Local History

History 1Meeting monthly, the aim of this friendly group is to learn more about the area in which we live, its’ diversity, its’ history and its’ beauty.

March meeting – Thursday 28th March, 11.00 – 13.00
Quainton Walk Part 2 The Western End. (Not necessary for you to have walked Part 1!) Martin Jacobs, Chair of the Quainton Village Society will be our guide. Donation cost £3.00, per person. Please wear appropriate clothing, who knows what the weather will throw at us! Meet by  the entrance lane to the Windmill at the top of The Green. For those who wish, we will be at The George & Dragon Café, 32 The Green HP22 4AR halfway down The Green for coffee from 10.30. Lunch can be taken afterwards either at the café – sandwiches, paninis or a sticky bun. Or there is the George and Dragon pubfor a more substantial meal. Please make your own arrangements for a meal – for further information see georgeanddragonquainton.co.uk.
April meeting – Thursday 25th April 10.00 – 13.00
Tiggiwinkles. Cost £5.00 per person. Talk, video and possibly meet an animal. After the Education Room based sessions, free flow around the public areas of the Hospital and grounds. You can buy or bring your own coffee for the break, we will provide biscuits. For lunch if you are staying longer, bring your own picnic, buy a sandwich in the shop or even visit farm shop/garden centres nearby. Wear appropriate clothing, as most of the site is in the open
air. ANYONE, ONE MORE PLACE AVAILABLE.
May meeting – Thursday 23rd May, morning, further details to be confirmed. Circular walk from The Dog House to Bierton. Guided by Roger King

To join, phone Jasmine on 01296 482735