The ‘national gallery masterpiece tour‘ will go on display in the Kirkby Gallery from 10 October to 17 December 2022
We plan to visit on Tuesday Oct. 11th at 2pm.
Donation of £6 with £3 refundable requested.
This may prove popular so book early at desk Tuesday with me or Jan Martin.
Take care – Maureen
Arrangements have been completed to visit The Floral Pavilion Theatre and The Church of Saints Peter and Paul and Saint Philomena (A Shrine Church)
Due to the theatre having productions in the week , the only day available that they can accommodate members is a Saturday
Luxury return coach from Maghull Square leaving Square at 10.00am , guided tour of the Floral Pavilion Theatre (11.00am and 11.30am ), a free sandwich lunch in the panoramic lounge overlooking the river (12 noon – 1.30pm) and then a guided tour of this famous Church (1.45pm – 3.30pm) , an Architectural Romanesque Gem designed by Ernest Bower Norris
Cost for trip is £25 per member , initially only 30 places available. Any member interested in joining the trip is to telephone or text George on 07826 048379 to book a place or call in at the Tuesday morning coffee morning
IMPORTANT THAT MEMBERS BOOK EARLY AS NOT MANY PLACES LEFT
This exquisite exhibition of jewellery will mesmerise visitors to Lady Lever Art Gallery this autumn as part of the gallery’s centenary year celebrations.
Pure Brilliance: The Boodles Story will showcase the jewellery brand’s 200 year story and show how Liverpool has helped shape the company’s growth, from a family jewellery business to purveyors of some of the most stunning jewels in the world.
See how the heritage of Liverpool’s vibrant and creative jewellery industry in the late 19th century created a market for good quality jewellery and metalwork, for which Boodles soon acquired a reputation.
We are doing self guided visit to this brilliant exhibition , no tours on offer.
Wednesday November 2nd call into u3a Tuesday to book.
We will probably meet at venue 12 noon for 1.30 pm
Nice cafe on site. contact Maureen or Jan
We had a wonderful tour given by Niall Hodson from Williamson Gallery, Birkenhead. His enthusiasm is infectious. Even though this is probably one of the most inaccessible galleries we visit , the effort was worthwhile.
If you want nostalgia this is for you. The Ladybird books are very collectable so if you have some hidden away, hang on to them. So much personal information available about each artists contribution.
On view until September 10th, it’s a must to visit, only three venues included in England so far and its FREE. Next stop, Northumberland in 2024
Take care – Maureen
Arrangements have been made to have another tasting at Winetime at Scatchards
The tasting will consist of “wines from Australia and New Zealand”
Usual accompanying food
Cost is “£9 for tasting” and “£8 for return taxi transfer from Maghull Square”
See George and book at Wine Tasting desk on Tuesday morning or text George on 07826 048379 , Places going fast , it is essential that members book before all places have gone (ONLY 9 PLACES LEFT)
We had a lovely tour of Lytham St Annes Beautiful Byzantine Church, ( grade two listed ) welcomed by Jan and Janet with tea and biscuits.
The windows tell the story of the church,from the humble beginnings to present day.
After a nice lunch in the West Wing of Lytham Hall, we had an extensive tour of the many art works by two well informed guides.
The last part of this eclectic day was an art trail around the ground aided with a map, to spot the transport posters (twelve in total) which all had ubiquitous sunrays across the Fylde coast.
There is a nice tea room,, plants for sale and antiques area
The exhibition is on until September 30th
Eighteen stramblers met at the Weld Blundell to walk the Lydiate Loop, hoping to finish before the afternoon’s forecast rain. We took Pilling Lane to reach the Leeds Liverpool Canal and went south on the towpath to Bells Lane. After a short distance we turned into the field and crossed a bridge over Maghull Brook to emerge on to Green Lane. Passing the “toy soldier” Queen’s Guard we made our way to the Cheshire Lines path and followed it for a mile and a quarter before making our way through fields to Southport Road. We crossed the road and walked through Our Lady’s Church grounds to Hall Lane. Leaving the lane, we passed “The Jumps” horse race training track coming back to the canal. After a short break, we followed the towpath back to the Mersey Boat Club and took Pilling Lane back to the Weld Blundell. With even a few sunny spells, we had missed the rain and were ready for our lunch.
Thanks to Anne for organising (and re-organising) the walk and meals.
We have had a cancellation for the trip tomorrow.
The cost is £35 which includes luxury return coach travel from Maghull Square , entrance and tour of exhibits at Stonyhurst College , lunch at The Aspinall Arms and entrance and tour of Clitheroe Castle.
Coach leave from Maghull Square at 8.30am prompt , return approx. 5.30/6.00pm
First member to text George on 07826 048379 can take up place.
Arrangements are now complete for the visit on FRIDAY 19th August.
Leave Maghull Square at 8.30am , members to arrive in time for prompt departure
We will start our trip today by crossing the Menai Straits onto the Isle of Anglesey. Our first visit will be to the popular seaside resort of Beaumaris which together with all its’ attractions makes it an extremely popular destination. With its’ mix of Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian architecture and its’ great unfinished masterpiece, Beaumaris Castle, parts of which date back to 1294, it is a lovely place to visit. Stroll through the town, walk along the front and along the pier, admiring the wonderful views across the Straits to Snowdonia. There is a Gaol and a Courthouse you may like to visit. Good selection of shops, tea rooms etc. Then we will cross back to the mainland to Bangor to visit the fantasy neo Norman Penrhyn Castle. Originally built by Lord Penrhyn and now owned by the National Trust, it is built on the fortunes made from the Jamaican Slave Trade and the nearby slate Quarries. Interesting interior, lovely gardens, a small railway museum
highlighting the work done by the railway in the slate quarries. No expense was spared when building and designing the interior. Plenty of picnic sites and nice Cafe. For the more energetic some nice walks.
When? Wed. 2lst September 2022. Depart 8.30am Ret.6pm. Price: National Trust Members £16. Non National Trust Members £29. Payment in full would be appreciated. Seats will be on sale at our table on Tuesday 16th August 2022