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Meeting details

FrequencyMonthly (September to May)
Time2.00 pm, on the fourth Thursday of the Month
Duration2 hours
LocationAbbot Hall Social Centre
CoordinatorJohn Hodgson

What we do

Our group began in January 2002 and has built up to a very friendly group who have great fun "traveling the world" finding out about the different Wines and the Countries that they come from. Sometimes we have a slide film show to give a better idea of what a country is like. This included our own English wine industry, which some people know little about.

We aim to enjoy tasting 4 to 5 different wines to learn and discover which of the world's grapes we like best. Some people enjoy taking notes for future reference while others just relax and enjoy the experience and the congenial company.

Our Christmas Party (involving some additional cost) is always a very jolly affair and on this day it is recommended to use public transport.

The group at 30 members is fully subscribed at the moment but we have waiting list in operation for those wishing to join us in the future. People on the waiting list can take part in meetings that are not fully attended.

There is a charge of £3 to £5 per meeting.

Reports

July 2010

We held our annual summer dinner at Maggs Howe in May. As usual the food was superb and we had some very good wines with each course tickling our palettes.
We are now on holiday until September 23rd when we will resume our hobby with much enthusiasm. As usual we will meet on the 4th Thursday of the month at 2 pm in Abbot Hall Peoples Centre.

If you would like to give our group a try, please contact our co-ordinator John Hodgson. As everyone does not attend each month there may be room for the odd visit or two to our group. We will be surprised if you don’t enjoy yourself. Just give John a call and he will be glad to advise you if there is a space. Please remember that you must let John know at least 7 days before the meeting if you can not attend. Illness excepted.

Barbara Mason