JUST A REMINDER. Coach will depart from Central Square, for Temple Newsam, Leeds, on WED.16th APRIL 2025 at 8.45am. Cheers. Marj Day Trips Organiser.
Day Trip Temple Newsam, Leeds
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Bodnant Garden and Tweed Mill
A Garden Visit to Bodnant Garden National Trust has been arranged for Wednesday, 21st May 2025. Set in the gentle hills east of the River Conwy across the mountains of Snowdonia. Undoubtedly, Bodnant Gardens looks spectacular throughout the year but with spring comes a crescendo of colour.
They have a national collection of Asian Magnolias and Rhododendrons, some of them more than a century old. The gardens most famous feature is the stunning yellow cascade of the Laburnum Arch and we hope it is flowering for our visit.
Bodnant Gardens is the perfect place for a wonderful and enjoyable day out for everyone. There is a tea room and gift shop
We will first stop at Tweed Mill for a look around and maybe for morning tea/coffee.
Cost of the trip Non-National Trust Members £31
National Trust Members/RHS £14
Depart Maghull Square 8.45am
Return Maghull Square 6pm approx
Flicks and Friends 22.04.25
Our next Flicks and Friends film is the 2013 story of the film Mary Poppins and the interaction of its author P L Travers and Walt Disney.
Staring Emma Thompson and Tom Hanks the film follows Disney’s attempt to gain the rights to Travers’ book.
The film starts at 13:00 and is free to all 60+ Donations are gratefully received.
Art Appreciation, Whitaker Art Gallery Museum.
Friday 13th June
The Whitaker Museum is a lovely, quirky Museum which has been part of the cultural life of the Rossendale Valley for over one hundred years. Set in the beautiful Whitaker Park in Rawtenstall, it’s a great day out for all. A traditional and contemporary Museum Art Gallery but with a modern twist.
We will be visiting the Art Gallery in the morning with a tour costing £5.00 (based on 25 members)
There is a nice cafe on site for a bite of lunch if required before we visit The Temperance Bar which is the only remaining non alcoholic bar in Britain, as seen on the Hairy Bikers Show. We will be visiting the Bar in the afternoon – cost £4.95 including seven tastings.
Along with the cost of the coach the trip will cost £40
Leaving Maghull Square 8.45 am prompt, return around 5 p.m
Full payment upon booking at u3a desk Tuesdays please
April Supper Club
There are a few places still available for the April Supper Club at Nellies Indian Restaurant in Scarisbrick on Tuesday 22nd April. Book and choose your Menu at the Coffee Morning this Tuesday
History 4 Fun
This month’s Speaker [10th of April ] will be Dot Broady Hawks and she will be talking about local heroes
Next month [ 8th of May ] we will be having David Ward and his talk will be
‘All about 150 years of French Republics’ 1875 to the present day
All are welcome
Art Appreciation Thursday May 8th 10.30 am
We are visiting Kirkby Gallery on May 8th for this amazing exhibition. Meet at venue 10.15 am
Booking at our desk on Tuesday is essential.
April in the Yarrow valley
Ten ramblers met for a 10 mile circular walk near Chorley today. Almost perfect walking weather saw temperatures rise to 17C with blue skies and dry underfoot conditions.
We started in the Yarrow Valley Country Park and took in Astley Hall , the Leeds Liverpool canal and woodlands before our return to the park for a welcome cup of tea.
The Birkacre Park dates back to the 1300s and has a wealth of industrial history based around textiles, coal, steel and innovation.
Astley Hall is a lovely estate dating back to the 16th century. The house, gardens, cafe and shop have recently been upgraded and are well worth a visit.
Thanks to Carmel and Paul for a good day out.
Day Trips Membership Renewal
On checking my Day Trip bookings I have noticed there are a couple of members who have not yet renewed their membership. The new membership year commenced on the lst April and you do need to be a member to participate in any activities There are implications for insurance etc if you are not a member. Many thanks. Cheers Marj
Cornwall Wine Tour 27/9/25 – 02/10/25
19 members have booked single rooms with a £100 supplement for a double room
There is 1 single room available with no £100 supplement
Furthermore , there may be some sea view rooms available to those who have paid the single supplement of £100 which will entail a supplemental charge of £75
Consideration will be given on “a first come , first served basis” to any member that is interested
Text George on 07826 048379 , with name please , if any member wishes to take up either option