Forget-Me-Nots

Thursday 16 April, 10am - 11.30am at Glyn's Garden

The first session of Forget-Me-Nots, the new monthly activity for people with dementia and their carers at Glyn’s Garden. Click here to find out more.

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Memory Club

Monday 27 April, 10.30am – 12.30pm, at Carding Mill Valley Pavilion

A look at the Birds and Wildlife of the Long Mynd, featuring the Battle of the Beaks! There'll be an opportunity to get outside - with walks adapted to mobility and enthusiasm - though it's fine to stay indoors if you'd prefer.

 

Outing to Snailbeach Mine
Thursday 7 May, 9.30am departure from Mayfair

Snailbeach has the most complete collection of lead mine buildings in England, all cared for by our hosts, Shropshire Mines Trust. For those who’d like to, there will be a chance to explore an old mine tunnel and discover what it was like for miners working deep beneath the hills. There’s also a comprehensive exhibition which explains the process from rock face to railway through the many years that the mine was active.

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We know you like to have the facts at your fingertips, so we have prepared an Accessibility Guide and a Frequently Asked Questions sheet. Please email us if you have any further questions.

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The minibus leaves Mayfair at 9.30am and will be back by 2.15pm – we’ll be going via the Long Mynd and over the Stiperstones ridge, so we should get some great views along the way.

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The cost is £15 per person, payable in advance. This includes your travel, admission to the mine, and a buffet lunch at The Stiperstones Inn. You can either pay in cash at the Café or Club, or by bank transfer.

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To book a place on the trip, please email us.

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Thank you to Joe Penfold and Shropshire Hills National Landscape for inspiring and helping to subsidise this trip.

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Memory Café
Wednesday 13 May, 2pm – 4pm in the Library
We’re celebrating Being Creative! Lesley McKnight from Scrappies is visiting to talk about their work and to lead a craft project. What crafts do you enjoy? Bring along some of your handiwork to show the group…

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Memory Club
Monday 18 May, 10.30am – 12.30pm at Carding Mill Valley Pavilion
Note that this is a week earlier than normal because of half-term
Have you ever wondered what those school children are doing with their striped poles? All your questions will be answered in a session, Understanding Rivers, led by the NT Children & Young People team.

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Outing to David Austin Roses
Wednesday 20 May, 9.30am departure from Mayfair

David Austin is the home of the English rose – the gardens there are a delight! We have a spacious garden room and patio reserved for our exclusive use, with tea/coffee and a scone/cake provided on arrival. After that, you’ll have time to explore six themed gardens, relax in the sunshine and wonderful fragrance, and perhaps treat yourself in the tempting shop…

 

The Accessibility Guide and Frequently Asked Questions sheets are well worth a look. If you have any further questions, please email us.

 

The coach leaves Mayfair at 9.30am and we’ll be back by 2.30pm. We have reserved Boultons’ fully accessible coach which has a side lift to load wheelchairs – so there is no need to transfer in and out.

 

The cost is £15 per person, payable in advance. This includes your travel, admission, and light refreshments on arrival. You can either pay in cash at the Café or Club, or by bank transfer.

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To book a place on the trip, please email us.

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Forget-Me-Nots
Thursday 21 May, 10am – 11.30am at Glyn’s Garden
Our new club at Glyn’s Garden, offering gentle outdoor activity and companionship to people affected by memory loss and their carers. Click here to book your free place(s).

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Mischief!
Friday 16 October, 2pm at Mayfair
A relaxed performance in memory of Roy and Joan Jones, supported by Church Stretton Rotary and Church Stretton Dementia Friends.

A joyous and carefully-crafted, interactive performance featuring comic out-and-about characters and interactive sensory play, exploring empathetic communication without words. It has been created for people with sensory issues, learning disabilities and/or autism, and those living with dementia.

Further details to follow.

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Let’s Talk About Dementia
Wednesday 21 October, 2pm – 3.30pm in the Library
A friendly session bringing together those who care for someone with a recent dementia diagnosis to talk, ask questions, and gain helpful tips and information.
Email lisa.wright@alzheimers.org.uk or call 07925 147326 to book your free place.

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