PROGRAMME OF OUTINGS FOR 2019
Leicester Cathedral and Richard III Centre Wednesday 10th April
By car to meet outside Cathedral at 11.00am
Organised by: Isobel Palmer
Following the talk "The King in the Car Park" Isobel has arranged a trip to Leicester so that members can see the site of Richard III discovery and burial first hand.
The Tomb of Richards III in Leicester Cathedral
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Walk from Hatton Locks Wednesday 8th May
By car, meet in the Hatton Locks Car Park for a 10.00am start
Organised by: Mark Furber Supported by: Flick Furber
Postponed from last year due to torrential rain, lets hope for good weather to complete this enjoyable and interesting walk.
Hatton Locks
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Melton Mowbray and Belvoir Castle Tuesday 21th May
By coach departing at 9.00am
Organised by: Pauline Springett Supported by: Alex Springett
Belvoir Castle Leicestershire
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On arrival members will have time to explore the town and see why it has an excellent reputation as a centre for fine food and drink. There will be time for lunch before boarding the coach for the onward journey to Belvoir Castle. The castle sits on a spectacular site overlooking the Leicestershire countryside. As well as being a spectacular building, the castle contains many interesting items and an excellent collection of pictures.
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Kew Gardens and Palace Wednesday 12th June
By coach departing at 8.45am
Organised by: Janet and Ken Wayland Supported by: Janice Snell
Kew Gardens - Palm House to Victoria Gate By Patche99z - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0
A chance to visit what is probably the largest collection of living plants in the world. There are also many interesting buildings, including the spectacular Palm House, the Pagoda and Kew Palace plus numerous sculptures and statues. .
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Delapre Abbey, Northampton Thursday 20th June
By coach departing at 9.00am
Organised by: Janice Snell Supported by: John Snell, Janet and Ken Wayland
Delapre Abbey
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The Abbey can trace its history back 900 years, when it was founded by Cluniac Nuns. Todays house has been saved from destruction by "The Delapre Abbey Preservation Society" and has undergone extensive restoration.
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Tyntesfield, Somerset Wednesday 26th June
By coach departing at 8.45am
Organised by: George Brunavs Supported by: Val Brunavs
Featured in our recent lecture programme, Derek Clark gave a fascinating talk describing the restoration of Tyntesfield. This visit provides an opportunity to see how the building has been returned to its former glory.
Tyntesfield the South Front
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Burghley House, Stamford Wednesday 3rd July
By coach departing at 9.00am
Organised by: Roger Jones Supported by: Catherine Jones, Pauline & Alec Springett
Home to the Cecil family for nearly 500 years, Burghley house must have witnessed many significant moments in English history. This magnificent house contains numerous artefacts reflecting the families prominent position, close to the centre of government over many generations.
Burghley House
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Barnsdale Gardens and Rutland Water Tuesday 16th July
By coach departing at 8.30am
Organised by: Janice Snell Supported by: John Snell, Janet and Ken Wayland
Explore 38 individually themed garden "rooms" at Barnsdale Gardens. then enjoy the sights of Rutland Water.aboard the Rutland Belle.
Knot Garden at Barnsdale Gardens
By Wesley Trevor Johnston, CC BY-SA 2.0,
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Sudeley Castle and Gardens Wednesday 24th July
By coach departing at 8.45am
Organised by: Mark Furber Supported by: Flick Furber
Following refreshments a talk will introduce members to the fascinating history of the castle. The castle contains many interesting exhibits and there will be time to walk in the award winning gardens. In the grounds you will also find a Pheasantry that is helping with the conservation of a number of endangered species.
Sudeley Castle
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Coton Manor Garden, Northamptonshire Tuesday 13th August
By car to arrive at 12.15pm
Organised by: Pauline Springett Supported by: Alex Springett
Arrive by car ready for a relaxing lunch in the restaurant and afterwards enjoy the attractive gardens set in the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside.
Statue of Pan in Coton Manor Gardens
By Andy F, CC BY-SA 2.0
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Kelmscott Manor Thursday 22nd August
By coach departing at 9.00am
Organised by: Aileen Brown
Dating from around 1600 the house perfectly met the ideals of William Morris when he saw it in the 1870's. He jointly rented the house with Dante Gabriel Rossetti as their country home. The house contains many of the textiles and furnishings associated with the Arts and Crafts movement.
Kelmscott Manor
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