August News Letter

                                                   

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

 It is hard to believe that the weather has been so kind to us after such a late start to the summer.  I hope that you have been able to make the most of it and stocked up on the vitamin D that comes free in the sunshine. 

We had a lovely day out in New Brighton last week.  It really has improved out of all recognition.  Since all the changes have been made it has become really popular, there’s a pleasant walk along the promenade, crazy golf, shops, a cinema, ice cream, cafes.  There is a really good atmosphere there and it’s like an old-fashioned family resort.  I can remember going on Sunday school trips to New Brighton many years ago and it is as crowded now as it was then.

At the last committee meeting Gordon Evans was formally elected and graciously accepted the post of Treasurer. 

At the meeting we also discussed various options and venues for our Christmas meal.  We are hoping to book a lunch at The Birches in Birkenhead and have made provisional enquiries but the restaurant staff cannot accept bookings until the new term starts in September.  We will let you know the date and confirm the venue in the next newsletter.

Sue Munro has a recommendation for a winter outing that doesn’t need to be booked.  The Plaza cinema in Waterloo has special film showings at 1pm on Thursday afternoons for seniors, starting again in September, which include bingo, tea or coffee, and viewings of the latest films.  Last season the price was £4.50.  The Plaza is near to the railway station.

.Past Events

1 -4^th June 2013 Spring Break at The Mount Stewart Hotel, Rhos- on –Sea.  Three members enjoyed superb weather and managed to cram in a walk up the Great Orme,  a trip on the Mountain Railway and a visit to Conway Castle.  They joined us on Tuesday 4^th for a trip on the Llangollen Railway organised by Dave Shilliam.

4 June 2013 Tuesday. 12 Members gathered at Llangollen on a bright sunny morning and after a short walk along the river we boarded the train for a picturesque journey up the valley to Carrog. The carriage was full of chatter and laughter befitting a day out with CERSA. A tasty lunch was served at the Bridge End Hotel and enjoyed by everyone. Thanks to Dave Shilliam for another great day out on the railway.

 

25 June 2013 Tuesday.  12 members met at The Harvester Pub, Otterspool for lunch and a chat.  The weather was glorious and we all sat outside for coffee. Rob had to improvise by using a nail from his car boot odd-bit-box to support the parasol over the outside table as the pin was missing. 

3 July 2013 Wednesday.  Ken Potter led 3 walkers from Dee Lane, West Kirby to Hilbre Island.  Lunch was at The Railway Hotel, Meols where they were joined by another 2 members.
22 July 2013 Monday   Sue Munro organised a private guided tour of St Georges Hall for 28 CSPA members followed by lunch at The Crown, Lime Street, Liverpool.  3 CERSA members joined the group which went behind the scenes to places not normally open to the Public.  All agreed that it was an interesting tour and the food and service at the Crown was very good.  Thanks Sue.

30 July 2013 Tuesday.    13 members met at The Master Mariners  (Wetherspoons ) Pub in New Brighton and enjoyed a good lunch and a good natter.

 Future Events

 14 August 2013 Wednesday.  Reg Griffiths will lead a walk from Clark Gardens, Meet at The Pub in the Park car park at 10.30 and lunch will be at the Pub in the Park at around 13.30.  Please ring Reg on 0151 427 6198 to let him know you will be coming.

27 August 2013 Tuesday. Lunch atThe Hooton Hotel at 12 noon. (come out of Hooton station and turn left to the main road and the hotel is a few yards on the left).

11 September 2013 Wednesday.  Reg Armstrong will lead a walk from the Black Bull Pub in Gatacre at 10.30 hrs arriving back at the pub for lunch at around 13.30hrs.  Public transport is by No 75 bus ( every 10 mins) from Liverpool 1 Bus Station to Gatacre Brow.  Please ring Reg on 0151 722 3731 to let him know you will be coming.  

24 September 2013 Tuesday.  Lunch at The Freshfield Hotel, Freshfield at 12.00hrs 

9 October 2013 Wednesday.  Rob Powell will lead a circular walk from Royden Park starting from the car park at 10.30hrs and lunch will be at The Cottage Loaf at approx. 1330hrs.  Please ring Rob on 0151 608 5737 to let him know that you will be coming.

16 October 2013. Wednesday  Peter Brindley has arranged a guided tour of the National Waterways  Museum, South Pier Road, Ellesmere Port, CH65 4FW  starting with coffee on arrival at 11.30hrs (included in price)  and the tour starts at 12.00 hrs and includes a boat trip 14.00 to 14 30hrs.  The cost is £7.00 per person, pay on the day and he has provisionally booked 15 places. 

22 October 2013 Tuesday.  Lunch atThe Great Mogul Pub at Maghull next to Maghull railway station at 12.00 hrs. 

27 October 2013 Sunday. Autumn Break – The Hydro Hotel, Bowness.

Liverpool CERSA has arranged a four night or five night autumn break at The Windermere Hydro Hotel at Bowness on Windermere from Sunday 27 October or Monday 28 October to Thursday 31 October 2013 at £45.00 per person per night Dinner Bed and Breakfast for a Double or Twin room.  There are four single rooms available on a first come first served basis.  Further singles will be available at a supplement of £10.00 per night.  Please contact Tracey at The Windermere Hydro, quoting Liverpool CERSA.  A deposit of £25.00 per room will be required.  If you wish to stay for a shorter period please contact Tracey.  The address is Windermere Hydro Hotel, Helm Road, Bowness-on –Windermere, Cumbria LA23 3BA.  Telephone 015394 44455.

Date of Next Meeting

The next Committee Meeting will be held at 10.30am on 26 September 2013 at Imperial Court, Exchange Street East, Liverpool.  Please contact Peter Brindley on 0151 520 0154 if you are unable to attend as he has to provide a list of names to the Security Officer.

 Eunice Powell