a brief history of our club and what were about
Selby British Railway Staff Association Social Club was formed under British Rail in the1950s
by members of Selby Loco (Engine Shed Staff) Selby Station Staff and Signalmen from the Selby Area
as part of British Railways Staff Association with a view to promote Social activities for Railway Employees and there families
Councillor Cyril Coultish an engine driver at the time was the clubs first president and the branch started holding fundraising events in the Londsbrough Hotels market room.
In 1957 with a grant of £5000 from British Rail and a plot of land that used to be a telegraph pole store yard the first one roomed club was built.
This had a snooker table that was covered on a Saturday night when live entertainment was put on and the committee wives put on a free buffet to attract members.
Over the years the club has been extended with the additions of a games room and then a lounge
Then a new games room was added and the original turned into a restaurant
The bar, toilets, committee room, and stage have all moved about the club to various locations over the years to end in there present positions.
A number of years ago with the break-up of British Rail “B R S A” were disbanded
but Selby Members bought the freehold of the club and renamed it Selby Railway Sports & Social Club.
The old “B R S A” organisation was reformed by member clubs as the National Federation of Railway Recreational & Sports Clubs and membership opened up to local residents
also other clubs were invited to join the organisation.
I am led to understand that the Federation are looking at changing the name to The National Federation of Recreational & Sporting Clubs, as a way of attracting more clubs to join.
I hope this short history is of interest to you and if you require any further information please contact the club 01757 703880
about our club
a little bit about the club
the club is situated in the bus station and a 5 min walk from the town centre and railway station
its all one level and easy access for the elderly and disabled
the club is used regulary by the local p.h.a.b.( physically handicapped able body) club who love the relaxed atmosphere
we have live artistes ( see live entertainment page) on fri..sat..and the first sunday of the month other sundays is a light hearted evening with a free to enter quiz
WE ALSO HAVE
old time/popular sequence dancing on tuesday evening ( see live entertainment page .watch the video`s of our dancers)
also bingo and raffle ( bingo and raffle also on friday saturday sunday)
new members and guests are always welcome ( charge for entry to a guest is 50p) special rates for party bookings
the committee are very helpfull and always willing to help or answer any queries you may have.we have a disabled toilet wheelchair friendly
also baby changing faclities our club has just celebrated its 50th yr .
we host the local darts and dominoes league presentation nights .
the club boasts 3 football( soccer) teams
also a hockey team
golf section ladies darts and dominoes
pool team
the club as its annual day outing every yr
as a family club on bank holiday monday`s. a afternoon full of kids entertainment see whats on page
we welcome coach trips by prior arrangement with keith our secretary ( must mention he has been part of the club for 40 years)
you can find the contact number on the contact us page any further questions etc please contact either my self or the club directly
opening hours
monday to friday..... noon till 11pm
saturday .... noon till 11.15
sunday noon till 11.00
entertainment
tuesday evening dance night old time,modern and sequence dancing along with 3 games of bingo and a raffle (including the snowball bingo.. members only)
friday night.... is family night children can stop all night untill closing ..artiste ... 2 games of bingo ( includin 2 snowball bingos for members only) and raffle
saturday night.. artiste raffle bingo and mini tote ( tickets available on the night)
sunday evening...entertainment t.b.a. we had to cancel artistes on a sunday due to lack of support
children under the age of 8 must leave the club at 9:30 saturday and sunday night
membership this can be obtained all year round apply to the club ( see ron our steward or any committe person for a form ) memberships are to be renewed in january.
also there is a junior membership for 16 to 18 yr old at a minimal cost of £5 a year..
adult membership is £10 a year which is for both male and female
females may obtain their own membership for £10 a year and be a full member
any more details can be obtained by calling the club
the pictures below ::
first line............... the front entrance which leads into our concert room and restaurant theres also a side entrance
2nd line.............. the main bar the main bar holds 2 snooker tables...a pool table dart board..3 t.v`s sky tv and big screen for the big events..
also 2 fuit machines and of course a seating area and main part the bar
3rd line...... although the pictures are a bit outta focus you can see our concert room is very spacious with a stage at one end where artistes are on 3 nights a week
friday..sat..sun
4th line... the restaurant which is available for hire for private parties etc a club meeting just call the club or contact me ( i`ll pass on any queries to the secretary)