2017

Post date: Apr 12, 2018 12:48:46 PM

Beverley and Hornsea June 7th

On our way to the quintessential British seaside resort of Hornsea, we will be taking a break at Beverley, renowned for its exquisite 13th Century Minster and voted one of the best places to live in the UK. On then to Hornsea with its charming seafront, quaint promenade and towering Victorian folly. Once well known for Hornsea Pottery this pretty town also marks the eastern end of the Trans Pennine Trail with the award-winning Hornsea Folk Museum with the largest collection of Hornsea Pottery in the world. Price £20.00

Derbyshire Well Dressing June 19th

Our annual Well Dressing trip is one not to be missed. We will start at Bakewell on its busy market day for a little shopping or sightseeing and a bite to eat and then onwards to the delightful little village of Litton where every pupil in the small village school, including the teachers, are dressed in Victorian clothing with the young boys in waistcoats and caps and the little girls in pinafores and lacy bonnets. Every year they give a delightful display of dancing round the maypole and English Country dancing. Some of the pupils are so tiny their little legs have a job keeping up with the others. We will have drinks and delicious cakes made by the mothers. The next stop is Tideswell where one street is completely decorated by the residents plus around five wells professionally decorated plus the small church and the cathedral. Price £20.00

Rose Festival Wisbech July 1st

Members go back year after year to take part in this superb event. It's similar to a lovely village carnival with everything close at hand and wonderful floral displays in all churches. The coach parks a few yards from the main people with limited mobility. Several strands surround the largest church which are manned by many local organisations and charities. The carnival processions starts at around 2.00 and from the floats, rose petals are thrown over the watching public. Great fresh food is supplied by the churches at very reasonable prices. Price £20.00

Independence Day Barbeque July 4th

This sets to be a great relaxing afternoon for all with music, dancing, singing and of course a lovely barbeque, with home made cakes and delicious cooling drinks. the organisers of this are the 'Right at Home' team who are responsible for the Christmas parties we join in with them and some of their clients at the Fire and Ice at West Bridgford. This event is to promote people being able to stay in their homes and retain their independence as much as possible. Taking place at the West Bridgford Cricket Club which has a stop outside. Price £5.00

Cambridge August 10th

This wonderful city is a joy to behold with all its magnificent building and street entertainers throughout. The Wren Library is open 12noon to 2pm Monday to Friday throughout the year. Accessible on Garret Hostel Lane. It's totally free of charge and has some amazing things of Sir Isaac Newton's inside it. Price £20.00

Tinsel & Turkey 11th - 16th of December

Firstly we are extremely lucky that although the Clarence Hotel at Tenby was fully booked for Tinsel&Turkey, plus thoughout 2017, the manager has agreed to open for a further week for the Forum as we are regular and hopefully good customers. Many members would chose this great hotel each year given a chance, with its great location, fantastic atmosphere, lovely food served at your table and the very warm welcome we always receive. There will be two trips out during the stay. Price £255.00

Christmas Dinner December 6th

Due to the excellence of the of the event we held at the at the Strathdon Hotel last year, all the 100 places have been taken and deposits paid for. Reserve list in now available.

Weekly Tea Dance Every Friday 1.30-3.30 pm.

Come along to the Mechanics Insitute on North Sherwood Street- off Shakespeare Street- and enjoy a good variety of music and dances where Beth- the hostess and organiser- will give you a warm welcome and ensure you are looked after. Paid up members £2.50 Visitors £2.75