We will hold an “Italian Extravaganza” including some of Italy’s favourite wines
There will be the usual charcuterie , cheese , olives , biscuits etc
Cost is £12 for the tasting and £10 for a return taxi transfer from Maghull Square , see George on Banbury trip to book a place (and pay) or see George or Jeff at U3A coffee morning
Arrangements are in hand to visit two venues in the Burnley area
Return travel from Maghull Square in luxury corporate coach
Firstly , we will visit The Singing Ringing Tree Sculpture “Burnley’s Panopticon – a circular architectural design” , designed by Mike Tonkin and Anna Liu , winner in 2007 of the National Award of the Royal Institute of British Architects for architectural interest
Afterwards , we will visit Queen Street Textile Museum built in 1894 , the last surviving 19th century steam powered weaving mill in the world , it is a Grade 1 listed building , an included soup and sandwich lunch will be taken after which we will then have a guided tour lasting between 1 – 1.5 hours
Cost is £40 per member , see George on Banbury trip to book a place (and pay) or see George or Jeff at U3A coffee morning.
Did you leave a navy blue umbrella on the Coach to Leeds? If you did please claim it.
Our day will start in the lovely, ever popular town of Llangollen. Take your time to stroll round the busy High Street. Plenty of individually owned shops with an amazing array of Crafts and local produce including delicious Welsh Cakes. Stroll along the banks of the River Dee. Take the ancient bridge across the Dee in the centre of the town and you will see The Wharf. Here is where the horse drawn boats and a nice Tea Rooms can be found. Access is so much easier now with the newly installed steps. Good choice of coffee shops for morning coffee/cake and perhaps some lunch THEN we are off to Chirk Castle, owned and run by the National Trust. The Castle has stood here for Centuries and has a fascinating history. Amazing views and plenty of interest. There are no guided tours available but plenty of volunteers to answer all your questions. You may prefer to have your lunch here.
WHEN? Wednesday 11th June 2025. Depart 9.15am Return 6pm. Seats are on sale. PRICE: £14 National Trust Members £30 Non National Trust Members.
We took the train to Rock Ferry Station for today’s walk and made our way towards the Mersey. We crossed the Rock Ferry Bypass and joined the Wirral Way leading to the Waterfront and the Royal Mersey Yacht Club, (one of the country’s oldest Yacht Clubs, given its’ Royal Charter by Queen Victoria in 1844). At the waterfront Continue reading
Only 2 places left for this interesting look into the world of canals
A guided tour, a look at many elements of canals and boat making and a 40 minute cruise on the Oxford Canal
A buffet lunch (8 different items) is included at the Ye Olde Reine Deer Inn (see menu on notice board)
See previous posts for more detail
Just a reminder that there will be no u3a Coffee morning on the 22nd April . This follows our tradition of not meeting on the Tuesday after Easter.
Have great Easter break
We all have favourite authors but have you ever wondered what got Charles Dickens, Stephen King and dear old Agatha Christie started? Stories, poems and plays often start orally but there’s something really satisfying about keeping that story alive by writing it down.
We are hoping that budding authors amongst you might just like to get together and begin a writing group of our own .
No one is asking you to write a novel or challenge Shakespeare to a play writing contest; just to come along and have a chat.
There is something quite uplifting about reading your own work, be it a three line Haiku, a saucy limerick or a short story to like minded folk. If this something that appeals to you please let us know so we can arrange that special first meeting.
Use the reply box (no quills needed) to show your interest or put your name and mobile number on the list on the u3a board next week.
The May Supper Club is being held at The Lake House in Crosby on Thursday 22nd May at 6.00pm. You will be able to enjoy a 2 course meal alongside lovely views over the Mersey.
Book at U3A coffee morning on Tuesday with a £10 deposit (to secure the booking) Bookings can only be taken with the deposit. Approximate cost £25 (awaiting new summer menu)