Thursday 55 BowlingLeague Phoenix A team

Pictured above are the Thursday 55 Bowling
League Phoenix A team at their annual lunch with
special guests Barbara and Brian (centre)
who will be known to many of our members.
Both were formidable bowlers being very difficult to
beat and won many trophies over the years.
Despite being well into their 90s they continued to
participate in both indoor and outdoor bowling
activities until 2021. 

Posted by / February 28, 2024 / Posted in News

NEW – Tea & Chat Afternoon

Sadly, support for the monthly coffee morning has dwindled since the recent move to The Barley Mow, Milford, and these are now discontinued. A monthly Tea & Chat at The Wildwood will now replace the coffee mornings. These afternoon sessions will take place on the 1st Tuesday each month from 2pm. Please join us if you can and feel free to bring a friend who may be interested in joining the Phoenix Club – meeting dates are Feb 6th, Mar 5th & Apr 2nd. Meg & Robin

Posted by / January 8, 2024 / Posted in News

AGM/Christmas Party

Over 100 members enjoyed our AGM/Christmas Party. Many thanks to Patti and her team for a fabulous event.

Posted by / November 26, 2023 / Posted in News

Just Announced! Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto at the Victoria Hall, Hanley on 2nd February 2024

Karen Gomyo, a sensational Japanese born violinist, makes her debut in our series and will show exactly why in Tchaikovsky’s glorious concerto. The rest of the programme is high voltage with John Storgårds bringing his special virtuosity to Sibelius’s symphonic portrait of a nation awakening to freedom.

Full details and booking slip will be included in the NOVEMBER edition of your Newsletter.

Posted by / September 19, 2023 / Posted in News

Shrewsbury Flower Show

Patti arranged perfect weather for the outing to The Shrewsbury Flower Show

Posted by / August 12, 2023 / Posted in News

Beginners Line Dancing Group welcomes new members

We meet at Walton Village Hall, at 1.00 pm-1.45 pm, during school term time only. No experience necessary. Contact Group Leader, Sue for more details (phone number is in your Phoenix Newsletter)

The Autumn term commences on Wednesday SEPTEMBER 6th.

The group members presented Linda with a bouquet of flowers to show their appreciation.
Posted by / August 1, 2023 / Posted in News

Advanced Line Dancing Group welcomes new members

Say hello to our Advanced Line Dancing Group members and their lovely teacher, Linda (Front row, centre). Looks like the group may welcome a few more men.

Contact Group Leader, Fay, if you would like to join the group.

Posted by / July 13, 2023 / Posted in News

Fun & Friendship at the seaside

Click on link above to view photographs.

A group of our members enjoyed a lovely day out at Llandudno. Patti even managed to arrange the sunshine!

Posted by / July 8, 2023 / Posted in News

Just Announced! Outing to Sheffield Industrial Museum, followed by a luncheon cruise on the Sheffield & Tinsley canal. Date: Thursday October 5th.

Visit Kelham Island Museum which celebrates 300 years of Sheffield making history

You’ll hear the roar and feel the rumble of the mighty River Don Engine

During your visit you’ll have a chance to:

  • See the pioneering Sheffield Simplex cars and more in the Transport Galleries
  • Step back in time as you stroll along the cobbles of Little Mesters Street
  • Explore the Hawley Tool Collection, chronicling centuries of skilled craftsmanship and precision manufacturing
  • See the Crossley Gas Engine and Die-Sinkers Workshop in action
  • Find out about life on the home front in Sheffield in the 1916 House 

Then when it’s time to recharge your batteries, there are plenty of treats to be had in the Island Café Bar – there’s even a traditional pub on-site, The Millowners Arms.

Enjoy a pie/Pea lunch while cruising on the Sheffield & Tilsley canal

Full details and reservation form will be included in the AUGUST edition of your Newsletter. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Posted by / July 3, 2023 / Posted in News

Coronation Celebration 12th May 2023

Many thanks to Patti for organising our Phoenix Coronation celebration party. As Tina said ‘You are simply the BEST!’

Thank you Patti!
Posted by / June 19, 2023 / Posted in News

Congratulations!

2023 Phoenix players drawn doubles tournament, played 30th May at Riverway.

Congratulations to the winners, Pam & Graham and runners up Jenny & Peter

Posted by / June 5, 2023 / Posted in News

King Charles 111 Coronation Celebration

On Friday 12th. May, our members enjoyed a Fish & Chip Lunch, followed by entertainment by Julie A Scott from Liverpool. Julie’s repertoire included popular songs from the 1940’s to the 1990’s and a selection of songs from Last Night of The Proms. Many thanks to Patti who worked tirelessly and with such enthusiasm to arrange another successful event for our members.

Thanks to Peter for the selection of photographs.

Our event organiser & Hostess, Patti (below)

Let me in!

The Toast.
Waiting for lunch
Shall we start on the bread & butter?
Our entertainer, Julie.
Rose, Mary B and Pat
Let the dancing begin!
Conga time!
The special chocolates.
Posted by / May 29, 2023 / Posted in News

Congratulations!

 I should like to pay credit to the enormous effort put into this event by David and Robin, who was Quizmaster.  Patti and Keith gave essential support with refreshments.  Although I didn’t participate, I was around during the event and can report that there was a great atmosphere of friendship and pleasure generated by the occasion which was attended by 12 teams of 4 from four Phoenix Clubs in the Stafford area.  Jeremy

Posted by / May 29, 2023 / Posted in News

Longer Walking Group- Congratulations John!

The members of the Longer Walking Group enjoyed a walk in the Coalport area yesterday. After the walk, everyone celebrated John’s special Birthday with chocolate cake.

Congratulations John 🎂

Posted by / May 10, 2023 / Posted in News