June ramble to Crook o’Lune

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There were only 7 walkers for Thursdays ramble around the Crook o’ Lune led by Ann & Peter. The weather was perfect for walking with stunning views as far as the Ingleborough Fells. It started with a nice gentle climb to Far Highfield farm and then down to the river Lune via Aughton (no we were not that lost!). Leaving the village, we headed down to the river but not before hacking our way through a 20yd stretch of overgrown path full of nettles – well, four of us did. Continue reading →

Victoria Baths visit 8/6/23

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Coach leaves Maghull Square at 9.00am , please arrive 8.45ish to board coach Arrive Victoria Baths approx.10.30ish , 2 groups , group1 main tour at 10.30 and off limits tour at 12noon , group 2 off limits tour at 10.30 and main tour at 12noon Sandwich lunch at approx. 13.15 with departure 14.10 approx.

Travel to Gorton Monastery for 14.25 approx.

Group 2 will have guided tour at 14.30 , group 1 will watch a video in the cafe , then group 1 will have the guided tour whilst group 2 watch the video

Will leave Gorton Monastery at approx.4.00pm NB ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE

Any comments or requests , telephone George on 07826 048379

Theatre Group

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Hamilton

Last chance for Hamilton tickets on Saturday 9th December at 2.30 pm. Cost £92.50.

There will be no transport organised as it will be much more costly than the train.

It’s a sell-out production in Manchester, so we need to confirm our numbers and let the theatre know. Therefore, if you want tickets we currently have about 6 unallocated tickets. Let us know and pay your cheque by next Tuesday at the Theatre Desk.

Tech and science – Testing AI

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Further to the presentation on AI, given last week, we decided to try out the ChatGPT system with some searching questions. Sandy kindly gave me 7 sample queries and the results for the first one are here.

What were the most significant scientific discoveries made in the 20th century ?

The 20th century witnessed numerous groundbreaking scientific discoveries across various fields. Here are some of the most significant ones:

  1. Theory of Relativity: Albert Einstein’s theory of relativity, published in 1905
  2. Quantum Mechanics: early 20th century, Max Planck, Albert Einstein, Niels Bohr
  3. DNA Structure and Genetics: In 1953, James Watson and Francis Crick
  4. Antibiotics: The discovery and development of antibiotics in the early 20th century,
  5. Theory of Plate Tectonics:
  6. Big Bang Theory:
  7. Space Exploration:
  8. Genetic Code and Human Genome:
  9. Nuclear Energy and Particle Physics:
  10. Computing and Information Technology:

This is just an extract from the resulting query which gave 1000 words in great detail within seconds. Thanks to Sandy for the interest and input.

If you would like to try out the system then login to https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt

 

 

Murder Mystery Break – 2nd Feb 2024

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Join us for a weekend break in Caernarfon, Gwynedd next February.  The hectic days of Christmas will be a long ago memory so a short break is just what we need to lift our spirits!

Our three day half board break includes visits to Llandudno, Beaumaris, a guided tour of Anglesey and the Eryri Mountains.  The break is on a half board basis with two free drinks and entertainment provided on the first night and a happy hour bar.  On our second night we’ll be able to get our little gray cells working as we try to solve a murder mystery!!        On our way home we will be stopping in Ruthin where we will enjoy a Sunday lunch at the Ruthin Castle Hotel.                                     Booking  will open at  09:30 on Tuesday  6th June. Priority  will  be  given to members who turn up in person.         Please click on the flier to get all the other details

GV does Hodnet and Bridgemere

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We have arranged a visit to Hodnet Hall and Gardens nr. Market Drayton and Bridgemere garden centre, on Wednesday 26th July 2023.

Our first stop this morning will be Bridgemere Garden Centre for morning tea/coffee and maybe a little retail therapy. We will then travel on to Hodnet hall and gardens. There have been gardens at Hodnet since the 11th century. There are 60 acres of gardens and parkland, renowned to be amongst the finest in the country. A forest of trees provide a wonderful backdrop for the formal gardens, planted to give interest during every season including woodland walks and daisy chain of ornamental pools. There is also a tearoom serving light lunches and afternoon teas.The cost of the trip £23

Depart Maghull Square.   8.30am prompt

Return Maghull Square 5.30pm-6pm approx  

 

Haigh Woodland Park – May 25

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Twenty three stramblers met at the Visitor Centre for a walk through the park.

The name Haigh comes from the Anglo Saxon word Haga meaning an enclosure or a secure area to house livestock. The plantations were laid out in the 1860s to hide the condition of the landscape after being damaged by mining activity.

Brenda and Bob led us past some beautiful Continue reading →

NEW DAY TRIP

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It’s back. Lytham Annual 1940s Festival Weekend.  Set up on Lytham Green on the sea front you will find a marquee with entertainment, fashion shows, a licensed 40s bar etc.  A display of war time vehicles, vintage traders, living history displays etc.   Then don’t forget to visit the Town Centre where many shops are dressed for the occasion. Clifton Square will host music and dance. Plenty of interesting activity to take us back to the l940s. Plenty of places to eat/drink. So why not join us for a day of reminiscing, displays, parades,  vintage fashion shows etc. You might like to dress up in your favourite l940’s outfits.

WHEN? Saturday 19th August 2023. Depart 9.l5am  Ret.6pm approx. Price: £14 includes coach. Seats will be on sale at  our table on Tuesday 30th May 2023.