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. Thursday is traditionally curry night, but other meals are available (standard Wetherspoons fare). (Contact: [Phone Number] or email [Email])
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. (Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
The Northampton monthly breakfast meeting at: Zapato Lounge, Welsh House, Market Square, NN1 2EB. Join us for a light snack or the full Lounge Breakfast! Look for the Mblem on one of the tables at the front of the café. (Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email]}
Food and/or drink plus good conversation at The Cadland on High Road in Chilwell. We have a large table reserved from 7.30pm until close. Look for yellow Mblem. The pub has a large car park and is on a bus route. Further info from Maxine or just turn up on the night. New members welcome! (Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
Join me for coffee at The Apple Orchard, High Street, West Wycombe, Bucks, HP14 3AG. https://www.theappleorchard.co.uk/coffee-shop Fascinating 16th century building, lovely food and good coffee. No need to book, but if you want me to look out for you please contact me via the event listing on the Mensa web site. (Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
A free themed treasure trail around and above Wirksworth Meet in Market Place car park near the Hope and Anchor Pub (DE4 4EG / DE4 4ET) to set off between 2-2.30pm. Approx. 1.5 miles and 1.5 - 2 hours. Steep hills. Sensible shoes and covered legs recommended. Family friendly. Free parking available at Canterbury Road (DE4 4GY). Solve clues while seeing the sights. Contact Susan to take part. {Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
Our regular lunchtime meeting at the Adam & Eve Tavern, Lindum Hill. For our topic this month we are asking ourselves: "Is change a good thing?" All very welcome but not suitable for children. Car park, pub food, decent ales, tea/coffee. Please register with Jacquie by Friday 9th so she can book a table. (Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
Join us at "Park Life Cafe", inside Belper River Gardens, at the far end of the gardens, just off the A6. https://m.facebook.com/parklifecafeswisstearooms. Plenty of parking, walks, river views, boats for hire. Light lunches, including vegetarian/vegan options, cakes, ice cream, hot/soft drinks etc. Dog and wheelchair friendly. Booking not essential but helpful - contact Helen. (Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
A general knowledge quiz at The Great Northern canalside pub, Langley Mill, NG16 4AA. £1 per person to take part with money going to Cancer Research UK. Prizes for winning team. Optional sticky 13s and raffle plus free buffet too! Friends and family welcome. An idea of numbers would help bag tables on the night but you are welcome to just turn up. Further info from Maxine. (Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
A day out in Skegness with options to visit Natureland seal sanctuary, Skegness Aquarium, Pleasure Beach, pier plus dinner before heading home. We'll also see the famous clock tower and jolly fisherman! Please contact Maxine for the full itinerary as will depend on who is coming and what everyone wants to do. All ages welcome! (Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
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 real ales, hot drinks and food if you want it. You are welcome to bring a friend or partner. Look out for the Mblem or Magazine on the table. If you need any directions or encouragement, please contact me. (Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
Join us in the foyer of Jury's Inn Hotel on Midsummer Boulevard as we discuss the next book in our series. Contact me for more details via the Mensa website or East Midlands Facebook group. (Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
This month we'll be at The Paddock, 391 Mansfield Road, Breadsall, Derby DE21 4AW (Near the Meteor Retail Park). It has a large car park and is on the H1 bus route. Come along to eat or just for a drink. Look for the yellow Mblem on a table in the front of the pub. Wheelchair accessible. Contact me via the website if you would like me to look out for you. {Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
Come and have a go at playing Petanque, as well as eating in our own room at the Blue Bell, 36 Main Street, Hoby LE14 3DT. There is a car park at the pub. Booking is still essential so please let me know by Friday September 16th at the latest if you want to join in the fun. You are also welcome to bring a guest. (Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
We are going to try an Escape Room at The Works on High Wycombe High Street. Booking is essential. Cost will be approximately £20 depending on the number of participants. Please contact me via the event listing on the Mensa web site to check availability and book your place. (Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
Join us for a stroll around Snipe Dales Country Park, and bring a simple picnic lunch. Mostly good paths, but some steep and potentially muddy stretches - bring suitable footwear. Car park, toilets. Picnic tables usually available, but bring chairs/rug in case. All welcome, including guests. CANCELLED IF RAINING. Please register in advance - no takers, no walk - and contact again on the day if the weather looks doubtful. (Contact: [Email])
Join us in the lounge of The Swan Revived in Newport Pagnell for a leisurely breakfast, or just a coffee if you prefer. Let me know you're coming if possible, for the table reservation. Contact me via the Mensa website or East Midlands Facebook group. (Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
We're going for an Italian meal at Bella Vita, Main Street, Ollerton, NG22 9AD. See menu at www.bella-vita.co.uk and reserve your place with Maxine by 22nd. Grazie! (Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie comes to the Theatre Royal. The world's longest running play now on its 70th anniversary tour. Murder and mystery starring Todd Carty, John Altman and Gwyneth Strong. Tickets £17.50-£36.50. Discount for groups of 10+. Express interest with Maxine. (Contact: [Phone Number] or [Email])
As ever, we are at the Cowper Arms, Digswell (next to Welwyn North station) from 8 pm. Good food and good conversation guaranteed. Please let me know by the 23rd September if you intend to come so that I know to book enough tables, as it does get busy there on Friday nights. (Contact: [Phone Number] or email [Email])