The late Elizabeth Gething was a member of the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA) and a great supporter of the Northwood Volunteer Band. In her memory her family gave the band a silver salver which is presented annually to a member of the band who has shown the most improvement.
The 2006 winner of the Elizabeth Gething Trophy was Mrs Penny Flanagan (Clarinet).
Past winners:
- 2005 Mrs Sally Marshall (Flute)
- 2004 Mr Chinyanta Nkonkomalimba (Alto Sax)
- 2002 Mr Robert Watkinson (Cornet)
- 2001 Lt Cdr John Gunn (Trumpet)