learn, laugh, live
16th – 19th September 2016 in Hayling Island The pétanque group was invited to join in a weekend involving U3A pétanque groups nationwide. Forty-four groups were invited to take part, sending as many teams as they wished. There was to be a competition for those feeling competitive, and a leisure group for those just wanting …
5 Oct Walk Leader: Bill & Ruth Crichton Ambergate and Crich Drive to start of walk: 55 miles Length of walk: 10.1 miles Number walking: 14 Starting at Ambergate Rail Station the walk went east across the River Derwent and up through some ancient woodland. Turning north west it descended to re-cross the Derwent at …
The publication of the newsletter has been announced to members by email but you can also download it by clicking on the link below. October 2016 Newsletter
If you have no time to read the uplifting text on this page but you want to see some pictures, click on the link to see Ralph’s glorious images on YouTube with movement and music. 7 Sep Walk Leader: Keith Haines Beeston Castle Drive to start of walk: 20 miles Length of walk: 9.5 miles …
The publication of the newsletter has been announced to members by email but you can also download it by clicking on the link below. September 2016 Newsletter
Speyside Report
3 Aug Walk Leader: John & Doreen Minshull Church Stretton including Caer Caradoc Drive to start of walk: 56 miles Length of walk: 10 miles Number walking: 11 In a superb feat of navigation the three cars travelling to Church Stretton arrived at the same time and drove into the car park in convoy. That …
The publication of the newsletter has been announced to members by email but you can also download it by clicking on the link below. July 2016 Newsletter
6 Jul Walk Leader: Ralph Browes From Monyash through Lathkilldale Length of walk: 12.5 miles Number walking: 19 One of the reasons for going on long walks is to get the benefits of fresh air and exercise. Another benefit not publicised by the NHS is to enjoy tasty treats like cake and ice cream. On …