April 08 The 10 big questions in science.
April 22 Spice chemistry
Tech and Science – April 2020
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Setup and take-down team
We are again struggling with the number of folk 
helping with setup and take down at the start and end of the Tuesday ‘coffee mornings’.
Can you help please?
Setup starts at 9 am and take-down at 11.15
Tursel and Tinkey
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.
Day Trip – Nb. Choice of Meal Slip
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
Hike to the Pike
25 of us had a great ramble today in the countryside around Rivington Pike. The weather was beautiful. After the early morning frost, the sun came out and we walked under a clear blue sky and no wind. We set off from Great House Barn and followed the tracks across Breres meadows. The leaders had chosen a lower route than the ascent to the pike, due to the volume of high winds we have recently had, which would have made the higher route dangerous. We were joined by another walker as we strolled through the woods who then gave us a very comprehensive history of the Castle, which is in fact a Folly, and was constructed as a ruin, and also the history of the reservoir. The land still belongs to the Leverhulme family, owners of Port Sunlight on the Wirral. Continue reading
Digital Cameras 02/03 – ‘Close Up’
Why do people join our U3A?
The motivation to join could be related to changing circumstances, encouragement from friends or family, the desire to explore or extend existing or new interests, or the wish to offer something meaningful in retirement.
The wish to offer something meaningful in retirement
If you are looking for an opportunity to continue using skills you have from a previous working life or you have a hobby you would like to share with others, come and discuss how we can progress your idea/s with the Group Leaders Support Team on a Tuesday morning.
In the report Living Life, Extending Horizons, Challenging Conventions published by U3A in July 2018 the “springboard effect” is referred to. The report looks at the value of building confidence in people by offering them the opportunity to take responsibility. At the moment our walking groups have become very popular and as we move into the Spring, the interest will almost certainly increase. We are urgently looking for people to lead duplicate groups which could mirror existing walking groups. We have all the details of walks we just need people to lead them. Can you help?
The Congleton and District U3A have just started a laughter exercise group.
Sue Ward their Chair states “lots of our groups clearly have some fun and laughter, but I thought there might be scope to bring extra laughter into our lives. The more I investigated laughter exercises (often referred to as laughter yoga) the more I thought we should have a go”. They now run successful fortnightly 30 minute sessions. Do you fancy running a laughter group for our U3A? It have been proven that laughter helps reduce stress. There are resources available to help get a group going
Hoghton Tower and Smithhills Hall 25/11/2021
We have arranged a visit to the above 2 properties
Coach travel from Maghull Square and return leaving Maghull Square at 9.00am , please arrive at Square 8.45am (face coverings to be worn on coach , during the hall / tower tours and on entry to the Cavendish Arms dining area)
Entry and guided tour of Smithhills Hall (tea/coffee and biscuits available and included in cost)
Entry and guided tour of Hoghton Tower
Buffet lunch that was to be provided at Hoghton Tower has been cancelled by the premises due to staff shortages. Arrangements have been agreed with Cavendish Arms to provide soup (potato and leek) and sandwiches/fries (sandwiches on ciabatta bread with dressed salad) Hot Beef and Onion – Lancashire Cheese and Tomato – Honey Roast Ham , refillable tea and coffee will also be provided Members to contact George Birchall with choice of sandwich on 07826 048379
MEMBERS TO NOTE THAT THE COST FOR 36 MEMBERS HAS INCREASED BUT ARCHITECTURE for FUN WILL COVER THIS INCREASED COST NO REFUNDS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR MEMBERS WHO DO NOT TURN UP FOR THE EVENT
Cost exclusive of refreshments £27.00
Trip full at present
See George or John at Architecture for Fun desk
Corona virus update – March 13th
To Chairs and Secretaries
Please find enclosed updated advice from Healthwatch – the NHS consumer watchdog.
What’s the risk of catching coronavirus in the UK?
The NHS and Public Health England are well prepared for outbreaks of new infectious diseases. The NHS has put in place measures to ensure the safety of all patients and NHS staff while also ensuring services are available to the public as normal.
The UK Chief Medical Officers have raised the risk to the public from low to moderate. But the risk to individuals remains low. If you have arrived back to the UK from mainland China and other specified areas, follow the advice for returning travelers at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-information-for-the-public
Croston Crosswinds
Only three Day Riders took to the roads today in the aftermath of Storm Jorge. The group met at The Derby Arms and then we made our way to Edge Hill and on to Lathom. A favourable tailwind pushed us towards Croston where we were pleased to see the Yarrow was much lower than we expected.
The Velo Cafe was full of cyclists but soon we were tucking into scones and tea cakes to fortify us for the return via Rufford, Burscough, and Ormskirk through to Maghull. Those calories were soon used up as we pushed on against head and side winds. A great ride of 41 miles with a challenging return journey.