Chichester Canal Lunch Cruise

A mixture of Oddfellows and U3A people spent a sunny day out on Saturday 10th May 2008. Seven went by car, twent-eight by Southern's splendid trains and ate an excellent buffet on board.
The big canal cruiser "Richmond" (pictured above) had staff that were extremely helpful, ensuring a 90 year old mum in a wheelchair, moved effortlessly on and off the boat. While two late comers were driven, by another volunteer to the halfway point so they didn't miss the meal or the walk in the lush meadow.
Up on deck we observed cygnets and coot chicks with May's flowery profusion along the banks.
Sightseeing in Chichester included a free guided tour of one cathedral, a free art gallery and museum, with shopping of course. Everyone seems to have enjoyed their excursion
Myra

ARUNDEL WETLANDS

Tuesday September 16th

Arundel Wetland Centre has 16 hectares of naturalised landscapes and wetland
habitats holding many hundreds of exotic wildfowl from around the world.

Free Safaris on quiet, electric boats are offered everyday weather permitting. Limited passenger numbers on a boat safari means you can have the uniterrupted attention of an experienced & knowledgeable guide throughout your trip. Boats can get fantastically close to rare creatures that would not be possible if walking and our safari guides can expertly manoeuvre the boats to get the best possible sighting. No need for telescopes or binoculars. The sights and sounds of the wetlands are all around as you travel deep into the reed beds. Look out for Water Voles, migrant birds, dragonflies, snakes and more... and each season brings exciting and colourful changes in both flora and fauna

For more information visit their web site on www.wwt.org.uk

Contact Christine 023 8086 2882 or Barbara 023 8057 2209
to book your place or for further information

Places only confirmed once monies have been paid

Christmas Trip

Christmas at Claverton Bath (The American Museum)
Light up a winters night 1000 candle lanterns
plus holiday music and food. A 15ft central hall
tree in the manor house and of course a visit from
Saint Nick. In each of the period rooms a visitor
arrives bearing a special gift - something rare
and precious, truly a 'jewel'. Discover what it is
and why it is so valuable to the early Americans.
Emerald Elves peep out here and there but what are
they up to. The Christmas shop will be open throughout
selling a range of original gifts and decorations.
Evening display of fireworks over the Terrace lawn.
Musuem grounds 6-830pm.
Possibe date December 15th Seats to
be reserved as advance ticket sales only.
Travel by train price £20 approx
If interested please contact MYRA 02380869053

CANAL TRIP

Canal Trip Oddfellows/U3A
date now SATURDAY Oct 13th
Train from Southampton 10am to Chichester arrive
11.10 approx. Short walk (1/4 mile) to canal basin.
Canal boat cruise,lunch on board (11.30-1.30)
Good buffet menu available.
Total Cost £20 Deposit of £10 by end of this week please.
Three hours free for sightseeing, shopping etc:- in very
interesting compact city of Chichester.
Home on 5pm train.

Contact Myra 80869053

Visit to American Museum

A visit to the above museum which is near to the city of Bath has been arranged by Myra for Saturday 28th July 14 people have booked so far.
There are various attractions including the Dollar Princesses exhibition recounting the triumphs and travels of American heiresses who married into British aristocracy in the late 19th century. Beautiful gardens,walks and an arboretum. There will also be a skirmish on the lawns between the Settlers and the Native Americans.
Lift from basement (American Heritage exhibition) to roof.
Fully refurbished spring this year. There is a restaurant which is good value.

Museum open Noon - 5pm entrance to house etc:- £6.50 (OAP) children £4

Transport: Train (half price if group booked children in group £1) details later.
Bus or share cars. Myra and Barbara to go first to check details.
Any one wishing to view pictures can access them by logging on to American Museum


Any queries contact Myra 02380869053

Invitation to a Picnic

Joan & Harold Ingram
Gunsfield Cottage
Compton Drive
Plaitford
Romsey
SO51 6ES

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