Loony Party Conference 2018 in Derbyshire
The 34th Loony Party conference is being held in the wonderful town of Belper in Derbyshire, on Thurs 27th – Fri 28th – Sat 29th September. One of Belpers’ main claim to fame is that for its size and area it has the most public houses of anywhere in the UK. Honestly it was sheer… Read More
Melodie Elizabeth Staniforth aka Boney Maroney
The funeral of Boney Maroney took place at the Huddersfield Crematorium on Monday 3rd September at 14.45 hours. There were so many people present that there was standing room only for some.The ceremony was conducted by Mr. Chris Berry – The Celebrant – and he gave a a most amusing and heartwarming account of some… Read More
Boney Maroney
Melodie Staniforth (Boney Maroney), wife of our Drummer Sledgehammer Stan has lost her battle against cancer. Apologies to anyone who didn’t know about the events over the last 12 months, but some things really aren’t for Facebook. Mel was deputy leader of the Official Monster Raving Party for many years and we campaigned together often… Read More
‘Boney Maroney’
It is with deep regret and sorrow that we have to report the passing of ‘Boney Maroney’ Melody Staniforth, our long time Deputy Leader and Secretary. She had been ill for some time, so had not participated in party matters for a while. Our thoughts to Stan her husband, and all family and relations. On… Read More
Christina Bell
Known to us all as Chrissie Laugh and a Half. She joined us when we held our conference in Aldershot Hampshire, and a staunch follower whilst she was able. Notably, conferences in Yateley, Jersey, Hook, Fleet and Matlock. Always the life and soul of the party, she just had that way about her. Our Minister… Read More
Christina Bell R.I.P
We were very sad to hear that Christina Bell has passed away after a long illness. R.I.P Chrissy was a long time supporter of the Loony Party and will be missed. Our thoughts go to all her friends and family at this difficult time. r.u
Lewisham East By-election roundup
Well, once again we didn’t come last, we left that to Tom Hall of ‘The Young Peoples Party’ which is quite ironic as we started life way back in 1963 as the ‘National Teenage Party.’ It all started for me on Thurs 7th when I booked into the Venture Hotel in Deptford, although just outside… Read More
Northenden Boat Race 2018
If you happen to find yourself in South Manchester on the 26th of August why not climb into your dinghy and join the Northenden Boat Race! Hurrah! As ever we are raising money for the Christie Cancer Hospital in Manchester. There is a meeting all about the upcoming race, what different activities are on during… Read More
Lewisham East By-Election June 14th 2018
We are pleased to announce that our deposit has been paid and nomination papers officially accepted, yes we are up and running. Our candidate is our Illustrious Leader, Howling ‘Laud’ Hope. After a bit of a false start with our nominated agent Trevor Allman, he had a bit of trouble collecting the 10 names for… Read More