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Author Archives: Lynda Smeathers
Not so Grumpy Old Men
The group met up at the Spot On Club in January to enjoy a couple of hours of snooker and to discuss ideas for this years visits. The group usually enjoy one get together each month and ideas for this … Continue reading
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National Trust
The following visits have been arranged for later this year, Monday 24th of March to Packwood House, Warwickshire. Tuesday 29th of April to Attingham Estate, Shrewsbury. Wednesday 28th of May to Beninborough Hall, York. Thursday 19th of June to Powis … Continue reading
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Long Walk – Hardwick Hall and Back via Lady Spencer’s Wood, walk of 8.92 miles
Date: 9th January 2025 The walk commenced from Teversal Visitors Centre under a crisp winter sky, with temperatures hovering around 5°C. The path to Hardwick Hall wound gently uphill, offering panoramic views of the frosty countryside. The trail, well-marked and lined … Continue reading
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Litter Picking
Members have obviously had other things to do on the run up to Christmas. However, one member has managed to collect 9 bags of rubbish and other members have collected small amounts of litter on their perambulations and disposed of … Continue reading
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Science – December 2024
We had an interesting and varied final session of 2024. We started with our series of ‘5 minute talks’. Group members each have a scientist from different eras and from different disciplines. The talks were to highlight the significant contribution … Continue reading
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