton, a village which still operates the Medieval 3 field system, in fact most of the Lions on the trailer looked like peasants or villeins. It certainly took all of the tractors power to tow us along.
Are we sitting comfortably? Who checked the health and safety? No seat belts, side rails or sick bags.
Caught in the act! Never missing a chance for a free meal although Mike needed ladders to reach the tasty cherries.
It was interesting - honest! We visited the classic motte and bailey castle, saw rare orchids in the protected meadow and had the whole concept of 3 field system explained to us. All described by the local farmer whose name I've forgotten ( could J.H. let me know). Tony Key looks very dubious though.The views from the castle were suberb well worth a revisit.
It couldn't have been a better evening to wander through the fields, trying to spot rare flowers and ancient relics (it's too easy to make a comment at this point)
And off we go, Sheila and Paul want to sit at the back of the bus, Mike thinks he's the conductor and Tony's just picking his nose. 
The end of a great evening finished off with a compulsory pint in the local 'Dovecote' pub. We might even let John organise something else.
Nearly 80 people attended and enjoyed the evening. Already booked the Saracens Head again for next year.
I think Ann has heard Mike's story before! Paul acted as Master of Ceremonies and is keeping a firm hold of his gavel.
Deputy District Governor, Robin Duke, addressed the Lions and seemed to enjoy his evening despite sitting next to Graham C. for most of the night.
Great to see so many youngsters playing, apparently there are usually 4 or 5 more but they were performing elsewhere.
Anne, Mike, Ian and Margaret doing a 'left hand star' - such good movers!!
Not sure that this was part of the dance - just seemed a good idea at the time.
Have you noticed that Anne seems to get into every picture? Have a feeling that Sheila is taking the lead and dragging Paul into the right position. 
Barry and Margaret swaying gently but clearly, with his tongue out, having to concentrate very hard.
All awaiting instructions and trying to work out who's couple 1, 2, 3, or 4. They were still like this 5 minutes later - very difficult to get an action shot.
We thought that it was about time all, or at least nearly all, the Lions were brought together in one photo. I think that's Tony's head's in the foreground, obviously being used to reflect the light.Tony J has been dazzled, something has tickled Ian, probably Joe's standing too close and as for the rest? - I just hope that this is not being used as a publicity photo. But wait there's even more.
I'm not sure that this photo needs any comment except to ask what does Tony W. thinks he's doing? Must believe he's still in Iceland.
There they are - one small and perfectly formed meaty product and two aged vessels full of alcohol - the haggis and whisky also look pretty good.
As usual the ladies are in charge of the money - Ros, Anne and Sheila are waiting for custom although is that Anne yawning? Looks like Graham's told her one of his jokes.
How much action can you get in one picture? Joe and David getting a sweat on returning dice, Graham controlling the race track and Brian in the left corner taking not a blind bit of notice.
A good turn out on the night, over 140 making well over a £1000 for local charities and Haiti - well worth all the effort.
