Its a Sad day for my family today
Chain bar held its final service today & closed its doors.
Mum & Dad went to the closing service this afternoon.
My parents met in this church as children, grew up thru the youth Clubs, Cubs, Scouts, and Rangers (Dad) and the Guides (Mum).
My parents married there, and I was christened there, both my grandparents funerals were held there.
They have a large group of friends now that they still meet up with every month or so that they met as children in the church.
My Grandad played in the band as did my dad, and Myself.
Grandad taught players in the band. Some of my earliest memories revolve around the band practices on a Friday night, and Whit Sunday walks, I remember them even before I was old enough to take an interest in them - LOL I remember playing with my dolls under a table in the corner listening to Dad & Grandad play in the band as clearly now as if it had been yesterday.
Such a shame it has had to close, it will always remain a huge part of our family history - I wouldnt be here now if my parents hadnt both joined the same youth group as children!
Gaille
