This exquisite exhibition of jewellery will mesmerise visitors to Lady Lever Art Gallery this autumn as part of the gallery’s centenary year celebrations.

Pure Brilliance: The Boodles Story will showcase the jewellery brand’s 200 year story and show how Liverpool has helped shape the company’s growth, from a family jewellery business to purveyors of some of the most stunning jewels in the world.

See how the heritage of Liverpool’s vibrant and creative jewellery industry in the late 19th century created a market for good quality jewellery and metalwork, for which Boodles soon acquired a reputation.

We are doing self guided visit to this brilliant exhibition , no tours on offer.

Wednesday November 2nd  call into u3a Tuesday  to book.

We will probably meet at venue 12 noon for 1.30 pm

Nice cafe on site. contact Maureen or Jan

We had a wonderful tour given by Niall  Hodson from Williamson Gallery, Birkenhead. His enthusiasm is infectious. Even though this is probably one of the most inaccessible galleries we visit , the effort was worthwhile.

If you want nostalgia this is for you. The Ladybird books are very collectable so if you have some hidden away, hang on to them. So much personal information available about each artists contribution.

On view until September 10th, it’s a must to visit, only three venues  included in England so far and its FREE. Next stop,  Northumberland in 2024

Take care – Maureen

We had a lovely tour of  Lytham St Annes Beautiful Byzantine Church, ( grade two listed )  welcomed by Jan and Janet with tea and biscuits.

The windows tell  the story of the church,from the humble beginnings to present day.

After a nice lunch in the West Wing of Lytham Hall, we had an extensive tour of the many art works by two well informed guides.

The last part of this eclectic day was an art trail around the ground aided with a map, to spot the transport posters  (twelve in total) which all had  ubiquitous sunrays  across the Fylde coast.

There is a nice tea room,, plants for sale and antiques area

The exhibition is on until September 30th

One place has become available for Lytham Hall August 17th
cost £27  plus £9.95 for lunch if required.
9.30 @ Maghull Square
Visiting the White  Byzantine  Church in Lytham am.
Hall and art work pm.
Contact Maureen or Jan by email or at desk first thing Tuesday morning
as all monies being paid in then.
Maureen

Hi all who have booked for Who’s tradition @ Tate Liverpool on 29th July.

We have now  been requested to arrive earlier, so tour will commence 1p.m

Regards – Maureen

We are visiting Williamson Art Gallery Birkenhead on Friday 9th September for a trip down memory lane. Who hasn’t read and loved ladybird books? Part of the charm being the art work. We are having a guided tour by Niall  1.30pm.

Donations of £6 at desk Tuesdays upon booking  £3 refund at the gallery.

You can train it via Central then New Brighton to Woodchurch Rd Staley Rd. Oxton, Birkenhead, CH43 4UE

Maureen

Being Human, latest exhibition by Peter Walker to open this month

Being Human, latest exhibition by Peter Walker to open this month.

A new exhibition, which is made up of four installations by acclaimed sculptor and artist, Peter Walker, is set to be unveiled later this month. ‘Being Human’ launches on 27 July and runs until 30 August. The exhibition is free to attend during our visitor opening hours.

As there is no tour offered  this will be a self guided event,  do try to visit in your own time.

Maureen

Excellent exhibition at the Tate –  Whose Tradition.

various artists including Picasso and Brancusi

Free entry… £5 tour… 1.30 pm July 29th  meet at venue .

Book at desk Tuesdays  with Maureen or Jan

Sadly, It has been decided to withdraw our  Sculpture trip to Barnsley July 29th due to the expense of the coach.. I will inform all who have booked by email.