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New Day Trip

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We will start our day with a visit to Kendal. which is a border town not very far from Lancashire, but most definitely in Cumbria, and is just 9 miles from Windermere. There is plenty to do and see here. Don’t miss The Yards which house interesting artisan shops, the Chocolate House selling the most delicious chocolate drinks and just about anything else chocolaty. You might be interested in the Quaker Museum of Tapestries and it is market day. Plenty of coffee shops and don’t forget Kendal Mint Cake originally designed for the first Mount Everest team. You may want to have lunch here or wait until we get to Lowther Castle in Penrith,  which has a lovely Cafe. An Exhibition Gallery tells the story of the Castle and its’ family and how it is being restored to its’ former glory. When we visit there will be an amazing sight to see of 10,000 ceramic daffodils proceeds from which will go to Charity

When? Wednesday 17th May 2023.  Dep.8.30am  Ret.6pm. Price £23 per person. Seats will be on sale at our table on Tuesday 7th March 2023.

NB. This trip has been suggested by one of our Members. If you have somewhere in mind that you would like to visit please come and discuss it with us.

 

New Day Trip

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Our first visit of the day is to the Marks and Spencer Archive Museum at Leeds University. Here we will have a talk about M and S and a cup of  tea/coffee. M and S has played a part in our lives for over 135 years and we will explore the development and impact they have had on the social history of Gt.Britain ranging from Staff Welfare to Puddings and Pants.  There are unique artefacts , basic historic garments etc. and will track the journey from Market Stall to International Retailer.  Time to explore the exhibition.  Time to get some lunch then we are off to The Arium. This is a fascinating place that provides everything the City of Leeds needs in their floral displays in public places and lots more. It is the largest  Local Authority Nursery in the country growing over 3 million plants a year.  We will have a guided tour, there is a well stocked shop and to finish a delicious afternoon tea. 

WHEN? Wednesday 26th April 2023. Dep.8.30am Ret.6pm. Price: £32 inc.morning coffee/tea/afternoon tea and guided tours/talk.  Seats will be on sale at our Coffee Morning table on Tuesday 3lst January. Venue size restricts us to 35 seats only.

New Day Trip

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Overlooked by the mysterious Pendle Hill, associated with stories about the Pendle Witches, and an ancient castle, Clitheroe is nearly 1,000 years old.

 But there is nothing old fashioned here. It’s quaint streets are lined with individual shops. Where else can you find a dedicated sausage shop selling over 75 varieties, an amazing wine shop and brilliant food hall etc.  Lots of places for morning coffee in its’ fast growing foodie reputation.  Then we are off for a delicious 2 course lunch followed by tea/coffee/mints at the Fence Gate Inn which has an unrivalled position in the Trough of Bowland which is an area of outstanding natural beauty.

WHEN? Wed.22nd March 2023. Dep.9.15am  Ret.4.30pm. Price £34 includes 2 course lunch followed by tea/coffee/mints. Seats will be on sale at our table on Tuesday 17th January 2023. NB.PLEASE ASK FOR CHOICE OF MEAL SLIP

Day Trips

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If I haven’t already done so I am sending you best wishes for a Happy, Healthy 2023. Planning has begun for 2023 for Day Trips.  Looking to find new and interesting trips and to seeing you booked on them. In the meantime, make a note of the following, dates  in your diary/on your calendar.  Our first trips will be on , Wed.22nd March, Wed.26th April, Wed.17th May . Full details will be posted here on the website as soon as they are sorted and on our table at Coffee Mornings.   Watch this space!!

Greetings from Day Trips

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Just a little message but with a big meaning to all our Members. Another year has passed and it has been so nice to meet you all on Tuesday Coffee Mornings and on our Day Trips throughout this year. Thank you to all who have supported our trips, our “longstanding members” and a lot of new members too. Look forward to seeing you on Tuesday 10th January 2023. In the meantime, wishing you, and yours, a very Happy Christmas and a Happy HEALTHY 2023. Best wishes –  Marj

Day Trips 2 Tickets

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Due to cancellation two tickets are available for the Neil Sands Christmas Show, which is currently touring the country, at Floral Pavilion Theatre, New Brighton. on Wed.23rd November. In the morning we will visit the family owned Carr Farm Garden Centre, Meols. They have a wide selection of goods, plenty of choice. Nice Cafe. Then onto New Brighton to sit back in your stall seat, relax and enjoy the show. Visit our table on Tuesday morning or ring 07799344060. Price £27 includes stall seat and coach. Dep.9.30am Ret.5pm from The Square

Day Trip

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Wed.23rd November. Starting our day at Carr Farm Garden Centre, there will be time to browse this family owned Centre. Plenty of choice and maybe find some stocking fillers. Nice Cafe for morning coffee. Then we are off to the popular Floral Pavilion theatre for an afternoon of relaxing in our stall seats and enjoying the Neil Sands show which is touring the country. Beautiful costumes, songs we all know, even real snow. Will get you on the right track for Christmas. Dep. 9.30 Ret 5pm Price: £27 Inc. Stalls seats