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SUMMARY:Self-Guided Tour - Southwell Minster - 05
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 16th May. 11am.\nMeet 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. \n(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.)
URL:https://www.aoug.org.uk/event/self-guided-tour-southwell-minster-05/
LOCATION:Southwell Minster\, Church Street\, Southwell\, NG25 0HD
CATEGORIES:05 East Midlands
ORGANIZER;CN="Briony Dickinson":MAILTO:brionyd53@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T120000
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SUMMARY:Chirk Castle - 10 - Wrexham
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 16th May. 12noon \nRearranged date from postponed March event \nMeet 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.
URL:https://www.aoug.org.uk/event/chirk-castle-10-wrexham/
LOCATION:Chirk Castle\, Castle Drive\, Wrexham\, LL14 5AF
CATEGORIES:10 Wales
ORGANIZER;CN="Jean Hertzog":MAILTO:jrhertzog@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T110000
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CREATED:20260406T202249Z
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UID:5835-1779534000-1779534000@www.aoug.org.uk
SUMMARY:Town Explore and 'Hop on Hop off' bus  - 08 - Chester
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 23rd May. 11am\nMeet at the Café 1092 in Chester Cathedral before a walk around Chester followed by taking lunch in the main town. \nA sightseeing bus ‘Hop on and Hop off’ tour could then be enjoyed.
URL:https://www.aoug.org.uk/event/town-explore-and-hop-on-hop-off-bus-08-chester/
LOCATION:Chester Cathedral\, St Werburgh's Street\, Chester\, CH1 2DY
CATEGORIES:08 North West
ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret Stobirski":MAILTO:margaretstobirski@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T110000
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SUMMARY:Uppark House - Petersfield - 02
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday  27th May. 11am  \nPlease note the amended date  \nMeet 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.
URL:https://www.aoug.org.uk/event/uppark-house-petersfield-02/
LOCATION:Uppark House\, Near Petersfield\, GU31 5QR
CATEGORIES:02 South
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260418T212516
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UID:5799-1779969600-1779969600@www.aoug.org.uk
SUMMARY:Norwich Castle - 06 - Norwich
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th May. 12noon\nMeet 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. \nIf 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. \n2025 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.
URL:https://www.aoug.org.uk/event/norwich-castle-06-norwich/
LOCATION:Norwich Castle\, Castle Street\, Norwich\, NR1 3JU
CATEGORIES:06 East of England
ORGANIZER;CN="Jayne Littlejohn":MAILTO:jayne.littlejohn52@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T140000
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UID:5767-1780581600-1780581600@www.aoug.org.uk
SUMMARY:Beckonscot Model Village - 02 - Beaconsfield
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 4th June. 2pm.\nMeet at the entrance of Bekonscot Model Village\, Warwick Road\, Beaconsfield\, Buckinghamshire\, HP9 2PL. Beaconsfield station is a short child friendly walk away and is on the Chiltern line. Book online at least forty-eight hours in advance and enjoy 10% off the standard ticket price.
URL:https://www.aoug.org.uk/event/beckonscot-model-village-02-beaconsfield/
LOCATION:Bekonscot Model Village\, Warwick Road\, Beaconsfield\, HP9 2PI
CATEGORIES:02 South
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UID:5777-1781035200-1781035200@www.aoug.org.uk
SUMMARY:Zoom - Book Club - 03
DESCRIPTION:Join the Region 03 Zoom Book Club. All local members are invited to join in and discuss the book of the month. Members from other areas are also welcome. \nTuesday 9th June. 8pm – ‘At the Captain’s Table’ – Gervase Phinn \nTuesday 14th July. 8pm – ‘The Girl with Ice in her Veins’ – Karin Smirnoff.
URL:https://www.aoug.org.uk/event/zoom-book-club-03-4/
LOCATION:Your own home\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:03 South West
ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Ashcroft":MAILTO:taitailizash@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T140000
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UID:5853-1781100000-1781100000@www.aoug.org.uk
SUMMARY:Zoom Discussion Group - 09
DESCRIPTION:Discussion of Roman History of Northumberland and Newcastle                                               or Join a writer’s group \nWednesday 10th June 2pm                                                                                                           Wednesday 10th June 7pm \nWednesday 8th July 2pm                                                                                                               Wednesday 8th July 7pm
URL:https://www.aoug.org.uk/event/zoom-discussion-group-09-4/
LOCATION:Your own home\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:09 North
ORGANIZER;CN="Violet Rook":MAILTO:viola.rook@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T190000
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CREATED:20260406T215458Z
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UID:5870-1781118000-1781118000@www.aoug.org.uk
SUMMARY:Zoom Discussion Group - 09
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 10th June 7pm  – Join in a Writer’s Group \n 
URL:https://www.aoug.org.uk/event/zoom-discussion-group-09-7/
LOCATION:Your own home\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:09 North
ORGANIZER;CN="Violet Rook":MAILTO:viola.rook@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T212516
CREATED:20260405T161225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T161225Z
UID:5793-1781175600-1781175600@www.aoug.org.uk
SUMMARY:Barnsdale Gardens - 05 - Oakham
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 11th July. 11am\nMeet in the Helenium Tea Room\, Barnsdale Gardens\, Barnsdale Avenue\, Exton\, Oakham\, LE15 8AH. Barnsdale Gardens was created by Geoff Hamilton\, presenter of BBC Gardeners’ World from 1979 until his death in 1996. Geoff presented Gardeners’ World from his home in Rutland where he developed the individual garden designs\, experimenting with plants\, themes and ideas to inspire the nation and earned the reputation of being the ‘People’s Gardener’. Admission adults £16.00\, under 18s are free.
URL:https://www.aoug.org.uk/event/barnsdale-gardens-05-oakham/
LOCATION:Barnsdale Gardens\, Barnsdale Avenue\, Exton\, Oakham\, LE15 8AH
CATEGORIES:05 East Midlands
ORGANIZER;CN="Briony Dickinson":MAILTO:brionyd53@gmail.com
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