Tue 30 September, 2014
16 mile guided bike ride: Active Ageing Week
A 16 mile led bike ride from Snibston Discovery Museum, meet at 10am before following the national cycle route north out of the town to head out in the countryside north of Coaville. The ride heads through Grace Dieu Woods and onto the rural lanes through Belton and Osgathorpe, taking a mid-ride break at the Queens Head in Belton. Meet outside the Museum, where there is free parking. The ride is organised by Mat Richardson, Active Travel Development Officer of the Leisure Services Team at North West Leicestershire District Council, and is is part of the 'Active Ageing Week' programme of activities from 29th Sept to 05th Oct - http://www.lrsport.org/activeageing. Places are limited, to reserve a place call 01530 454 606 or email activetogether@nwleicestershire.gov.uk
Thu 2 October, 2014
Whitwick and District U3A Afternoon Tea
Come along for a leisurely afternoon break with a chance to chat, find out more about Whitwick & District U3A and enjoy light refreshments. Thursday, 2nd October from 2.30 until 4 pm; Thringstone Methodist Church Hall. Free event.
Sat 4 October, 2014
Cold War Talks - Snibston - Coalville - CANCELLED
Cold War Talk .A series of 4 talks on Britain and the Cold War by Jed Jaggard. These talks look at the role of Britain in the Cold War and how we would have prepared in the face of nuclear war. This talk looks at Civil Defence. How Did We Prepare For The Civilian Population.
At Snibston, Ashby Road, Coalville, LE67 3LN from 1.30 pm to 2.30 pm £4 - Including Tea/Biscuits . No booking required pay on the day. For further information telephone 01530 278444
Sat 4 October, 2014
Whitwick Historical Group Open Day
Whitwick Historical Group invite you to their Open Day on Saturday, 4th October from 10am until 4pm. Based in the unique Victorian Station building in North Street Whitwick, the Group has an enviable reputation for both family history research and its archive on local history, including seven thousand photographs.
If you have never visited the Old Station this is an excellent opportunity. Experienced volunteers will be on hand to answer questions and guide you around the collections.
At 1.30pm, weather permitting, there will be a guided walk around Whitwick to include sites of special historical interest.
Light refreshments will be available throughout the day. Further information is available at www.whitwickhistoricalgroup.org.uk or contact the Secretary on 01509 556793.
Sat 11 October, 2014
Cold War Talks - Snibston - Coalville - CANCELLED
Cold War Talk .A series of 4 talks on Britain and the Cold War by Jed Jaggard. These talks look at the role of Britain in the Cold War and how we would have prepared in the face of nuclear war. This talk is about Britain and the Cold War Conflicts.
At Snibston, Ashby Road, Coalville LE67 3LN from 1.30 pm to 2.30 pm £4 - Including Tea/Biscuits. No need to book pay on the day. For further information telephone 01530 278444.
Wed 15 October, 2014
Ibstock pet and poultry auction
Ibstock pet and poultry auction EVERY Wednesday evening, doors open at 6.30pm hammer down at 7.30pm please feel free to bring your items for sale and get them booked in before 7.30pm 10% commission on all items sold £1 entry on the door (under 13s free)
Ibstock Miners Welfare
Leicester Road
IBSTOCK
LE67 6HN
Fri 17 October, 2014
Whitwick & District U3A Monthly General Meeting
Whitwick and District U3A Monthly General Meeting
Now that autumn is here and thoughts turn to indoor activities, discover what Whitwick and District U3A has to offer. If you are no longer working full-time, make the most of life. U3A gives you the chance to develop your interests, make new friends and enjoy yourself.
Come along to our General Meeting on Friday 17th October where details of almost forty Interest Groups will be available. Several new Interest Groups have started this year. Belonging to a group helps you keep socially active and mentally alert. It is also good fun.
A warm welcome awaits at St. David’s Church Hall, Broomleys, Coalville. In addition, there will be a presentation by our speaker, Colin Bauer, entitled, “My Farcical Life as a Passenger Liaison Officer”. Please arrive at 1.45 for a 2.00pm start. Further information about Whitwick and District U3A is available at www.whitwicku3a.org.uk
Thu 23 October, 2014
Family Geocaching - Thringstone
Make walking fun by turning it into a game. Geocaching is a modern day twist on the popular treasure hunt game. It's a fantastic way of enjoying the outdoors whilst having fun, and an ideal activity for the whole family to enjoy. Equipment provided. Meet 10.30am at Thringstone Members Club for geocaching at Grace Dieu Woods, Thringstone. Cost £2 per family, Booking is required as spaces are limited, to book telephone 01530 454606 or email christopher.mawbey@nwleicestershire.gov.uk. FREE parking, family friendly. Please wear suitable footwear or walking boots/wellies.
Sat 25 October, 2014
Table Top Sale - Swannington - CANCELLED
Table Top Sale at Swannington Village Hall, Main Street, Swannington LE67 8LQ. From 10am - 12.30pm. 50p entrance Light refreshments available.
Tables available at £12 Contact Leicestershire & Rutland Federation of Women's Institutes, WI House, 135 Loughborough Road, Leicester LE4 5LQ 0116 266 1342 wihouseleics@aol.com
Fundraising event for the Federation
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