by Lea Village Hall News | Mar 4, 2025 | Community Event, Community facility, Gainsborough, Music, Social Group
There was a very good turnout for the February coffee morning at Lea Village Hall despite the very cold weather. The raffle proceeds were divided between the charity of the month, Tommy’s, and the Village Hall. Thank you to all who bought tickets. It was lovely to see...
by Gainsborough and District u3a | Mar 4, 2025 | Education and Learning, Gainsborough, Hobbies, Social Group, U3A
At the January meeting of Gainsborough and District u3a, Roger Browne, a highly skilled musician, provided a thoroughly enjoyable hour that left everyone wanting more—despite having set off from Stockport at around 6.00am in challenging weather conditions. His talk,...
by Lindsey u3a (Welton) | Mar 3, 2025 | Education and Learning, Gainsborough, Hobbies, Social Group, U3A
Lindsey u3a embraces the movement’s core principles: Learn, Laugh and Live, ensuring there is something for every member. From academic study and creative pursuits to sports and pastimes, u3a connects people with shared interests and skills. Members can participate as...
by Retford and District Photographic Society | Mar 3, 2025 | Gainsborough, Hobbies
At Retford and District Photographic Society’s January meeting, Dik and Joy Allison presented their trip to the far south of Italy at Matera and Alberobello. Matera is a city of limestone caves, once notorious for its extreme poverty. In the early 1950s, it was...
by Snappers Camera Club | Mar 3, 2025 | Gainsborough, Hobbies
February saw Snappers Camera Club holding its annual competition for the Alan Townsend Memorial Trophy. Members were invited to submit three individual prints, ideally from the previous year, each representing a different genre. The guest judge, John Whaler, was...
by Gainsborough In Bloom | Mar 2, 2025 | Environment, Gainsborough
Although winter is a quieter time for Gainsborough in Bloom due to the weather, the team has remained active in the community. On Thursday 14th December last year, after Storm Darragh delayed plans, all 17 planters around the town were filled with wallflowers,...
