It’s the largest County in England and often described as God’s Own Country – yes you’ve guessed we are off to Yorkshire.  We will start our day in the ever popular town of Skipton , Gateway to the Dales on a canal trip on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, where morning coffee/biscuits will be served and a lively entertaining commentary will be provided by Dave Spikey of Phoenix Nights and 8 out of 10 Cats fame.  There will then be time to visit Skipton with its’ colourful market, individual shops, good choice of Cafes including the famous Bizzie Lizzies Fish and Chips, hotels, pubs etc. for some lunch.  Then we are off to Settle, the home of the Settle to Carlisle train journey, where we will spend an afternoon of light hearted fun at the Flower Pot Festival.  All made by locals.  See the most imaginative creations – see how many you can spot. It’s also another lovely Yorkshire town to explore with cobbled courtyards, etc.to wander round. Time for an afternoon cuo of tea/cake before departing for home.

When Friday 18th August 2017 Dep.8.30am  Ret.6pm Price £19 inc.boat trip/morning coffee. Seats will be on sale at our table on Tues.16th May 2017

One of our final paying in days for the above trip co-incides with the AGM.  Please note that we will collect any outstanding balances after the AGM or alternatively, you can pay the following Tuesday 30th May 2017. Many thanks

This time we are off to the interesting, historic  County of Lancashire.  We will pay a visit first to the Bay View Garden Centre, which is in an area of outstanding natural beauty and one of the best kept secrets nestled on the Lancashire Coast.  With stunning views across Morecambe Bay to the Lake District, there is everything you would expect to find in a top Garden Centre together with a reasonably priced Potting Shed Restaurant, serving light snacks, tea/coffee, delicious cakes and lunches. On a nice day there is a lovely terrace to sit out on.  Then we will travel on to Leighton Hall, still the home of the Gillow family of the Waring and Gillow furniture fame. Situated on the Lancashire/Cumberland border,  this beautiful home is a delight to visit (you can touch and sit whatever/wherever) and we will have an entertaining guided tour with time to see their wonderful gardens..  There is a falconry display during the afternoon,( weather permitting) and then time for a cup of tea/coffee/cakes in their restaurant before we depart for home

WHEN Fri.30th June 2017   Dep.9.15am  Ret.6pm  Price: £17 inc.guided tour.  Seats will be on sale at our table on Tues.11th April 2017

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This time we are off to the lovely County of Derbyshire.  and will visit the ancient town of Wirksworth, not as popular as some of the towns like Matlock, Buxton, Bakewell etc. but nevertheless it is one of the oldest towns in the Peak District.  It is steeped in history with many interesting buildings, picturesque cobbled streets and Craftsmen’s Yards to investigate.  It also has up to 10 Well Dressings at this time of the year. This is an age old tradition mostly only found in Derbyshire.  They are made by local people from natural materials such as petals, leaves, stones wood etc. They are always beautiful, spectacular and often topical.  There will be time for a coffee, good choice of cafes and browse round (an optional guided tour of the town is on offer)  Then we will be off to Sir Richard Arkwright’s Masson Mill, built in l783.  It is the finest and best preserved example of an Arkwright Cotton Mill.  There is a working Textile Museum, where we will have a guided tour, a demonstration of the working looms and hear about life here as a Millworker.  A shopping village if you feel like having a look and a nice restaurant serving coffee/meals etc. with a good choice of menu.

WHEN – Wednesday 3lst May 2017.  Departing 8.30am Return 6pm. Price:£15 inc.guided tour(s)  Seats will be on sale at our table on Tuesday 7th March 2017.

Imperial Hotel, Eastbourne – This year, for our November break,  we are moving from the North to the South – to Eastbourne which is an elegant resort at the foot of the South Downs in Sussex.  An interesting town with lots to do. A picture perfect redeveloped harbour area, galleries, museums, coffee stops and shopping.  The surrounding area is steeped in history with ancient villages and towns.  We will be staying at the impressive Victorian Imperial Hotel, which is owned by Robinsons Holidays, on a 5 day/4 nights d/b/b break,. which is just 2 minutes walk from the seafront and close to all town amenities.  All rooms are en suite with TV., hospitality tray, hairdryer, etc. There is a comfortable lounge area, bars and a dining room which serves hearty home cooked food.  Entertainment each evening and 3 excursions.  l. Arundel/Chichester, 2.Lewes/Brighton and 3. Michelham Priory/Tenterden with a stop on the way at a Winery.(may be subject to change)

WHEN Sunday 5th November 2017 to Thursday 9th November 2017.  Price £l89 (will be less with group discount).  Deposit £50 per person.  No Single Supplement. Optional Insurance £15. Seats will be on sale at our table on Tuesday 2lst February 2017.