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MG Car Club of South Australia MID WEEK LUNCH RUN NEWS From ..Diane Holmes Thursday 9 November, 2017. W hat a really great day when we returned to Paech Farm at Wis- tow. The day began when we met at the Crafers Hotel for coffee and in 2015 when a major restoration took place in this establishment with stunning results it would have been the ideal time to in- clude an acoustic ceiling. However, out- side a very attractive area has been cre- ated, which would suit our chatty group when we are meeting in the warmer months. Let’s try that out in the future, There was a great collection of MGs this month to take advantage of the good weather when we drove through the hills travelling via Greeenhill Road through to Balhannah onto Littlehampton & Mt. Barker. Bev & Steve were there to meet us – they are the dedicated caretakers of this property & coordinated the pro- ceedings starting with a generous lunch of delicious salads to accompany the barbecue. We were seated very com- fortably in the large shed with exhibits lining the walls – there is a limit of 44 so unfortunately we couldn’t accept a dozen of our bookings. bilia has increased as they have opened up more rooms to showcase their family collection, which is kept in immaculate condition This is a such a tribute to Bev & Steve and a priceless opportunity for us to visit a bygone era at a leisurely pace. To finish they provided a wonder- ful array of treats for afternoon tea, which was appreciated by all. Next year we will be meeting FOR LUNCH ONLY on 11 January, 2018 at the Torrens Arms Hotel 95 Belair Road, Kingswood at 12.30pm. The mid week lunch runs will resume on 8 February, 2018. Please remember to book if you would like to come as we need to confirm numbers for the ven- ues. Diane & David Holmes email [email protected] or phone 8336 4557. After lunch we strolled around the gar- den & the property - lingered in the homestead where the range of memora- Morning tea, wow !!! 20