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Monthly Bulletin June 2014 Report on the May Meeting  

Vive l’Entente Cordiale                                        

An interesting presentation was given by Tony Jukes and Chris. Horsfall about the Twinning of Lutterworth with Chambourcy, in 1999. Chambourcy is a small town 29 km to the west of Paris with a population of about 6,000. Facilities are comparable with those in Lutterworth, but the Primary School is very large.  This commuter town is close to the famous Chateau of Versailles and a trip to the Sunday market in St Germane en Laye is highly recommended.

The Twinning Association functions as a subcommittee of the Town Council, which lends support with a small grant. Fund raising is part of the exciting programme, so that exchanges can take place.  The host country, as a reciprocal agreement, covers excursions to places of interest, food and local travel expenses. French visitors to Lutterworth have plenty to explore when they enjoy the growing friendship of host families. During the alternate yearly exchange visits, there are opportunities to gain insight into areas not normally seen by tourists, who like to be thought of as “Global Travellers”. The Twinning Association has made good inroads into honouring its pledge to promote friendship, respect and mutual understanding through learning about the culture of both towns. It is seeking to involve all ages, schools and businesses in its programme and raise funds through challenges and friendly competitions with other associations. The inability to speak French should not deter any interested party.

NOTE FROM THE CHAIR

 

Many thanks to all of you for electing me to be your Chairwoman.  With the help of a dedicated Committee I shall do my best to fulfil your expectations. We are all very grateful to Eddie Hemsley for his hard work and commitment over the last three years.

I have lived in Lutterworth for the past 27 years and find it an incredibly friendly and vibrant place with a wide range of activities on offer for people of all ages. The U3A can make a significant contribution to this community and the committee of Wycliffe Lutterworth U3A is keen to promote and develop our activities wherever we can.

This includes planning more social events, encouraging and facilitating the setting up of more interest groups, and investigating the possibility of organising one-day workshops or short courses on specific topics if sufficient interest is shown by members. We also seek to further cooperation with Lutterworth U3A, wherever possible, as we are all part of one national organisation. Above all, we seek to offer friendship and a warm welcome to anyone wishing to join us.

 

Jane Clark      Chairwoman

 

INTEREST GROUPS COORDINATOR

 

Our Vice Chairman, Nigel Bones, has agreed to take over this important role. It is the interest groups which constitute the life blood of any U3A and it is vital that anyone who wishes to start or form part of a new group should have access to someone who can offer advice and support.  As active retirees, we all have busy schedules, which may deter some people from registering an interest but there are solutions. A group coordinator does not have to host the group in his or her own home as there are other options. The responsibility for running a group can also be shared between several people so that no one person feels over-burdened.  So please come forward, if you have an interest you would like to share and talk to Nigel!




 

GROUP REPORTS

(in alphabetical order)

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 


BOOK CHAT

Co-ordinator

Mick Curtis

01455 554504

 

“The House at Riverton" by Kate Morton. 

 

Grace, ninety-eight, one-time housemaid of Riverton Manor, is visited by a young director making a film about a poet's suicide. Ghosts awaken and old memories - long consigned to the dark reaches of Grace's mind - begin to sneak back through the cracks. A shocking secret threatens to emerge, something history has forgotten but Grace never could. A tale told through two era's, today and the early twentieth century. The movement from one era to the other was handled very well, but there were a number of anachronisms which did detract from the flow of the story and set some readers inwardly tut tuttting.There was also a feeling that there were echoes of such dramatic works as "Atonement ","Downton Abbey", "Upstairs Downstairs" and probably others, so in a sense a derivative novel. None the less it proved to be a well received read.

Our next book is "Nineteen Eighty Four " by George Orwell which has recently been revived and presented on the stage in London. So should provided an interesting discussion for our group some 30 years after the titles date and the predictions offered by the novel.

 

BUFFET SUPPER CLUB

Co-ordinator

Ann Hetherington

01455 203498

ann@netcomz.com

 

The Supper Club members met together at Vikky & Nigel’s house & had a very enjoyable evening.

The 11th June Supper will be at Mary & David Hodgson’s house—01455 552303

The 9th July evening will be at Ruth & Nigel Bones – 01455 209756

Please let Mary & Ruth know if you are going & what dish you will be bringing. Also bring your own drink, plates & cutlery.

 

CYCLING GROUP

Co-ordinator

Nigel Bones

01455 209756

 

The weather forecast was for heavy showers, possibly torrential, and mixed in with thunder and hail.  But were we daunted?  Certainly not!  Eight intrepid cyclists met at Draughton Crossing on the old Mkt. Harborough to Northampton railway line (now a cycle track), cycled to Pitsford Reservoir, halfway round the reservoir and back to our starting point through rolling countryside and delightful Northamptonshire villages (a total of 19 miles).  A drink and an excellent lunch at The White Horse in the village of Old gave us a welcome break, and just to confirm "the sun shines on the righteous", there was no sign of the predicted heavy showers.  A few drops of drizzle at one point, but overall, perfect cycling weather with little wind, bright sunshine and white fluffy clouds.  A very enjoyable day out, even if the last few miles of hilly countryside presented a bit of a challenge for some. 

 

 The next ride is now in the planning stage.

 

ETHNIC EATING

Co-ordinator

Jill Graham

01455 557117

 



 

Wednesday 28th May – La Casa Loco in Rugby  

 
Nine of us went and had no trouble finding the way to La Casa Loco which is situated on the First Floor of the Churchside Arcade in Little Church Street in Rugby.  It was surprisingly spacious and busy without being overcrowded.  Seven of the party went for Starters - and then the fun began when it came to choosing the Mains.  One person went for a second Starter, a small serving of Hickory Ribs with an extra Side Salad -  another negotiated a more modest Mains choice and the rest just went for it!  Well - one of of the ladies had chosen the Hickory Ribs as a Main Course and when it came it looked as if a Giant Land Crab was crouching on her plate!  Fortunately those who chose Ribs were given a large finger bowl.  When it came to Desserts - only about half the party managed to choose and eat anything while the reminder went for tea or coffee.  The staff were obliging and went round taking photos of the different tables and parties.  There were lots of Mexican sombreros available and these could be worn by diners!  The staff were cheerful and very obliging and overall we felt that it was a very good experience and one the group would repeat when we had finished working our way through a few more "ethnic" cuisines.

 

TUESDAY 24 JUNE (NOTE CHANGE OF EVENING) Dot Barnard and I went into Leicester to investigate a Greek Restaurant near Fenwicks, and found that it had morphed into a “Wedding Restaurant”?!?!  So, we went round the corner to a French Restaurant, Pierre Le Bistrot and had lunch there (not to be confused with Pierre Le Bistro – a National Chain).  We found that they do some “Special” Dinners called “Soiree Gastronomique” with a 6-Course Set Dinner for £22.95.  I have made a provisional booking for that night and we can arrange Car Shares and park in Newarke Street Car Park which is nearby. (Postcode  LE2 7AD - £2 after 6 pm)

 

Menu is

Cauliflower Soup with Parmesan

Salad of Flageolet & French Beans, Chorizo and Smoked Bacon

Choice of Pan-fried Scottish Pasture-fed 21-day-aged Rump Steak with Black Pepper Butter

Or  Skate Wing Meuniere with Beurre Noisette

Fondant au Chocolat

Typical Rustic French Cheese Board

Coffee and Chocolate                          NOTE - £5 DEPOSIT REQUIRED

 

Wednesday 23rd July – I am hoping to book at the Istanbul Turkish Restaurant Nuneaton – good reviews on Trip Advisor.

 

ALL THAT JAZZ – Friday 2 May - a Live Jazz Evening at Summersault Vegetarian Restaurant in Rugby.  What can I say?  Eleven of us turned up and had a thoroughly enjoyable evening both from the point of view of the food we ate and the jazz we enjoyed.  All agreed that they would like to repeat the experience and so the following week I made a booking for 12 for Friday 16th May to dine and hear Thomas “Spats” Langham and Hotfingers (on the recommendation of the Proprietors – Eileen and Michael Jeffs).

 

Then I found out that 9 of those interested were away on holiday that week and the tenth was out the previous 3 nights and planned to stay in and recharge her batteries.  SO - I went on my own and was so glad I did – and no, it was not just the food – (especially the Pavlova!)  Thomas “Spats” was a virtuoso on the guitar (and the banjo) and could sing at the same time too! – Hotfingers was equally talented on the Bass and the Tuba, and the girl singer was fabulous.

 

I will put out details with sheets for several Jazz nights and you can take your pick – although, personally, I find the sound of “Bridget and the Big Girls Blues” intriguing!

 

If you are interested in the Jazz Evenings and want to be kept informed of when we might be going to Summersault, please e-mail me and I will add you to my Jazz List.

 

FRENCH CONVERSATION

Co-ordinator

Sue Hicks

01858 880273

22 May 2014

12 people watched the 1988 film “Romuald et Juliette”.  I think we all thoroughly enjoyed it and found it funny.  The story was light-hearted and improbable, yet touched on some serious prejudices and criminal acts encountered in real life.  We enjoyed the way everything had a happy ending (apart from those in prison!).

The next meeting will be on 26 June.

GARDEN GROUP

Co-ordinator

Sue Creeden

01455 557888

 

On a very wet Tuesday in May, 21 enthusiastic members visited Anna Smith’s garden at Green Wicket Farm, Bitteswell.  Although a young garden, it was imaginatively laid out with gravel paths leading visitors round borders full of colour with lots of deep pinks, purples and blues.  There was not a weed to be seen!  Anna answered our questions and gave us lots of information about the plants.  Welcome refreshments were then served indoors.

On 24th June the group is going to Barnsdale Gardens, near Oakham.  The Broughton Astley Community mini-bus, which seats 14 people, will leave the car park at the back of the Co-Op in Broughton Astley at 9.15 a.m. and then the Lutterworth Recreation Ground Car Park at 9.30 a.m.  It will leave Barnsdale at 4.00 p.m. for the return journey arriving back at approx. 5.30-6.00 p.m. The cost will be approx. £6.50 per person.  If more than 14 people would like to go, we will lift-share in cars (Arrangements to follow). Entry to the gardens is £7.00 for adults or £6.00 per person (concessions). Free entry for RHS members.  No picnics are allowed but there is a café which serves snacks and light meals.

If you would like to go, and you have not already done so, please email on sueandpeter.creeden@talktalk.net or phone on the above number by Tuesday, 17th June.  (Should more than 20 members wish to go, we may be able to take advantage of a group booking discount).

Just to let you know, Willoughby Waterleys village have an open gardens weekend on 12th and 13th July.  However, our group member, Eileen Spencer, who will be opening her garden under the NGS scheme the following weekend, has invited us to visit her garden for our monthly meeting on Tuesday 22nd July.  It’s definitely one not to miss.

 

 

 

GARDEN LUNCHES

Co-ordinator

Jill Graham

01455 557117

email grahjill@hotmail.com

                   

Tuesday 20th May – Farndon Fields Farm Shop   Farndon Road, Market Harborough, LE16 9NP  Tel 01858 464838  (Fork right on to Welland Park Road at the bottom of Lubenham Hill and then take next right on to Farndon Road and the Farm Shop is on the right after about half a mile.)

 

Nine of us went there and 8 of the party (all local to our area) had never been before.  They enjoyed the meal and were very impressed by the range and quality of the goods on sale in the shop, which is stocked with their own produce whenever possible.  The vegetables and fruit are really fresh: there is a butcher’s counter sourced with top quality, local meats.  The Cafe serves a range of home made meals and there is a Plant Centre.  Artisan bread is stocked from the Hambleton Bakery and if you fancy a refreshing drink, they stock Harrington Gin which is locally made as well as Langton Brewery Ale and local wines.

 

Those who went were most impressed and said they would go again under their own steam.

 

Tuesday 10th June – Foxton Locks Inn - Bottom Lock, Gumley Road, Foxton, Market Harborough  LE16 7RA   Tel 0116 279 2525   www.restaurantfoxtonlocks.co.uk  Varied Menu – Report next month

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LIVELY DISCUSSION

Co-ordinator

Dot Barnard

01455 208190

dot.barnard@uwclub.net

 

12th May 2014

What should we do about the lack of burial space?

The group felt that everyone in the UK should be cremated, although this would be difficult for Jewish and Muslim people who bury their dead. Hindus always use cremation and so do the Japanese - where the number is almost 100%. Muslims in India can be buried standing up which is cheaper as well as taking less space. In France burial plots are purchased for fewer years than here, the bones are then moved to an ossuary and the plot re-used. The usual time period for Rights of Burial in the UK is 99 or 100 years. In Denmark the Rights of Burial last 25 years.

 

We arrived at our conclusion because 80% of burial space has already been used, some churchyards are full and closed to further burials and forecasts about burial space running out vary between 2020 and 30 to 40 years’ time. Also the ageing population means a rise in the death rate in the next few years. The Church of England is planning to change its laws to enable unused burial plots, after 75 years, to be reallocated without having to petition the Secretary of State. The Church is also encouraging cremations by making them much cheaper than burials. They are empathetic towards the bereaved who wish their family members to be nearby, so even churchyards and cemeteries closed to burials are accepting cremations.

 

Surprisingly lack of burial space is not regarded as a national problem so the only part of government ‘responsible’ for burials is the Ministry of Justice which simply states the rules and regulations regarding registering deaths, and burials and cremations. Locally there is no information from the county council except the rules and regs, whilst Harborough District lists the cemeteries and churchyards for which it is responsible together with Register Office details. The M o J is now consulting with the Institute of Cemetery and Cremation Management and the Society of Local Parish Clerks as there are more than 700 local organisations dealing with burials. This consultation closed on 3rd March 2014. Prior to this the government hadn’t looked at the problem since 2001!

 

Leicester City Council sent out a consultation document to everyone who lives in the city, which had to be returned by 5th January 2014. Options given where to use unused space between rows of graves, build another cemetery before Gilroes and Saffron Hill run out, make available more natural burial sites, introduce shorter/flexible burial rights, bury multiple people in one grave and LCC also asked for ideas on new sites.

 

Tony Morris, chief executive of ICCM says the average cost of a funeral is £3,500. Leicester City say it costs £1,415 to maintain an adult lawn grave for 99 years, but they only charge £1,050 so will have to make changes whatever the outcome of their survey. Cremations cost half or less than a burial. Most funeral directors offer an insurance scheme whereby you can pay for your funeral now and that part won’t change, although the disbursements will be paid at the actual time of your funeral.

 

The press and the BBC feature the burial space problem regularly and the BBC conducted a recent survey which took more than a year because there is no national scheme to re-use cemetery spaces. It appears that the government is prevaricating.

 

The group was also concerned that Queen Victoria’s attitude to Albert’s death had meant a complete attitude change to death which is still evident today. Many people will not discuss their demise and in some cases they even refuse to make a will which not only means that the government could take their remaining assets, but will mean much more difficulty for their grieving relatives.

 

July Topic: Should there be restrictions on welfare migration?

 

 

PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP

Co-ordinator

Mick Curtis

01455 554504

 

 

 

 

A reinstated photography group met and shared our images on the subject of "Wheels". Once again the group showed great initiative in their efforts to fulfil the brief. We talked about the future of the group and the projects we will tackle. We all agreed that we would meet every other month on the last Friday of that month and have drawn up a programme of topics for the next twelve months. You will also see in the bulletin a photo by one of the group that we have chosen from all those presented.

 

This month’s photo is by Trudy Haddon on the subject "Wheels". (see  page 14).

 

Obviously there are limitations due to printing that will not do full justice to the image. If you wish to see it in its full glory I suggest a visit to our web site www.wycliffelutterworth3a.org where it and subsequent photos will be displayed. 


 


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POETRY GROUP

Co-ordinator

 Sylvia Hitchen

0116 247 8353

Sylvia.hitchen@btinternet.com. 

 

22nd May

The suggested theme for the afternoon was "Food and Drink" and the poems read did not disappoint with their mouth watering imagery of cherries, chocolates, blackberries, Cornish pasties, oysters, puddings, plums and lots of alcohol. A large proportion of the poems were amusing with Spike Milligan, Pam Ayres and Roger McGough featuring, along with Byron's poem about drinking wine from a human skull (which apparently he actually did). Two of the poems read aloud were penned by Rudyard Kipling's cat and John Keats' cat. Other poems included old favourites Seamus Heaney, Carol Ann Duffy and Gillian Clarke. We also discussed a couple of darker themes, alcoholism and anorexia.

For the next session we are going to choose poems we know from our own childhoods, or poems which mean a lot to us. That will be June 26th at 2.00pm.

 

PUB LUNCHES

Co-ordinator

Jill Graham

01455 557117

email grahjill@hotmail.com

Wednesday 7 May 2014 - KILWORTH  SPRINGS   GOLF  COURSE

The 20 who went enjoyed their meals, although the 2 who chose salad felt they were on the meagre side.  Apparently the reason they want menu choices in advance is because the fish has to be ordered in specially.  It would make more sense when ordering simply to let them know who was having fish.  The Club has just opened The Attic Restaurant which offers modern British Cuisine, set in stylish and contemporary surroundings and provides guests with spectacular views of the golf course

Wednesday 4 June – The Grey Goose, Gilmorton – report next month

Wednesday 2 July – Badgers Mount Hotel & Restaurant, 6 Station Road, Elmesthorpe

LE9 7SG   They have a Specials Menu – 2 Courses, £6.95 and 3 Courses, £9.50  Still time to sign up for this one.  Their Menu changes frequently and I have asked for a copy of the Menu for 2 July well in advance.  They seem to offer 4 choices of Starters and Desserts and 6 choice of Main Courses.

 

SCRABBLE

Co-ordinator

Pat Hunter

01455 699935

11 Greenacres Drive

Eight Scrabble players met at our new venue on May 13th, and as this first time I thought it was worth trying to introduce an electronic version of the game. This idea was mainly due to lack of space for a further table but was not altogether met with enthusiasm. Two players played on my I-Pad whilst the others used the traditional boards and tiles. Perhaps now the idea of using computer technology has been planted, more of our members will enter into the spirit of the 21st Century. From my own point of view the electronic version has the merits of keeping the score which enables one to concentrate on creating the words. Conversely, it’s not quite the same as hands on, picking up the tiles and moving them around or giving that bag of letter tiles a good shaking when you have a rack full of vowels and would rather get a point scoring letter such as K, H or even an X or a Z.

For the second month running there was a 50 plus score for using all seven tiles in one go. This time it was Christine’s turn to score 70 points. There is a rumour regarding the use of a special biscuit (namely a Jammie Dodger) which once consumed enables the player to play a seven letter word. We are considering renaming this said teatime treat to “Jammy Beggar”. However since nearly all the players on that table had eaten one of these biscuits one wonders at its efficacy.

I hope to see you all here again next time on Weds June 11th, and I would like to thank June for the use of her spare Scrabble sets.

SNAIL’S PACE WALKING GROUP

Co-ordinator

Sheila Eggleton

01455 554387

sheilaeggleton@yahoo.co.uk

 

June 20th 2014

Our walk will be led by Marilyn and will be around North Kilworth, it will take approx. 90 minutes. We can park at Kilworth Springs Golf Club where we can have refreshments at the end of the walk.  However because they are hosting a large tournament that day we will need to be at Kilworth Springs to order food by 11.15a.m. The walk will leave at 11.30 a.m.

 

16th May 2014

We were a very small group who set out on our walk within Bradgate Park, as many of our regular walkers were on holiday.  Two new members, Chris and Mary joined us for what was an extremely lovely walk.  We have been very fortunate with the weather on all of our walks and this was no exception, it was ideal weather for walking, the trees were in full leaf and the deer roaming freely. In so many ways the landscape is idyllic and yet walking through the Park, past the ruins of Lady Jane Grey’s home one cannot fail to think of the young woman, pious and highly intelligent, bullied by her ambitious parents resulting in her death at such a young age.  Jane had a miserable, unhappy life when at Bradgate which for me always tinges any walk through Bradgate Park with a little sadness.

Sheila Eggleton.

 

 

 

SOCIAL EVENTS GROUP

Co-ordinator

Nigel Bones 01455 209756; email, nigel.bones50@btinternet.com  

TREASURE HUNT WEDNESDAY 18TH JUNE

As announced last month there will be another Treasure Hunt walking around Lutterworth. The start will be from 6pm outside the Town Hall but don't all come then please as we need to stagger the starts between 6pm and about 630pm. Teams of 4 are ideal but can be any number up to 5.. There will be hot food available at an unknown venue (you could say that is the treasure) costing £5. There will be a list available at June's Monthly Meeting and I would like paying Cash or Cheque (made out to Julian Hargreaves) on the same day. Please note maximum number is 40 due to the size of the food venue.

Julian Hargreaves   tel 01455 557704

 

 

TRIPS

Co-ordinator

George Robertson

01455 559725 email:george9high@hotmail.com

 

Gloucester Trip Report.

A party of 45 U3A members left Lutterworth to enjoy a day in Gloucester visiting the docks, the Cathedral and a bit of shopping and dining slotted in. The weather was fairly kind to us with some sun, no rain and only a stiff breeze to contend with on occasions. The guides taking us round the cathedral were excellent and enhanced the visit. The feedback from the group was overwhelmingly positive with the comment “We need more time” being the only mild criticism heard. A new coach operator was used for this trip and the good quality of the coach was commented upon. I shall probably use them again. Next visit?  I’m having a look at Ely in Cambridgeshire with its Cathedral

 

1st WEDNESDAY WALKING GROUP

WYCLIFFE U3A Joint Co-ordinators:

Roger Watmore 01455 552431 and

Julian Hargreaves 01455b 557704

Date of Walk – 2nd July 2014

Walk organisers Peter & Irene Moore 01455 552594

Meeting point - Coventry Road Recreation Park at 9.20 a.m. to leave at 9.30 a.m.

Directions to the Start - Towards Blaby on A426; after crossing the M1, turn right at road signed Countesthorpe.  In Countesthorpe village proceed along the one way system, at T junction you will see the Axe and Square Pub on the left, LE8 5RQ.  This is the long awaited *Pub Lunch*  Parking and Toilets available

Route and Distance: Starting from the Axe & Square Pub at 10.00 am. The walk of 5.7 miles is on a mixture of field paths and bridle ways. Starting towards Foston then heading South via Peatling Magna and return to the Axe & Square Pub for lunch.

   A very special Lunch has been arranged. 2 Courses £3.50.This is the correct price. Choice of Hot Lunch, choice of Sweet/Pudding. Good Food & Exceptional Value. The Puddings *are to die for*.  Vegetarian option available.  Order before Walk.  Irene and I have tried it and enjoyed it.  Round road travel trip is 15 Miles.

May Walk – 25 walkers and 2 dogs started out from The Coach and Horses in Lubenham under amazing clouds, with a few welcome sunny breaks.  We made it home before the rain - no doubt because some of our walkers had just donned their waterproofs!  The 5½ mile walk started with an uphill track, soon branching off into fields of wheat and rape, past some tethered ponies, over an old WW2 airfield and to the high razor-wired perimeter fences of Gartree High Security Prison.  We crossed Gallow Field Road (no gallows in view) and proceeded towards the Grand Union Canal, along the towpath for a bit and then down through Foxton village.  We had our break at the swing bridge, but disappointingly no canal boats came past to demonstrate the bridge in action.  We returned to Lubenham round the other side of Gartree, via more farmland and over Mill Hill.  Lunch was both welcome and tasty.

John and Sue Hicks

              4th  WEDNESDAY WALKING GROUP Co-ordinators:    

Sue & Peter Creeden

01455 557888 553341

 

May 2014 Walk Report

 

After two days of almost continuous rain and still raining that morning it was a surprise to see anybody at the start of the walk. But today we saw who the “real” walkers were. Keith and June Whiting lead nine of us in total from the The New Inn near Long Buckby to “enjoy” a varied walk along canal towpaths, roads and countryside and passing through the village of Long Buckby. We stopped for coffee sheltering under the trees in Pocket Park (Mill Park Reserve) which is owned and maintained by Long Buckby Parish Council. Needless to say there was a little bit of mud to encounter but the grass was so wet it soon cleaned the boots so we withheld the red card on this occasion. We think everybody felt better for the walk having been cooped up indoors for two days but we did end up a little damp. Afterwards lunch was enjoyed at the pub.

Sue and Peter Creeden

 

Wednesday 25 June 2014

 

George`s Longer All Day Walk

 

Walk Organiser:- George Robertson Tel: 01455 559725

Meeting Point and Time:- Lutterworth Recreation Ground car park at 9.20am to arrange car sharing. We will leave at 9.30am.

Start Point: Lyddington - outside the Old White Hart at 10:30am.

Directions to the Start:-. Head out on A427 to Market Harborough. Approaching the town at the first mini-roundabout turn right onto Welland Park Road (to avoid the town centre). At the traffic lights turn left and immediately right. Pass Sainsburys and at the next roundabout go right and under the bridge and then left. At the traffic lights turn right and follow the A427 until Corby. At the roundabout turn left onto the A6003 (signed Oakham). Continue down through Rockingham and Caldicott. In Caldicott turn right (straight on at the bend) onto the B672 (signed Morcott). After about a mile the road takes a sharp left bend, go round and then straight on joining the minor road to Lyddington. In Lyddington park on the road near The Old White Hart (LE5 9LR). Please leave gaps so that cars can pull in when passing. The journey will take approximately 45 minutes.

 

Route and Distance:- From Lyddington we head towards Stoke Dry and then onto Uppingham (there will be a coffee stop on the way overlooking the reservoir). After lunch in Uppingham we will walk through the town and then pass through Bisbrook and Seaton. In Seaton we can take a slight detour to view the Harringworth viaduct. It`s then back to Lyddington. The walk is approximately 9.5 miles with one fairly steep incline near the start but after that fairly level and there are quite a number of stiles.

Lunch arrangements:- Lunch will be at Uppingham. We will stop for approximately 45 minutes to an hour. There are seats in the town centre to picnic or you can go off and try one of the local pubs and cafes. 





 

JOINT WYCLIFFE LUTTERWORTH

And LUTTERWORTH U3A GROUPS

And groups open to WLU3A members




 

 

 

 

 

 

TUESDAY  WALKING GROUP Co-ordinator:      

Gordon Jones (Lutterworth U3A)

01455 556192

Date of Walk: Tuesday 17th June
Co-ordinator: Gordon Jones. Tel. 01455 556192
Walk Organizers: Brian Thorp, 01455 209584
Meeting Point: Coventry Road Recreation Ground car park
Meeting Time: 09.20, leave at 9.30.

Route and distance: Just over 6 miles of good field paths and tracks.

Start Point:   The Rose and Crown at Bushby/Thurnby.  LE7 9PJ
Directions to the Starting Point: If you know the route through the villages to the A47 east of Leicester go that way.  The AA route suggests M1 to J21 (Fosse Park), Ring Road anticlockwise to A47 then east to Thurnby.  Travelling in this direction turn right into Main Street (signed Bushby, Thurnby).  Follow Main Street round to the right, the pub is on the left on a service road.  Park at the rear of the car park.

Lunch: At the Rose and Crown, select before setting off.

Return Mileage from Lutterworth: 35 miles.


 

MONTHLY MEETINGS

 

These are held on the second Thursday of each month at the Methodist Church Hall. Between 10am and 10.30 coffee and tea will be served. Members will have a chance to meet friends old and new.

Group co-ordinators will be available to answer any queries.

Copies of the current Bulletin are available, but if you are unable to make the meeting copies will be available in Lutterworth and Broughton Astley Libraries, and in Lutterworth Town Council Offices (opposite the church we meet in).

Alternatively, you can view the Bulletin online via the website www.wycliffelutterworthu3a.org

The speaker will commence at 10.30 for approximately 45 mins
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