Visit to Appleby Castle , Moot House , St Annes Hospital 13th June 2019

We propose a visit to Appleby in Westmorland

We will visit the Moot House where Stan Rooke will talk to us about the history of Appleby and the Moot House (one of only two in the UK) 16th century

Next , we will have a guided tour around Appleby Castle with lunch provided (soup , sandwich and tea/coffee) 12th century castle

Then we will go to to St Annes Hospital (alms houses) organised by Lady Anne Clifford because of her concern for the welfare of the poor widows in the town. Built 1651.

If time allows , we will visit St Lawrences Church 12th century where Lady Anne Cliffords tomb is situated

Cost , coach guided tours and lunch is £34

Please see George Birchall at Coffee Morning or call 0151 287 0308 / 07826 048379

4 PLACES LEFT  , first 4 to telephone 07826 048379 will have a place reserved

PLEASE BE AT MAGHULL SQUARE IN TIME FOR THE COACH TO LEAVE PROMPTLY AT 8.00AM

WEATHER EXPECTED TO BE POOR , PLEASE ALLOW FOR SUITABLE CLOTHING/BOOTS

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