History Group

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The History Group always welcomes all U3A members. Our usual meeting place is Central Methodist Church: time 2pm – 4pm ish.

For the next indoor History Group meeting on Wednesday May 18th, 2022. I will do a presentation “Shopping Through the Years”. Come and see how shopping developed.

On April 20th the group visited Cromford Mill. The volunteers giving the guided tour were amazingly good and the Arkwright Experience was stunning. They sent a message to be passed on to say thank you for our attention during the tour.

At the next main meeting Kath and Kathy will be taking bookings for our much delayed visit to Doddington Hall on Wednesday June, 15th price £22. We leave Hucknall at 9.30am to get there for a tour of the house and leave Doddington at 4.00pm, returning to Hucknall at 5.30pm ish.

I have also contacted Kieran about the Bennerley Viaduct History tour as suggested at the meeting and he would like to know how many of us to expect. As I will be away Kath and Kathy will be taking names at the next main meeting on the 11th May for an afternoon visit; on 25th May; leaving Hucknall at 1.30pm and returning about 5pm.

Bye for now – Maureen

April Social – Bestwood Male Voice Choir

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A hundred members enjoyed a superb evening of music and laughter, including virtuoso solo performances by our very own, David Riley. The Choir’s repertoire was extraordinary, supported by another of our members, Roy Brown. The audience were also in full voice with flag waving and patriotic renditions of songs celebrating St George’s Day.

National Trust Visit to Kedleston Hall

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On 28th April, 2022 all members were waiting at Hucknall Market Place for a 9.30am departure to Kedleston Hall allowing us to make a prompt start to the day. Despite the many road closures in the Kedleston area, Paul, our driver, got us safely to the venue by 10.30am.

On arrival staff from the venue boarded the bus and spoke about the Hall, the walks available and the other facilities. National Trust membership cards were checked and we were free to enjoy our day.

The only thing missing was the sunshine and a cold wind to start the day meant that warm clothing was needed for the first part of the day. Many members warmed themselves with a hot drink before setting out on one of the many varied walks. The Lakeside walk proved popular along with the longer woodland walk.

The Estate was built in an attempt to copy the Chatsworth Estate, including the bridge which you cross on the way in to Chatsworth. The Hall itself is one of the most beautiful and ornate in the whole of the National Trust. A volunteer guide was available in every room to give out information and answer questions.

After a walk and the Hall visit many members visited the shop and other facilities before a final visit to the cafe before boarding the bus home. Arriving back in Hucknall for 5.00pm members had enjoyed a good day out.

National Trust Future Visits – A Reminder

Tuesday, 17th May, 2022 – Canons Abbey in Northants. Price £10
Monday, 13th June, 2022 – Packwood House in Warwickshire. Price £10
Wednesday, 20th July, 2022 – Waddesdon Manor in Buckinghamshire. Price £14. Please note that this is an 8.30 am departure due to the extra travel distance. This is one of the really special National Trust visits with a tour of the Manor owned by the Rothschild Family.

Thank you to all members who continue to support this group.

Barrie and Sue

Gardening Group Trip

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Our next trip, on June 21st, 2022 will be to Little Pontin Hall, leaving Ogle Street at 9.00 am. The cost will be £22-50, and will include refreshments when we arrive, and after visiting the Wildflower meadow. You will need to take your own packed lunch.

We will be taking names with monies at the next u3a meeting in May, at our May meeting and at the June u3a meeting. Please note that payment from now on will be by cheque only please.

See you all soon,

Anne