This is our monthly meeting at the Three Magnets, in Leys Avenue. This is one of the main shopping streets of Letchworth, and is a short walk from the railway station, which is served by frequent trains between London and Cambridge. Please call or text Steve on [Phone Number], or email [Email] for further information and encouragement.
A virtual meet-up for those who do, or don't, come to our meetings in person. Old and new friends very welcome, regardless of where you live. Bring your own coffee! Please email me in advance on [Email] and I will send the Zoom link.
Join me at the Wycombe Swan theatre to see this adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's "Private Peaceful" for the stage. We join 18-year-old Private Tommo Peaceful in the trenches as he tells us his story. Buy your own tickets from https://wycombeswan.co.uk/Online/tickets-private-peaceful-wycombe-2022 Please contact me on [Phone Number] or e-mail me at [Email] to let me know you are coming.
Please join Dave and Alison online for a relaxed and informal Sunday afternoon of board games and chat. All members and friends are welcome. We play most Sundays using www.boardgamearena.com and Jitsi for chat. Further details are on the main Mensa web site. For more information please contact Dave a few days beforehand. Either telephone him on [Phone Number] or e-mail to [Email]
The Northampton monthly breakfast meeting at: Zapato Lounge, Welsh House, Market Square, NN1 2EB. Join us for a light snack of the full Lounge Breakfast! Look for the Mblem on one of the tables at the front of the café. Contact me on [Phone Number] or [Email]
Join us at Beaurepaire Patisserie, 52 King Street, Belper, DE56 1PL. Free parking nearby. Panini, salads, jacket potatoes, daily specials, homemade cakes, hot/soft drinks and more. We usually have the parlour on the top floor to ourselves. An idea of numbers needed so tables can be reserved. Please contact Helen on [Phone Number] or [Email] by the weekend before the meeting if you are thinking of coming.
Join us for a meal at The Cadland pub/restaurant on High Road in Chilwell. We have a large table reserved, usually to right of area as you enter from the car park. Menu at www.emberinns.co.uk. Or come later for just a drink. Further info from Maxine on [Phone Number] or [Email] or just turn up on the night. New members welcome.
Join me for coffee and chat at the Air Adventures Café on Booker Airfield, near High Wycombe. Free parking available. No need to book, but if you want me to look out for you, let me know you are coming on [Phone Number] or e-mail me at [Email]
Our regular meeting at the Adam & Eve Tavern, Lindum Hill. This month we are asking ourselves: 'If we are in a safe place, do we have an obligation to open the door when someone in danger knocks?' All very welcome. Car park, food, decent ales, tea/coffee. Please contact me by Friday 10th if you hope to come, as we have to book the alcove. Email [Email] or telephone [Phone Number].
Easy, compact walk. Barby Marina, Oxford Canal and Barby Wood. Meet at 'The Arnold Arms', Ware Road, Barby, Rugby. CV23 BUE (542 705) OS 222 7.75km (2 hrs 30 mins). Drink afterwards at 1:15pm. At 'The Green Man', Daventry Road, Dunchurch CV22 6NS. For help or encouragement [Phone Number][Email]
A 3-4 mile stroll through the north Northants countryside. Meet in the car park at Twywell Hills & dales Nature Reserve, accessed from the A510 or Junction 11 of the A14, a few miles east of Kettering. A circular walk with a pub stop half-way for refreshments. Contact me on [Phone Number] or [Email]
This month we will be at Mr Grundy's, Ashbourne Road, Derby, DE22 3AD (part of the Georgian House Hotel, entrance round the back). We'll be in our separate room (if the weather is good enough we might move outside) - ask for "Susan's Group". Come along to eat or just for a drink. Separate Pizza menu available as well as pub food. Contact Susan on [Email] or [Phone Number].
Haddenham is an interesting village near Thame with a local museum and Tiggywinkle's Wildlife Hospital. It is the location for June's Treasure Hunt. If you would like to join us for all or part of the day, please let me know on [Phone Number] or e-mail me at [Email] by Monday 13th June. I will then forward you the detailed arrangements for the day.
A free themed treasure trail around the village and canals of Shardlow, once an inland port. Meet in free car park on Wilne Lane (DE72 2HA) to set off between 2-2.30pm. Approx. 3.5 miles and 2 hours. Suitable for children and dogs. Discover historic facts whilst solving clues to find out whodunnit. Optional dinner at the New Inn afterwards. Contact Maxine on [Phone Number] or [Email] to take part.
Join me for our usual convivial third Monday of the month gathering at the welcoming Cradock Arms, 201 Knighton Road, Leicester, LE2 3TT. The pub serves cask and guest ales and food if you want it. You are welcome to bring a friend or partner. Look out for the Mblem or Magazine. If you need any directions or encouragement, please contact me on [Phone Number] or at [Email].
Book Group will be at 7pm on Monday 20th in the foyer of Jury's Inn Hotel in MK city centre. Please contact me for details of this month's book.
On Wednesday 22nd we will be doing a 3½ hour picturesque cruise on the John Bunyan river boat from Bedford to the Anchor at Great Barford. The cost is £39pp which includes a buffet lunch at The Anchor. The cruise departs from Priory Marina at 10am, arriving at The Anchor at 1.30, with return by coach back to Priory Marina at 3pm. Book your own places at https://johnbunyanboat.tygit.com/shop/group-tickets/pk/0580619c17a1203390793914de7566b5 and let me know your booking details so I can arrange for us to sit together.
We have tables reserved at The Clock House Cafe, Main Street, Upton, NG23 5TE, for a light lunch. Menu at https://clockhousecafeupton.weebly.com. Reserve your place with Maxine on [Phone Number] or [Email] by 15th latest. New faces welcome as are guests.
A private tour of the Museum of Timekeeping at the British Horological Institute at Upton Hall (NG23 5TE) generally closed to the public. This listed building contains fascinating timepieces including Captain Scott's watch from the 1912 polar expedition, voice of the speaking clock and more. Visit approx. 2 hours with Q&A session at end. £10 per person. Pre-booking essential by 15th latest. Contact Maxine on [Phone Number] or [Email]
As ever, we are at the Cowper Arms, Digswell (next to Welwyn North station) from 8 pm. Richard will be away, so Steve is hosting this one. The restriction on numbers has been relaxed, but if you want to come, please can you call or SMS me on [Phone Number] by Friday 17th June to give me an indication of who is coming.
Interactive festival including a fishing village, complete with ships and craftworkers, Jarl's court, display of Viking horsemanship and archery. Watch warriors in action and even meet them. It's at Locko Park near Spondon. DE21 7BW. Tickets cost £10 (Concessions £7.50, children aged 6-17 £5, Family ticket £25). Contact Susan on [Email] or [Phone Number] for meeting arrangements and (by Wed 22nd) to see if we've numbers for a group discount.
Come and dine with us at The Sugar Loaf, 2 Nottingham Road (A606), Ab Kettleby LE14 3JB. Check out the pub at https://www.the-sugar-loaf.co.uk/ You are welcome to bring one friend along. Booking is essential so please let me know by Saturday 18th June if you would like to come along. Contact me on [Phone Number] or e-mail [Email]
Sunday breakfast will be from 10am on Sunday 26th at The Swan Revived Hotel in Newport Pagnell (though please do check social media or contact me nearer the time to confirm). It's always helpful (but not essential) if you can let me know if you plan to attend so I can reserve a large enough table.
An authentic taste of Turkish cuisine at Alaturka Meze Mangal restaurant in West Bridgford. Free parking right outside. See menu at www.alaturkamezemangal.co.uk and book your place with Maxine on [Phone Number] or [Email] by 24th.
Dinner at the charming riverside Pyewipe Inn. Walkable from central Lincoln. By car, access is down a single-track lane off A57 just west of A46 bypass roundabout - clearly signposted to the inn. All welcome! We'll sit outside if the weather is fine, but I'll book a table inside just in case, so please contact me by Saturday, 25th June: [Email] or [Phone Number].