Updated Programme of the Collingwood Society for 2014 22 June, 2014
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“Now, gentlemen, let us do something today which the world may talk of hereafter.”
Wouldn’t that make an excellent slogan to be printed on a team’s kit?Why, yes, I’m looking at you, Mr. Hodgson…
Luckily, The Collingwood Society is more successful in its endeavours than Team England, and has yet again organised a plethora of magnificent events, to which you are all duly invited. I’d say a broad variety of interests will get covered! Download your 2014 PROGRAMME here.
The event of 23 October caught my eye, for it promises to be great fun:
The 3rd Annual General Meeting of the Collingwood Society, followed by ‘Forebitters’. A ‘forebitter’ was a sailor’s song, traditionally sung for recreation in the forecastle accommodation of an evening, as opposed to the more functional shanties which accompanied the various work tasks aboard ship. The concept of allowing rank and file members a 5-minute slot on anything Collingwood-related was received with enthusiasm when mooted at the 2013 AGM, so we are embarking on our first ‘open mike’ session, so to speak! Half a dozen or so ‘turns’ – mini-lecture, song, poetry, dance, costume, who knows??! Volunteers please apply to the Secretary before the Summer recess – this may take some organising!! Free admission for Society members, £2 for others.
Volounteers, don’t delay, apply today!
And here are some gentlemen who did something the world (well, the Morpeth Herald) did talk of hereafter: at a recent meeting of the Morpeth Rotary Club, guest speaker Captain Stephen Healy, President of the Vice-Admiral Lord Collingwood Association, gave a talk to members about the admiral and his links with Morpeth.
(Did they mix up the names for the pictures, I wonder? Me thinks Captain Healy is the one on the left?)
In completely different news, and just so you can stop nagging me about it: The Admiral Collingwood Pub in Ilfracombe is now open for business. You can look at many, many pictures here. Why it was named after Collingwood – I have no idea. Looking at the toilets, Ye Olde Beetlejuice might have been more appropriate…? But good luck to them, and many happy guests!
To that Noble Fellow Collingwood 7 March, 2014
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204 years ago today, Admiral Cuthbert Collingwood died off Port Mahon, on board of HMS Ville de Paris. Here’s what the “Annals of the Wars of the 19th Century. Vol. III” had to say on the matter. I find the comparison of Nelson and Collingwood to Saul and Jonathan most intriguing…!
You can read an extensive extract by clicking on the picture below.
Today’s picture can be shared with you thanks to the generosity of our dearest Volgivagant; who of us would not have loved to sail on the good ship “Collingwood” – with a figurehead like this?
In honour of our dear admiral – and his beloved Bounce! – we’ve made a donation to rescue four dogs from Romania, who are already on their way to new, loving homes.
The Day before Old Cuddy’s Birthday… 25 September, 2010
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… seems to be the perfect day to catch up with the long list of news items which haven’t posted during the last weeks. But first things first:
HAVE YOU ALREADY BEEN TO COLLINGWOOD’S BAR?
I hope they’ll throw a big birthday party there tomorrow, but for now, let’s have a look at the
UPCOMING EVENTS
Please always check out the diary at the Official Collingwood 2010 Festival Website first; they have the latest news when it comes to events.
2nd October, 2010, 2.15pm, West Park United Reformed Church, Stockton Park, Sunderland
Friends of Sunderland Old Parish Church, The Rector Gray Society present Cuthbert Collingwood. The North East’s Heart of Oak. A concert of Patriotic and North Country music to mark the Bi-Centenary of the death of Admiral Collingwood (Nelson’s second in command at Trafalger).
9th October, 2010, The Sage Gateshead, Gateshead, in association with the Collingwood 2010 Festival
THE NEW SCORPION BAND: THAT NOBLE FELLOW COLLINGWOOD
The New Scorpion Band present songs, poetry, prose and music written to commemorate the great historical events in the time of Collingwood and Nelson and marking the 200th anniversary of the death of Collingwood.
There will be various events and activities for Trafalgar Day, but that will be covered in a separate entry.
ODDS AND ENDS
We all know of Collingwood’s habit of planting acorns; this is an article about him and the “Trafalgar woods” planted in College Valley to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the battle of Trafalgar (please scroll down the page).
have planted an oak in honour of Old Cuddy. They’ve already named their bar after Collingwood some months ago (see top of this page). This leaves us with one question: what about that Bounce Castle for the kids…?
Talking about hotels: there’s also beautiful Grade II Listed, Georgian
in Cornhill-On-Tweed, Northumberland. And yes, there’s a Collingwood-connection! I really think I’ll have to stay at the “HMS Sovereign” room one day. And oh, they welcome post horses!
(better known as Ted Tinling) wasn’t a relative of Admiral Collingwood and had no connection with him, but I thought this blog could do with a bit of fashion. Thanks so much for your designs, Ted; the tennis world owes you a lot.
The obvious link to the poet aside, it also has a distant connection with our dear admiral:
Reginald was succeeded by his son, also named Reginald, whose daughter married Cuthbert Collingwood, and their son was the famous Admiral Collingwood. Mrs. Collingwood sold the property to Richard Wordsworth, Attorney at Law, Clerk of the Peace for Westmorland and Steward at Lowther from 1723 to 1738.
So if you should have a spare £785,00 stored under your mattress: click the link above for further information.
That’s it for today, read you tomorrow!
Fantastic news: Max Adams’ “Collingwood – Northumberland’s Heart of Oak” as Audio Book – for free! 13 July, 2010
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A wave of updates has swept across the Official Collingwood 2010 Website, and I hope I won’t forget to point anything of importance out in this entry.
First things first, though, because I know how many of you are truly dedicated aficionados of audio books!
MAX ADAMS’ “COLLINGWOOD – NORTHUMBERLAND’s HEART OF OAK” IS NOW AVAILABLE AS AN AUDIO BOOK!
And what’s more: it’s for free!
“Collingwood – Northumberland’s Heart of Oak” has been split into 12 individual parts and is available from the official website (please click the link above). And please don’t let the audio book keep you from buying the print edition! An illustrated bicentenary edition of the printed book is available from Newcastle Libraries, Tyne Bridge Publishing.
Also new on the website is an addition that I find very important, and which I’d like to recommend especially to the teachers and homeschoolers among you:
Teaching materials, lessons plans and resources for you to educate (yourself, your students or young ones) on all things Collingwood. His portrayal here on this blog is, of course, biased in favour of Collingwood. I’m not blind to his shortcomings, though, and had we ever met, it might have ended in a huge argument and broken plates… well. Here you’ll find everything for you and others to make up their own mind.
For further research, you can find all relevant (and other) information on Collingwood here:
His life, his achievements, his fights – it’s all here, with a very helpful timeline. Perfect for those who don’t want to read all the books!
And of course, always keep an eye on
where you’ll find all scheduled events. Check back regularly to see if anything’s on that you might be interested in.
Upcoming events are:
Tue 13th – Sun 18th July 2010
‘Heroes, Past and Present’ Festival: flower and music festival
(assoc. – they have adopted Collingwood as a hero past)
And an event close to all our hearts:
Sat 7th- Tue 10th August 2010
Tallships Hartlepool 2010
(assoc.)
What else? Ah, you’ll have to wait for a little while, this year’s Trafalgar Day promises to prove some goodies for us Collingwoodies!
And I have some updates as well. I wish my days had 48 hours, then I could get more done…
A Supper With… Admiral Lord Collingwood 17 June, 2010
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The splendid supper at Trinity House in Newcastle seems to have been a great success, enjoyed by guests and hosts alike!
JournalLive: A SUPPER WITH… ADMIRAL LORD COLLINGWOOD
“(…) While this year marks the 200th anniversary of his death, Admiral Nelson’s right-hand man was there in every cleverly thought-out detail of a hugely interesting and well-hosted night. (…)”
Excellent food was enjoyed in excellent company.
“(…) The company is, of course, as important as the food and many people who sat down as strangers had a few shipmates by the end. (…)”
And thanks to Captain Stephen Healy, we have photographic evidence of this historic event!
An Officer and his Lady on the steps of the Newcastle upon Tyne Trinity House preparing to “Dine with Collingwood”.
I think we can all agree that this is a very dashing couple! I love that there was the option for historical dress along to escape the old suit and tie and little black dress routine. It suits the spirit of the evening much better.
The renowned Captain Bover of the Newcastle Pressgang…. aka Dr Tony Barrow, author of “Collingwood’s Northumbrians”, “Trafalgar Geordies” and “Pressgangs and Privateers”…
(c) for all pictures: Captain Stephen Healy – thank you!
And always keep an eye on the Official Collingwood 2010 Website – they add new pictures and reports all the time.
And we have a second amazing Admiral Collingwood doll! 24 May, 2010
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And I received the report of this artwork just in time, having read and reviewed yet another book which managed to reduce Collingwood’s career and achievements down to three sentences. I really don’t think “Collingwood rushed into battle too fast” does the man justice, and it’s not like giving Collingwood credit where credit is due would diminish Nelson’s achievements.
Yes, I’m looking at you, Brian Lavery and Dan Snow.
Anyway, Nana shares her home with the most fantastic Admiral Collingwood doll, and it would be a crime not to share her report and pictures with you! “Beating Nelsonmania, one souvenir at a time…” ;-)
Just click the link or the picture below to get to The Nanascript and read all about it. As you can tell from the many pictures, Mini-Collingwood comes with letters, washingstand and – Bounce!
Please also have a look at the artist’s website here (warning for those at work: automatic background music on the start page). I’m absolutely in love with the German 1950ies kitchen and Oberon’s Secretary (and Grim Reaper Rat, but that goes without saying!)
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Menorca goes Collingwood: Part II 13 April, 2010
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Finally – the updated list of reports from the “Collingwood 2010 Weekend” in Menorca!
REPORT ON THE OFFICIAL COLLINGWOOD 2010 WEBSITE
An extensive coverage of the weekend with many pictures!
Helen Ridehalgh has actually modelled the Admiral looking slightly to his right and the bust has been so positioned that he is looking across the channel directly towards the Hotel Almirante – Collingwood House – the building he used as his shore quarters when in Port Mahón.
Captain Stephen Healy, representing the Festival Committee, walked in Old Cuddy’s footsteps and planted cabbage oaks. Football-wise, the team of HMS Monmouth lost against San Lluis F.C., but new friends were made, everybody kept their respective trophy and there will be another challenge in the future, and then: 6:1, at least! Artificial pitch or not! (Becks, join the Navy. This is not a request.)
The place around the bust will eventually become a small garden; what a wonderful idea. I hope the wee oaks will grow fast; Menorca can be very hot in summer and Collingwood would probably appreciate a bit of shadow. ;-)
FANTASTIC PHOTO GALLERY ON FLICKR (BY USER “ILPB”)
This one really covers every event of the weekend, from horses to ships and theatre to organ, and the pictures are of great quality. And there are hundreds of them! Needless to say, this is one of my favourites:
Picture by ilpb
HIGH-RESOLUTION PICTURE OF THE COLLINGWOOD-BUST AND PLAQUE
It looks absolutely awesome. The name of the artist is Helen Ridehalgh, btw.; there was one slip of the graver.
Or two. Three, maybe.
Lucky Jen was there and took some pictures. Thanks a lot for sharing them!
Oh yes, the organ! It found its way to Menorca under the watchful eyes of Admiral Collingwood himself! But more about that story some other time.
Very special thanks to Nana and Jen for all the links and trouble. Much appreciated!
PS: Thanks a lot for your good wishes. It will take a while to recover, but I’m doing much, much better.
Menorca goes Collingwood: Trees! Busts! Tapas! 30 March, 2010
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While I’m still moping because Collingwood’s washstand didn’t sell in Bonham’s auction (boo! hiss!), there are more reports and pictures of last weekend’s celebrations in honour of Old Cuddy:
JournalLive: Trees planted in Menorca to honour Lord Collingwood
“The trees are a gesture of goodwill and friendship from the people of the North East,” said Capt Stephen Healy, chairman of the Collingwood 200 festival committee, who will be in Port Mahon for the weekend events.
“The trees will provide a poignant, living memorial to this great figure. They will also establish a lasting link between the North East and Menorca.”
And maybe the trees will get some company:
Collingwood tribute has roots in the Med
Morpeth Mayor Ken Brown said: “I fully support the contribution in principle, but following discussions about how the sapling will be transported it is beginning to seem like the costs will be prohibitive. It will cost about £1,000 to transport the tree so it may not happen.”
(I’m not an arborist, but how about planting an acorn rather than a sapling? It would be the authentic Collingwood-method…)
Of great interest for those of us who could not attend the festivities last weekend is the bronze bust of Old Cuddy, created by artist Helen Ridehalgh. I think it’s a lovely piece of art; I really, really like it.
Photo by José Barber
Do you want to see more pictures of Collingwood’s bust? Ships? Horses? Handsome sailors? Of course you do.
THEN CLICK THIS LINK TO SEE THE GALLERY!
And now for some links in Spanish (all with pictures):
El puerto de Maó recuerda la figura del almirante Cuthbert Collingwood
Cuthbert Collingwood, el almirante que en Maó pactó contra Napoleón
News: Menorca honours Admiral Lord Collingwood 26 March, 2010
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Old Cuddy goes global, and previews of the upcoming celebrations in Menorca are trickling in. I absolutely love the idea of planting trees in his honour!
BBC: LORD COLLINGWOOD HONOURED IN MENORCA BY PLANTING TREES
Three oak tree saplings are being planted during a weekend of commemorative events in Menorca – where Collingwood spent his final years.
The trees are a gift to the island as part of the Collingwood 2010 Festival, a year-long celebration of the Admiral’s life.
They have been donated by Corbridge-based Trees Please nursery.
Admiral Lord Collingwood 2010: Link Collection of Celebrations, Part 3 16 March, 2010
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Before we come to further online reports of the Collingwood 2010 Memorial Weekend, here’s a stunning picture of the (in)famous smoke ring during the Tynemouth salute; courtesy Captain Stephen Healy:
If that’s not the perfect 10 of smoke rings everywhere, then I don’t know what is!
COLLINGWOOD 2010 – MEMORIAL CEREMONY IN TYNEMOUTH
Report and pictures by Jen
Although all the official part was impressive, I think one of my favourite things was standing there on the monument afterwards and hearing a man beside me telling the lady he was with about how…
JournalLive: NORTH EAST PAYS TRIBUTE TO ADMIRAL LORD COLLINGWOOD
He was described yesterday as one of Newcastle’s greatest sons, a Northumbrian heart of oak, a great Englishman and a saviour of the nation.
COLLINGWOOD’S MONUMENT, TYNEMOUTH
Short report and pictures by Kathy
CELEBRATIONS – COLLINGWOOD MONUMENT AT TYNEMOUTH
Great picture taken by Allan
Not reports, yet still interesting:
Morpeth Herald: COLLINGWOOD – THE MAN WHO SAVED THE NATION
Author Andrew Griffin has welcomed the Collingwood Festival after writing a biography on the hero.
Morpeth Herald: HOTEL’S ADDING AN EXTRA TOUCH OF CLASS
You’ll be pleased to hear there’ll be a “Collingwood Bar” very soon!
It will have a seating and standing capacity of 200 and is scheduled to open on April 7, when a member of the Collingwood family will cut the ribbon, followed by an official opening ceremony on April 29.
"Old Cuddy" 