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
January - April
2019 (PDF)
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Activities Programme
Sat, 2 February
Ice Sculpture Trail at York
A trip to York to view the
amazing ice sculptures which are
placed throughout this historic
city.
Start time: 11.00 am
End time: 4.00 pm
Sun, 3 February
Sunday Blues at Moon on the Water
Sit back and relax to some blues
music at this popular local venue in
Cleethorpes. Why not enjoy a drink
and some vegan food at the same
time.
Start time: 4.30 pm
End time: 7.00 pm
Wed, 6 February
Group AGM
A look back at the activities of
the past year and election of a new
committee. Come along to have a
drink and a chat and find out what
is happening in the group
Start time: 8.30 pm
End time: 11.00 pm
Sat, 9 February
Monthly Meal Out
Our popular monthly event, this
time at local Cleethorpes venue,
with an Oriental flavour. Enjoy good
food, good company and a drink or
two.
Start time: 7.30 pm
End time: 10.30 pm
11-15 February
Coach Trip to the Cotswolds
Members of Lincs Quest board the
coach to head south for a 5 day trip
to the Cotswolds. Fingers crossed we
don’t get snowed in!
Sat, 16 February
Alfie
A visit to Louth Theatre for
their production of this iconic
play, Alfie
Start time: 7.30 pm
End time: 10.00 pm
Sun, 17 February
Snowdrop Walk
We head into the Wolds for a 5
mile walk, exploring the lovely
countryside around Donnington on
Bain, with stunning views, and
finishing at Grimblethorpe Church
which is renowned for its display of
snowdrops.
Start time: 10.30 am
End time: 1.00 pm
Wed, 20 February
A real mix of a quiz! Come along and
test your brain and have a drink and
a chat and find out more about the
group and its activities.
Start time: 8.30 pm
End time: 11.00 pm
23-24 February
National AGM and Dinner/Dance -
Jacobean Hotel, Coventry
Sun, 24 February
Cleethorpes Ramble and Lunch
Enjoy an easy walk at
Cleethorpes followed by a spot of
lunch.
Start time: 10.30 am
End time: 2.00 pm
Wed, 6 March
Everything’s Coming Up Daffodils and
Leeks!
As a belated commemoration of St
David’s Day, come along to this quiz
night with a Welsh theme! There will
also be an opportunity for a drink
and chat and to find out about the
forthcoming activities.
Start time: 8.30 pm
End time: 11.00 pm
Sat, 2 March
A Foot in the Door
A visit to the local Caxton
Theatre for their latest production,
described as a gentle comedy.
Start time: 7.30 pm
End time: 10.00 pm
Sun 3 March
The Wonderful Discovery of Witches
A visit to Caistor Town Hall for
an intimate and spellbinding telling
of the true story of the notorious
and bloody 16th century Pendle Witch
trials, which led to the execution
of 10 people, combining bold
theatricality, haunting a capella
hymn singing and striking dark
humour. Great theatre, this subtly
beautiful, richly atmospheric
production has its own enchantment,
not to be forgotten
Start time: 7.30 pm
End time: 9.00 pm
Sat, 9 March
Monthly Meal Out
Another opportunity to get
together for good food, good company
and a drink or two.
Start time: 7.30 pm
End time: 10.00 pm
Sun, 10 March
School’s Out ! Visit to Wilderspin
National School
A visit to Barton for this
interesting museum where visitors of
all ages will experience school life
from a bygone age – from the
Victorian era through to the 1970s.
Start time: 10.30 am
End time: 2.00 pm
Fri, 15 March
Pamper Party for Spring
One for the ladies – and evening
of pamper sessions, with some food
and drink thrown in!
Start time: 7.00 pm
End time: 10.00 pm
Sat, 16 March
Quiz and Chips for LIVES!
Members of Midland Area will be
joining us for our popular Charity
Quiz and Chips Night at the Holiday
Inn Express. Will your team rise to
the challenge? A fun night with
prizes to be won, and raising funds
for LIVES.
Start time: 7.30 pm
End time: 10.30 pm
Wed, 15 March
SSAFA Speaker
We are pleased to welcome a
speaker from SSAFA tonight to tell
us about the worthwhile work this
charity carries out. There will also
be an opportunity for a drink and
chat and to find out about the
forthcoming activities.
Start time: 8.30 pm
End time: 11.00 pm
Sat, 23 March
Pot Luck! Paint a Pot
Try your hand at pottery
painting. A crafty evening, with a
bite to eat.
Start time: 7.00 pm
End time: 9.00 pm
Sun, 24 March
Breakfast and Boots at the Lakes
Feast on a hearty breakfast
before donning your walking boots
for a 4.5 mile hike around the hills
of Caistor.
Start time: 10.00 am
End time: 1.00 pm
Sat, 30 March
Discover Lincoln by Day and Ghosts
by Night
Explore Lincoln during the day,
when many of the attractions are
open for free for the Discover
Lincolnshire Weekend, and then join
in the famous Ghost Walk at night.
Start time: 2.00 pm
End time: 9.00 pm
Sunday, 31 March
Jazz at the Moon
Enjoy an afternoon of gentle
jazz, looking out at the sea, whilst
enjoying a drink and some vegan
food.
Start time: 1.00 pm
End time: 3.00 pm
Wed, 3 April
TV Nostalgia
A light-hearted quiz looking
back at the television programmes of
your youth. Come along 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, 6 April
Monthly Meal Out
Our popular monthly meal – enjoy
good food, good company and a drink
or two.
Start time: 7.300 pm
End time: 10.30 pm
Sun, 7 April
Tealby Trek and Tearooms
Our annual trek in the hills
above the lovely village of Tealby,
with wonderful views across to
Lincoln and passing through the
Lincolnshire Longwool Sheep flock at
Risby. Enjoy refreshments in the
local tea room afterwards.
Start time: 12.45 pm
End time: 3.30 pm
Sat 13 April
Fund-raising Party Night
A fun evening with
entertainment, buffet, raffles and
name-cards all in aid of a local
care home.
Start time: 7.00 pm
End time: 11.00 pm
Wed, 17 April
For Harry, England and St George!
A celebration of England in this
light-hearted quiz. There will also
be the opportunity to have a drink
and a chat and find out more about
the group and its activities.
Start time: 8.30 pm
End time: 11.00 pm
Sat, 20 April
St George’s Night Celebrations
A band, a choir and bangers and
mash as we celebrate St George’s
Day.
Start time: 7.30 pm
End time: 10.00 pm
Sat, 27 April
Sounds of the Seventies Party Night
Get out your flares and dancing
shoes as we take you back to the
disco era for this party night in
aid of MS.
Start time: 7.30 pm
End time: 11.00 pm
Sun, 28 April
Midland Area Conference
Sun, 28 April
Spitfire Solo
A visit to Caistor Town Hall for
this production, blending theatre,
music and film, RSC actor Nicholas
Collett tells the intimate story of
the life (and unresolved troubles)
of an ex-Battle of Britain Spitfire
pilot, now in a residential care
home.
Start time: 7.30 pm
End time: 9.00 pm
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