The situation at the moment is still very fluid and filled with uncertainty with regard to group holiday breaks. Although a lot of Hotels are now open there are restrictions in place eg.  No buffet breakfasts, staggered meal times, no entertainment and safe distancing at all times.  There is the added complication of coach travel which has not been resolved yet.  We have had no opportunity to sell the remaining rooms because of the enforced shutdown and no sign at present of such an opportunity.  Final payment date looms in September. I have been in discussion with Airedale Tours and, with the above mentioned drawbacks in mind, have regretfully come to the decision that this break will not go ahead.  Your deposits are safe and have not been processed and these will be returned to you asap.  This is a big disappointment as this will be the first such break we have missed in 12 years.   Maybe things will be much improved in the Spring and we can look at booking an attractive break in 2021. Let’s sincerely hope so.  Many thanks and sincere apologies to members who have already booked on this trip.  In the meantime keep well, keep safe and enjoy the restrictions that have already been lifted.  Best Wishes Marj

I have received a thoughtful text from George, our driver with Holmeswood Coaches.   He wishes to send his regards to you all and hopes we are all keeping well during this very stressful time.  He also looks forward to seeing us all again in the near future – and so say all of us!!   I have replied thanking him, on all our behalf,  for this kind thoughts.   I hope everyone is keeping well and enjoying this lovely weather, although not that horrendous wind over the week end.  Stay safe, hope we can be together again soon.  Regards  Marj x

Hi – in line with Government recommendations and our own U3A directive, coffee mornings and activities will cease with immediate effect.  This will affect 3 planned Day Trips – Wed.25th March – Wed.8th April – Thurs.21st May.  Well over £2,000 has already been paid in for these trips.  However, if you are booked on please do not worry about refunds.  All payments are recorded against your name and as soon as there is an opportunity you will receive a refund or you can put it towards  a new trip on return. Take care, keep well, see you soon!!  Regards   Marj

 NB Turkey n Tinsel 23.11.20 – 27.ll.20 – Because we are no longer able to sell rooms for the T n T at Coffee Morning, I have been in touch with Airedale for an extension for when the deposits have to be paid in.  It will be on a flexible basis and constantly reviewed.  Therefore, those who have already paid their deposit, do not expect your cheque to be drawn any time soon.

IBooking has now opened for our late break –  23.ll.20 to 27.ll.20,  5 days/4 nights D/B/B at the family owned Osborne Hotel in Ilfracombe in the lovely county of North Devon – please click on Day Trips on the right hand side of the page where you will find full details.

I have now received the menu from the Chef, at Astley Bank Hotel, so please ask for your choice of meal slip, available at our Coffee Morning table,  .  This is for our day trip on the 8th April 2020 to Radio Lancashire and Astley Bank.  Many thanks

It’s that time of year again.  Time to think about our annual late holiday which is an enjoyable welcome break just before the hurly burly of Christmas.  This year group bookings have been really hard to get but we have settled to travel with Airedale, who we know and trust,travelling to Ilfracombe. This is a pretty town with a picture post card harbour, plenty of things to do and it satisfies our needs in the cafe, hotel, coffee shops area as well as lots of individual shops! Set in the lovely county of North Devon, we will be staying at the family owned, warm, comfortable Osborne Hotel which has an enviable reputation for food and is close to all amenities.  All rooms have the usual facilities eg. tea/coffee making, tv., hairdryer, en suite etc. There is entertainment each evening and there will be 3 interesting excursions so why not join us for this short break?

When?  Mon. 23.ll.20 to Fri.27.11.20  5 days/4 nights D/B/B .  Price:  £319pp (will be less with group discount). Deposit £75.  No Sing.Supp.  Free Insurance. Seats will be on sale at our table from Tue. 3rd March 2020.