“What A Weekend” was the words reflected when the members got home from their annual weekend to the loyalist Larkhall (Larky Derry). The boys started early on the Friday morning heading happily to the boat in Belfast.

The boat trip over was a great laugh and the usual good old banter of the Whiterock flute band. The 2 hour bus journey was just as fun with jokes and friendly banter from the boys in the band.

When the band landed in Larkhall it was party time once again. The first stop was to the hotel to get ourselves sorted, then it was a venture into the main town to see all our old friends from the years gone by in Larkhall. I have to mention that the Hospitality that is given to the Whiterock flute band by the people of Larkhall is exceptional.

 The boys all headed to Motherwell on the Friday for booze up. We visited bars such as the mega bar and fair park it was a great night for everyone. The younger boys in the band were looked after by LOL 933 were they said they had a great time.

 The morning after the night before there was a couple of upside-down smiles. Wouldn’t like to name no one so we will call him Chewbacca. The band met at the masters house were we played a wee spot in Europe standing and then took off for our exciting and atmospheric day for all.

 The parade in Holy town was of a great size and was attended by bands from all over the UK. I enjoyed listening to the sound of the black skull, Craigneuk TD and not forgetting the county. The crowds that were out in force to see the parade were all full of atmosphere. One girl even had the slogan "W.F.B F***N BRILLAINT" on her top as can be seen on the left.

 On the return into Larkhall the band played to a strong well turned out crowd and the reception that was gave to the band was second to none.

 That night the band all went out with the members of LOL 933 for a good drink to celebrate the day that was enjoyed by all. There was even a couple of solo artists got up from the band and sang to the crowd.

 The weekend was ended on Sunday when we had a goodbye drink with the band supporters and the members of LOL 933 in the snooker hall. We said our goodbyes and we then headed home to mystical old Belfast once again. With nothing but laughs and sing songs the whole way home. Even had a wee dance while the police searched us at stranrear.

 The Whiterock Flute Band Would Like To Thank:

 The Officers and Members of LOL 933
The Loyal Larkhall Supporters
The Staff at the Shawlands Hotel
The Staff At The Venue Bar
The Staff at The Snooker Hall
For the hospitality shown over the weekend…