And what a Summer we have had in September. “At last”, I hear you cry – but better late than never!

On Thursday, 7th September, the Probus Club of Horsham Arun held its annual BBQ at the White Horse in Maplehurst. Forty members, partners and guests sat down to a fantastic feast prepared by Simon, our landlord, and his helpers.

Sausages, steaks, kebabs, salads, sauces, garlic bread – and the list goes on – all followed by puds, with home-made Banoffi Pie being the star of the show. And if one was still hungry, there was a selection of fine cheeses and biscuits – just to fill any remaining corners.

All this was complemented by a wonderful selection of beers, wines and soft drinks from the White Horse cellar. This year, Simon is stocking a very wide range of alcohol free beers specially selected for the 'discerning drivers'.

It was an enjoyable opportunity for us all to get together – and it acted as a 'first time' for some of the Club's newer members and their partners and it was an opportunity to welcome guests of members – again as 'first timers'.

All in all, the event lived up to its high social and gastronomic reputation thanks to Simon and his band of helpers. It is destined to stay on the list of 'must do' annual events for the Club.