Thirteen Stramblers took the train to West Kirby and set off on Grange Road to the start of the Wirral Way. The Wirral Way, known as “The Joint” because it follows the track bed of part of the former Birkenhead Railway from West Kirby to Hooton and the Continue reading
Well here it is Christmas Lunch time! Where has the year gone? Starting our day at the Trafford Centre which has a world renowned reputation for shopping, dining etc. Marks & Spencer is opening a brand new store here late November so we will be some of the early visitors. Plenty of interest and a chance to get those last minute Christmas presents and edible goodies. Then we are off to the 4*Mere Court Hotel in Knutsford, an Edwardian Country house, set in 7 acres of grounds.
Originally a wedding present but now converted into a luxury Hotel/Conference Centre. Here we will have a 3 course Christmas Lunch, tea/coffee followed by an afternoon of entertainment. So we can sit back, relax and enjoy all the music we know.
WHEN? Wednesday 13th December 2023. Dep.9.30am Ret.5ish. Price: £38pp inc.lunch/entertainment. Seats will be on sale at our table on Tuesday 3rd October 2023
Join us for a five day break to the west coast of Wales. Departing on the 16th of September 2024 enjoy visits to Shrewsbury, Aberystwyth and Devil’s Bridge; enjoy the gardens of Aberglasney along with a cream tea; wander around Tenby’s pretty cottages enjoy the rugged coastline of Cardigan Bay and travel home having seen the dragon fountain of Llandrindod Wells. Double click on the flier to discover the full itinerary, cost and supplements
Booking opens on the 3rd of October at 09:20. Singles are like hens’ teeth so remember to come early!!
CAN ALL MEMBERS WHO ARE JOINING THE ABOVE TOUR PLEASE REFER TO THE “HOLIDAY PACK” THAT WAS PROVIDED TO THEM
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Last Friday,s speaker Dot Broady Hawkes gave a fascinating talk on Latham Hall and the history of the families involved.
another really interesting speaker that kept everyone enthralled for the full hour and half.
we will most certainly be inviting her again for more of the same in the not to distant future.
next months (October) speaker will be our very own historian David Ward will be talking about the life of Napoleon Bonaparte, knowing David this should be a good one.
St.Helens glass is famous all over the world (think Pilkingtons). Dedicated to this 
world famous town and its’ products, is The World of Glass Museum, which has just undergone a l million pound refurbishment and is now ready to invite visitors to return and see the result. We will have tea/coffee on arrival and then a guided tour of the property to see all the interesting parts and products of this Museum. We will also have a glass blowing demonstration which will be followed by lunch. We will then visit the family owned Garden Centre, Whittakers in Prescot, which has been purpose built and was opened in April of this year. Lots of products to browse and with its’ Christmas Decorations displays, should prompt us to think about buying presents and stocking fillers. In addition, there is the Palm Court Cafe where you can have tea/coffee/cakes
WHEN? Wednesday 22nd November 2023. Dep.9.30am Ret.4.30pm. Price: ~ £23pp (includes morning coffee and lunch) Seats will be on sale at our table on Tues.26th September 2023
NB date for your diary Wednesday 13th December 2023 when we will be holding our Christmas Lunch. Full details soon.
Members are to note that there have been a number of “covid infections” recently
One member advised on Monday 17th September that she had become infected and that she would not be joining the above trip.
To safeguard members it would be appreciated if all members attending this Thursdays trip take a “covid test” early in the morning prior to joining the coach at 8.30am and if “positive” please advise George Birchall on 07826 048379 and do not enter the coach
All other members where a “negative” reading has been indicated should think about wearing a mask whilst on the coach etc.
Please advise George at an early date if any member is unlikely to join the trip , this will enable George to notify the Hall and the Pub of reduced numbers.
Three new shows for the New Year
Tues 9th January 2024 The Empire Theatre at 7.30 pm
Varna International Ballet presents: Sleeping Beauty
Tickets £29.50. Please pay by 14th November.
Thursday 22nd February. The Empire Theatre at 2.30pm
Matthew Bourne Ballet Company presents: Edward Scissorhands
Tickets £35.12. Please pay by 21st November.
Saturday 2nd March. The Empire Theatre 2.30 pm
The Drifters Girl.
Tickets £48.00. Please pay by 12th December.
Fifteen strollers took the train to West Kirby Station (with a short, worrying, unscheduled stop outside Bidston). We left the station along Grange Road to the start of the Wirral Way – part of the Wirral Country Park which opened in 1973. The Wirral Way follows Continue reading