| Status: | Active, open to new members |
Our group is unusual as it was set up to encourage members to try their hand at activities they secretly wanted to try out but needed others to support them. We have been on zip wires and the equivalent to "Go Ape"; we've driven 4x4s, learnt archery, discovered the opera and ballet and Escape Rooms, to name but a few of our activities.
If the venue can only take a few, then those members who come to the planning meetings are first in line. If it is a larger outing, we are open to any Gainsborough u3a members who would like to come. We also join with the visits group, at times, to make an outing viable.
If you are interested in joining our group, sign up for events on a Thursday or use the contacts page to send a message to us.
Our Next Events
Table tennis and or paddle
Pending: visit to Scunthorpe for a Treasure Trail
Our Last Event:
A visit to the National Horology Museum
A visit to the National Horology Museum at Upton took place in the 3rd week of September. The museum opened especially for our party and very knowledgeable volunteers showed us round, explaining many of their precious artifacts to us. We learnt how wrist watches came into being, the workings of the speaking clock, some of the history of time keeping, saw the museum's incredible library and, of course, their absolutely wonderful displays of clocks of different types and eras.
Our thanks go to Jean for organising this for us and to the museum volunteers for giving up their time to share their expertise with us. For those of you who could not go the museum is open on Fridays only except by special arrangements.
Doddington Scultpture Exhibition
In September we visited Doddington to view the Sculpture display in the grounds. We had a really good day: the weather was glorious, brunch was good and the sculpture exhibits were marvelous - if rather mind-blowingly expensive!
Visit yo the Steam Punk Event in Lincoln
On August Bank holiday we visited Lincoln to experience Steam Punk . We got into the role and caused quite a stir as we travelled from Gainsborough to Lincoln in our costumes! it was another fun filled day.
Glass Fusion Course
Since May we have had three successful events. On July 26th a group of us went to learn Glass Fusion. We learnt how to snip glass to use and about the different types of glass and then we had a go. First we did a simple practice sheet, then we did the preparation for a tea light bowl and then a larger piece which will be turned into a wave. The final pieces will not be ready for a couple of weeks.
Clumber Park Walk and Picnic
On July 23rd a small group of us went to Clumber Park for a 4 mile walk and a picnic. The weather was glorious and we had a really pleasant time. Our bird identification was not quite as good as it could have been but we were pleased to see egrets. We loved the scarecrow collection.too.
Papplewick Pumping Station Steam Weekend
On July 12th a group visited Papplewick when it was a Steam Event and to see the workings of the Pumping Station. Steam Punk was there so some of our braver members dressed up. It was a superb day, thoroughly enjoyed by all.
Pottery Course
On May 30th, 5 of us tried our hand at pottery. The aim was to make a highland cow. We messily fashioned, smoothed and rolled clay and had plenty of fun in amongst. The results, before firing can be seen below. The event included a drink and lovely cake and afterwards we had a relaxing stroll by the river.
Minutes of Junes Planning Meeting
Four of us went to see the Northern ballet of Gentleman Jack at Sheffield Lyceum. What a treat that was! Now we are awaiting Wuthering Heights in April 2027
Market Rasen on 21st May saw 17 of us descend on, it to challenge ourselves to a Treasure Trail there. We set off at intervals, in 5 teams,, and, through carefully (and not so carefully) following the given clues, we found out much about the town: though not all of us were successful in solving the code.
The ballets of Cinderella and The Nutcracker at the Savoy Cinema were thoroughly enjoyed and members intend to try and see Giselle went it is shown and also “ have a go at” the operas! we tend to go on a Sunday afternoon booking seats round E4. Ask at the Planning Group for information as details are on our WhatsApp group.
Cleethorpes Treasure Trail plus fish and chip lunch took place on Sept. 24th . It was a really good day; the weather was lovely and we had lots of fun following the clues round the town and promenade area.
The fish and chips were excellent too!
Bomber Command, We had an excellent visit to bomber command in Lincoln. Not only were we blessed with sunny weather but our volunteer guide was most interesting and knowledgeable. The thirteen of us all agreed that it was a thought visit and we could not be other than moved reading some of the stories of those who served and lost their lives.
Katakanuing at Activities Away Lincoln, took place on August 28th 11.0am and a good time was had by all, even the member who got very wet!
Venue: Clockhouse Gastrobistro
Present: Jean S, Janice W, Dianne V, Margaret F, Carol D, Sharon S, Glynis B, Karen S, Brian C, Joan S.
Apologies: Pam and Anthony Chapman, Wendy Vick, Pauline Jackson, Christine Balderson, Lizzie, Val.
AOB Suggestion that ballet and cinema visits should be organised by theatre group. To be discussed further.
Below is our new timetable of events (which could be subject to change if we require good weather for the event to take place.)
Next Planning Meeting: tba
Photographs of our previous events:
Nordic walking 30th April I great time was had by all on a very warm day, in beautiful surroundings. Thanks to Tracy, our instructor for her calm and patient teaching.
Ballet: Jane Eyre 24th April Sheffield Lyceum
The ballet was superb. We would highly recommend it as it really brough the novel to life in a beautifully imagined dance.
Past Events
Southwell Treasure Trail. May 2025 What a lovely place to go exploring.
The Louth Treasure Trail on October 24th was great fun. All the groups found one clue rather challenging, however we are getting ready to go on another Trail in the near future.
Equally our visit to see the ballet A Christmas Carol was interesting: the ballet was superb, but unfortunately our train back to Gainsborough was cancelled... husbands came to the rescue, driving rather more miles than they expected!
The Tuxford Walks for Life and Horse Museums visited on 26th September 2024
Below are pictures of our visit to the Sculpture park at Doddington Hall
Beaver Trail, Idle Valley Friday 5th July
