A first-class meal was enjoyed by all followed by equally first-class entertainment from past president Sydney Smith, his wife Christine and Moira and Malcolm Davidson, from the 'Ferryatrics'.

The vote of thanks was given by Alex Whitecross.

Professional and Business, giving the acronym 'Probus', are clubs for men who have retired and want to maintain a social network with others who have a similar interest.

The Carnoustie club's first general meeting was held on February 2, 1983, and attended by 30 members. Membership has now risen to 62.
Bob Robertson was elected president for the inaugural year only, in accordance with the constitution and rules, however, he remained on the committee as Rotary representative until his death in January 2007.



During the club's history, over 500 speakers have talked on a wide range of subjects and the club has organised 27 visits, with partners, to interesting locations throughout east and south-east Scotland.

Carlogie and Kinloch school choirs have featured on the Probus calendar for many years and at the club's annual Christmas lunch members are entertained by the Carnoustie High School band.

Carnoustie Probus Club is possibly unique in that the president is responsible for obtaining speakers, etc., for all meetings during his term of office, 24 in all.


Club meetings are held on the first and third Wednesday of every month, 10 a.m. for 10.30 a.m. in the Panmure Suite of the Station Hotel and the annual subscription is currently £7.50.

New members are always welcome and anyone interested in joining the club or wishing further information about the future programme, etc., should contact club secretary Bill Parrish on 01241 855032.