by Webmaster | Aug 4, 2026 | Past Outings
Our final outing of the summer was to Gilberts Nursery to see the Dahlia Field and have a cream tea. Unfortunately, the flowers were not as stunning as in previous years due to the lack of water, but there was still plenty to look at with hundreds of dahlias of all shapes, sizes and colours coming into bloom. About a month later, and with a bit of rain, they should look even better. Despite the flowers not being as impressive as they can be, everyone enjoyed the morning – particularly the huge scones in the cream tea !!
by Webmaster | Aug 4, 2026 | Past Outings
In July we visited Romsey Abbey to see one of the exhibitions on show for the Romsey Festival. A member of Romsey Quilters introduced us to the exhibition and then members had chance to wander around the Abbey marvelling at the 100+ quilts on display. Afterwards we had coffee and biscuits served to us under the trees in the Abbey’s South Garth by the ladies of Romsey Abbey Catering. What a relaxed and inspiring morning it was - and so full of colour.
by Webmaster | Aug 4, 2026 | Past Outings
Summer Outings
This year we had good weather for all our Summer outdoor activities and it wasn’t too hot either.
Adventure Golf
In June we played Adventure Golf at Romsey Rapids, which was a first for us. We put up a gazebo and members could play as little or as much golf as they wished – or sit chatting under the gazebo if they preferred. Everyone seemed to thoroughly enjoy it …. so this may well become a fixture in our summer calendar.
by Webmaster | Jul 13, 2026 | Summer Outings
We will be making a return visit to Gilbert’s Nursery in Sherfield English to visit the glorious Dahlia Field. This will be the start of their season, but with all the hot weather we’ve been having, they will probably start flowering early this year. We will have tea/coffee and a scone whilst we are there.
Please meet at the nursery at 10.30a.m. If you need transport let us know and we will sort a lift. We also need to know numbers for the tearoom.
There is the usual £4 per person charge for this event to include the refreshments.
by Webmaster | Jul 13, 2026 | Summer Outings
‘Yes’ there is such a thing ! We first met him in 2022 and Abbotswood Court Care home have booked him to entertain us again. As you can imagine it’s all about making bubbles of different shapes and sizes. Last time there was an opportunity for us to also have a go. This will be an AFTERNOON event starting at 2.30p.m. Abbotswood Court Care Home will also provide us with some light refreshments.
There is no charge for this event, but we need to give them numbers.