Your World Our Art
Great Modern art venue in centre of our city. Mostly prints, as we could not afford the real thing. It’s nice to dream though. Artist include. Johnny Depp, Billy Connelly and Bob Dylan
A guided stroll about the lovely gallery with Stephen or Lucy. Great Christmas gifts for art lovers………….
Numbers are limited so please book with Maureen or Jan at the Art Appreciation Desk
(ex David M. Robinson Jewellers) Near Bluecoats. 24 Church Alley. Liverpool.
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that the coach for our trip to Lytham 40’s event, will depart at 9am from The Square on Saturday 17th August 2024. We have to depart promptly as the tram journey is programmed and it won’t wait. Cheers
A ticket has become available for the Rocky Horror Show on the Everyman Theatre, on Saturday 14th December at 5.30 pm. The cost of the ticket is £37.50. Please enquire at the Theatre Desk on Tuesday morning.
We have arranged a garden visit to Abbeywood Gardens and Nantwich Cheshire on Wednesday, 28th August 2024.
We will first visit Nantwich a lovely market town in Cheshire for a look around and maybe a morning tea\coffee etc. We will travel a short distance away to Abbeywood Gardens. Its a 45 acre estate nestling in Delamere countryside in the heart of Cheshire and 6 acres of formal and informal gardens also, stunning views of the Utkinton Hills.
We will also be able to enjoy a delicious cream tea in the Garden cafe all included in the cost of our visit. This should be a interesting and enjoyable day out. The cost is £26 (including the cream tea)
Depart Maghull Square. – 9am prompt
Return Maghull Square. – 6pm approx
This is not a group visit, however, after our very successful trip yesterday I am sharing this information to whom ever may like to attend.
On Wednesday 11th of September Bill Tidy’s daughter, Sylvia Tidy-Harris will be giving a free talk at the Atkinson. The title is ‘Is there any news of the iceberg?’ Take care, Maureen
Join us on the 10th October at Kirkby Gallery for a free talk/tour about Anthony Ratcliffe – printer extraordinaire. Meet at the venue at 13:00.
Voluntary donations can be made upon booking at the Art Appreciation Desk.
I have tried to get a talk / tour for this but have had no response as yet. I know we have a few things on September but I will be visiting as it is far too good to miss. The event ends on the 15th of September. If you would like to join the group visit let me know at the Art Appreciation desk or leave a reply,
So far 29 members have shown an interest in this new group. Keep an eye on here for further information.
Nestled in the rolling Peak District Hills, Thornbridge Hall is a Grade 2 listed Stately Home. Set in 80 acres of parkland and 12 acres of formal gardens. It is the private home of Jim and Emma Harrison and their family. It is recognised as one of the most beautiful, quirky homes in the UK. We will have a guided tour of the House, often the guide is one of the family. Hear its’ history, see the stunning William Morris stained glass window. Stroll around the beautiful gardens and view the Italian Garden, 100ft Herbaceous Border, Water Garden and much much more. Visit the Emporium with its’ plant sales and locally made gifts. Take in the breathtaking views from the terraces. Maybe even visit the Duck Fountain and meet the animals in the smallholding. Relax in the Quackers Cafe and enjoy a welcome cream tea. Maybe choose one of the speciality Craft Beers which are produced at the nearby Thornbridge Brewery also owned by the family. Then if time allows we will visit Bakewell a popular destination in the Peak District. Famous for its’ Bakewell Pudding and Tart. Visit the Old Pudding Shop. There are interesting shops and plenty of choice for a cup of tea/coffee or maybe a chilled glass of wine.
WHEN? Wednesday 11th September 2024. Depart 8.30am Return 6pm. Price: £36 includes guided House Tour/Gardens and Cream Tea. Seats will be on sale at our table on Tuesday next 30th July 2024.
Members who visited the theatre several years ago will be amazed at the transformation in the last few years
We will leave at 8.00am on 17th October , drive to Morecambe arriving at the theatre approx. 9.30am where we will have tea/coffee , then a guided tour of the theatre followed by afternoon tea at 12.30pm
We will leave at approx. 1.45 and travel to the charming bay side village of Heysham where we will visit the Heritage Centre , St Peters Church (11th century and one of the oldest churches in Lancashire) , Glebe Gardens , St Patricks Chapel on the nearby headland (8th century) and time allowing a guided tour of the village (The Heysham Village Trail) , members can make a voluntary donation in the church
Tea , coffee and cake will be available in the cafe alongside St Peters Church (extra cost to the tour fee)
Cost is £42 per member which includes coach , entry to theatre , afternoon tea and guided tour of Heysham
See George or Geoff at AFF table to book a place and pay
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