The evening began with an interesting presentation among the vines. This talked about the history of the vineyard, type of grapes grown, type of wines produced and the cultivation process. Guests paid careful attention, since they had been warned that a quiz would end the evening with prizes of wine for the winners.

The party then moved to the production area where a variety of Wickham wines were available for tasting. Each wine was described and the correct tasting techniques demonstrated. Then was a lot of swilling, smelling, lip smacking, spitting and swallowing, but decorum was maintained at all times.

The evening concluded with an excellent dinner in the Vineyard's own restaurant.

Mark Hoban, MP for Fareham , hosted a special VIP day for Rainbow Circle members at the Houses of Parliament .

Over 25 members enjoyed a full day out in London which included lunch in a private members' dining room and a behind-the-scenes tour of the Lords and Commons . In the afternoon, there was tour of Westminster Abbey, a flight on the London Eye and finally high tea at the Marriott hotel on the banks of the River Thames.
Rainbow Circles member Chris Wotton said: "It was a fantastic day out and one I'll remember forever. To see the inner sanctum of the Houses of Parliament was an amazing opportunity."
Rainbow Circles organiser Lynn Osgood added: "Our thanks go to Mark Hoban for taking a day out of his busy week and showing us personally around the House of Commons.

Ennio's Restaurant in Southampton was the venue for the second Rainbow Circles event. Voted "Best Italian Restaurant in Hampshire - by Italians". Ennio's menu and staff provided all guests with an enjoyable and memorable evening.
The evening was further enhanced by Inner Magic Circle member - magician David Redfearn who astounded everyone with close-up entertainment at the tables performing magic tricks and mind-reading activities.
The evening's MC was Dennis Bundy and it was organised by Lynn Osgood.