The next ramble will be on Thursday 7th February. This will be to West Kirby. Travel on 9.43 train from Maghull North, 9:46 from Maghull. Transfer at Liverpool Central to West Kirby train. 9 mile ramble to Grange Hill Beacon, Caldy Hill and Royden Park, then onwards to Thurstaston Hill, Wirral Way and West Kirby Village. Please bring a packed lunch.
For more details contact Margaret Schumacher 07960 435235.
The next walk will take place on Thursday 7th February and will be a 4-5 mile walk around Thornton and Little Crosby. One footpath, which cannot be avoided, is very muddy, so please wear appropriate footwear. Start point is Grapes pub, Thornton. Please meet there at 10:45. For those travelling by bus the 133 leave Maghull Square at 10:23 or Sefton Lane at !0:26. Contact Judith Jones, 07443 334222 for more details.
The group support desk have recently had enquiries from members who wish to join a ukulele group. At the moment we are unable to offer this. However if there is anyone in the U3A who can play the ukulele, and would be willing to start a beginners group we would be delighted to support you. If you have this skill, please come to the group support desk on a Tuesday morning to discuss. Likewise, if a group of raw beginners wish to get together to self teach, that also could be supported.
The first ramble of 2019 took place yesterday ably led by Alan Carr. Setting off from the lovely village of Croston, the group trekked across open countryside through to the village of Eccleston, and then onward in a circular route to complete the 8 mile ramble. Although the day was cold, it was clear, but the recent rain made the going very heavy underfoot with lots of mud in places. An encounter with a group of horses, one being very bad tempered, gave a little more excitement than we had bargained for, but the least said about that here, the better! Thanks to Alan for organising the ramble and lunch.The next ramble is on Thursday 7th February, to West Kirby. Details to follow.
Kick start 2019 with an 8 mile circular ramble starting in the lovely village of Croston. We will use flat rural footpaths and quiet country lanes. There are 3 stiles to be negotiated and some sections could prove muddy after the rain, so appropriate footwear is essential. There will be an opportunity to have a pub lunch after the walk. Meet at 9:30 at Maghull Baptist Church to organise car share. Further details of ramble can be obtained from leader, Alan Carr 07949 379266. No need to book ,just turn up!
The first walk of 2019 will take place on Thursday 3rd January. This will be a 5 mile flat walk around Ormskirk. Meet at Ormskirk railway station at 10:30 travelling from Maghull on 10:15 train or approx.10:10 bus. For further details contact Judith Jones 07443 334222
The foodie group dined out today ay L20 Restaurant for a lovely Christmas lunch, prepared, cooked and served by the talented students of Hugh Baird college. As can be seen from the photos it was a very happy occasion, with great food and fantastic service as usual. Look at the concentration on the diners faces!! A good finale to our Foodie group year! Happy Christmas everyone!
The final Nordic walk of 2018 took place tonight with 16 walkers taking their poles around Maghull to view the Christmas lights. With antlers, Santa hats, and various Xmas head gear donned the group made a festive sight, stopping for a photo in front of a particularly lovely garden display. At the end of the walk the poles were stashed and we retired to Brenda’s house for the traditional Christmas drinks and supper. The walks resume on Monday 7th January at 10:15 for the morning walk, or Monday 14th January at 6:30pm for the evening walk. Both walks start from Maghull Leisure Centre.
3rd January Croston Alan Carr 07949 379266
7th February West Kirkby Margaret Schumacher 07960 435235
7th March Peckforton Alan Carr 07949 379266
4th April Beamers trail Witton Country Park Margaret Kendall 07810 730936
2nd May Douglas Valley Peter Willox 07899 103122
6th June Malham Tarn Dave Cadwallader 07790 081778
3rd January Ormskirk Train
7th February Thornton/Little Crosby Bus
7th March Rimrose Valley Train
4th April Hootn/Parkgate Trian
2nd May Hesketh Bank Train/Bus
6th June Billinge Loop Car