Some of the members of the Art Group enjoyed a pre Christmas lunch together at Weston Hall.
Outing to the British Ironwork Centre
https://www.britishironworkcentre.co.uk/
Pat Wilkinson wrote the following letter after the visit to the British Ironwork Centre
Dear Sarah,
I am so sorry we didn’t report as you suggested at reception . I simply had not read your letter, however I have to thank you and tell you how much we enjoyed it.
You will be pleased to know the coach driver was also most impressed and is going to recommend a visit by his coach company .
My son who recommended it to me in the first instance, has promised me he will visit after getting a resounding praise from various members of the group.. We shall certainly put it on the group itinery for a visit in the future.
Many thanks for a successful visit
Sincerely
Pat Wilkinson
Outing to Oswaldtwistle Mills and Samlesbury Hall, MARCH 14th. 2017
Pat arranged an outing to Oswaldtwistle Mills and Samlesbury Hall, on MARCH 14th. 2017
Oswaldtwistle Mills award-winning Shopping Village in Lancashire has something to amaze, charm and intrigue visitors of all ages. The former Weaving Mill has over 100 retailers all under one roof, 5 Restaurants, NEW Ice Cream Parlour, extensive Home, Lifestyle & Garden Centre, Mill Grounds, Aquatics Specialist, Craft Centre, Textile and Heritage Museum and even it’s own Wildfowl Reserve
In the afternoon we travel to Salmesbury Hall,a fascinating medieval house.
Our guided tour through the historic rooms is with a specialist costumed tour guide (a witch). This is followed by a Cream Tea.
Samlesbury Hall, one of the stunning stately homes of Lancashire, a haven for history lovers, where the past meets the present
CRICH TRAMWAY VILLAGE-Thursday 6th. October 2016
Pat Hayward arranged an outing to the
CRITCH TRAMWAY VILLAGE, the home of the National Tramway Museum in the heart of the Derbyshire Countryside.
The coach will drop us off in the centre of the village.
On arrival collect your old penny to pay the conductor your tram fare, and receive a ticket you can use all day. Trams depart regularly from town end, calling at various stops along the mile long track.
The exhibition takes you through a hundred years of tramway development from the first horse drawn trams through to steam and electric.
All parts of the village are easily accessible with smooth routes and ramps and lifts to all buildings. There are a variety of catering facilities on site, such as Rita’s Tea room
The Red Lion Pub
An Aladdin’s cave of treats. Old fashioned jars of sweets, tins of confectionary, foil wrapped bars of fudge and toffee, all jostle for space in the period shop.
Crown Green Bowling
David Barker organised an outing to Porthmadog on Monday September 5th. 2016
The itinery was as follows:
Travel through the spectacular Snowdonia National Park to Portmaddog.
Leisurely lunch
Board the Ffestiniog Railway for the scenic one hour long journey.
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Outdoor Bowls 2016
‘ As Captain of the Phoenix A Crown green bowling team I would like to congratulate everyone in the team for their support and achievement of winning the second division trophy for the second time and congratulations to Phoenix D for a hard fought battle and becoming runners up.’
After 4 years of Captaincy I will be handing over to Mike Bosson for the 2017 season. I am sure he will do a fine job of running the team but I will still be there to give him any support he needs.
Barry Dunn
The victorious Phoenix “A” Team promoted to the First Division of the 55 league,2016.
Information and picture supplied by David Walthorne.
Federation News: Janet Palmer
At the recent Federation meeting, Bill Basford, the Chairman, initiated a lively and constructive exchange of ideas and experiences from the representatives of the six Phoenix clubs which proved to be of interest to us all. He suggested that we should continue for two years in this manner under his leadership and then review the situation.
We will send club reports out every three months and this sharing of information about speakers and outings should prove invaluable. We are also encouraged to discuss any problems and seek advice with each other. Ann and I agreed to represent Walton Phoenix.
The next meeting will be in November, hosted by Holmcroft and will be the AGM.
The Christmas Celebration was discussed and it was agreed that Federation members be invited to attend our Christmas Band Concert on Friday 15th December 2016.
Janet Palmer
Thank you to Bill Barber, Group Leader of our Monday Art Group for sharing a selection of the paintings by his talented members.
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- Members of our Art Group
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- By Sue James
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- By Sue James
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- By Janette Gardiner
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- By Tony Haggett
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- By Sue James
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- By Terry Vincent
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- By Dave Evans
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- By George Tolley
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- By Terry Vincent
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- By Sue James
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Moreton in the Marsh & Sezincote House, August 3rd. 2016
Many thanks to Janet Palmer for organising an outing to Moreton in the Marsh & Sezincote House
A large party (53 seat plus 27 seat coaches) of Phoenix members enjoyed a wonderful day in the Cotswolds.
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Summer Strawberry Spectacular, July 23rd. 2016
On July 23rd. Jeremy & Anne Wheeler hosted a Strawberry Spectacular event in their beautiful garden.
Refreshments of strawberries and cream,buttered and jam scones with hot and soft drinks were provided.
The Eric Newton Jazz Band enhanced a wonderful sunny afternoon with their Traditional Jazz program.
Many thanks to Jeremy and Anne Wheeler and their team of Phoenix members and The Eric Newton Jazz Band.
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- Jeremy Wheeler (Left) Treasurer r
Photo`s provided by David Walthorne and Jim Bergin
Defibrillator training courses
De-Fib Training – Two dates have been arranged for this training which will take place in the Main Hall at 2pm on Thursday 8th & Monday 12th September. We are allowed 30 at each session and at present have approximately 10 members on each session. Group Leaders are asked to mention the availability of this training to their members.
Outing to Llangollen June 21st. 2016
Many thanks to Pat Hayward for organising the outing to Llangollen, which included a two hour cruise on the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.
Pat also managed to organise the sunshine!
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- Arnie
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Thanks to David Walthorne and Jim Bergin for the photographs.
Painting of the month
by Jeanette Gardiner
Spring holiday in Brighton May 15th-19th 2017
Thanks to Pat Hayward for arranging a short break to Brighton on May 15th. 2017
Our members enjoyed a five night break at the Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel
Coffee & Quiz Morning April 13th. 2016
Coffee & Quiz Morning April 13th. 2016
Many thanks to everyone who supported our Coffee Morning and helped to raise £50
for
THE STAFFS WILDLIFE TRUST
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Photos by Rose Gwilt
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- Shirley Ball welcomes our guests
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- Raffle in aid of Staffs Wildlife Trust
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- Thankyou to our catering team
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- Check out the concentration
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- Eddie checking the answers
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- Jeremy whispers the answer to Elizabeth
Thanks to Pat Hayward for organising the outing to the National Space Centre.
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Photos by Cynthia and Tony Brough
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- Cynthia Brough
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- Tony Brough
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- Lou Hancock & Pat Wilkinson
Coffee & Quiz Morning April 13th. 2006
Many thanks to everyone who supported the raffle at our Coffee Morning on April 13th.
We raised £50 for one of our PHOENIX nominated local charities, STAFFS WILDLIFE TRUST.
New PARISH COUNCIL WEBSITE
http://www.berkswich-pc.gov.uk/
Berkswich Parish Council serves the communities of Walton on the Hill and Milford in Staffordshire. Located close to the county town of Stafford and on the edge of Cannock Chase, the parish is home to more than 2,000 people and has highly regarded schools, excellent leisure opportunities and many community and church groups.
The Parish Council meets each month (except August) and dates of upcoming meetings can be found in the news section of this page. Agendas and minutes are also published on this site as well as on the notice boards located around the parish.
Painting of the Month
by Linda Sadler
Join our Phoenix Team
Do you have time to spare?
- Are you bursting with enthusiasm and new ideas?
- Do you have any skills which you are keen to share with our members?
- Are you interested in standing for election to the committee?
Contact our chairman, Janet Palmer:
chairman@staffordwaltonphoenix.org.uk
The Outings Group are pleased to welcome David Barker to their team.
Painting of the month
By Tony Haggett
Phoenix Officers and Committee Members
Chairman:
David Barker
Acting Vice Chairman :
Tim Gray
Treasurer:
Jeremy Wheeler
Membership Secretary:
Ian James
awaiting photograph.
Secretary:
Robin Harvey
Committee Members:
Outings Manager & Welfare Officer
Patti Brown:
Data Manager/ Website/Facebook Page
Rose Gwilt:
Christmas Tree Festival 2015
Many thanks to members who supported the Christmas Tree Festival at St. Mary’s Church.
And a HUGE THANKYOU to Linda Sadler who created the PHOENIX star and the matching PHOENIX decorations for our tree.
Linda and I enjoyed decorating the tree in the church.
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Christmas Charity Raffle 2015
Many thanks to everyone who supported the raffle at the Christmas Concert on December 4th.
We raised £100!
I have sent a cheque for £50 to two of our chosen PHOENIX charities;
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Katharine House Hospice
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Air Ambulance
Congratulations to our prize winners
