October Ramble

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12 intrepid ramblers set off on a wild and windy morning yesterday to undertake the 10 mile circular route from Anglezarke reservoir to Great Hill via White Coppice. The walk started in relatively calm weather with some bright sunshine and we walked through lovely woodland following the path around the edge of the reservoir. This is the largest reservoir in the Rivington chain which is fed by the River Yarrow, Previously supplying Liverpool, the reservoir now supplies water to Wigan. The water level had increased substantially since the recce was undertaken 3 weeks ago given the amount of rain that has fallen. This was also very evident further into the walk. Continue reading →

2022 Bowls Season

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On Monday 26th of September our Bowls Group enjoyed an end of season competition followed by a hot buffet and presentation.

Competition winners Brenda Bevan and Roy Filby were presented with their winners trophy by the group’s nonagenarian member – Jack Daniels,

Bowls will recommence on the first Monday in April 2023. Contact details for waiting list : Tony Snape  tel:   01515263146  mob: 07753423075    email: antsnape@googlemail.com

Friday strollers

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A new walking group started on 23rd September.  We were very lucky with the weather on our first walk. The focus of the group is to help members, who have maybe not walked for a while, get back to walking.

It is very much a social walking group, so the group will take part in short, slow, local walks followed by a visit to Bernies for refreshments after is you so wish.

7 hardy walkers walked 1.5 miles in heavy rain today which was followed by a well earned cuppa at Bernies.  We will be meeting at Maghull Old Station on a Friday at 10.  If you would be interested or want to know more please ring Benda McKenzie on 07900525222 .  There will be no walk on 14th October due to  leaders being on holiday..

Garden visits – Christmas Lunch

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The Garden Visits group have arranged a 3 course Christmas lunch for Friday 2nd December. We will first visit the Grosvenor Garden centre for some festive inspiration and ideas for Christmas then on to our  ” Mystery” Christmas lunch.

Cost:  £37  ( including coach, tea/coffee and mince pie)

–  See the choice of menu at Garden Visits table

Depart Maghull Square.  –   9.30am
Return Maghull Square   –  5.30pm

A4F Preston 31/10/22

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Arrangements have been agreed to visit Gujarat  Hindu Society Temple designed by Southport Architects NJSR for a “guided tour”

We will then take lunch at a local pub (negotiating at moment and details to follow)

We will then go on to visit and have a “guided tour” at St Walburge’s Church known as The Spire and The Martyrs Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest , a gothic revival style  Church designed by Joseph Aloysius Hansom who also invented “the Hansom Cab” and founded the “Builder journal”

Cost is £30 per member which includes luxury coach travel from and back to Maghull Square . guided tours at both venues and lunch. ONLY 30 PLACES AVAILABLE , PLEASE TEXT GEORGE ON 07826 048379 TO RESERVE A PLACE AND PAY (IF POSSIBLE) ON 04/10/22

Two New Day Trips

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   Day Trip 1.                 Starting our day with a visit to the family owned Carr Farm Garden Centre Meols . There is a big selection of goods which might encourage us to start looking for stocking fillers. Nice Cafe as well. Then we are off to the popular Floral Pavilion Theatre, New Brighton,  for a Christmassy afternoon of entertainment.. Sit back, relax, enjoy all the songs we know. Lovely costumes, even real snow.(could only get 35 tickets)

When? Wednesday 23rd November.  Dep.9.30am  Ret.6pm. Price: £27 inc.stall seats.  Seats will be on sale at our table on Tues.4th October. Payment in full would be appreciated.

Day Trip 2                   Arrive in the ancient City of Chester.  Lots to see/do. The Christmas Market is on, plenty of shops for browsing, cafes for morning coffee not forgetting the Cathedral which has its’ annual Christmas Tree exhibition on display, all in aid of charity. If you are looking for charity Christmas cards they have a big selection. Then we will be going to the Celtic Arms, Northop Country Park Golf Club for our delicious Festive Lunch.  This is a lovely venue with a good reputation for their food. We can sit down, relax and enjoy our meal and the company.

When? Wednesday 7th December.  Dep. 9.15am  Ret.6pm.  Price: £38 inc.Festive Lunch. Seats will be on sale at our table on Tuesday 4th October. Payment in full would be appreciated. NB.Please ask for choice of meal slip.

PLEASE NOTE THERE WILL BE NO DAY TRIPS TABLE ON 11.10.22 

 

Turner Prize at Tate Liverpool

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This Iconic building is hosting the Turner Prize this year.

Love it or loath it, we are braving the ( art?) once again after a few years break.  I know we will be shocked and surprised by what’s on offer and will hear  “I could do that or my grandkids can do better”

Friday January 6th meet at venue.1.15 pm for 1.30 pm start.  Free entry  £5.  Talk

Booking is essential at desk with Maureen or Jan. Only 20 places are available due to number restrictions at Tate.