The Swan Hanham News

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Archive news to Dec 2009 can be found at http://www.theswanhanham.co.uk/news

The Swan History: We are attempting trying to trace the history of the Swan from opening to the present day – see http://www.theswanhanham.co.uk/history.htm
we would really appreciate any more details or corrections

Congratulations to Abbie who is pictured smiling,  proudly displaying her latest trophy and badge.
The badge says “ barmaid of the year” with all the dates for the last eight years around the edge (plus 2013 as it is a foregone conclusion!).
In a very loosely monitored election, the award has ruffled the feathers of some other  very able candidates – notably Judith and Zoe, with talk of rigged voting, fictitious ballot papers, bribery, free drinks, free rolls, free crisps & nuts plus offers of priority bar service.

The Swan would like to congratulate a long overdue Fleece win For Richard Carey in Southampton.

Tour update no.2

The first photo text of the Golf tour! 9 a.m!

Photos of the first arrivee at the Swan emerge.

After a long, dark winter, its finally here. Grown men will be seen running from all corners of Hanham, crying with relief and excitement, towards the Promised land.

These beauties were left after the FA Cup Final last Saturday after Chelsea won the FA Cup for the fourth time in six seasons as goals from Drogba and Ramires see them beat a lacklustre Liverpool side – Liverpool supporters ?

On Wednesday night the Swan witnessed a rarity.Playing for the opposing skittles side were Russell Dunne and Sid. Russell hardly covered himself in glory, but Sid scoring 4 was a shambles.Sids aged partner says ” I love you Sid.Normally I always come last”. The shame!
He then has to go home and convince the misses he’s late cos’ hes played skittles!

Regulars will remember Henry who makes a very welcome return back to the Swan for a few hours to celebrate his 90th Birthday this Friday (early evening).
An early bonus ball winner, Henry is pictured with Joe back in Jan 2008.

Probably the fastest, best looking goalkeeper in  the West Country!

Not many people  know that when I was a few years younger, I joined an animal rescue group and volunteered to spend a few months in Africa protecting the African Antelope. 
The work was very rewarding and this video of me is over 20 years old

http://www.theswanhanham.co.uk/antelope.htm