Mike Bechley

Wednesday  27th May. 11am  Please note the amended date  Meet at the entrance to Uppark House, (National Trust) GU31 5QR; this is off the B2146 road from Petersfield, five miles distance. An irregular bus service 54 is the nearest public transport. Uppark is a fine country house, built in 1690, set in large grounds, with outstanding views across the South Downs. Guided tours of the house (£10 in 2025) must be booked in advance via https://www.nationaltrust-tickets.org.uk/event-tickets; alternatively, join us for a light lunch about 1pm.

Sunday 28th June. 1.30pm Meet at the car park at 110 Berth, Western Docks, Southampton, SO15 1HJ for an afternoon cruise on board SS. Shieldhall, to the Eastern Solent, with full musical entertainment provided by Southampton Salty Sea Dogs Shanty Crew. SS Shieldhall is the last operational steam ship in the UK and is on the Historic Ships Register. Full refreshments available on board. The fare is £49.00 and may only be booked via www.ss-shieldhall.co.uk. There is no public transport available to the ship's berth, and, as cruise ships will be in port, traffic will be heavy. This event is being organised jointly with the OU Music Society.