Visit to Beningbrough Hall, York on Wednesday 28th May
A prompt departure from Hucknall Market place and a journey devoid of traffic jams meant that we arrived safely at our venue by 10.30 am. After a meet and greet session with one of the National Trust staff and passes scanned we set off for some light refreshments. The restaurant area was well stocked and well staffed and with plenty of seating available both indoors and outside most of the group were soon enjoying their refreshments.
The rest of the day was enjoyed in generally dry weather with increasing amounts of sunshine. The gardens were exceptionally well cared for and a pleasure to walk round with what seemed like an army of volunteers eager to talk to our group members.
The grounds presented some lovely walks for the group to enjoy over the day with some members taking in several different walks.
The House was relatively small but again the volunteers were eager to bring the rooms to light with their knowledge of the building.
The plant shop and gift shop proved popular at the end of the day and members felt that this was one of the nicest venues that we had visited for a long time.
A lovely day completed we returned to the coach for the journey home having enjoyed a lovely relaxing day.
We are taking two coaches to Powis Castle on 19th June.
Barrie