Art Appreciation, Whitaker Art Gallery Museum.

Posted on 7th April 2025 by mbirchall

Friday 13th June

The Whitaker Museum is a lovely, quirky Museum which has been part of the cultural life of the Rossendale Valley for over one hundred years. Set in the beautiful Whitaker Park in Rawtenstall, it’s a great day out for all. A traditional and contemporary Museum Art Gallery but with a modern twist.

We will be visiting the Art Gallery in the morning with a tour costing £5.00 (based on 25 members)

There is a nice cafe on site for a bite of lunch if required before we visit The Temperance Bar which is the only remaining non alcoholic bar in Britain, as seen on the Hairy Bikers Show. We will be visiting the Bar in the afternoon – cost £4.95 including seven tastings.

Along with the cost of the coach the trip will cost £40

Leaving Maghull Square 8.45 am prompt, return around 5 p.m

Full payment upon booking at u3a desk Tuesdays please

April Supper Club

Posted on 5th April 2025 by Susan Quinn

There are a few places still available for the April Supper Club at Nellies Indian Restaurant in Scarisbrick on Tuesday 22nd April. Book and choose your Menu at the Coffee Morning this Tuesday

History 4 Fun

Posted on 4th April 2025 by eric purvis

This month’s Speaker [10th of April ] will be Dot Broady Hawks and she will be talking about local heroes

Next month [ 8th of May ] we will be having David Ward and his talk will be

‘All about 150 years of French Republics’ 1875 to the present day

All are welcome

Art Appreciation Thursday May 8th 10.30 am

Posted on 4th April 2025 by mbirchall

We are visiting Kirkby Gallery on May 8th for this amazing exhibition. Meet at venue 10.15 am

Booking at our desk on Tuesday is essential.

April in the Yarrow valley

Posted on 3rd April 2025 by philcdav

Ten ramblers met for a 10 mile circular walk near Chorley today. Almost perfect walking weather saw temperatures rise to 17C with blue skies and dry underfoot conditions.

We started in the Yarrow Valley Country Park and took in Astley Hall , the Leeds Liverpool canal and woodlands before our return to the park for a welcome cup of tea.

The Birkacre Park dates back to the 1300s and has a wealth of industrial history based around textiles, coal, steel and innovation.

Astley Hall is a lovely estate dating back to the 16th century. The house, gardens, cafe and shop have recently been upgraded and are well worth a visit.

Thanks to Carmel and Paul for a good day out.

Day Trips Membership Renewal

Posted on 3rd April 2025 by marja

On checking my Day Trip bookings I have noticed there are a couple of members who have not yet renewed their membership. The new membership year commenced on the lst April and you do need to be a member to participate in any activities There are implications for insurance etc if you are not a member. Many thanks. Cheers Marj

Cornwall Wine Tour 27/9/25 – 02/10/25

Posted on 3rd April 2025 by George Birchall

19 members have booked single rooms with a £100 supplement for a double room

There is 1 single room available with no £100 supplement

Furthermore , there may be some sea view rooms available to those who have paid the single supplement of £100 which will entail a supplemental charge of £75

Consideration will be given on “a first come , first served basis” to any member that is interested

Text George on 07826 048379 , with name please , if any member wishes to take up either option

Tooleys Boat Yard Banbury 24/4/25 8.00am

Posted on 3rd April 2025 by George Birchall

There are several places still available for the above

Return journey by luxury Corporate coach from Maghull Square

We will look at areas of the boat yard including the history of the Oxford Canal , have a guided tour of the boat yard (see previous post for full detail) the boat yard museum and a 40 minute canal cruise

A buffet lunch will be served at Ye Olde Reine Deer Inn consisting of 8 separate items (see George for full detail)

Cost is £43

See George or Jeff at AFF desk