DELIGHTFUL FIVE HOUR KENNET & AVON CANAL CRUISE FROM
BRADFORD ON AVON Depart 10.00 return 15.00 – 15.30 (depending upon canal traffic)
Cruise the very scenic Kennet and Avon canal aboard the “Barbara McLellan” from BRADFORD WHARF BA15 1LE to the historic and dramatic DUNDAS AQUADUCT where members may dis-embark for a photo opportunity and exercise. The boat is enclosed and has light refreshments (card payment preferred) and toilet facilities. Fare: £28 for members & £29 for guests. Snacks and light packed lunches many be purchased prior to embarkation from the adjacent canal café.
Passengers board and disembark using steps. There is a lift for anybody with mobility issues. Nearest car park is Baileys Barn BA15 1BW (off Moulton Drive).
For passengers arriving by rail : Bradford On Avon Station is a 10-15 minute stroll from the
departure point.
TOILETS : Whilst there is a toilet aboard, the toilet block by the boat is currently closed. Nearest public toilets are in Station Car Park, 56 Frome Rd, Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire BA15 1LA – three mins drive away or a return walk of approx 25 mins. Boarding begins 20 mins prior to departure.
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AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE AROUND POOLE HARBOUR
ABOARD THE DELIGHTFUL
“DORSET QUEEN”
(A registered historic ship)
THURSDAY JUNE 13th
13.30 – 15.00
FARE : £35
Afternoon high tea cruise aboard The Dorset Queen a 1938 vintage Motor Yacht
Welcome glass of chilled Prosecco
Enjoy a high tea comprising homemade sandwiches, scones and cakes served with Dorset tea Cruise around the back of Poole’s five islands. If wind conditions on the day are suitable the cruise will also take you into Poole Bay.
On the return to Poole Quay you will pass Millionaire’s Row at Sandbanks.
Soul and Jazz background music will be played as you cruise.
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MONDAY AUGUST 26TH
SPECIAL EXCURSION ABOARD
“SHIELDHALL”
EUROPE’S LARGEST REMAINING OPERATIONAL STEAMSHIP
SAIL FROM SOUTHAMPTON TO POOLE WITH SPECIAL COACH FROM POOLE & BOURNEMOUTH – PASSENGERS ENJOY DISCOUNTED CRUISE RATES
EXPERIENCE THE GOLDEN AGE OF STEAM ABOARD THE REMARKABLE “SHIELDHALL”.
WIDE OPEN DECKS, COMFORTABLE SALOON, BAR & REFRESHMENTS. PASSENGERS HAVE FULL ACCESS TO THE WONDERS OF THE ENGINEROOM AND
BRIDGE.
TIMES
Coach departs : Poole – Old Orchard (adjacent to the Quay) 08.00, Westbourne (Bingo Hall) 08.15, Wessex Way (Bus pull-in alongside the golf course) 08.25. SHIELDHALL : Sails from Southampton (Berth 110) at : 10.00 – Due Poole 16.00 FARES : Combined coach and boat : £59.50, Cruise only £49.50 (If booked through the C.C.A.).
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Dorset Shipwrecks – Illustrated Talk by Gordon Le Pard
Event Details
Oakdale Conservative Club,
Darbys Lane,
Oakdale
Poole
BH15 3EU
(opposite Oakdale Church)
COST: Members £3.00, Guests £4