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***BGV Club Shows 21st March 2026 information***

We have been contacted by the RKC regarding the parking at the Stoneleigh venue. Cars not parked in the correct designated areas will be asked to move. Please be considerate when parking in the exhibitors car park to maximise capacity. There is a map of the parking areas in the pictures.
The venue will be open from 08.00 and there will be strictly no entry before this time.
No chalk or white powder products are to be used in the venue.
The order of judging and layout of the show are in the pictures.
Please bring cash or have the facility to complete a bank transfer for food, refreshments and raffle tickets.
Donations of raffle prizes always welcome.
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BGV Club Shows 2026
Joint Open and Championship Show, Saturday 21st March
Kennel Club Building, Stoneleigh
Summary of entries;

GBGV; 22 (9 Dogs 13 Bitches)
Judge Hilary Male (Malenbrook)
PBGV: 46 (23 Dogs 23 Bitches)
Judge Robert Dunlop (Habiba)

BGV Club Championship Show 21st March summary of entries;
Stakes
GBGV; 11
PBGV; 14
Judge Maisie Allenby (Rangali)

Breed Judging
GBGV; 21 (9 Dogs 12 Bitches)
Judge John Thirlwell (Ferndel)
PBGV; 50 (27 Dogs 23 Bitches)
Judge Heidi Allenby (Rangali)

Junior Handling
6-11 Years; 1
12-16 Years; 2
Judge PAM ALDOUS-TOWN (SWEETDEAN)

NOTICE OF AGM
Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Basset Griffon Vendéen Club
To be held at Haughton Village Hall, Newport Road, Haughton, ST18 9HB
*** 11am, Saturday 18th April 2026 ***
Refreshments will be available
ELECTION OF TREASURER AND COMMITTEE
Treasurer:   Mr C Makey is retiring under Rule 4(ii) and offers himself for re-election. He needs neither proposing nor seconding.
Committee:   Committee members retiring under Rule 4(i) and offering themselves for re-election are Mrs Lizzie Cadmore, Mrs Claire Gilluley, Ms Kathryn Moulding, Mrs Joan Robertson. They need neither proposing nor seconding.
There is one additional vacancy following the passing of Mr. Peter Marks.
Nominations: Nominations for Treasurer and Committee should be proposed, seconded and signed by fully paid up members of the Club, all of three years standing (Rule 5(i)). Each nomination should include the nominee’s written consent and signature, together with a brief resumé of relevant experience. These must be received by the Secretary by post (NOT e-mailed) by 14th March 2026. If there are more nominations than vacancies, an electronic ballot of members (postal if no email) will be held and the results declared at the Annual General Meeting.
AGENDA ITEMS Items for the agenda should be proposed and seconded and must be submitted by post reaching the Secretary by 21st March 2026 at the latest.
The Agenda will be available from the Secretary, upon request from 4th April 2026.
IMPORTANT REMINDER: IF 2026 SUBSCRIPTIONS WERE NOT PAID BY 31 JANUARY THERE WILL BE NO ENTITLEMENT TO VOTE

nomination form

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
THE BGV CLUB HAVE A NEW MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY

Membership Secretary: Mrs Fiona Morris, Hermitage, Mount Pleasant, DUNS, Berwickshire, TD11 3HU
Tel: 07971 406817 Email: bgvmembershipsecretary@gmail.com

Membership Renewals
As the renewal period is now upon us, this is a gentle reminder that annual subscriptions are due by 31st January 2025. Renewing by this date ensures you retain your voting rights, as we want to ensure your voice is heard! For members submitting renewal fees by post, please forward all cheques to Fiona at the address listed above. For those renewing via online banking, the Club’s details are as follows:
Account Name: Basset Griffon Vendéen Club
Sort Code: 40-39-07
Account Number: 11573128
Bank: HSBC
Please quote reference: “your name + MEMBERSHIP” e.g. J Smith MEMBERSHIP
For ease of annual renewal, please consider setting up a Standing Order.

If you would like to join the BGV Club please use this link to a membership form

membership form

I am deeply saddened to report the recent passing of our BGV Club Vice Chairman, Peter Marks. For many years Peter has been dedicated to the Club and devoted to the breeds we represent. He was a true gentleman with great knowledge, compassion and integrity. Always dependable to offer an honest, ethical and impartial opinion in the most challenging situations. Our thoughts and most sincere sympathy are with Val, family and friends. His loss will be felt immensely by the Committee and everyone who knew him. He will be dearly missed.
**Livestream information for Peter's funeral**
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Username; nezi1285
Password; 258742
Michael MacLaren BGV Club Chairman

Peter's funeral service will be held at South Oxfordshire Crematorium, Garford, OX13 5PA on Tuesday 20th January at 10:00am. The family invite anyone who knew Peter to attend and they hope you can join them after the service to share stories and happy memories of his colourful life and character.
Edward Carter Funeral Directors

MARKS - Richard "Peter"
Peacefully on 4th January 2026, aged 86 years. Much loved partner of Valerie, dearly loved dad of Jacqui, Sian and Andy. A loved 'grampy Pete' of Curtis and Ryan and a beloved brother and uncle. Funeral Service at South Oxfordshire Crematorium on Tuesday 20th January at 10:00am. Flowers, or donations if desired for memorial trees and/or the Royal British Legion. Donations can be sent c/o Edward Carter Funeral Directors, 107 South Avenue, Abingdon, OX14 1QS. Enquiries to 01235 528293