A visit to Lydiate Abbey where the history of the Abbey will be explained by David Russell followed by a talk on “Stonemasonry” by Ken Hughes , a local Stonemason, who will have several exhibits to show members
We will then move to the Scotch Piper where David Russell will explain the history of the pub and the area
We will then go inside the Scotch Piper to enjoy tea , coffee or a beer
Cost is £15 per member
See George or Jeff at desk to book and pay
The taxi will leave Maghull Square at 12NOON , please arrive in time to board taxi
For those making their own way , please arrive at car park for 12.45 (at gate advise security “with Maghull and Lydiate U3A on a guided tour)
As there has been very little time to accept bookings after the resumption of activities at U3A , I have agreed with the venue and Jon Atkinson that the tasting will now be on Wednesday 18TH FEBRUARY , again 2.15pm – 4.30pm for a tasting of Spanish wines with the usual food
Can members who have booked , please either text George on 07826 048379 or visit the Wine Tasting desk on Tuesday 20th January to confirm that this date is still suitable..
There are a number of places available for other members on this new date and a place can be secured by visiting the Wine Tasting desk from Tuesday 20th January and paying the required £15 fee
After the successful return on 11th December to the Lydiate Village Centre , Lambshear Lane , Lydiate , Liverpool L31 2LA (buses are available from Maghull Square and stop outside the centre) when Jon Atkinson of Winetime gave us his expert advice on a selection of Italian wines which were accompanied by charcuterie and cheese platters , olives , biscuits etc
The next tasting will be on 11th February 2026 when a selection of Spanish wines will be offered with the usual food as listed above
Cost is £15 per member , please visit George and Jeff at the Wine Tasting desk on Tuesday morning to book a place , places are limited as we are only able to hire the small room
Alternatively text George on 07826 048379 to book a place and thereafter visit the desk to pay (do not leave a “comment” on the website as we do not check for “comments”
Members to note that if a taxi transfer has been booked , it will leave Maghull Square at 12noon to arrive at the stadium for 12.45pm , there is a car park alongside the stadium ,
Members who are making there own way there by car , at the entrance to the car park , driver to state (ON A STADIUM TOUR WITH MAGHULL AND LYDIATE U3A) arrive at 12.45pm for a walk/tour of the plaza , anyone who has purchased a commemorative tile will have time to locate there tile
Contact George on 07826 048379 or call at Architecture for Fun desk if further information / clarification is required
Lunch is at 12 noon on Wednesday 17th December
Please arrive from 11.45am
If any member requires further information , please text George on 07826 048379 , do not leave comment on post!!!!!
A very enjoyable afternoon on 11/12 2025 with some new Italian wines explained by our host Jon Atkinson , thanks to those who attended
Arrangements are confirmed with the Centre for further tastings on 11/02/26 , 06/05/26 , 10/06/26 and 12/08/26
See George or Jeff to book only 32 places available
£15 per member for the usual 6 wines , food etc
Members to note that if a taxi has been booked it will leave Maghull Square at 12noon for arrival at the stadium for 12.45
Members who are making there own way there to arrive at 12.45 for a walk / tour of the Plaza
Tour of the stadium will commence at 2.00pm
If further information is required please see George/Jeff at AFF desk or text George on 07826 048379 , do not leave comment on post
The tasting will commence at approximately 2.00pm , please do not arrive more than 15 minutes before 2.00pm to allow for the “setting up ” to be completed
We hope to finish approximately 4.20/4.30pm
Contact George by text if any directions or other information is required
The lunch is due to commence at approximately 12 noon at Academy Restaurant
Please arrive in time but not before 11.45 as “setting up” is required
Please text George on 07826 048379 if directions or any other information is required