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The Social Club has been informed by Linden Homes that unless it can be demonstrated that it has appeal to the wider community, it does not intend to renew the social club’s lease beyond March 2011 and consequently this will result in the club’s closure.
Linden Homes have advised that they have carried out consultation and the feedback received from "stakeholders" is that the social club is not regarded in the same importance by the wider community, as it is by its members.
We would like to prove that the social club does provide a facility to the local community and could be developed further to appeal to the wider community. Therefore, your support is appreciated in responding to the comments that can be found by clicking on the above link. Please encourage others to respond too!
A big thank you to both 'Goodness' and 'In Your Honour' for their Showcase Night. We were really impressed by both young bands and their original material. The night started with an acoustic version of the Pretty Reckless's 'Make Me Wanna Die' demonstrating excellent vocals from In Your Honour's lead Jay Parker. When joined by the rest of the band, the audience was treated to a powerful performance that set the tone for what was to come from Goodness. We had high expectations for Goodness and they didn't disappoint. Amazingly mature and poweful vocals from band members and a good range of perfectly performed songs. We wish both bands well for their future and thank them for coming to the Social Club.
Thanks also to our good friends at the Journal for the publicity and a big thank you to the Somerset Guardian too.
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SOMERSET GUARDIAN & THE JOURNAL PRINT LETTER REGARDING OUR FUTURE
CLUB'S DOORS ARE STILL OPEN, SO LET US ENHANCE, NOT DESTROY IT
I am writing in response to the article "MP gives Prattens club support over revamp plans". Firstly, I would like to say how pleased I am for the Prattens Club. They are an excellent community amenity. However, I draw issue with the article over its reporting of Mardons Club. As a trustee of the Mardons Club I have a responsibility to point out that its closure is far from the fait accompli the article made out.
Some monies from the development of the Alcan Mardon factory site had been promised to the Mardon social club by the house builders in the early planning stages to improve the facilities. Indeed the club was to form part of a wider social amenity for community groups for the new housing that is to be built.
The club is still fighting this decision and challenges any threat to its closure. It must be remembered that in 1978 the club was given to the workers by the factory owners as a social facility. It is on the premise that the trustees of the club along with the management committee are determined to keep the facility open. The club belongs to the people of our town.
The club remains the focus of many activities for the town community as well as supporting the activities of the families of the factory workers. As the chairman of the Mardons Pensioners' Association, which represents more than 100 retired factory workers from the site, the club is pivotal to the existence of our organisation.
The club provides a regular social amenity for the pensioners and for many this is a most cherished and valued aspect of what they now do, providing a life-blood of vitality. Mardons Club has also been approached by other potential users within the town and as such is drawing up a community business plan.
The club is a real resource for families and the community, so, with a growing town and more new houses, please let us enhance the club not destroy it.
Jacob Rees-Mogg, as our MP, I ask that you support our campaign to remain open and to support our town's social facilities by challenging the actions of these developers. While remaining apolitical as Jacob's predecessor Dan Norris was a huge support for us and helped get us to the negotiating table. I ask kindly that our new MP now picks up the baton for us.
In the meantime, the doors of Mardons Club remain open.
KEITH BALL - Mardons Social Club Trustee
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SOMER VALLEY FM BACK THE GOODNESS SHOWCASE
The Goodness have been made BAND OF THE WEEK on the Somer Valley FM Breakfast Show. That means the boys will be live in the studio this Friday morning for an interview and to play one or two acoustic tracks. Listen in and then join us for the full set in the evening!
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GOODNESS & IN YOUR HONOUR SHOWCASE 20th AUGUST
It's the showcase night this Friday, please come along and show some support for the two bands. Here's another taster of Goodness:
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BOGOF - THAT'S BUY ONE GET ONE FREE
This weekend, Friday, 13th – Sunday, 15th August, we're offering a buy one get one free offer on Kronenbourg 1664. With our prices already some of the best in the area this promotion will be hard to beat! This offer is exclusive to members only on production of their current and valid membership card.
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GREAT NEW MEMBERSHIP OFFER - JOIN NOW AND RECEIVE DRINKS VOUCHERS
Always looking at what we can do for our regulars, we are now able to offer a great new incentive for anyone joining the social club as a member. When you apply for or renew your membership and pay your £5, we'll give you 5 x £1 drinks vouchers to spend at the club's bar - Essentially we're making the club as accessible as possible and making membership virtually free!
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PAULTON CONCERT BAND ARE LOOKING FOR MEW MEMBERS
Paulton Concert Band performed a spectacular concert at the club on Friday, 23rd July. The band are grateful to the social club for allowing them to use their premises. The band performed a varied musical extravaganza under the leadership of their Musical director, Richard Soulsby. The repetoire included marches, 'Barnard Castle', 'The Stars and Stripes Forever', 'The Padstow Lifeboat' , 'Men of Harlech and music from the show Oklahoma. The audience was taken on a journey with 'Journey Through America' and 'Edelweiss'. The theme music from the film Braveheart , 'For the love of a Princess' was played and the bands overture was 'Encanto'. Fun pieces were 'Hootenanny' and the theme from the TV show 'Vicar of Dibley' as well as Elvis Presley's 'Can't Help Falling in Love'. Other pieces included 'As Time Goes By' , 'A Special Place and 'A Whiter Shade of Pale'.
The concert concluded with a finale of 'The Fianal Countdown', 'Ashokan Farewell' and a rousing performance of Queen's 'Bohemian Rhapsody' . The evening was a special occasion for the Musical Director, Richard Soulsby, who was celebrating his wedding anniversary and during the band playing 'When You Wish Upon A Star', he presented his wife with a bouquet of flowers. The chairman, Rodney Williams thanked the band and the audience for their support. The concert was the first time since he formed the band 29 years ago that he had not performed as a player - having handed over the responsibility of the percussion to a much younger experienced player. Presentations were made by the chairman to Richard Soulsby, consisting of £100 from The Drummer Boys skittles team for band funds and a conductors baton in a presentation case, in recognition of 15 years service.
The band is in need of new members and would welcome them to band practice on Monday evenings, 7.30 p.m. – 9 p.m. at the Parish Church of Holy Trinity Paulton. For mor information contact Rodney on 01761 415558.
The Social Club would like to thank the Paulton Concert Band for their kind words which can be found on our feedback page - they are much appreciated.
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ANOTHER GREAT NIGHT OUT FROM JOHNY'S DAY OUT!
Friday 16th July saw the return of local lads 'Johny's Day Out' to the Social Club.The previous week they were the 'special guests' at the Midsomer Norton Mardi Gras, after winning the bands competition last year.
Just like last time, they drew in a good crowd of their loyal supporters as well as a lot of locals. The music was as always great and their original songs were some of the highlights of the night. It's easy to tell how much they enjoy performing their own material.
The next SHOWCASE we have booked is going to be a great one. 20th August will bring us the talented 'Goodness' who will play with the impressive 'In Your Hounour' - that's two amazing bands on one exceptional night - and FREE ENTRY -DON'T MISS THEM!
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GOODNESS CONFIRM WHAT IS SET TO BE AN EXCEPTIONAL SHOWCASE NIGHT!
Bristol based 5 piece Goodness will be coming to Mardons Social Club on August 20th for their first appearance at our SHOWCASE NIGHT. With their own brilliant and original material we are sure they will be a huge success. It's free entry so there's no excuse for missing these guys.
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GREAT SHOWCASES BEING LINED UP FOR THE SUMMER
Johny's Day Out will return on July 16th due to popular demand after their packed first appearance in April Read more about Johny's Day Out. On August 6th we are delighted to announce that rising stars Bullit will stop off at the club for their SHOWCASE NIGHT. The talented trio have been rocking top venues in London and gaining US radio play, but will return home for one night and bring with them another excellent trio, Bristol based The Soulvents Read more about Bullit and The Soulvents. As always these SHOWCASE NIGHTS are free to enter and everyone is welcome.
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EARLY OPENING FOR THE ENGLAND MATCH FRIDAY 18th JUNE
Thanks to everyone who came along on Saturday to watch the game and create such a great atmosphere. A special thanks to the bar staff and their helpers for their hard work on a very busy night. In preparation for Friday's game the club will be open from 6 p.m. as always entry is free and everyone is welcome. We are also opening at 2 p.m. for the wednesday afternoon game (23rd).
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WORLD CUP 2010 - ALL ENGLAND MATCHES ON THE BIG SCREEN
As we're sure you're already aware, we will be showing the England matches on the big screen at the club, whenever they are played. This Saturday (12th June) we will be showing the England/USA match in the evening and we'll be having our regular Saturday night barbecue too. Feel free to come along and cheer them on - its fee entry and everyone is welcome!
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plus support from 'Lee Williams & Cash 4 Gold'
'TRUTH' SHOWCASE NIGHT NOW WITH ADDITIONAL BAND!
The past two Fridays have given us some great entertainment, firstly on the 14th, 'Organised Chaos' performed their punk infused rock set and brought in good crowd to cheer them on. The 21st was 'Dr B's' turn, with a selection of excellently performed blues covers - we hope everyone enjoyed the nights and remind you that 'TRUTH' will be performing their Showcase on Friday 4th June.
Our occassional bar person, Claire McLachlan, will be on stage as part of the band 'TRUTH' which play a good range feel good music and rock and roll. With their claims of having exotic dancers, we aren't sure quite what they have in store, but we are looking forward to what promises to be a real party atmosphere. As if that wasn't enough, there's an added bonus in the form of the great band 'LEE WILLIAMS & CASH 4 GOLD' who will also be performing on the night, we are extremely pleased that these two popular local bands are supporting our Showcase Nights and look forward to other local bands coming to perform in the future.
TRUTH was originally formed in the early seventies as a three piece led by then drummer John Williams. There were many changes to the line up, one of the most notable being John leaving the drums and moving to the front. One of the subsequent drummers was Colin now landlord at the Railway Inn, Radstock. The band played rock and blues, both covers and original pieces to packed halls all over the country, until the late seventies when due to other commitments the band went their separate ways. John continued to front for rock and blues bands while his family was rapidly increasing in size, until the mid nineties when he quit to focus on his middle son Lee Williams' musical career.
Jump to 2009 and we find TRUTH reformed with The Happy Endings. Again John is the front man and alongside him are The Happy Endings consisting of John's three youngest daughters Sandy, Claire and Tracey. On bass is his son-in-law Andrew Townhill, on rhythm guitar is John's business partner, Will Jackson, on drums business associate Jamie Noble and on lead guitar is one of Johns oldest friends Dave Rodgers (Dave has played in bands with John since he was 14). Due to prior commitments Dave is unable to play at the SHOWCASE and so Lee Williams of Cash For Gold is standing in. TRUTH still play rock and blues style music with the occasional surprise thrown in. While the musicians are a tight unit, The Happy Endings will ensure they never take themselves too seriously, the result being a show that's unpredictable and at times outrageous.
SKITTLES NIGHT WITH A CIDER PROMOTION ON THE 28TH MAY
On Friday, 28th May we are having a skittles night, running from 8–10.30 p.m.
Come and join us for Mens and womens individual high score as well as pairs with cash prizes. It's only 50p to enter and all monies will be returned in prizes.
If you're a fan of Cider then you might like to come and try our new Symonds Cider. As a promotion Symonds will be giving away a sample of their great new cider. Between 8 and 9 p.m. we are offering a FREE HALF PINT sample to any adult who would like to try it. if you can show your valid and current membership card, then we'll make it a PINT!
The club was very well attended for the Friday night meeting with locals coming along to give their views on the options for the future site development. Whilst the Saturday meeting was less busy, it was still a worthwhile event.
On Friday and Saturday, developers Galliford Try Group held a public consultation regarding the redevelopment of Midsomer Norton's Alcan site. The first meeting took place at the Alcan Mardon Social Club and the following day at the Methodist Church Hall.
The developers were seeking the views of local residents about how it can be developed.
The company has been behind the regeneration of Kingston Mills in Bradford on -Avon, which is a mixed use of development creating employment and housing.
While visiting the exhibition on Saturday a spokeswoman said the land had been earmarked for some housing, but they also wanted to know what other facilities the public would like to see develop on the land.
I was also told that the social club would remain, but it may be re-sited in a new location.
Looking around at the displays, it was evident that more were in favour of improved pedestrian and cycle paths and amenity play space. Only two opted for new housing or small office space.
What would you like to see happen at the site?
The social club would like to thank everyone for showing interest in the meetings and ask that you keep checking the site for further updates.
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JOHNY'S DAY OUT A STORMING SUCCESS
A massive thank you to Johny's Day Out for a wonderful night and an exceptionally great performance. Drummer Alex said "The venue was brilliant, the atmosphere was amazing and everyone looked like they had a good night. We will definately play there again if we get the chance. Thanks to all those who came".Read more about Johny's Day Out and follow the links to their website and myspace page.
NEW PATIO FURNITURE IN PREPARATION FOR A 'BARBECUE SUMMER'
Our great new patio furniture was delivered and set out this week. This sturdy and attractive furniture is a welcome addition to the club and will serve us well if we have a good summer this year. We are also preparing to buy a new barbecue which will be professionally run for us. We look forward to seeing you throughout the coming months.
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JOIN THE SOCIAL CLUB ON OUR NEW MYSPACE PAGE
In an effort to promote the social clubs SHOWCASE NIGHTS we have launched a myspace page. Visit it and check out some of the talented bands we are friends with. Some of you will have seen The Centrefolds at the club, if you missed them you can click through to their page and hear some of their tracks. We are also friends with Johny's Day Out - who are showcasing soon. We'd also like to point out Casino Drive, a great new band, with tracks online and some available for purchase. There are some really talented bands to be found on myspace, start at www.myspace.com/mardonsclub
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YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO OFFER YOUR THOUGHTS ON THE SITE DEVELOPMENT
We'd like to encourage our members and visitors to take an active interest in the future of the development of the Alcan Factory site - please come along to the meeting as mentioned in the press release below, to hear more about plans for the site.
The views of the community are being sought on the regeneration of the factory site, before development options are considered. People are being asked to voice their thoughts at two public meetings that will reveal plans for housing and business development.
The events are being held of Friday, April 23, from 6pm to 8pm at the Social Club, and on Saturday, April 24, from 10am to 3pm in the Methodist Church Hall on High Street. Project manager Andrew Godden said: "We are extremely excited by the opportunities this size of site presents, in terms of economic and environmental regeneration prospects for the area.
"Before we start looking at development options, we recognise that in-depth consultation with nearby residents, community groups and other local stakeholders is crucial. We hope to welcome as many people as possible to these events. Members of our project team will be on hand to answer any questions and, more importantly, listen to any views regarding the future development of this site."
Something else scheduled to take place later this month is the beginning of demolition works on a number of derelict industrial buildings. A series of investigative site surveys have been undertaken to assess a range of environmental and access conditions. The results of these surveys supported the removal of some of the buildings, largely due to concerns surrounding health and safety and general security of the site.
The former industrial buildings have not been used since the closure of Alcan in 2006. Mr Godden said the clearing work would take about six months to complete. Nash Partnership and GL Hearn, from Bath, have been appointed by the Galliford Try Group to lead on development of proposals for the former printing and packaging site. Nash Partnership will be leading on regeneration strategy, urban design, architectural work and stakeholder engagement, with GL Hearn acting as planning agent to coordinate Local Development Framework representations and submission of an application.
The Alcan Mardon Social Club, which is also situated on the 11-acre site, will be remaining open throughout the course of the work - so it's business as usual at the club.
DONT FORGET TO ENTER YOUR QUIZ TEAM FOR EASTER FRIDAY
Don't forget, there is still time to enter your quiz team for the first night of our EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA. The quiz is free to enter, teams of 4-6 players are very welcome, entry forms from the bar or email your team name, number in team, and contact details to socialclubinfo@googlemail.com. We will also hold a raffle for Dorothy House so please come along and support the event.
Fans of DR WHO can join us on Saturday tea time to see the new Doctor's first adventure, shown on the Big Screen. Later that evening we have entertainment from Hearsay who have appeared before at the club and have been invited back after impressing us all.
Kids are invited on the Sunday afternoon for fun and games along with an Easter Egg Hunt. There will be goodie bags for each kid that attends, parents/guardians must remain in attendance at all times. The afternoon will also have a 'Runaround Quiz' for the kids and to keep the adults occupied there will be an 'Egg-Heads' picture quiz. All welcome and of course free entry!
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SHOWCASE NIGHT FOR HUDSON BAKER
Hudson Baker are set to rock the social club on April 16th in another of our Showcase Nights, where new and up and coming bands are given the chance to perform. Find out more about the Hudson Baker Showcase!
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ETHAN SMITH TRUST UPDATE
A great night of entertainment was had by all at the club, when Sneakers hosted an event for the Ethan Smith Trust. A staggering £4000 was raised for the local toddler. Find out more about Ethan Smith and the fundraiser!
For many years Alcan Mardon Social Club has provided regular professional entertainment on Saturday nights for our visitors. This entertainment is largely professional groups and duos from the club circuit and suited to the taste of the Saturday night guests.
We are now making an effort to add to this by encouraging a new and more diverse mix of music with our 'Showcase' nights. Keen to attract audiences of all ages to go along and enjoy them, these showcase nights are on occasional Fridays, when entry is free. Young talent and newly established bands are given the opportunity to perform at the club and try out their sets in a large venue to what is hoped will be an expectant audience.
We will do all we can to help promote these bands, with advertising, the creation of their own web page on the social club website and by linking to their 'myspace' or 'facebook' pages if they have them.
The recent appearance at the club by local band Centrefolds (who performed at a charity night and are soon to release their debut album) proved that there is genuine interest in up and coming bands and that the social club is an ideal place for them to play. Several groups have already taken the opportunity to book their showcase places at the club.
On Friday 26th March guests at Alcan Mardon Social Club can enjoy 'The KaosTheory' as they showcase their set and treat visitors to a first time public performance of two of their own brand new songs. The Kaos Theory will have a suport band that kicks off at about 8 p.m. with The Kaos Theory playing at around 8.30 p.m.
If 'Showcase' nights prove popular and the club can attract a good audience for the new bands, we would like to pursue this idea further. Any band wishing to have a showcase night can email their interest, including a brief description of the band and their style of music.
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THE KAOS THEORY TO APPEAR ON SHOWCASE NIGHT
In our continued effort to promote local talent and bring new bands to the social club, we are extremely pleased to announce that The Kaos Theory will be performing a set on the night of Friday 26th March - FREE ENTRY so please come along and see this dynamic young group! More information about the band and their showcase night, click here!
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CHOCOHOLICS FUNDRAISER - CHEQUE PRESENTATION
We are pleased to announce that the sum raised at the Chocoholics Night has been divided between the two worthy causes that are particularly important to organiser Penny Wilkinson.
The above photograph was taken at the Ambulance Station when Penny and Moureen visited to hand over the cheque. From left to right: paramedic Jane Wheatley, Penny Wilkinson, Moureen Chivers and paramedic Adrian Holloway.
Penny and Moureen then went to the Intensive Care Unit where Sister June Pook (pictured in the centre above) gratefully received the second of the cheques. Penny and the social club would like to thank all those who supported the Chocoholics night and helped raise the money for the donations. We hope to stage a similar event later in the year and do hope that you will give it your support.
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CENTREFOLDS & CURRY NIGHT LOOKS SET TO BE A SUCCESS
Bryony and Vikki have sold over 70 tickets for the curry meal on March, 12th and with the excellent Centrefolds performing live it's likely to be a busy night. Although you don't have to pay an entry fee to see the Centrefolds, we would hope that you purchase raffle tickets to support Bryony and Vikki in their fundraising. Centrefolds are preparing to release their album "Is Anyone There" in Spring, so why not come along and see this talented band perform their material.
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ETHAN SMITH TRUST CHARITY NIGHT IS A SELL OUT
All the tickets fot the night have now been sold - thank you to all those who have supported this charity night. A huge amout of raffle prizes have been donated including a Chelsea signed football, two Russell Howard tickets and back stage passes, Acker Bilk signed cd, the late Fred Wedlock signed cd, limo hire, bagless cleaner, bristol rovers signed shirt and much more...
Our Easter Egg-stravaganza will run over the whole weekend, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. it includes a free to enter quiz night, the showing of Dr Who on the Big screen, great musical entertainment from the vocally stunning Hearsay and a kids funday including an Easter Egg Hunt click here to see the line up.
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NIGHTSHIFT SHOWCASE THEIR TALENT
Local group Nightshift are the first group to take advantage of our recent offer for the free use of the hall. They will be performing on Friday 5th March and they are keen for anyone to come along and listen to their music. The social club are looking to hear your feedback.
The 4 piece band comprise of drums, keyboard, guitar and base. The group members admit that whilst they are no spring chickens, they all have many years of experience of playing in a band. Reformed after a break of 2 years, the group specialise in playing 60's music. Come along and judge for yourself. They already have a number of weddings and anniversaries booked for this year, but feel free to enquire about their availability if you'd like them to play at your event.
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BATH MALE CHOIR ARE RUNNING FOR CHARITY
49 members of the Bath Male Choir will be taking part in the 2010 Bath Half Marathon led by founder conductor Grenville Jones who has been in training since September! On Sunday March 7th 2010 "Team BMC' will be raising money for two charities - Prostate Cancer and Golden Oldies - bring fun and music to isolated elderly people. Anything you can give through sponsorship will help them, John Leahy will be making a collection at the Social Club on Saturday 27th February, alternatively, click here to donate online.
IMPORTANT NOTICE : PRESS RELEASE FROM THE NEW SITE OWNERS
On behalf of the Social club Committee, thank you for your patience regarding the many requests you've had about the future of the factory site, it's new owners and the subsequent effect on the Social Club. We are now able to present you with the following release. Obviously we are aware that you will have many more questions and in due course we will keep you advised on all developments regarding the Social Club and our relationship with the new site owner.
The former Alcan site in Midsomer Norton has been bought by developers Galliford Try Group – and the views of local residents are now being sought about how it can be developed.
The new owners say the site presents an exciting regeneration opportunity that will enhance the area and boost confidence in it as a place to live and work.
Alcan closed in July 2006 with the loss of 218 jobs and since then there has been speculation over what would happen to the Mardon's Social Club which has its building on the site.
A spokeswoman for the Galliford Try Group said the company would be working with all the stakeholders to help shape the site and its regeneration.
She said: "We are promising to work with the social club to help them find a way forward.
"The site presents an exciting regeneration opportunity for the town and our aim will be to provide a high-quality scheme that will enhance the area and boost confidence in it as a place to live and work.
"We intend to begin the process of drawing up proposals by seeking local views.
"The company has been behind the regeneration of Kingston Mills in Bradford on -Avon, which is a mixed use of development creating employment and housing.
The spokeswoman said: "As a company we have a track record of working with the local community on complex major projects.
"The company says it will be putting together preliminary site surveys and discussions with the social club on site access, security and future options.
They will be working with Bath and North East Somerset Council, Norton Radstock Town Council, the Somer Valley Partnership, residents and others and there will also be opportunities for local people to contribute their views.
She said: "While the market remains cautious, we have great confidence in the potential of the Midsomer Norton area and look forward to working with a range of people and organisations to develop a high quality regeneration scheme.
"Ward councillor Rob Appleyard welcomed news the future of the site was being mapped.
He said: "It's heartening to have a well-respected developer such as Galliford Try show a commitment to deliver the right development. Their track record of consulting with the community is very good so the residents and myself look forward to make a meaningful contribution to the plans."
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WEB SITE UPDATE 26.01.09
Welcome to the new look Social Club web site. The main addition in terms of content is the new Free Hall Hire section. We would like to encourage anyone seeking a venue for any type of event to have a look at the new page. Bookings made with us over the past year have proven very successful for all concerned, so please give us your consideration. The new page not only covers hall hire but touches on other facilities the club is now able to offer, the use of the skittle alley or the big screen TV for example. We are also encouraging up and coming bands to come and rehearse at the club, if you have any requests for bookings please get in touch.
