Whitwick & District U3A - Saunters
Objective
This is a group for those wanting a little bit of fresh air and exercise but not too much walking, just a short amble on pathways, suitable for those who may use a walking stick or not be able to go too far. The amble will end at a nearby tea shop of course! Although originally this group only met in the summer months it has now been decided to continue the walks throughout the year -weather permitting.
Participants should also complete a personal risk assessment - this does not need to be shared with the Group Leader.
Venue
Various
Timing
1st Thursday of the month usually at 10.00 am
Next walk Thu Nov 5th
2026
Thu Jan 8th No walk in January but will meet for - a post-festive lunch at Sunnyside Restaurant at 12pm. - Note that this is a week later than normal as the first Thursday in January - is the bank holiday. Full details will be sent to members nearer the date
Thu Feb 5th A walk around Appleby Magna, a Leicestershire - village with an interesting history. CANCELLED
Thu Mar 5th No walk but we will meet for 'coffee and cake' - at Ulverscroft at 10.30 am.
Thu Apr 2nd Led by Helena and David round Bawdon Lodge with welcome refreshments in the site café.
Thu May 7th Led by Christine and Steve from Conkers Waterside, along part of the Ashby Woulds Heritage Trail, Spring Cottage Road and along part of the National Forest Way. Refreshments at the Waterside café.
Thu Jun 4th Leader wanted
Thu Jul 2nd Led by Mavis and Carol at Stanton Harold
Thu Aug 6th This walk will be at Queen's Park, Loughborough - led by Fran - refreshments at Queen's Park café. Meet at 10am at Granby Street car park. Full details will be sent to members nearer the time
Thu Sep 3rd This will be a walk around Grace Dieu Priory and grounds, led by David and Helena. Refreshments after walk at the Barn, Swannington. Full details will be sent to all members closer to the time of walk.
Thu Oct 1st This will be a walk at Sence Valley. Refreshments after walk at the Sunnyside Gaerden Centre. Full details will be sent to all members closer to the time of walk.
Thu Nov 5th As winter is now here the Saunters group will not be walking until the spring months but instead will meet for coffee on the first Thursday of the month. Meet at Ulverscroft Grange café at 10.30am. Full details will be sent to members.
Contact
Sheila Fletcher, 
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Pictures
Below are some pictures from previous Saunters.
Saunters - Queens Park - Loughborough - August 2026The August walk was a stroll round Queens Park Loughborough, led by Fran. Refreshments were had at the local cafe Olivia's. |
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Saunters - Conkers - May 2026The May walk was about 2.4 miles, led by Christine and Steve from Conkers Waterside, along part of the Ashby Woulds Heritage Trail, Spring Cottage Road and along part of the National Forest Way. Refreshments were had at the Waterside cafe. |
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Saunters - April 2026 - Bawdon Lodge.The April saunter, led by Helena and David, was round Bawdon Lodge with welcome refreshments in the site cafe. |
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Saunters - Moira Furnace and Ashby Canal - August - 2025The August walk was from Moira Furnace, led by David and Helena, walking a little way along the Ashby Canal before returning for refreshments at the Hub Cafe. |
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Saunters - Albert Village Lake - April - 2025The April walk was led by Sheila at the Albert Village Lake. It was just over a mile walk to the lake and back to the car park. It was a beautiful day for walking, and the yellow gorse was on display. Refreshments were had afterwards outside at the Moira Furnace Cafe. |
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