EXCURSIONS 2026
Book for these at our monthly get-together on the first Wednesday in the month at the Parish Hall, Bow Street. Book from 1.30pm. Meeting starts at 2pm.
When booking Excursions please have your cheque written out ready. Cheques should be made payable to "Guisborough University of the Third Age" and on reverse should include the following information - name of the excursion, person attending, contact phone number, u3a membership number and preferred pick up point. Please remember to bring your membership card with you. If you are paying in cash please present your membership card with the following information noted on the reverse, contact phone number and preferred pick up point.
If you have not completed your cheque prior to coming to the meeting please use the red table AT THE SIDE of the booking table to do so. Thank you.
EXCURSIONS OPEN FOR BOOKING
Thursday 18th June 2026 - Littlethorpe Manor and Gardens. Cost £32.00. We will begin the day in Ripon where there will be time for you to explore this Cathedral city and have lunch before moving on to Littlethorpe. Littlethorpe Manor Gardens are situated in the small village of Littlethorpe on the Southern edge of Ripon. The gardens comprise of several distinct areas including The Walled Garden, The Sunken Garden, and Lime Avenue and Pond. The basic structure of the grounds were set out when Mr and Mrs Thackray purchased the property in 1985. The garden as seen today has been developed since 1998 with the appointment of Eddie Harland, Head Gardener. It is Eddie Harland who will take us on our tour of the gardens. Following our tour of the gardens refreshments of Tea/Coffee and cake will be served. (Please notify when booking of any dietary requirements). The coach will depart Fountain Street car park at 11am and thereafter St. Paulinus The Avenue. We will arrive in Ripon at approximately midday. We will depart Ripon for Littlethorpe at 1.45pm allowing you time to explore Ripon and get lunch. (Ripon has a beautiful Cathedral and three interesting museums). Fully booked, waiting list in operation. To be added to waiting list or for queries please contact Pauline Warrington on 01287 610690 or 07855 751869. Booking commences at the April meeting.
WEDNESDAY 8th July 2026 - Kiplin Hall & Gardens. Cost £31. Join us for a guided tour of Kiplin Hall and the chance to explore the gardens. Tucked away in an idyllic corner of North Yorkshire, Kiplin Hall and Gardens stands proud. This 17th Century Estate has been home to four families united through blood or marriage, each of whom have added artefacts and items to what is now a unique collection. The grounds and gardens surrounding the Hall have been restored to their former glory, following closely to the laid out plans of the 19th Century. We will have tea and coffee on arrival followed by a guided tour of the hall. Following the tour you are free to explore the gardens at your leisure.
The coach will depart Fountain Street car park at 9:45am and thereafter St. Paulinus The Avenue. We will arrive at Kiplin Hall at approximately 11am. We will leave at 3:30pm arriving back in Guisborough at approximately 4:45pm. Booking will begin at the May meeting. For enquiries please contact Moira Stokoe on 07719 698954.
Saturday 15th August 2026. We are planning a visit to Kynren at Bishop Auckland, leaving Guisborough at 5.30pm. Expected cost £60. Kynren is an epic outdoor theatre spectacle taking audiences through iconic moments from England’s past – from Boudicca’s battles with the Romans to Vikings, Tudors and the fate of Charles I. With a cast and crew of 1,000 on a breathtaking 7.5 acre stage, you’ll see awe-inspiring stunts, incredible horsemanship, dazzling pyrotechnics, and jaw-dropping special effects. Payment now needed.
Thursday 17th September 2026 - Burton Agnes Hall and Gardens near Driffield. Cost £38. Burton Agnes Hall has been described as a “splendid and glittering composition”. The family stress it is a lived in family home! The original Norman Manor House was built by Roger de Stuteville in 1173. The Hall underwent development in 1457 under the ownership of Sir Walter Griffiths. The principles of Tudor Renaissance architecture are in clear evidence. (The architect was Robert Smythson, master mason to Queen Elizabeth 1st). There are extensive gardens including a walled garden with boarders, a jungle area, a Yew maze, and the woodland area has a peaceful arboretum walk. There is a cafe, shop selling food and souvenirs as well as plants. We will have a guided tour of the hall (lasting approximately 1 hour 15 mins). There will then be time for you to explore the gardens at your leisure.
The coach will leave Fountain Street car park at 9am and thereafter St.Paulinus, The Avenue. Return will be approximately 3.30/4pm. For queries please contact excursion coordinator Pauline Warrington 07855 751869. Booking will commence at July meeting.
FORTHCOMING EXCURSIONS
Please watch this space for more excursions!
For all Excursions please book at the monthly meeting or contact one of the excursion organisers- Pauline 01287 610690 or Moira 07719 698954
Our monthly get-together takes place at 2pm on the first Wednesday of every month in St Nicholas Parish Church Hall on Bow Street, Guisborough.
You can join, renew membership and sign up for activities, hear our latest news, with a chance to comment, and take time for conversation with refreshments afterwards.
Please also view our 'GROUPS' pages to find out about the many groups which meet weekly or monthly.
Saltburn District u3a also runs excursions.
Guisborough u3a’s November excursion was to Newcastle. Members admired Fenwick's Christmas window - a Christmas Carol. Visited the Laing Art Gallery and started Christmas shopping. A small group also walked around the old town, admiring the architecture, visiting St Nicholas Cathedral and viewing the Castle. Despite the dreadful weather everyone enjoyed their day.
Guisborough u3a enjoyed a really interesting tour of Rokeby Park a Palladian home near Barnard Castle. A hidden gem in the Durham countryside.
