FULCRUM SOCIAL GROUP

Chairperson: Penny Simpson Giles

 

Thank you to everyone who attended the recent planning meeting.  The social group is member driven so if you would like to host an event in your area, please contact:  Stephanie.

 

The group now has a website and in the summer the members enjoyed a variety of events which included walks, meals and a treasure hunt.  Photographs of these events can be viewed here.  A special thank you to Richard Peacocke for creating this website which is still in the early stages although it will give new members a good idea of the group’s activities.

 

There is a Fulcrum Team taking part in this year’s Ladies Driving Challenge on Sunday 5 November at Bovington.  The challenge is in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care and if anyone would like to sponsor the ladies, either contact Penny or you can sponsor on line at www.justgiving.com/fulcrum

 

January sales, post Christmas blues – not for Fulcrum.  Look out in the programme for the Fulcrum Festive meal on  6 January.

 

AUTUMN/WINTER PROGRAMME 2006/07

 

Please let your host know that you are attending an event and, in particular, please book by the specified dates as late comers may be disappointed.

 

NOVEMBER

 

Saturday 4

Candlelight Walk, Abbotsbury Gardens

Richard

 

Meet at main gate at 6.00 pm

 

 

 

 

Sunday 5

Fireworks and more at Weymouth Beach

Penny

 

The funfair starts at 2.00 pm and there will be many more attractions.

 

 

 

 

Saturday 11

A 6 mile round walk with lunch at Spyway Pub.  The walk will be across fields and some roads so wear strong shoes.  Coffee at Sue’s, West Compton at 11.00 am.  (If weather is bad, table tennis and drive to the pub.)  Please contact Sue for address.

Sue W

 

 

 

 

Thursday 16

Curry Night, The Greyhound,  Bridport.   Meet at 8.00 pm in Wetherspoons.

Richard

 

 

 

 

Saturday 18

Barn Dance, Holt Village Hall.  The popular folk group Corkscrew are playing and a ploughman supper will be provided.  The cost for the evening will be £6.  Bring your own drink.

Penny

 

 

 

 

Sunday 19

A morning walk.  Meet in the car park of Three Elms, North Wooton at 10.30 am for a walk in the lovely countryside followed by a pub lunch.

Penny

 

 

 

 

Saturday 25

Housewarming Party. Bring and share food and drink.

Alison M

 

Alison invites you to her new home.  7.30 pm

 

 

 

 

Sunday 26

A 3-mile stroll at Corscombe followed by a pub lunch at The Fox Inn.  Meet in the pub car park at 11.00 am (Grid 526054)

Richard

 

 

 

 

DECEMBER

 

Saturday 2

Dorset Chamber Orchestra Concert.  St Mary’s Church, Dorchester.

£8 per ticket.  Book ASAP or by 18 November.

Paul

 

 

 

 

Saturday 9

Beer Caves, Devon.  Not the liquid beer.  A fascinating guided tour around 60 acres of underground caverns.  Between 5 and 10 members will make this event viable, please show your support by contacting Paul no later than 2 December.  Cost will depend on numbers.

 

Paul

 

Thursday 14

Curry Night, Royal Oak, Dorchester.   Christmas turkey is creeping nearer so come and join us in a Vindaloo or a milder variety.   Meet at 8.00 pm.

Richard

 

 

 

 

Friday 15

Carol Singing, 7pm, at the Saxon Arms, Stratton.  Come on Ye Olde Faithfuls, join in some carol singing at this very welcoming pub with the Durnovarian Silver Band.  Mulled wine and mince pies are on the menu

Stephanie

 

 

 

 

Sunday 17

A 4-mile walk in Evershot.  A lovely walk round Melbury Park where you may see Red Deer, followed by a pub lunch at The Acorn Inn.   Meet at 11.00 am in the pub car park.(Grid 574045)

Richard

 

 

 

 

Saturday 23

Grand Christmas Ceilidh, Tarrant Keynston.  Bring and share supper.

Book ASAP or by 15 December.

 

Penny

 

 

 

 

Saturday 30

 

A 3-mile stroll round Tolpuddle.  One of the most famous villages in Dorset, with pub lunch at The Martyrs’ Inn.   Meet at 11.00 am in the pub car park. (Grid 795945)

Richard

 

 

 

 

Sunday 31

 

New Year’s Eve Ceilidh with the Yetties, Sherborne.  Come and celebrate the new year at Sherborne.   Bring and share supper.

Book ASAP or by 15 December.

Penny

 

 

JANUARY

 

Saturday 6

The Fulcrum Festive Meal at the Chalk and Cheese, Maiden Newton.

Book ASAP or by 23 December.  Menu and cost attached.

Penny

 

 

 

 

Thursday 11

Planning Meeting, Stratton Village Hall.  7.45 pm start.  To discuss the February to April programme.  Everyone is welcome with their ideas or just to meet up. 

Stephanie

 

 

 

 

Saturday 13

Games Night at Steph’s.  There are lots of birthdays in January so come and join us for a games night to celebrate and indulge in a birthday cake made by one of our members.  Bring and share supper.  Start at 7.30 pm.

Stephanie

 

 

 

 

Sunday 14

A 7-mile walk from Chideock to Lyme Regis.  A walk taking in lovely views along the coast path.  There are some steep inclines so strong shoes are needed.  A walk to help lose those extra post-Christmas pounds.  A car shuttle will be arranged so that you don’t have to walk the return journey.  Contact the host for the meeting place.   Meet at 10.00 am.

Paul

 

 

 

 

Thursday 18

Curry Night, The William Dampier, Yeovil.   This is our usual popular event for those curry lovers.  Meet at 8.00 pm.

Richard

 

 

 

 

Wednesday 24

Raj Poot, Dorchester.  Come and enjoy a 2 course meal for £8.95, you can choose from the full extensive menu.  Start 7.00 pm prompt.  Book ASAP or by 17 January.

Paul

 

 

 

 

Sunday 28

A 3-mile walk at Hinton St Mary.  A beautiful walk in the Blackmoor Vale followed by a pub lunch at The Whitehorse Inn.  Meet in the pub car park at 11.00 am.  (Grid 787162)

Richard

 

 

 

 

Wednesday 31

The Tiger Inn, Bridport.  Come and enjoy a starter and pudding or indulge in a main course.  Puddings come highly recommended.  Meet at 8.00 pm.   Book ASAP or by 29 January

Stephanie

 

 

Children and dogs are welcome on the walks.

 

If you have any queries regarding the above programme, please contact

Stephanie, Programme Co-ordinator.

(Previous Programme for information only)