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FRMS weekend at Ilkley

Rescheduled to March 2021

Update 07/12/20

Since social distancing rules were still in place in October, a further postponement has been arranged. It is now intended that the event will take place from 26th to 28th March 2021. However, depending on what level of Covid restrictions may still be in place then, it may be necessary to make further changes to the arrangements.

Some adjustment to the programme may be necessary but at the time of writing (early December) we hope that all the original presenters and recitalists will be able to be with us.

All bookings and payments have been transferred to the new date and as bookings were made directly with the hotel we have asked the hotel to notify participants individually. If you have not heard from the hotel please let us know by e-mail to chairman@thefrms.co.uk

The hotel can be contacted by e-mail at sales@craiglands.co.uk or by phone on 01943 430001. The postal address is Best Western Craiglands Hotel, Cowpasture Road, Ilkley LS29 8RG. It may be possible to accept additional bookings for the new dates. If you are interested please e-mail chairman@thefrms.co.uk for further information before contacting the hotel.

Programme

Annual General Meeting 2020

Because of the continuing restrictions due to COVID‑19, the AGM was conducted online this year with Zoom. While it was a lower-key event than usual, delegates appreciated the opportunity to see faces and discuss the current challenges facing societies.

You can see a snapshot of the attendees on the FRMS Events Page and refer to the agenda, minutes and reports.

Cheques

Please note that under the present circumstances there may be some delay before cheques sent to the treasurer can be banked.

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