New Brighton – Sat. 24/09

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Arrangements have been completed to visit The Floral Pavilion Theatre and The Church of Saints Peter and Paul and Saint Philomena (A Shrine Church)

Due to the theatre having productions in the week ,  the only day available that they can accommodate members is a Saturday

Luxury return coach from Maghull Square leaving Square at 10.00am , guided tour of the Floral Pavilion Theatre (11.00am and 11.30am ), a  free sandwich lunch in the panoramic lounge overlooking the river (12 noon – 1.30pm) and then a guided tour of this famous Church (1.45pm – 3.30pm) , an Architectural Romanesque Gem designed by Ernest Bower Norris

Cost for trip is £25 per member , initially only 30 places available. Any member interested in joining the trip is to telephone or text George on 07826 048379 to book a place or call in at the Tuesday morning coffee morning

IMPORTANT THAT MEMBERS BOOK EARLY AS NOT MANY PLACES LEFT

 

 

Pure Brilliance @ Lady Lever, Wed.November 2nd

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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

Ladybird Exhibition – Williamson

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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

Wine Tasting 29/09 at 7.00pm

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Arrangements have been made to have another tasting at Winetime at Scatchards

The tasting will consist of “wines from Australia and New Zealand”

Usual accompanying food

Cost is “£9 for tasting” and “£8 for return taxi transfer from Maghull Square”

 

See George and book at Wine Tasting desk on Tuesday morning or text George on 07826 048379 , Places going fast , it is essential that members book before all places have gone (ONLY 9 PLACES LEFT)

Lovely Lytham

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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

 

Stramblers Lydiate Loop 18/08/2022

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Eighteen stramblers met at the Weld Blundell to walk the Lydiate Loop, hoping to finish before the afternoon’s forecast rain. We took Pilling Lane to reach the Leeds Liverpool Canal and went south on the towpath to Bells Lane. After a short distance we turned into the field and crossed a bridge over Maghull Brook to emerge on to Green Lane. Passing the “toy soldier” Queen’s Guard we made our way to the Cheshire Lines path and followed it for a mile and a quarter before making our way through fields to Southport Road. We crossed the road and walked through Our Lady’s Church grounds to Hall Lane. Leaving the lane, we passed “The Jumps” horse race training track coming back to the canal. After a short break, we followed the towpath back to the Mersey Boat Club and took Pilling Lane back to the Weld Blundell. With even a few sunny spells, we had missed the rain and were ready for our lunch.

Thanks to Anne for organising (and re-organising) the walk and meals.

Trip to Stonyhurst College and Clitheroe Castle 19/8/22

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We have had a cancellation for the trip tomorrow.

The cost is £35 which includes luxury return coach travel from Maghull Square , entrance and tour of exhibits at Stonyhurst College , lunch at The Aspinall Arms and entrance and tour of Clitheroe Castle.

Coach leave from Maghull Square at 8.30am prompt , return approx. 5.30/6.00pm

First member to text George on 07826 048379 can take up place.

 

New Day Trip

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We will start our trip today by crossing the Menai Straits onto the Isle of Anglesey. Our first visit will be to the popular seaside resort of Beaumaris which together with all its’ attractions makes it an extremely popular destination.  With its’ mix of Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian architecture and its’ great unfinished masterpiece, Beaumaris Castle, parts of which date back to 1294, it is a lovely place to visit.  Stroll through the town, walk along the front and along the pier, admiring the wonderful views across the Straits to Snowdonia. There is a Gaol and a Courthouse you may like to visit. Good selection of shops, tea rooms etc.  Then we will cross back to the mainland to Bangor to visit the fantasy neo Norman Penrhyn Castle. Originally built by Lord Penrhyn and now owned by the National Trust, it is built on the fortunes made from the Jamaican Slave Trade and the nearby slate Quarries. Interesting interior, lovely gardens, a small railway museum highlighting the work done by the railway in the slate quarries. No expense was spared when building and designing the interior. Plenty of picnic sites and nice Cafe. For the more energetic some nice walks.

When? Wed. 2lst September 2022.  Depart 8.30am  Ret.6pm.  Price: National Trust Members £16. Non National Trust Members £29. Payment in full would be appreciated.  Seats will be on sale at our table on Tuesday 16th August 2022

 

Ladybird Art tour confirmed.

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At last the Ladybird tour has been confirmed at Williamson on August 25th @ 1.30 pm.
The  best train station to alight is Birkenhead Park ,then a stroll through the park to the  Gallery. No walking up a hill this time.
Meeting at Maghull station for 11.01 am train to Central, then on to Wirral. Should arrive at Gallery for about 12.15 / 30 pm
 Hope this is fine with everyone. Nice cafe on site.
 Donation £6.00, payable at desk Tuesday’s £3 of which is refunded at gallery on arrival.