The Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) launched its first-ever CABfest on June 19 at the De Vere Wokefield Estate in Berkshire – a mansion house set in 250 acres of parkland – where 120 members and their customers gathered for a midsummer party involving golf, street food, live music and glorious sunshine.
The day began with a round of golf, which was followed by a relaxed evening where guests were treated to live music and a choice of street-food-style stalls. A DJ kept the party atmosphere going well into the night.
“CABfest is the first event of its type in our industry,” said CAB’s CEO, Nigel Headford. “It’s designed so that everyone come to have a round of golf, to treat their customers, and to get together afterwards in a relaxed atmosphere where they can have a drink, chat, network, and enjoy the sunshine.
“It’s important to bring our members together. We’re a tight-knit community, and it’s great when we all get together.”
The festival-style members’ day is a departure from the traditional black-tie event that CAB hosts in the summer, and it was very well-received by members.
“I had people phoning me about the dress code, and I was pleased to tell them that shorts and Hawaiian shirts would be more than welcome,” said Nigel.
The Golf tournament was held on the 6,996-yard, par 72 Championship course that is designed to US PGA standards and one of the leading golf clubs in Berkshire.
The golf day winners were:
- 1st place – Lewis Pratley (Pratley & Partners)
- 2nd place – Allan Barr (Technal)
- 3rd place – Paul Armstrong (WSW Group UK)
- Best Front Nine – Paul Greenaway (Aluk)
- Best Back Nine – Richard Chapman (CCL Facades)
- Nearest the Pin – Ash Pearson (Jack Aluminium)
- Longest Drive – Lee Jones (Finish Facades)
