A brand new exhibition exploring and celebrating the history of landscapes by women artists Free Entry,donations welcome.
Blackberry Gathering, Elizabeth Adela Forbes (née Armstrong), first exhibited 1912
How beautiful is this?
Friday 10th May Meet at Gallery @ 1.15pm or at Maghull Station for 11.am train ,to have lunch in lovely cafe on site.
Book at u3a Tuesday with Maureen or Jan
All welcome. TAKE CARE .
12 members of the rambling group followed in historical footsteps today to complete a 10 mile circular walk from Chester to Eccleston on the route named as a pilgrimage walk. Starting at Chester station we walked into the outskirts of the city into Grosvenor Park then downwards onto the banks of the River Dee. Following the tow path as far as the suspension bridge, we crossed the river to the opposite side and accessed the route through the Chester Meadows on lands which historically have belonged to Earl of Chester Continue reading
We will start our day with a visit to Heskin Hall Shopping Village Nr.Chorley. Set in open 
countryside. Plenty of interest here and a selection of individually owned shops. The perfect place if your are looking for a special something. There is a nice cafe, Hepplestones Art Gallery, Ice Cream Parlour and a selection of fresh food outlets. Then we will cross over to Heskin Hall. A Lancashire Tudor Manor House dating back to the l500’s. with an interesting history. It is now one of the largest antique centres in the North West with individually owned
antique outlets. Here we will have a 2 course hot meal followed by tea/coffee. We will then have a talk (subject to be confirmed but relating to the property) and time to wander and see some of the valuables on offer.
WHEN?? Thursday 18th April 2024. Departing 9.15am Returning 5pm. Price: £25 inc. 2 course lunch/tea/coffee. Seats will be on sale at our table on Tuesday 6th February 2024.
some nice pics submitted for the photography topics.
Welcome back to hopefully a great New Year of photography.
Jan. 15th is transport and 29th is photography
A good turn out for December night shots topic.
Next topic is transport on Jan. 15th 2024