Lincolnshire Quest
A
Modern Fairy Tale
Once upon a time,
there existed a group of people who would stop
at nothing in their search of a good time, the
wilder and wackier the activity, the better,
especially if it involved lots of food and drink
and riotous parties! These people really knew
how to live life to the full. So, who were they
and what happened to them? Well, they used to be
called 'Grimsby & Cleethorpes 18 Plus', but when
members became more 'plus than 18', it was felt
that it was time to move on and the group
closed.
All fairy tales
should have a happy ending, but this story
doesn't, because it isn't over yet - these
people are still here, only they're called
'Lincs Quest', targeting those aged 36 and
over…. and we celebrated our 15th birthday in
September. Starting with just 5 members in 2002,
the group has gone from strength to strength,
with a membership now of over 70. The success of
the group has been recognised at National level,
being awarded the President’s Trophy for best
group overall in the country for the last 9
years.
The bizarre excesses
of youth may have given way to more 'grown up'
activities, but we still believe in enjoying
ourselves. We have a good mix of members,
singles and couples, male and female, from all
walks of life, with ages ranging from 30s to 60s
with an upper age limit to join of 65, although
membership can continue after that age.
A full programme of
events awaits anyone who wishes to join and
activities have included theatre and cinema
trips, ghost walks, bowling, hiking, quizzes,
boat trips, days out, themed parties and
barbecues, not to mention archery and gliding
and holidays. Fund-raising from charity also
plays and important part in our programme and,
again, our efforts have been recognised at
national level by being awarded the National
Charities Trophy.
On the Wednesday
meeting nights, we enjoy a variety of
light-hearted quizzes or games, played in teams
and nothing too serious! We also have the
occasional speaker. After the evening’s event,
we take names for the weekend activities; we
usually have events on a Saturday and Sunday,
and often other nights of the week too – you
will never be bored!
So, if you are from
the Lincolnshire area and you want to make new
friends, have fun and take part in new
activities in a friendly, easy-going atmosphere,
then come along. Whether you choose to take part
in all, or just a few events, you will always be
made to feel welcome.
Lincs Quest group
meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every
month, from 8.30pm at Carr Lane Social Club,
Carr Lane, Grimsby DN32 8JP. For further
information, ring 01472 314518 or 07804 240370,
or e-mail ebuller@ntlworld.com.
Lis Buller
Chair, Lincs Quest
Printable Activities Programme
July - August
2020 (PDF)
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Activities Programme
All events are
subject to review in light of the
Coronavirus pandemic
Wed, 1 July
Game, Set and Match!
A
tennis-themed quiz tonight, but
don’t worry, you don’t need to be a
tennis boffin to answer the
questions! There will also be the
opportunity to have a drink and chat
and find out more about the group
and its activities.
Start time: 8.30 pm
End time: 11.00 pm
Sat, 4 July
Monthly Meal Out
Join the group at a country inn
for its monthly meal – always
popular, good food, good company and
a drink or two!
Start time: 7.00 pm
End time: 10.00 pm
Sun, 5 July
Garden Party for Cystic Fibrosis
Come along for a lovely
afternoon in the garden, enjoy
afternoon tea, play some games and
raise money for this very worthwhile
cause.
Start time: 1.00 pm
End time: 5.00 pm
Sat, 11 July
A Bridge Too Far!
Enjoy a summer evening’s stroll
across the iconic Humber Bridge,
starting from the Barton side and
walking over to the Hessle
foreshore. We will call in the
Country Park Inn for refreshments
before making the return journey.
Start time: 6.30 pm
End time: 10.00 pm
Sun, 12 July
An Utterly Utterby Walk
Take a hike in the Lincolnshire
Wolds, from the lovely village of
Utterby - enjoy the views and the
countryside and some good company.
Start time: 9.30 am
End time: 12.00 pm
Emma at Elsham Hall
Enjoy a picnic and Pimms in the
lovely grounds of Elsham Hall before
being entertained by the
Chapterhouse Company with their 2020
summer production.
Start time: 6.30 pm
End time: 9.00 pm
Wed, 15 July
Something Quizzical!
Come along for a light-hearted
quiz, and enjoy a drink and a chat
and find out more about the group
and the forthcoming activities.
Start time: 8.30 pm
End time: 11.00 pm
Sat, 18 July
Nell Gwynn
A visit to the Caxton Theatre
for their latest production,
starting in London 1660 and telling
the story of the rise of Nell Gwynn.
Start time: 7.30 pm
End time: 10.00 pm
Sun, 19 July
1940s Festival at Woodhall Spa
A trip back in time as Woodhall
Spa transforms itself into a 1940s
village. Soak up the atmosphere and
enjoy entertainment and displays
from the war years.
Start time: 10.00 am
End time: 5.00 pm
Sat, 25 July
Charity Quiz Night with Crackers,
Cheese and Cake!
Test your knowledge on all
manner of subjects, enjoy a glass of
wine and some crackers and cheese
and cake! We are raising money for
our 2 adopted donkeys, Alan and
Billy, at Radcliffe Donkey
Sanctuary.
Start time: 7.30 pm
End time: 10.00 pm
Sunday, 26 July
Midland Area Conference
Start time: 12.00 pm
End time: 5.00 pm
The Secret Garden
A chance to explore the
beautiful Secret Garden in Louth
which opens during the summer as
part of the National Garden Scheme.
Start time: 11.00 am
End time: 4.00 pm
Sat, 1 August
Pub Fish ‘n’ Chip Night and Walk
A visit to a village pub for
that favourite British dish, fish
and chips and, for those who want to
work up an appetite, a short walk
beforehand.
Start time: 6.00 pm
End time: 10.00 pm
Sun, 2 August
Take a Bow ……. And Arrow!
Ever fancied having a go at
archery? Well, now is your chance.
No experience needed, just come
along for some tuition and a bit of
friendly competition.
Start time: 1.00 pm
End time: 3.00 pm
Wed, 5 August
The Shoebox
Tonight we welcome a speaker
talking about the work of the
Shoebox, whose volunteers work
tirelessly to send our shoeboxes at
Christmas to under-privileged
children. There will also be the
opportunity to have a drink and chat
and find out more about the group
and its activities.
Start time: 8.30 pm
End time: 11.00 pm
Fri, 7 August
Sweet Charity
A visit to Louth Theatre for
their production of this well-known
musical, featuring such numbers as
Big Spender and Rhythm of Life.
Start time: 7.30 pm
End time: 10.00 pm
Sat, 8 August
Garden Party for the Alzheimer’s
Society
Come along for a lovely
afternoon in the garden to enjoy
afternoon tea and games,, raising
funds for the Alzheimer’s Society.
Start time: 2.00 pm
End time: 6.00 pm
Sun, 9 August
Lincoln Imp Trail & Boat Trip
Enjoy a day out in the lovely
city of Lincoln, firstly exploring
the city by following the trail of
decorated Lincoln Imps, and then
sitting back for a short boat ride,
learning about historical Lincoln,
before enjoying a cream tea.
Start time: 11.00 am
End time: 4.00 pm
Sat, 15 August
A Walk on the North Side
Join us as we travel over the
Humber Bridge to explore the
Yorkshire Wolds. Take in the views
and visit a local tea room.
Start time: 11.00 am
End time: 3.00 pm
Strike Out! Tenpin Bowling
Come and test your skills in a
bit of friendly competition at the
local bowling alley.
Start time: 7.00 pm
End time: 9.30 pm
Sun, 16 August
Summer Sundae
Enjoy a picnic in the grounds of
People’s Park whilst being
entertained by local musicians.
Start time: 1/00 pm
End time: 9.00 pm
Wed, 19 August
Pot Luck!
Come along and join in this
light-hearted quiz and enjoy a drink
and a chat and find out more about
the group and the forthcoming
activities.
Start time: 8.30 pm
End time: 11.00 pm
Sat, 22 August
Monthly Meal Out
Come and join us on this popular
event as we enjoy a visit to a
countryside inn for some fine food
and wine!
Start time: 7.30 pm
End time: 10.30 pm
Sun, 23 Augut
Treasure Hunt
Solve the clues whilst exploring
the area – see if you find the
treasure!
Start time: 1.00 pm
End time: 4.00 pm
Sat, 29 August
Lincoln’s Famous Steampunk Festival
See Lincoln transformed as the
biggest and longest running
Steampunk festival on Earth returns
to the city for the 11th year. Watch
the cobbled streets of historic
Lincoln taken over by the Victorian
Steampunk Society's annual festival
- from top hats and flying goggles,
to corset and flamboyant feathers.
Start time: 11.00 am
End time: 5.00 pm
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