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  • Zoom Discussion Group – 09

    Your own home , United Kingdom

    Discussion of Roman History of Northumberland and Newcastle                                               or Join a writer's group                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Wednesday 13th May 7pm Wednesday 10th June 2pm                                                                                                           Wednesday 10th […]

  • Wisley Gardens – 02 – Wisley

    Wisley Gardens Wisley, Working

    Thursday 14th May. 2pm Meet at the entrance to the Royal Horticultural Society Gardens, Wisley, Woking, GU23 6QA for Spring at Wisley Gardens. The nearest railway station is West Byfleet, which is approximately 2.2 miles away. Adults: £15.00 without RHS membership.

  • Self-Guided Tour – Southwell Minster – 05

    Southwell Minster Church Street, Southwell

    Saturday 16th May. 11am. Meet in the Refectory Café of Southwell Minster, Church Street, Southwell, NG25 0HD, before taking a self-guided tour of the historic Minster and the world famous ‘Leaves of Southwell’ in the Chapter House. It will also be possible to wander through the adjacent gardens and ruins of the Bishops Palace. Admission to the Minster is free, but they ask for voluntary donations. (Just along the road is The Saracens Head hotel where King Charles I spent his last night of freedom before surrendering to the Scottish army at Kelham. For those who wish there is a trail from the town centre to the Workhouse or just enjoy browsing the local shops.)

  • Chirk Castle – 10 – Wrexham

    Chirk Castle Castle Drive, Wrexham

    Saturday 16th May. 12noon Rearranged date from postponed March event Meet in the castle courtyard café of Chirk Castle, Castle Drive, Wrexham, LL14 5AF for a coffee or early lunch before exploring the castle and grounds. The castle is a National Trust property and so free entry to members. The normal adult entrance fee is £11 but there is free parking. The change of date now allows an opportunity to enjoy the extensive gardens too if you wish.

  • Yorkshire Area AGM – 07 – York

    Saturday 13th June. 10.30am Meet in the café of the York Explore Library for coffee before the AOUG in Yorkshire AGM meeting, which will be followed by a short talk by a speaker. Details nearer the time. There are refreshment facilities available for both coffee and lunch within the building. Please note the AGM will start promptly at 11am.

  • Zoom Discussion Group – 09

    Discussion of Roman History of Northumberland and Newcastle                                               or Join a writer's group Wednesday 10th June 7pm Wednesday 8th July 2pm                                                                                                               Wednesday 8th July 7pm

  • Bagpipe Museum – 09 – Morpeth

    Thursday 25th June. 2pm Meet in the car park of Morrison supermarket Morpeth, Dark Lane, Morpeth, NE61 1HQ, to then visit the Bagpipe Museum.

  • Zoom Book Club – 03

    Book Club choice: Tuesday 14th April. 8pm ‘The Seeker’ – S.J. Maclean

  • Galleries and Artist Trail – 05 – Calverton

    Saturday 6th September.  11am                                                                                             Meet in the café of Patchings Art Centre, Oxton Road, Calverton, NG14 6NU, before exploring the galleries, following the artists’ trail and walking through the fifty acre site which incorporates woodland, a lake and ‘Monet’ bridge.

  • Town Explore and ‘Hop on Hop off’ bus – 08 – Chester

    Chester Cathedral St Werburgh's Street, Chester

    Saturday 23rd May. 11am Meet at the Café 1092 in Chester Cathedral before a walk around Chester followed by taking lunch in the main town. A sightseeing bus ‘Hop on and Hop off’ tour could then be enjoyed.

  • Uppark House – Petersfield – 02

    Uppark House Near Petersfield

    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.

  • Norwich Castle – 06 – Norwich

    Norwich Castle Castle Street, Norwich

    Thursday 28th May. 12noon Meet for coffee, or an early lunch, in the Castle Café, Norwich Castle, Castle Street, Norwich NR1 3JU before we visit Norwich Castle itself which has recently been renovated. If you want to join us just for the Castle visit, please let me know in advance and we will meet you in the Café at 1pm. Norwich Castle has a spectacular medieval keep and galleries covering subjects such as Natural History, Art and Regimental History. 2025 entry prices were £17.00 for adults but a discount is available if tickets are booked at least twenty four hours in advance https://www.norwichcastle.norfolk.gov.uk/article/30296/Admission-prices-and-book-tickets-for-Norwich-Castle. There are some concessions available, although not a senior rate – please check the website for availability.