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Topics and dates for June:
June 10: Domestic Ovens – History and Science
June 24: Dandelions – Good or Bad?
Meet at Kensington House 2.30pm. We will be taking our summer break and will resume on September 9th.
Topics and presenters are required for next season. Do you have something in mind?
Would you like to present to the group? Anything ‘tech or science’ would be good.
Contact Colin or Phil with suitable suggestions please and have a great summer.
This month we faced a new approach to our story writing, one we all thought would be difficult to follow but we shouldn’t have been worried.
The group produced amazing stories that our remit of – include a children’s entertainer, a Rotarian, a post card and set in a fast food outlet, had seemed impossible.
Our take on the assignment brought out a set of stories that varied from true accounts to comical pieces and pieces that brought us close to tears.
The standard of writing produced by this group is truly excellent with the gang raising the bar every time.
I wish you could read them all not just the monthly choice. Perhaps one day we’ll publish our own anthology?? Maybe!!
This month’s story is called ‘The Reunion’ by Jane Jones
The Architecture Group had a lovely visit today to Capesthorne Hall near Macclesfield. After viewing the outside of the imposing building, hearing a little of its history and the family who have lived there for hundreds of years, we were treated to an exclusive guided tour of the inside of the house. Usually only opened to the public on Sundays and Mondays, we had the place to ourselves. We toured the magnificent rooms on all floors and marvelled at the artefacts accumulated by the family over the years. The tour concluded with a visit to the family chapel which was a sight to behold. Following a lovely lunch we had time to wander through the well kept gardens and woodlands enjoying the last of the days of the current heatwave. Thanks to George for yet another interesting and very well organised day out.
Due to a cancellation , there are 2 places available. SEE PREVIOUS POST TO SEE DETAILS
Text George on 07826 048379 or call at Architecture for Fun desk if any member wishes to book a place.
As previously advised the coach will leave Maghull Square at 8.30am , please arrive in time to board the coach
Please advise George by text on 07826 048379 if you are not likely to join the tour
A further Wine Tasting will take place on the above date from 2.15pm to 4.30pm at Lydiate Village Centre , Lambshear Lane ,Lydiate
The tasting will be of “Australian Wines” together with charcuterie, cheese, olives , biscuits etc with Jon Atkinson , formerly of Winetime giving his expert knowledge of each of the wines
The cost is £15 per member , see George or Jeff at the Wine Tasting desk to book a place , due to the capacity allowed in the room there are maximum 32 places available
For those with your name on the list for the June Supper Club on Thursday 18th June at The Saracens Head in Halsall, the cost will be £25 for 2 courses. Please call at this weeks coffee morning to pay and view the menu.
Back again by popular request. It’s becoming our annual outing and why not when it has so much to offer? Set on the large open green space on Lytham front there is an entertainment/licensed marquee, re enactments, parades, dancing in Clifton Sq (do your jitterbugging) lots of people in lovely 40’s fashions, authentic uniforms, stalls, food/drink, even Winston makes an appearance etc.etc. The ancient Windmill is open to the public to visit on the Green as is the Heritage Centre. If you fancy a tram ride along the front to St.Annes or Blackpool it’s all possible. Most importantly, don’t forget to visit Clifton Street, the main Street in Lytham, which has a good variety of individually owned shops, some of which and their staff are dressed for the occasion plus there is a good selection of Cafes, Bars etc. Plenty of choice to eat.
WHEN? Saturday 15th August 2026. Depart 9.15am Ret 6ish from/to Maghull Sq. Seats are on sale PRICE: £13 (compare our price to other local trips £23) NB if you are paying cash the right money would be appreciated
We have also been offered the daily menu for Salts Mill, this needs to be pre ordered. DINER GROUP BOOKING MENU SS’26 (1)
I will also bring in to u3a Tuesday. All orders need to be pad for by end of June. Maureen
Hello all who have booked for this visit to Saltaire and Loading Bay. Request from Salt Mill, do we want to eat with them at 1.30pm ?
See nice menu below. Cost £22
Café into the Opera at 1.30pm for a selection of sandwiches (Cheese & Spiced carrot chutney, Home roast Honey & mustard Ham, Tuna Mayo) served on a mixture of white & brown bread with additional fries & salad. .Tea & Filter coffee & a selection of cakes to finish.
I am happy to accept this, it means we will all be together in time for the coach to go to next venue at 2.40pm for Extraordinary Portraits.
Please let us know if you would be interested in this, asap. Next Tuesday if possible.
Maureen / Jan