Group Programme

This spacious early 17th century building with modern annexe, situated in a quiet suburb on the edge of the city, is an ideal base for exploring the City of Exeter, Dartmoor and the Devon coastline.

The hostel closes forever in September, so this is your last ever chance to visit it!

Another chance to eat, drink and sing in the company of friendly folk within the whitewashed walls and open log fire of this archetypal country cottage away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Not forgetting the opportunity to stretch your legs through National Trust woods enjoying the sounds of the forest . There's an extensive network of footpaths and bridlepaths to explore around the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Great music and lots of fun, excellent pubs. Cost includes 57 GBP for the weekend ticket and 50 GBP for a single room at the Heritage Hotel, Macklin St. (a short walk from the festival venue). This was the cheapest of the B&Bs but the Rangemoor Park Hotel (just a few doors away) is only slightly more expensive. Book your own ticket and accomodation then let me (boh) know so I can arrange transport.

A rare chance to visit This 16th century National Trust-owned manor house (1586), with oak spiral staircases, timber-framed walls and grand dining hall, really can be your base. Walking on Wenlock Edge in the Welsh Marches and the Shropshire hills.
We have 5 male and 6 female beds reserved. These will go quickly so ring Liz or boh and get your name on the list of participants.

A basic bunkhouse with excellent walking and 2 pubs nearby in Edale.
Note: sorry folks but we had to increase the cost of this.

Always a heap of fun and a chance to meet up old friends, some from Tanners,Our usual trip to the UK's biggest small annual winter folk event.
Please let Boh know if you want to join the fun.
NOTE: Add £6 for indoor canping and £10 if you buy your ticket after October 1st.
Do join us it's a ball.

As we made a loss on this event last year we only booked 22 places. Sorry to say that these are now all taken but since December is so far away please contact Doroty to have your name added to the waiting list. Places will be allocated on a strictly first come first on basis so call early.
If successful we may book more beds or revert to rent-a-hostel next year.
Price includes the Christmas meal.

Another chance to bask in the warmth of the log fire and personalities at Tanners Hatch.
Not to mention some excellent walking in the crisp December air!

Running on a similar basis to last year with free travel plus a meal included at a fixed price per overnight, whether staying for 1, 2 or 3 nights.

The Herriot Way is a 52-mile walk through the Yorkshire Dales - the region made famous by the James Herriot books.

We'll be tackling the whole walk in four 13-mile stages over the Easter weekend, staying each night at Hawes YH.

Meet 9:30 am at the church
Please confirm attendance with Mick

Meet 9:30 near church at Church Langton. Please let Mick know if you intend to participate.

A rewarding walk taking in much of the Gotham Heritage Trail. Packed full of history and weird tales. Meet at 9:30 St Lawrence Church (opposite the Sun Inn), Gotham.Please let Matt know if you intend to walk it.

A scenic walk from Belton-in-Rutland to Oakham via Leigfield, Braunstone and Brooke. Meet 9:30 at Tourist Information Centre, Oakham. Parking available in Market Place.

Please let Matt know if you intend to walk as transport has to be arranged to the start.

For this walk: meet 9.15am at the Eyebrook Reservoir parking area, just below Stoke Dry village (where the road turns a right angle).

For this walk: meet at 9.15am by Barrowden village pond, opposite the Exeter Arms pub. Parking on the street.

Come along for boozy Halloween bash in the company of excellent people.
Bring along booze.
Please contact Brian if you are coming so that he knows how many to cater for.
See you there.

Southern Indian cuisine. Kayal, 153 Granby street, near railway station. Meet 7:30 for a great night out.
Please let Matt know if you intend to go.
Perhaps we can celebrate the Bonfire night by going to a display, or a pub, or both afterwards.

Held in the function room of our usual Wednesday social venue The Western Hotel. Western Road.
AGM starts 8pm. Meet at 7pm for meal.

Reinstating the Group Christmas Meal. This year to be held at Roma Cafe with easy parking and public transport.
Menu and prices to be confirmed closer to the time.
Please email or phone Boh if you are interested.

We have booked the function room at The Western for a glorious pre-Christmas session of relaxation. That is eating, drinking and letting it all hang out.
Everyone brings some food and, of course, everyone else eats it. So clear out your cupboards of all those out of date commestibles and come along. The whole shebang is being coordinated by the bubbly Pam and Wendy so please ring one of them so that we don't end up with 1000 mince pies and 5 tons of cheese and onion crisps. See you there.