Hereford Royal Naval Association members were joined by the RAFA, Royal British Legion North and Fownhope also the ATC and Hereford Sea Cadets at the Railway Club for a combined Carol Service. The carols were alternated with readings telling the Nativity story and the readers were volunteers from each of the associations present. There was a collection made of £139 which was donated, to SSAFA. Mulled wine, soft drinks and mince pies were provided as refreshments for the 100 or so congregation who attended. The Christmas dinner this year was also at the Railway Club and members enjoyed an enjoyable evening, which also included a raffle, ticket prize and a disco. At the December committee meeting, it was decided to donate £100 each to St Dunstans and the Hereford Sea Cadets. Members are reminded that subscriptions are now due for 2004 at £8 per head and Shipmate Stephen Houghton, the new membership secretary, wants to hear from members and can be contacted on 01432 880430. The annual meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 11.