● The Castles, Historic Houses & Heritage of Kent. Departing Sunday 21st June. Returning Thursday 25th
THEATRE VISIT
● Anything Goes at Kilworth House Theatre on Sunday July 12th 2.30pm.
● Tickets are £55. Please arrange your own transport.
FUTURE EVENTS
● Tuesday 28th July - Coach Outing: Stowe House & Gardens. Leave Aldridge 8.45am
Leave venue 4.30pm
● Wednesday 2nd September - Car Outing: Chillington Hall
A DATE FOR YOUR DIARY
● 24TH OCTOBER
Lesley Smith presents her latest historical character. She will portray Emma, Lady Hamilton, mistress to Admiral Lord Nelson, followed by buffet. More details, including ticket price, later in the year.
OUTINGS 2026
● Details of three coach trips and one car outing are available on the Outings 2026 page. ● All outings are now fully booked.
SOCIAL EVENING
● We had a very enjoyable social evening on 1st November, when a certain lady made an appearance with a lamp. Find out more on the Social Events page.
LATEST DONATIONS
● Keep in touch with our latest donations. (Click on the image) Many thanks to all our members for making these possible.
COUGHTON COURT
● This year the Throckmorton family will take over the management of the property which will no longer be part of the National Trust member offer. There is an article about the changes on the NT website. Click on the image to read the article. The latest news is that they are putting together a programme of 10 days during the year when National Trust members will be welcome to visit the house and gardens free of charge, subject to prior reservations. Dates to be confirmed early in 2026.
HOLIDAY 2025
● Read about last summer's holiday to Northern Ireland on the HOLIDAY 2025 page. (Click on the image of the Giant's Causeway.)