Spice bristol cardiff newsletter july 2013 by Spice Bristol & Cardiff

Sizzling Summer Issue

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r e t t e l s w e n e c i p s the July to Sept 2013

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Summer with Spice…. Sunset Visit - Bristol Zoo Walking with Welsh Pit Ponies Avon Gorge River Cruise Symonds Yat Adventure Mission Millennium Stadium Tour - Cardiff Sizzling Summer BBQ & Disco Bristol Balloon Fiesta & Lunch Medieval Jousting - Cardiff

special programme of initiative challenge & excitement

Why not come along to these regular events Preview nights & Pub socials Bristol Club & Preview Nights Last Thursday of each month From 7:30 till 10:30pm Spice Presentation at 7:30pm Reserved area - look for Spice sign. Pitcher & Piano at V-Shed Cannons Road, Bristol, BS1 5UH e! e nu 25th July V w

Robin Hoods Retreat 197 Gloucester Road, Bristol BS7 8BG 29 August & 26 September

Bristol North Preview Nights Hilton Bristol Hotel Woodlands Lane, Bradley Stoke Bristol, BS32 4JF 2nd Monday of each month 8th Jul, 12th Aug & 9th Sep From 7:45 till 9:30pm Spice All presentation at 8:00pm Ask at reception.

Cardiff Preview Nights Chapter, Market Road, Canton Cardiff, CF5 1QE Every Month 30th Jul, 27th Aug & 24th Sep From 7:45 till 9:30pm Spice Presentation at 8:30pm Ask at reception for Spice

Bath local meet & Preview Saracens Head, 42 Broad Street Bath BA1 5LP Thursday 11th Jul & 12th Sep From 8:00 till 10:30 pm, Spice Presentation at 8:30pm Reserved area - look for Spice sign.

Getting the most from Spice - top tips ● Check the web site regularly, we update on a daily basis, make sure you don’t miss that “must do event” ● Booking early means you won’t be disappointed by an event selling out (most do come around again). ● Use any credit vouchers you received when you first joined, as these will expire after 3 months. ● Try something different, you never know you may surprise yourself and love it! ● Use the transport share list if you find it difficult to get to an event, most Spice members are more than happy for a bit of company on a long trip. ● Go on the wait list, we do get members cancelling bookings and we can often arrange for extra slots.

Our regular Club/Preview nights are a great way for members to catch up with each other and socialise over a drink in relaxed surroundings, if you have never been why not drop by. They are also a way for prospective members to come along, meet a few existing members and find out more about Spice & maybe join on the night. A Spice coordinator will be there to welcome you & make some introductions and also give a short talk about how Spice works, it’s all very relaxed and friendly. These nights are always popular and its well worth dropping in. There is no need to book and there is no charge, you only pay for your own drinks on the night, bring a friend if you like.

Gloucester Local Meet The Fountain Inn 53 Westgate Street Gloucester, GL1 2NW Thursday 18 Jul & 19 Sep at 7:30pm Reserved area - look for Spice sign.

Cheltenham Local Meet The Brown Jug 242 Bath Road Cheltenham, GL53 7NB Thursday 15 August at 7:30pm Reserved area - look for Spice sign. ● Don’t forget Spice UK has some brilliant holidays, check their web site. ● Remember Spice is a network, one big family, you can attend events with another group, just call us to book. ● Call the office if you have any questions about an event, or are not sure about something, we are happy to help.

Ceroc Dance Class - Bristol The Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road BS10 5PY 8:00pm for beginners lesson Wednesday nights weekly

Ceroc Dance Class - Thornbury Armstrong Hall Complex, 4 Chapel Street BS35 2BU 8:00pm for 8:15 beginners lesson Thursday nights weekly

and make the most of your Spice membership!

Diannne’s wee bit Hello Everyone! Welcome to the summer issue of the Spice Bristol & Cardiff newsletter. I think we can say summer has arrived with nearly a whole week of beautiful sunny weather. Lets hope it holds out for the next few months since our summer newsletter has lots of outdoor events to make the most of the sun, plus a few events inside, just in case the clouds & rain roll-in. A group of Spicers have just enjoyed an amazing sunny weekend exploring the spectacular Pembrokeshire coast at the five star Bluestone Resort and will be back next year. By the time you read this many Spicers would also have had a brilliant weekend at our annual Center Parcs event. Our Weekends Away are always fabulous fun as they allow Spice members to get to know each other over a longer period. As usual we have lots lined-up. In July we have 2 days of easy walking in the Malverns, walking in Snowdonia, the South West Cotswolds, Winchester and a bit nearer home we are Ridge Walking in Mid Wales. The River Wye offers a real get-away weekend with our canoe cruise, we make our way from Hoarwithy, through Ross and cross into Wales finishing at Monmouth. July is also the month for the Spice National Dragon Boat Race, where all the Spice groups compete for this much coveted trophy! Croyde bay is a brilliant place for our surfing weekend, we have two dates this year in July and August, this event is always popular and gets booked quickly. You may even get hooked and give up your job, sell your house and live in a caravan on the beach all year, well let’s hope not but this is a great weekend away. In August we are off to place a few bets at the Sherger cup in Ascot, with an option to stay a night or two. Also in August Spice members have the chance to follow Hercule Poirot, Agatha Christie or maybe McMillan & Wife at our National Murder Mystery Weekend at Staverton Park near Daventry, the theme this year is a “reunion to die for”. For the energetic amongst you we have two weekends which should prove to be just the ticket, our Wales Fit Camp Getaway and also our Adrenalin Cocktail Weekend in Pembrokeshire. The long bank holiday weekend gives us the chance to explore Bala on our Walking and Chill out weekend and we are staying in a lovely big house in Bala. There is white water rafting, quad biking or pony trekking. I run this weekend and am looking forward to spending a great weekend with Spice members. Since it is summer our outdoor activities include outdoor archery near Bristol, high ropes at Celtic Manor near Cardiff, Quad Biking, an introduction to Sailing in Cardiff, Open Canoeing near Bristol, Beginners Rock Climbing and a Gorge walking adventure. Take a look at the newsletter for lots more ideas, the web site is updated regularly so it is always a good idea to check that for the latest events. If chilling-out is more your kind of thing how about an afternoon stroll at Bute Park Arboretum in Cardiff followed by a tasty afternoon tea? We are also off to Drewstow gardens near Caewent to explore the grottos and waterfalls. Slightly more unusual we have an African drumming workshop in Bristol with Alphonse whose Afro-jazz band is well-known in the South West. In August our Frisbee and picnic at Clifton Down is a great way to socialise with other Spice members, it should be all fairly relaxed and fun. Party Nights We have a Sizzling Summer BBQ & Disco on Saturday 24�� August There is nothing better than a beautiful, balmy summer evening, the smell of a BBQ, and some fabulous music to dance the night away, and that’s just what we’ve got lined up! We have made a change of venue to our regular Bristol club & preview nights, in July we meet at the Pitcher & Piano at V-Shed and then from August we are at the Robin Hood’s Retreat at 197 Gloucester Road. Do come along and support your Club Nights, they are a great way to meet local members. If you live in South Wales we have a number of socials arranged including Henry’s bar in July, two pub quiz nights, Cocktails and a social at Tiger Tiger in Cardiff. Remember you can use the search events tools on the events pages of our web site to find events close to you. Have fun on the events…

Dianne P.S. Here at Spice we are always looking at ways of helping the environment. If you would rather not receive our newsletter please email us, you will of course still be able to view our web site and view an on-line version of the newsletter at Issuu.

Coming Events – July 2013 Monday

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1 July

2 Book Club Night at Victoria Park, Bristol

3 Ceroc Dance Class – Bristol

4 Assault Course Bristol

5 Friday Social at Henry's – Cardiff

6 Blists Hill Victoria Town

7 Bute Park, Arboretum Stroll + Afternoon Tea

Ceroc Dance Class - Thornbury

Pub Social - Antix Cafe Bar. Bristol

Behind The Scenes Henley Regatta and Afternoon Tea WAIT LIST

Cotswolds Cleeve Hill Ramble

Overnight Forest Experience

Flyboarding Northampton

Saturday Night Comedy Jongeleurs Cardiff

Lunch + Stroll at the Lockside - Bristol

The Matthew Fish And Chip Supper Cruise

Outdoor Archery Bristol

Ultimate Dog Owners Day Western Style Rifle Shooting Afternoon

8 Preview and Social - Bristol (North)

10 Ceroc Dance Class – Bristol

11 Bath Local Meet + Preview Night

Rounders and Picnic in the Park – Bristol

Ceroc Dance Class - Thornbury

12 Night at the Movies Party Hilton Bristol Pay As You Go Red Hot World Buffet

Birds Of Prey Weekend WAIT LIST Malvern Hills Easy 2 Day Walking Weekend Sailing Weekend around the Solent Serenity and Discovery Weekend 13 14 High Ropes Adventure Blacksmith Day - Spice Celtic Manor Exclusive WAIT LIST Quad Bike Trail Ride – Bristol

Open Mic Night and Tapas at the Lido

Rally Driving

Sunday Lunch at the Coach House - Cardiff

Summer Ball - Birmingham Survival Sleepover Worcestershire

Walk: Bath Newbridge and Saltford Watercolour Painting Intro

Symonds Yat Mission

17 Bristol Curry Night - Spice Inn Ceroc Dance Class – Bristol

18 Ceroc Dance Class – Thornbury

19 Pyramid Bowling - Cribbs Causway

Gloucester Local Meet

Salsa Beginners Dance Class Cardiff

X-Treme Adventure Caving - Cheddar Gorge Walking Weekend – Snowdonia Walking Weekend - South West Cotswolds 20 21 National Dragon Boat Gardens, Grottos + Cream Camping (Sat Night) Tea Monmouth National Dragon Boat Party

Gromit Unleashed and BBQ Lunch - Bristol

Spaceguard Centre Visit

Introduction to Sailing Cardiff Bay

Vegetarian Dining in Bristol - Cafe Maitreya

National Dragon Boat Racing

Waterski and Wakeboarding Lesson White Water Kayaks Cycling Weekend - Peak District National Dragon Boat Camping (Fri Night) Sailing Weekend around the Solent Walking Weekend - Cairngorms, Scotland Walking Weekend - Scarborough Welsh Ridge Walking Weekend

Make the most of your Spice membership! Remember to check our web site regularly as we update it daily, don’t miss out on the fun! To book: www.spicebristolcardiff.com or phone the office on 0742 959 8414 or 01276 479253

Coming Events – July to August 2013 Monday

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23 Open Canoeing Congresbury, Bristol

24 Ceroc Dance Class - Bristol

25 Ceroc Dance Class - Thornbury

26 Live Music /Jazz + Supper - Bath

27 Bristol Harbour Festival and Brunch

28 Clay Pigeon Shooting Cardiff

Preview Night – Bristol

Murder Mystery Walk - Bristol Old City

Canadian Canoe Adventure

Jazz, Blues and Sunday Lunch - Bristol

Meet & Eat Bristol

Live Music, Dancing + Cuban Dining -Cardiff

Microlight Flying

Spice Meet + Eat - St Fagans, Cardiff

Tour of Eton College and Tuck Shop Tea

29 Pub Walk and Quiz - Bristol

30 Preview Night – Cardiff

31 Ceroc Dance Class - Bristol

1 August Ceroc Dance Class – Thornbury Pub Quiz and Supper at the Mall - Bristol

2 The Glee Club Comedy Night Canoe Cruising Weekend on the River Wye Horse Riding in Kent Scottish Golf Break 2013

7 Ceroc Dance Class – Bristol

8 Ceroc Dance Class - Thornbury

Drumming Workshop with Alphonse-Bristol

9 Pay As You Go Bosphorus Turkish Under the Stars Floating Pub Social Ascot Races + Live Concert – 1 or 2 nights

12 Preview and Social - Bristol (North)

13 BMX Taster Session

14 Ceroc Dance Class – Bristo

Cocktails in Cardiff

Frisbee and Picnic in the Park - Bristol

15 Ceroc Dance Class – Thornbury Cheltenham Local Meet

16 Pub Social - Slug and Lettuce Bristol

The Big Abseil - 200 Feet Straight Down

Zoo Safari Overnight Log Cabin Experience Surfing Weekend - Croyde Bay, Devon Walking Weekend Winchester + S. Downs 3 4 Bidford on Avon Moderate Bag A Welsh Summit Ramble + Picnic Live Flamenco Dancing, Indoor Surfing Music + Paella Rally Driving (AM/PM)

Ramble Cotswolds

Saturday Dining at The Clifton Sausage

Race Tuition with Professional Racing Driver

Stonehenge Sunset Tour WAIT LIST

The Big Abseil - 200 Feet Walking Welsh Pit Ponies

Sailing Weekend around the Solent Strolling + Sketching Weekend - Mid Wales 10 11 Ascot - Shergar Cup AND Cardiff Bay Yacht Cruise Live Concert Helicopter Lesson At Beginners Outdoor Rock Wellesbourne Airfield Climbing Bristol Bristol Balloon Fiesta and Lunch

Hovercraft Racing

Longstone Pinnacle Climb

Llama and Mule Trekking with Lunch

Kayak River Adventure Day

Bishops Palace in Wells

Riverboat Party Night Upton Upon Severn

Walk: Keynsham, The Dramway, Willsbridge

Edinburgh Festival Weekend I National Murder Mystery + Disco Weekend Walking Weekend - Kings Lynn + Norfolk 17 18 Battle Cardiff Castle Archery – Cardiff Guide Dog Training Centre Visit WAIT LIST

Avon Gorge River Cruise Bristol

Skydiving WAIT LIST

Berkeley Castle Heirs Tour and Tea

Medieval Jousting Riproar Comedy Club Spice Dines Hall and Woodehouse – Bath

Learn to Drift in an Out of Control Vehicle Microlight Flying

Bletchley Park Visit Dance Weekend Extravaganza - 2 nights Fit Camp Getaway Malvern Hills Luxury Easy Walking Weekend Malvern Hills Luxury Photography Weekend Robin Hood Bay Weekend Away - Whitby WAIT LIST Surfing Weekend - Croyde Bay, Devon Walking + Party Night W/E - 2 nights

Coming Events – August to September 2013 Monday

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20 Pizza Social at Zerodegrees – Bristol

21 Ceroc Dance Class – Bristol

22 Ceroc Dance Class - Thornbury

23 The Roman Baths by Torchlight + Supper

24 Abseiling Symonds Yat

25 Bank Holiday TRIP EXTRA Pony Trekking Quad Trekking White Water

Pub Quiz Night at The Wharf Cardiff

Solve the Mystery Walk Bristol West End

Tiger Tiger Nightclub Social – Cardiff

Afternoon Tea at Althorp Helicopter Lesson At Wellesbourne Airfield Millennium Stadium Tour

Cinema Night – Cribbs Self-Drive Water Safari from Cardiff Bay

Outdoor Archery Bristol BBQ and Disco in Bristol

26 Theatre on the Lawn - Pride and Predujice

27 Preview Night Cardiff

28 Ceroc Dance Class - Bristol

Stratford and Bearley Canal Ramble

Ultimate Zipline WAIT LIST The Big Abseil - 200 Feet Adrenalin Cocktail Weekend Bank Holiday Walking, Chill Out + Activity W/E Edinburgh Festival Weekend II-Bank Holiday Sailing Cross Channel - Guernsey WAIT LIST Snowdonia Bank Holiday Walking Weekend Walking The English 3000's The Lakes W/E Walking Weekend - Cotswold 3 nights Walking Weekend - South Devon Coast Welsh Camping Long Weekend Mid Wales 29 30 31 1 September Ceroc Dance Crazy Golf Bristol International Kite Cinema Night – Cardiff Class – Adventure Festival + Brunch Thornbury Bristol Diet – Change the way Eat Cotswolds Ramble Spice Meet + Eat Bourton on the Water Hangliding - Tandem - Lisvane, Cardiff Experience by Air Tow Discovery Pub Tour in Spice Meet and Caerleon Microlighting Experience Eat Social – Bristol Gorge Walking Adventure Orchard Tour and Organic Abergavenny Wine Tasting Spice Preview Night - Robin Paragliding - Tandem Hood's Retreat Paragliding Day Course Pub Quiz - Wharf Cardiff Walking Week South Devon + Cornish Coast

3 Cafe Jazz on Tuesday - Cardiff

4 Ceroc Dance Class - Bristol

5 Ceroc Dance Class - Thornbury

6 Toto's Wine Bar Social - Bristol

7 Adventure Golf at the Celtic Manor

8 Sunday Lunch with a View – Bristol

Auto Stunt School

Tandem Skydive from 12,000ft

Bristol Street Art and Grafitti Tour

Walk with Wolves – Bedford

Caving at Burrington Western Style Rifle Shooting Afternoon

Zip World - Ultimate Zipline Experience

White Water Rafting Bala

9 Preview and Social - Bristol (North)

10 Crazy Golf Adventure Bristol

11 Ceroc Dance Class - Bristol

12 Bath Local Meet + Preview Night Ceroc Dance Class - Thornbury

13 Pay As You Go Peachy Keens – Newport Sea Kayaking with the Seal s Source to Sea W'end- Ross of Wye-Hereford

Cycling Weekend - Bath Sailing Weekend around the Solent Walking Weekend - Shropshire + Ironbridge 14 15 Fire Eating + Breathing Castell Coch, a Victorian Workshop Fairytale Castle Spice Dines Cherry Duck Harbourside Bistro

Horse Ride Trek to the Pub – Bristol

White Water Kayaks

Otter Talk + Guided Walk Slimbridge

Camping Afloat - Grand Union to Warwick

Finding events or an event in your local area Do you want to find a type of event (e.g. walking, meals out etc.) or events in your local area. You can do this quickly and simply on the Spice Bristol & Cardiff web site. ● From the home page click the Event button. ● In the Search events block you can search for a type of event by clicking on the dropdown on Category for example walking, parties, Weekend breaks etc. ● You can find an event in your area by selecting Subcategory and selecting your area for example Bristol, Cardiff, Bath etc. ● You can also search on Words, by using Words ● When done click the magnifying glass icon to find what you want. Helele Live Music & Food What a brill first Spice event. I love live music, but it's always even more special when you're close to the action and can see, as well as hear, fabulous musicians giving their all. Brill music, food and company. I would definitely go to the restaurant again and to see Helele again. More events like this please!”

Bluestone Weekend Pembrokeshire. “I really am now in love with Bluestone and Spice most definitely need to make sure it is an annual event. The setting and views are outstanding, the accommodation is definitely 5 star and extremely comfortable and relaxing. I love the Pembrokeshire area so it fantastic to have the opportunity to go off site and explore at your own leisure. The meal on Saturday was amazing. I would also suggest next year booking the sports hall for badminton etc in advance.”

id a s u o Y t Wha Go Ape “I had a brilliant time at Go Ape. I would recommend this event to anyone who wants to challenge themselves mentally and physically whilst also having a great laugh. The SPICE organising before event was excellent as usual. After our safety briefing and training session we were all off, swinging through the trees, manoeuvring ourselves through various obstacles and challenges, stopping only to watch other SPICE folk in various predicaments or simply flying through the air. I really did have a great laugh. The price was also very reasonable for a good few hours of fun and adventure. Many thanks.” “Company great, amazing time!”

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Falconry Half-day experience “The falconry half day was absolutely fabulous. Seeing the birds so close up, having them on our fist, and seeing them going through their paces was a really unusual and thrilling experience. Our guide, the falconer was so friendly and informative, he made the whole experience very personal and interesting. I would heartily recommend it. The centre was beautiful and in a gorgeous setting. Lunch was excellent, and the cream tea at the end was a perfect ending of a lovely day.”

Assault Course Bristol

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Thursday 4th July 2013 Open Field Site, Hewish, Nr M5 J21 (ST386643) at 5.45pm for 6.00pm Start £36 01Member, £38 Guest Included: instructed assault course and all equipment I bet getting soaking wet and covered in mud always got you into trouble; but on this fantastic assault course, it’s positively encouraged! Climbing over walls, balancing on beams and diving through tube slides is all part of the challenge. The better you work with your team the faster it all gets. Think fast, play hard and your team will conquer the assault course. The course consists of two parallel lanes of over 15 specially designed obstacles including walls, balance beams, seesaws, crawl net, under over bars, river crossings* and much more. It’s all a lot of fun, fantastic for fitness, and a great way to meet other Spice members and work as a team with your instructors there to guide, challenge and encourage you. Please see our web site for directions to this event.

Friday Social at Henry's - Cardiff

Date: Friday 5th July 2013 Place: Park Place, Cardiff (CF10 3DN) In the Bar at 7:15pm Cost: £12 Member, £15 Guest. Includes: Sharing Platters, Service, Spice Host Extras: Drinks Wind down on a Friday night and join us for a social evening at Henry’s Bar and Café, where they’re renowned for their use of the freshest fruits for their great tasting cocktails. This is a great social event to meet up with other Spice members and if you are new to Spice don’t worry as our host will introduce you to other members. There will be some shared platter dishes with nibbles such as fresh bread, grapes, various cheeses and a selection of meats, houmous and mixed olives as a few examples. This is a great way to round off the week and start the weekend!

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Malvern Hills Easy 2 Day Walking weekend

Fri 5th Jul 2013 - Sun 7th Jul 2013 The Abbey Hotel, Great Malvern (WR14 3ET) Arrive from 4.00p.m. £189 Member Twin Share, £229 Member Single (Deposit £40) Includes 2 nights bed, breakfast and evening meal, 2 picnic lunches, 2 days guided walking) The nearest station is Great Malvern a ten minute walk from the hotel.

The area: The Malvern Hills dramatically rise out of the landscape dividing the counties of Herefordshire and Worcestershire with the rolling hills and fields of Herefordshire to the West and the flatter plains of the Severn Valley to the East. The highest point is the Worcestershire Beacon (425m). The Malvern Hills have many springs and fountains flowing from outlets all around them, and we visit St Ann's Well on one of our walks. Malvern is a small pretty town surrounded by the beautiful Worcestershire countryside famous for its Spring Water, Elgar and Morgan cars. Accommodation: We will be staying in the Abbey Hotel, a three star Sarova hotel right in the centre of Great Malvern (www.sarova.co.uk) offering great accommodation and superb food. All rooms are en suite and have tea and coffee making facilities, hair dryers, colour TVs, radio alarm and direct dial telephones. Walks: There will be a choice of walks on Saturday and Sunday. The shorter walks will be around 6-7 miles and the longer walks around 9-12 miles. The area is superb and the Malvern Hills offer some truly rewarding walking with great views over the Worcestershire countryside and beyond. As well as the hills we take in part of the Worcestershire Way and find one of the many wells from which the famous Malvern Spring Water originates. Walks are undulating and involve uphill climbs some steep at times offering fantastic views of the countryside around us. We walk straight from the hotel on Saturday so your cars can have a rest and on Sunday we take a fifteen-minute drive to the start of the walk. The area is hilly but we will take them at a relaxed pace to take in the fantastic views and the weekend is designed to be flexible and fun. Rest assured Steve & Jackie, from Ventura will tailor the programme to suit the conditions and the group. Date: Place: Cost:

Pub Social - Antix Cafe Bar. Bristol

Friday 5th July 2013 44 Park Street, Bristol (BS1 5JG) Antix Cafe Bar - Spice Table at 7:30pm £14.50 Member, £16.50 Guest Includes: Sharing Platters, Service, Spice Host

The idea behind this evening’s social is for members in the Bristol area to get together for a relaxing social evening. You can meet up with the people you’ve met on events and also some new people, have a chat over a drink & discuss which other events to go to. Our Spice Host will be there to welcome you and help with the introductions. If you are new to Spice this is a great way to find out more about the group and meet some of the local members. This evening we meet at Antix Café Bar where we will enjoy some sharing platters. For those night owls in the group, club life kicks off around 11pm when lights are dimmed and a DJ starts spinning the funky tunes that have made Antix famous. It’s a brilliant night out giving time for both socialising and then strutting your stuff on the dance floor. Please note: the food is only a light supper of nibbles – we need to have some food to secure our table at the pub as Fridays can be busy here. Please book early as numbers are limited.

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Sailing Weekend around the Solent

Fri 5th Jul 2013 - Sun 7 Jul 2013 st Fri 19th Jul 2013 - Sun 21 Jul 2013 nd th Fri 2 Aug 2013 - Sun 4 Aug 2013 th th Fri 6 Sep 2013 - Sun 8 Sep 2013 th Fri 4 Oct 2013 - Sun 6th Oct 2013 th th Fri 18 Oct 2013 - Sun 20 Oct 2013 Place: Haslar Marina, Gosport (PO12 1AH) Friday evening at 8pm Cost: £236 Member Shared Cabin, £256 Guest Shared Cabin (Deposit £50) Includes: cabin share, diesel, wet weather gear, life harnesses, breakfasts, lunches and teas. Extras: Marina fees are shared amongst the group and evening meals are taken ashore The Solent is an ideal location for a weekend sailing cruise. There is so much to see, the beautiful Isle of Wight, many boats and ships passing by and many historic harbours from which to choose our Saturday night stop. With sheltered sailing, we normally sail for the whole day (after a hearty breakfast) and lunch is often eaten underway. Teas/coffees, soft drinks and snacks are available throughout the day. We aim to moor before dark for time to relax, then set off to a restaurant or pub for the evening meal - there are excellent eating places at all the overnight stops. On Sunday, after breakfast we return to Gosport, possibly mooring or anchoring for lunch en route. EnCompass Sailings are experienced at ensuring everyone is catered for whether you wish to try your hand at every new task or just relax and enjoy the maritime scenes passing by.

Serenity + Discovery Weekend - Mid Wales

Date: Fri 5th Jul 2013 - Sun 7th Jul 2013 Place: Lluest Fach, Mid Wales (SY21 0PB) arrive from 6.00p.m. Supper at 8.30p.m. Cost: £151 Member Includes: 2 nights B&B, Friday buffet supper, 2 lunches, 4 course evening meal and all instruction This is a weekend of gentle personal exploration for those intrigued by alternative spiritual and holistic practices. The holistic approach deals with the mind, body and spirit as an interactive whole and can help deal with the stresses and pressure of modern day living. Through the use of healing touch, energy therapies, chakra work, sound, dowsing, movement and meditation you will discover and explore hidden elements of yourself. Learning to connect with your hidden self can help promote greater self-confidence which can lead to a more balanced and harmonious lifestyle. Participation will be the keyword during this weekend. Your guide and instructor on this gentle break is Suzanne, holistic therapist working in many different fields. As well as being trained in several massage techniques, Suzanne is also a Reiki Master, Seichim Master, Reflexologist, and Meditation Teacher. She will introduce you to Chakras, grounding, simple energy work, looking at the balance of body and spirit, meditation and path-working. Further details for this weekend can be found on our website.

Blists Hill Victoria Town Behind The Scenes

Date: Saturday 6th July 2013 Place: Coalport, Ironbridgee Gorge (TF7 5DU) 10.00am - 2.00pm Cost: £26.50 Member, £28.50 Guest Includes: Admission, Guided Tour, Coffee and Fish & Chips Enjoy a glimpse behind the scenes at the recreated Victorian town in the Ironbridge Gorge. Here you’ll travel back over 100 years to experience the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of ‘Victorian’ England. This visit will include a guided tour of the 52-acre Museum, coffee on arrival and a cone of fish and chips.

Overnight Forest Experience

Date: Sat 6th Jul 2013 - Sun 7th Jul 2013 Place: Symonds Yat, Forest of Dean (GL16 7NN) at 8.00pm Cost: £49 Member, £52 Guest Anyone with a sense of adventure will love this brilliant multi activity hike after dark. Let’s hope it’s one of those eerie moonlit nights when the deer are out in force and stars that you can reach out and touch - but whatever happens you can be sure it’ll be one of those Spice experiences which you’ll remember for a long time. We start with a bracing hike, which includes some navigation tuition. If our compass work serves us, we should find a cave system at around 1.00am. Life inside is a little more 'normal' as darkness is permanent in these fascinating places, and we will light a fire inside to lift the spirits.

Saturday Night Comedy Jongeleurs Cardiff

Date: Saturday 6th July 2013 Place: Corner Park Place, Greyfriars Rd, Cardiff (CF10 3DP) Jongleurs Comedy Club - Main Entrance at 7:30pm Cost: £29.99 Member with supper, £18 Ticket only Includes: Comedy Ticket, Booking Fee, 2 course meal, Spice Host Jongleurs Comedy is back in Cardiff! Their new home has a comfortable and relaxed environment, tasty food, plentiful drinks and some top class Stand Up Comedy! Tonight there will be 4 top-class comedians in an approximately 2 hour show. We’ll also be having a 2 course meal with a main course and a dessert. After the comedy the bar stays open till late for drinking and dancing. It’s a great night out where we all get to EAT ... DRINK ... LAUGH ... DANCE..... !!!

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The Matthew Fish And Chip Supper Cruise

Saturday 6th July 2013 Great Western Dockyard, Gas Ferry Road (BS1 6TY) SS Great Britain entrance by 6.45pm £26.50 Member Includes: 2 Hour Voyage On The Matthew, Fish & Chip Supper On-board Extras: Drinks from Ships Bar Moored next to the SS Great Britain, the replica of the Matthew is one of Bristol’s best known maritime landmarks. This evening we will be welcomed on board and taken for a 2 hour trip around the floating harbour, stopping to enjoy a fish and chip supper along the way. This is a superb opportunity to experience how life would have been aboard ship th explorer John Cabot in 15 century. Over 500 years ago John Cabot and his crew set sail for Asia aboard the original Matthew hoping to trade goods and commodities with the people who lived there. However, he finally arrived on the coast of Newfoundland and therefore was the original discoverer of North America, not Christopher Columbus as most people believe.

Today the replica of the Matthew sits proudly in Bristol harbour for all to see. In 1997 the replica Matthew followed the same course as John Cabot in 1497 and sailed across to Newfoundland. It carried the same number of crew members as the original and took the same and used the same amount of time to complete the crossing. Our trip leaves sets sail at 7.00pm prompt and will circumnavigate the floating harbour with a couple of stops. There is a bar aboard the ship (payable extra) and included in the price is a fish and chip supper. We will be on the water for about 2 hours before returning back to the starting point. Please arrive by 6.45pm at the entrance to the SS Great Britain. There is a pay and display public car-park at this site which can be used for this event. If we have enough bookings for this event we will end up with exclusive use of the ship for SPICE on the evening, otherwise we will be sharing with members of the public.

Ultimate Dog Owners Day

Date: Saturday 6th July 2013 Place: Pawpounders, Nr Sutton Coldfield (B75 5QX) 10.30am - 3.00pm Cost: £39 Member, £45 Guest Includes: Teas/ coffees, a light lunch and instruction. "Dog Sled" Experience Spice have teamed up with Pawpounders to provide dog owners with a fabulous day at their centre. After a short welcome and introduction of you and your dog to the rest of the group, we will settle in with a refresher class in dog obedience and handling, culminating in a fun competition to test your control and command skills. Over coffee we will have the opportunity to watch our dogs running free together, playing and exploring the beautiful 4 acre site, whilst being safely supervised by the Pawpounders staff. Refreshed and relaxed we will participate in an agility training session teaching you and your dog how to excel in the 'Spice Agility League' which you will be competing in after a light lunch.

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Western Style Rifle Shooting Afternoon

Saturday 6th July 2013 Birmingham Shooting Centre, Hockley (B18 7RL) Choose Time Slot when booking Important! £4 Member Extras: Pay balance of £25.00 on arrival at club Cost is £29 – PAID AS - £4 deposit to Spice to book. Balance of £25 to club on arrival (no credit cards) Includes approximately 50 rounds of ammunition With extremely tight firearms laws, it is rare to find opportunities for our members to fire live ammunition. However, under close expert supervision, here’s an opportunity to fire Western Style Lever Action Rifles (like John Wayne used!). They are 357 Magnum Calibre, but recoil is similar to that of a full power spring action air rifle, so you don’t need to be built like a cowboy! After booking in (bring photo ID such as passport or driving licence), we will have a safety talk including range rules and weapon handling safety and etiquette. Afterwards, we can relax in the club bar. Important Since this event is run in line with current firearms legislation please see our web site for some important requirements before booking & directions.

Bute Park, Arboretum Stroll + Afternoon Tea

Date: Sunday 7th July 2013 Place: West Lodge, Bute Park, Castle Str, Cardi (CF10 1BJ) Outside Pettigrew Tea Rooms at 1:30pm Cost: £20.50 Member, £22.50 Guest Today we’ll going for a stroll through Bute Park & Arboretum, followed by afternoon tea at the Pettigrew Tea Rooms. Bute Park is an extensive area of mature parkland, flanked by the River Taff, Sophia Gardens, Pontcanna Fields and Cardiff Castle, and is the “green heart” of Cardiff full of historic and wildlife interest. An interesting mix of rare and ornamental trees have been planted since 1947 to compliment some excellent specimens that formed part of the original park design. The park itself boasts over 2000 trees, including some “Champion Trees” known to be the biggest examples of their species anywhere in the UK. As well as trees, the park is home to plenty of wildlife and visitors may see all three species of woodpecker, jays, tree creepers, otters, leaping salmon, waders, herons, damselflies and a whole host of fungi varieties on a trip through the park. After our walk, we’ll go to the Pettigrew Tea Rooms for afternoon Tea. On the menu is your choice of fine loose leaf tea, a selection of elegant mixed finger sandwiches, a scone with fruit preserve, clotted cream & a slice of your favourite cake.

Cotswolds Cleeve Hill Ramble

Date: Sunday 7th July 2013 Place: Cleeve Hill, Nr Broadway, Cotswolds (GL52 3PW) 10.30am PROMPT START Cost: £6 Member, £7 Guest A 10 mile walk with Alan Roberts aimed at regular Walkers with a good level of fitness. There is one ascent of particular note. The rest of the walk is rolling countryside. This time the walk starts at the top of CleeveHill which overlooks Cheltenham and Gloucester. We start by following the Cotswold way on the eastern side of the Cleeve Hill where we get great views of the pretty Cotswold Village ofWinchcombe. We continue heading across country to the southern end of the Cleeve Hill ascending back to the top of the hill where we get tremendous views of Cheltenham, Gloucester and toward the Malvern Hills in the distance. At the end of the walk we will find a pub for a well-earned rest and a drink.

Lunch + Stroll at the Lockside - Bristol

Date: Sunday 7th July 2013 Place: No 1 Brunel Lock Road, Cumberland Basin (BS1 6XS) Lockside - Ask for the Spice Table at 12pm Cost: £16 Member, £18 Guest Includes: 1 Course Meal, Service, Spice Host Extras: Drinks Lockside is Bristol's waterfront cafe offering casual dining on the edge of the Avon Gorge, with great views of the Clifton Suspension Bridge and is an ideal meeting place for Spice, providing relaxed waterfront eating. The site has been an institution in Bristol since 1963 previously known as The Venturers Rest and latterly Popeyes Diner. Also famous for being Sid's Cafe in 'Only Fools & Horses' - although these days they like to think they are more of a polished spoon than a greasy spoon! If we’re lucky and the weather is good, we might be able to sit outside with the gorgeous views on the river, while we meander the day away enjoying the company of other Spice members. We’ll be having a one course meal with choices such as Risotto with goats cheese and wild mushroom, Penne pasta with smoked salmon, streaky bacon and avocado sauce, Grilled Halloumi, roasted peppers and griddled aubergines with rosemary oil and Salmon fishcakes with mixed salad & homemade tartare sauce to name but a few. After lunch a stroll over the bridge is an option. Date: Place: Meet: Cost:

Outdoor Archery Bristol

Sunday 7th July & 24 Aug 2013 Open field site, Hewish, Nr M5 J21 (BS24 6RR) 1.15pm at car-park at the end of track £36 Member, £38 Guest

Taking advantage of the long summer evenings we're off to a field near Hewish to go for gold and test your skill with a bow and arrow. There is absolutely no experience needed at all as our friends at Mendip Outdoor Pursuits will do a great job of teaching you all you need to know in order to hit the target! The tutors will guide you through all the equipment and after a safety briefing you’ll get plenty of practice firing arrows at the multi-coloured targets. You’ll be filled with pride as your arrow flies into the central gold circle (or perhaps into the net at the back…) Wear suitably warm clothing and footwear. It’s also recommended that you wear nothing too baggy on your top half. For the full write-up please see the website event listing.

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Rounders and Picnic in the Park - Bristol

Wednesday 10th July 2013 Durdham Down, Clifton Down (ST561747) Meet at 7.30pm for a 7.45pm start £8.50 Member, £10.50 Guest Includes: Rounders Game, Picnic, Wine and Soft Drinks, Spice Host

Hopefully late June will bring us warm sunny evenings so it’s time to head for the Downs for our annual game of Rounders. This is a great fun sport for both the boys and girls and quite a sociable way of keeping fit. We’ve picked a bit of the downs that is flat and not so crowded (we hope) so follow the directions below and you should find us all right. Arrive at 7.30pm and we’ll start at 7.45pm. We’ll play for an hour or so before heading somewhere close by for a spot of refreshments. Bring trainers and some water. It’s all for fun and the game isn’t taken seriously so come along and enjoy a good get together on a summer’s evening. You are also very welcome to come along even if you don’t play the game for a chat and a laugh.

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Night at the Movies Party - Hilton Bristol

Friday 12th July 2013 Hilton, Woodlands Lane, Bradley Stoke (BS32 4JF) In the Bar - Spice Sign at 7:30pm £35 Member, £37 Guest Includes: Night at the Movies Themed Party Night, 3 course dinner with coffee, themed quiz and disco to 12.30a.m and FREE drinks all night (thought that might get your attention!) on-site car parking. The weekend starts here, a great Friday night all-inclusive night (yes – that means drinks are included!) so whatever your plans are for the weekend start with this one! A great fun night out is guaranteed. We’ll arrive at 7.30pm for a drink in the bar before heading into the Redcliffe Suite for a fabulous 3 course dinner, followed by a themed fun quiz. There is a resident DJ playing the best movie music for us to boogie along to until 12.30a.m. We'll join in with guests from other groups for a great night’s entertainment.

Pay As You Go - Red Hot World Buffet

Date: Friday 12th July 2013 Place: 3-6 Hills Str, St David's, Cardiff (CF10 2LE) Red Hot World Buffet - Spice Table at 7:15pm Cost: £2 Red Hot World Buffet is a food lover’s fantasy! If you're looking for an evening out with good company, conversation and a chance to sample food from around the world then this is the perfect event. Here you can enjoy an amazing variety of new flavours, with Indian, Italian, Chinese, Thai, Mexican, Japanese, English, Mediterranean, and Cajun cuisine to choose from. With different ‘stations’ which represent the food being served, chances are, no matter what you’re craving, you’ll get it. Perfect for everyone with an appetite for fun! This is a pay as you go event so you pay a deposit of £2 to secure your place and then you pay on the night for any food and drinks that you have. Spice needs you to book in the usual way as we need to book a table at the restaurant and we will organise a spice host for the evening. Date: Place: Cost:

Walking Weekend - Snowdonia

Fri 12th Jul 2013 - Sun 14th Jul 2013 The Royal Goat Hotel, Beddgelert, Gwyned (LL55 4YE) £159 Member Twin Share, £199 Member Single (Deposit £30) Includes: 2 breakfasts, 2 picnic lunches, 2 evening meals and 2 guided walks each day This is one of the WalkWise favourites, a cracking hotel, in the charming village of Beddgelert in the heart of Snowdonia in North Wales-perfect! The chef has a super menu of tasty and filling meals and there are real ales in the bar and then there are two or three charming country pubs within yards of the hotel. Add to this the superb high level walking all of which makes this event a very attractive and interesting walking weekend, see you out on the hills! WalkWise UK will provide a minimum of two walks on each day, led by professional and knowledgeable walking guides. On both days there will be a harder walk of 10-12 miles and a gentler walk of 7-9 miles. Accommodation: Staying at the 3 star Royal Goat hotel you will find all the comforts you ever wished for together with the hotel’s excellent reputation for food and wine! Comfort is the key word here and the bar and lounges are set up to provide the right ambience to relax and chat. The bedrooms are all tastefully furnished centrally heated rooms, all with en-suite facilities, telephone, hair dryer, clock radio, T.V. and trouser presser.

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Walking Weekend - South West Cotswolds

Fri 12th Jul 2013 - Sun 14th Jul 2013 The Gables Hotel, Bristol Road (GL12 8DL) Arrive from 4.00 p.m. Meal at 8.00 p.m £159 Member Twin Share, £199 Member Single (Deposit £30) Includes: 2 nights’ accommodation, 2 breakfasts, 2 picnic lunches, 2 evening meals & 2 guided walks WalkWise Overview: Varied walking over this weekend incorporating such diverse habitats as: downland, pretty field systems, escarpments from where we get tremendous views down onto the Severn Estuary, valleys and woodland. We shall also incorporate secluded hamlets with fine architecture and that warm honey coloured stone which makes the area so darned appealing to us all. The great Best Western Gables Hotel allows us to access the afore mentioned walking territory and comes replete with well-equipped en-suite bedrooms, a brasserie with a wide choice of dishes and free wi-fi simply cap off the fine venue and provide all the ingredients of an excellent weekend. WalkWise UK will provide a minimum of two walks on each day, led by professional and knowledgeable walking guides. Accommodation: Set in rural South Gloucestershire, the Best Western Gables Hotel is perfectly situated for exploring the charming Cotswolds. With 46 well equipped non-smoking and en-suite bedrooms that comprise flat screen TVs with Sky channels, radio, hairdryer, trouser press, complimentary tea and coffee making facilities and free Wi-Fi internet access too!

High Ropes Adventure Celtic Manor

Date: Saturday 13th July 2013 Place: Coldra Woods, Usk Valley, Newport (NP18 2YA) Celtic Manor Resort - Welcome Centre at 10:45am Cost: £29 Member Includes: Approx 2 hour high ropes course and Forest Fall on the Power Fan Descender, Spice Host If you’ve always longed to swing through the trees, Forest Jump is the adrenaline pumping treetop adventure for you! Located in woodland on the Celtic Manor Resort’s grounds, this exciting development features both high and low ropes courses, bridges, walkways, and challenging obstacles plus a freefall 'Power Fan' jump. Suspended from wire by the fascinator safety system, participants will undertake a series of giant obstacle courses 12m up in the trees using ladders, walkways, bridges and tunnels made of wood and rope, concluding with a zip line. We’ve also added the fantastic power fan descender where you literally fall into the forest. It’s a fantastic day out, so don’t miss it, book now!

Quad Bike Trail Ride - Bristol

Date: Saturday 13th July 2013 Place: Weston Lodge Farm, Portishead (BS20 8JY) 10.45am for 11.00am ride Cost: £40 Member, £42 Guest Riding a Quad is great fun and today the experience is even better as you get a chance to put them through their paces on a 5km trail. The 6 250cc KYMCO sports quad bikes have had extras fitted to them - wheel widening spacers to make them more stable (an extra 4") plus bars and safety webbing. The trail starts with driving in and out of poles so that you immediately get used to the controls, reverse into a space individually, and then drive around tight turns around cones at a faster speed. After this is completed we then run across pasture at speed 40-45 mph (if you want to of course). We are taken down a steep bank into woodland and around the trees, up and down the bank in the wood and through the hollows and humps. You will go around the wood 4 times in different directions before heading out of the wood, back cross the pasture and then dive through the cones before arriving back at the start. This takes 50 minutes over 5 km.

Summer Ball - Birmingham

Date: Saturday 13th July 2013 Place: Botanical Gardens, Edgbaston, Birmingham (B15 3TR) Reception 7.00pm - Dinner 8.00pm Cost: £49 Member, £55 Guest The Spice Summer Ball is a stylish affair in Birmingham’s foremost banqueting venue, with stylish cuisine and fine entertainment. Demand for tickets is always huge and this year will be no exception. Elegant dining in these unique surroundings is a wonderful experience, set in the midst of some of the most exquisite and beautifully landscaped formal gardens in Britain. You are invited to join us in The Garden Suite, approached through the magnificent Tropical House and Terrace Glasshouses. If it is fine weather, we will meet our fellow Spice guests outside.

Symonds Yat Adventure Mission

Date: Saturday 13th July 2013 Place: Forest of Dean 10pm to approx. 4pm Cost: £49 Member, £55 Guest Have you ever been on a walk through the forest that starts with you being kitted out with harness and helmet? If not, you've never been on one which starts with a 100 foot abseil down the Buttress at the Yat! Fuelled on adrenaline we then navigate down to the river and walk along the disused railway line to the Biblins Wire Suspension Bridge where we cross the Wye. We then ramble onto Pancake Caves, which we enter by being lowered on a rope through a hole in the roof - wow! Our ramble then takes us onto King Arthur's Cave. You will need a basic level of rambling fitness, boots and waterproofs. Bring a daysack with food and flask for the day.

Survival Sleepover - Worcestershire

Date: Sat 13th Jul 2013 - Sun 14th Jul 2013 Place: Bewdley, Worcestershire (DY14 8JG) 10am Saturday to 10am Sunday Cost: £69 Member, £75 Guest We have received requests for a survival weekend and to experience a night in a remote location in the forest. Our day will start with creating our shelters from natural materials, lighting our fires with a bow drill, learning to find and filter water and try some wild food before cooking dinner. The following morning we will enjoy breakfast before heading home. There is a cabin and composting toilet just in case!

Blacksmith Day - Spice Exclusive

Date: Sunday 14th July 2013 Place: The Forge, Church Road, Farley Hill, Wokingham (RG7 1UJ) at 9am Cost: £150 Member, £170 Guest A brilliant new experience for you to try - become a Blacksmith for a day in this exclusive Spice session! Have you ever wanted to try your hand at something different? Become a blacksmith for a day! Learn the ancient art of blacksmithing in our forge based in the heart of Berkshire. The course is aimed at beginners who would like to try their hand at this traditional skill. You will go away with whatever you make - this may be a poker or a piece of sculpture for the garden or house, such as a snail, a dragonfly or flower brackets etc.

Open Mic Night and Tapas at the Lido

Date: Sunday 14th July 2013 Place: The Esplanade, Portishead, Bristol (BS20 7HD) The Lido Kitchen at 5pm Cost: £21.50 Member, £23.50 Guest Includes: Sharing Tapas, Service Charge, Spice Host Extras: Drinks Come along tonight and share your talents for music, jokes and rhymes, or just come along to enjoy the offerings of others at Open Mic Night! Elaine Musgrove is our host and has recommended the Lido Kitchen in Portishead for some food, some fun and some entertainment. Set in the former poolside cafe at the open air swimming pool, this stylish restaurant has stunning views across the Bristol Channel and is known for its’ extensive and delicious tapas menu. Tonight we’ll be enjoying some sharing tapas, breads and olives so that we can all sample a number of different rich and varied flavours. Multi-award winning chef (including Bristol Evening Post Chef of the Year) Nathan Muir is at the helm and the reviews on the quality of the food, fresh ingredients and generous portions are excellent!

Sunday Lunch at the Coach House - Cardiff

Date: Sunday 14th July 2013 Place: Old St Mellons, Cardiff (CF3 5UW) The Coach House - Meet in the Bar at 12pm Cost: £15 Member, £17 Guest Includes: 2 Course Meal, Service, Spice Host Extras: Drinks Sunday wouldn’t be Sunday without a delicious Roast with all the trimmings and lashings of gravy! A meal like this, however, is best savoured in the company of friends, so join Spice today as we head off to The Coach House in St Mellons, Cardiff. The first thing you will notice when you walk into The Coach House is its cosy, welcoming atmosphere, created by exposed beams, an open fire and friendly, hospitable staff. Warm and homely, it's the perfect setting in which to sit back, relax, and enjoy some lovely food. We’ll be having a 2 course Sunday lunch with a wide variety of choices on the menu and will have time to catch up with other Spice members in the area. Don’t worry if you’re new, our Spice Host will be there to greet you and to help with introductions.

Walk: Bath Newbridge and Saltford

Date: Sunday 14th July 2013 Place: Bath Newbridge Park and Ride (BA1 3NB) Spice Sign at 11am Cost: £6 Member, £8 Guest Includes: 5.4 mile Guided Walk This walk starts from the Newbridge park-and-ride on the outskirts of Bath and the Boathouse pub is close to the start. The walk follows the riverside to the Saltford Marina and we’ll be looking out for the old Saltford Brassmil, the only surviving building still with a furnace and working water wheel remaining from a group of eighteenth century mills making brass and copper goods in the Avon Valley between Bristol and Bath. We’ll then walk along the disused Somerset & Dorset railway line, keeping a look out for the wildlife and sculptures as we go.

Watercolour Painting Intro Day

Date: Sunday 14th July 2013 Place: Centre of England Arts, Nr Solihull (B92 0LT) 10.00am to approx 4.00pm Cost: £39 Member, £45 Guest Includes: Basic Materials, Tea, Coffee and Biscuits Artist, Julie Hyde has put together a day’s course, demonstrating the various techniques of watercolour painting. Julie will demonstrate the different ways that watercolours can be applied and how to plan and build up, stage by stage your own watercolour pictures. You will try out different techniques experimenting with wet on wet, basic washes and dry brush work, giving you confidence to use these for your own pictures. Julie will explain the mysteries of paper stretching and will advise you on the vast rage of selection of equipment that is available in the art shops. Working from photographs or still life groups Julie will talk about how to plan paintings and demonstrate how to build up you painting.

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X-Treme Adventure Caving - Cheddar Gorge

Sunday 14th July 2013 Cheddar Gorge, Cheddar, Somerset (BS27 3QF) Entrance to Caves - Spice Sign 11:15am to 1pm £32 Member Includes: 1 ½ hour Caving Expedition, All Safety Equipment, Certificate of Achievement, Coffee and Panini, Spice Host Adventure Caving: It's Hard, It's Dirty, It's Fun and You’ll Love it! Join Spice today in this real caving expedition deep inside the Mendip Hills where we climb, crawl and squeeze our way through the Cheddar Gorge Caves. With the unique safety features provided – fixed ladders, an underground telephone system, first aid supplies, spare torches and back-up staff – it’s an ideal choice for a first caving expedition. Our adventure begins with a briefing by an X-treme Instructor who will show you us to put on and use the equipment provided – caving helmet, lamp and battery pack, karabiner, boiler suit and Wellington (rubber) boots. Then we will be led ¼ mile, past the admiring tourists in Gough's Cave to start the Level 2 multi-pitch caving expedition. We switch on our head lamps for the easy climb to the Mushroom Chamber, crawl into Sand Chamber, use a lifeline down a 40ft steel ladder into the Boulder Chamber, then climb up the Far Rift. Finally, we emerge through April Fool's Squeeze, clip onto a wire traverse and crawl across The Bottomless Pit, then slip headfirst through The Letterbox, before returning to the Sand Chamber on the way out – muddy, but proud! Date: Place:

Bristol Curry Night - Spice Inn

Wednesday 17th July 2013 18 Providence Lane, Long Ashton, Bristol (BS41 9DJ) Spice Inn - Ask for the Spice Table 7:30pm Cost: £16.50 Member, £18.50 Guest Includes: Starter, Main Dish, Side Dish,Rice or Nan, Service, Spice Host Extras: Drinks Spice Inn in Long Ashton is known to have brilliant, authentic Indian food and so tonight we’re going along to sample some of their dishes. Not only is there high quality, traditional Indian food but also a spacious restaurant which boasts a fantastic view. Tonight we’ll be enjoying a starter, main dish, side dish and rice or nan, chosen from an extensive menu. There are starters like samosas, onion bhaji’s, chicken tikka and sheek kebab; and mains offer traditional favourite curries such as Korma, Bhuna, Rogan, Balti and Madras with choices of chicken and lamb. It’s bound to be a ‘Spicy’ evening so don’t miss it!

Salsa Beginners Dance Class Cardiff

Date: Wednesday 17th July 2013 Place: 199-201 Richmond Road, Cardiff (CF24 3BT) Wonderland Studios - Danca Latina 6:30pm to 7:30pm Important Note: This is one of our pay as you go evenings and YOU MUST BOOK ONLINE WITH SPICE SO THAT WE KNOW WHO IS GOING AND CAN ORGANISE A SPICE HOST. Salsa is a social partner dance from South America primarily Cuba, Puerto Rico and Columbia. It is a spicy mix of different older South American rhythms and dances blended together to give us our modern day version. Coming from the Mambo craze made popular in the 50s and 60s in New York. Salsa Clubs can be found in nearly every major city in the world. Date: Place: Cost:

Welsh Ridge Walking Weekend

Fri 19th Jul 2013 - Sun 21st Jul 2013 Lluest Fach, Foal, Nr Welshpool, Mid Wal (SY21 0PB) arrive from 6.00pm on Friday £132 Member Sharing,) Includes: Friday evening light supper, 2 nights B&B, packed lunches & 4 course evening dinner party and Mountain Leader guided walks The ridges on our Welsh Ridge Walking are always wide and far from scary so you can relax and enjoy the spectacular views. The Arans include some of the most remote and exhilarating ridge walking available in southern Snowdonia. You won’t find any well-trodden paths or signposts here, this is real wild country. We plan to tackle two of the highest peaks in Southern Snowdonia. Sunday’s walk takes us to the summit of the little known craggy peak of Rhobell Fawr (Big Saddle) which is a shorter 8 miles. I am sure you can understand that with trips into the mountain environment no plans can be 'written in stone' due to the many variables such as weather, but this area has many alternative routes if the conditions dictate. You will need a reasonable level of fitness to enjoy this weekend as the walks involve some steep scrambles. The weekend takes place at a secluded 16th Century stone farmhouse in the heart of the Welsh countryside with breathtaking views over the Cambrian mountains. This popular retreat; exclusive to Spice for the weekend, is the home of your hosts Barry and Sonya, who have been looking after Spice members for over eighteen years. The cottage sits in its own eight acres of private grounds with large gardens, sculptures, wild life pools and a small menagerie of cats, dogs, sheep and birds. There are seven bedrooms which are a mixture of twins and trebles with shared facilities.

National Dragon Boat Camping (Fri night or Fri & Sat night)

A Night (Or Two) Under the Stars

Date: Fri 19th Jul 2013 - Sat 20th Jul 2013 book one or two nights. Place: Pershore Rugby Club, Mill Lane (WR10 2JF) At Campsite Cost: £8 Member, £9 Guest Many members make a real weekend out of Dragon Boating by staying up at Pershore either in the local B&B’s or at our specially arranged campsite. Pershore Rugby Club at nearby Wyre Piddle Park are our hosts for your night (or two) under canvass. So why not dust off the tent (or go out and buy a new one) and enjoy some time in the great outdoors with lots of fellow SPICE members from all over the country.

National Dragon Boat Party

Date: Saturday 20th July 2013 Place: Pershore Working Mens Club, High Street (WR10 1EU) Arrive for 8.00pm Cost: £12 Member, £15 Guest A lot of people (rowers and spectators) traditionally stay over the night before to make a weekend of our Dragon Boating. Some camp at Pershore Rugby Club (see separate event) and others find accommodation nearby. The atmosphere is always great on Saturday night, with a DJ and bar, for a very special Spice exclusive party with fish & chips (served the proper way – out of the paper!).We can take around 150 people, but I suspect that the tickets will go fast!

National Dragon Boat Racing

Who will be the UK Champions of 2013?

Date: Sunday 21st July 2013 Place: Pershore, Worcestershire (WR10 1AF) Meet:9.15am for 9.30am Cost: £29 Member, £32 Guest “No Spicer should miss a Dragon Boat Day. It really sums up what Spice is all about – fun, friendship, excitement & the chance to try an activity that anyone can enjoy!” Up to twenty people sitting side by side in a forty foot long boat, with a carved dragon's head and tail attached. A drummer in the prow beating time, a steerer in the stern keeping the boat on course with a giant paddle, the crew, ten each side speeding the boat down the river to the finish line! The atmosphere is brilliant, which is why this is one of the essential events in the Spice calendar! This is The Big One! A huge national Spice event organised for Spice by a great group of specialists. As it’s the Official Spice UK National Finals, all groups will be sending a team to compete. We have our own trophies and medals to go for, and the races will be run on a timed basis over the day. Don't worry if you've never been in a Dragon Boat before, we'll have plenty of time to practice before the racing begins in earnest (and as this is Spice, it’s all just for fun anyway!). It's great fun and totally unlike any other kind of canoeing with team work being the key, not strength. Get the start right and you can feel the boat lift out of the water and start to plane to give you a fast racing start, it's amazing how fast a 22 person canoe can travel!

Pyramid Bowling - Cribbs Causway

Date: Friday 19th July 2013 Place: Hollywood Bowl, Cribbs Causway (BS10 7TT) inside entrance at 7:30pm Cost: £15 Member Includes: 2 Games Of Bowling, Shoe Hire, Spice Host, Prizes Tonight we’re playing our ever popular Pyramid Bowling. The game is very simple and is basically a clever variation on normal Ten Pin Bowling that helps to even out the experts and the beginners. Ten Pin Bowling is always a great laugh and it doesn't matter if you've never bowled before or if you are at the top of your game, join us tonight for some fun. Meet inside by the shoe collection point where your Spice host will be waiting to say ‘Hi’ and introduce everyone. At the end of the game there will be prizes for the best team score (the lower the better !!!).

Vegetarian Dining in Bristol - Cafe Maitreya

Date: Saturday 20th July 2013 Place: 89 St Mark's Road, Easton, Bristol (BS5 6HY) Maitreya Restaurant at 7pm Cost: £25 Member, £27 Guest Includes: 2 Course Vegetarian Meal, Service, Spice Host Extras: Drinks Maitreya Social is an award winning, cosy veggie restaurant, oozing with atmosphere, a home away from home. It’s the place to be amongst friends with their 100% vegetarian, contemporary, hearty, simple and inspiring menu. Tonight we’ll be enjoying a 2 course meal and will get a chance to socialise with other Spice members, catching up with old ones and meeting new ones. It’s a great chance to sample delightful vegetarian fare and spend an evening in pleasant company.

Spaceguard Centre Visit

... discover how they predict earth strikes by asteroids and comets

Date: Saturday 20th July 2013 Place: Knighton. Powys (LD7 1LW) 1.45pm for 2pm Tour Cost: £10 Member, £12 Guest Includes: 1.5 Hour Private Group Tour, Spice Coordinator, VAT I realise that this is a bit of a drive for most of us, but is an opportunity to visit somewhere really unusual and unique in the UK. The Spaceguard Centre is located at the former Powys County Observatory near Knighton in mid-Wales. Sited at the top of a hill, the observatory offers outstanding panoramas in all directions, and a clear 360 degree horizon. It is the only organisation in the UK addressing the hazard of Near Earth Objects. NEOs are asteroids and comets that come close to, and sometimes collide with the Earth. Such impacts can have devastating effects – they have in the past and will in the future unless we use available technologies to prevent them.. Our Tour: We have booked a tour of approx 1½ hours with the centre owners. They will explain the importance of the work they do and how they do it. We will see a range of telescopes including a 13” apochromatic refractor.

White Water Kayaks

Date: Saturday 20th July 2013 Place: Symonds Yat (HR9 6EG) 10am to approx. 4.30pm Cost: £49 Member, £55 Guest Today’s session is run by Den and the team from Forest Adventure and is an excellent opportunity for anyone wanting to experience the thrill of white water kayaking. Whether you're a total novice or have done this before, you'll have loads of fun developing your basic skills, and getting used to the feel of the moving water. If you've kayaked in a pool or on 'flat water' before you'll find this quite different as the movement of the water makes your paddle stokes and turns more interesting. If you're up to it, you'll get a chance on the rapids where you'll have the chance to ' play ' the river - or is it playing with you! Under the expert guidance you'll soon be using the eddies to your advantage and discovering how to manoeuvre round all sorts of obstacles. All necessary equipment is provided. Date: Place:

Gardens, Grottos + Cream Tea Monmouth

Sunday 21st July 2013 Caerwent, Monmouthshire, Wales (NP26 5AH) Dewstow Gardens - Main Entrance at 1:30pm Cost: £16 Member, £18 Guest Includes: Entrance to Dewstow Gardens, Cream Tea, Service, Spice Host Dewstow Gardens is one of the least known of all the attractions in southern Wales, but also one of the most interesting. The gardens are a wonderful place to wander in themselves, with beautifully landscaped paths and decorative beds, artificial waterfalls and man-made pools, but it's Dewstow Grottoes that make this place really fascinating. The Grottoes are artificial - no natural limestone caves here- but they are no less attractive for it. The tunnels, archways, and sunken fern gardens were built in the Victorian era and completely buried around the time of the second world war. It's only over the last few years that excavation and restoration has revealed them again. After our wander we’ll go to the Coffee Cabin for some cream tea.

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Gromit Unleashed and BBQ Lunch - Bristol

Sunday 21st July 2013 Spyglass BBQ + Grill, Welsh Back Bristol (BS1 4SB) Ask for the Spice Table at 12:30pm £17 Member, £19 Guest Includes: 1 Course Meal, Service, Walk to see Gromit Unleashed, Spice Host Extras: Drinks

Join Spice today as we take in the spectacular public exhibition - Gromit Unleashed! Giant fibreglass sculptures of Gromit, standing 5ft tall will be individually designed and created by invited artists, forming a trail of seventy unique pieces of art through Bristol. Famous names of artists announced so far include Gromit creator, Nick Park, Aardman co-founder, Peter Lord, the man behind The Snowman, Raymond Briggs, Axel Scheffler, who drew children's favourite The Gruffalo and inventor of the wind-up radio, Trevor Baylis. Around 40 local artists from Bristol and the region have also been selected to design a Gromit for the trail. A broad range of creative and colourful designs were chosen with entries depicting nature and Bristol themes. We start our day at the Spyglass BBQ and Grill to ensure we have enough sustenance for the trail! You know its summer when Spyglass is open and here we will have a 1 course meal with grill choices such as BBQ chicken skewers, grilled asparagus and halloumi, spyglass burger, and grilled salmon steak. After our meal, we’ll amble along the Gromit trail, seeing if we can spot all 70 Gromits’ and guess who the artists are. It’s bound to be an unusual, fun and (hopefully) sunny day out!

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Introduction to Sailing - Cardiff Bay

Sunday 21st July 2013 Mermaid Quay, Cardiff (CF10 5BZ) Instructions will be emailed meet at 11:45am Cost: £33 Member, £35 Guest Includes: 2 Hour Introduction to Sailing Sailing isn’t just about cruising in the sun, there’s a lot more action to be had, and there’s a real spirit of adventure. It’s both a fun recreation and serious sport, and today we’re going to learn the very basics of sailing. This is very much a hands-on 2 hour session and your first task will be to hoist the sails to start the learning experience. The Skipper will then introduce you to lots of sailing manoeuvres and give you the opportunity to learn some basic sailing skills. It’s a great day out on the water! Your skipper Steve Marks has been sailing in the Bristol Channel for 25 years sailing to harbours such as, Porlock, Minehead, Portishead and many more. Steve also has a good knowledge of Cardiff Bay both before and since construction of the barrage. The yacht Takamaka is a 36ft Jeanneau Sunshine cruising yacht with impressive performance.

Open Canoeing - Congresbury, Bristol

Date: Tuesday 23rd July 2013 Place: River Yeo, Congresbury (BS49 5BX) 5.45pm in Youth Centre Car-Park Time: 5:45pm to 8:30pm Cost: £36 Member, £38 Guest Open Canoes allow so many possibilities. Whether you want a gentle paddle down some of the most tranquil and picturesque rivers in the South West, or a floating platform for jumping in the water and playing fabulous games with friends, open canoeing provides it all. The boats are stable, making falling out an effort, yet are great fun to paddle. Sessions start with your instructor explaining how to use the paddle, how to work with your partner, as well as what happens if the canoe tips over. Once on the water the instructor will tailor the session to your requirements mixing games with coaching. Our session lasts for a couple of hours and we will have four canoes with two people in each.

Spice Meet + Eat - St Fagans, Cardiff

Date: Thursday 25th July 2013 Place: The Plymouth Arms, St Fagans, Cardiff (CF5 6DU) In the Bar at 7:30pm Join Spice tonight for our monthly Meet & Eat. Every month we head to a new pub for a social night-out. It’s a great opportunity to come along, meet some fellow SPICE members over a drink and perhaps have a bite to eat – it’s entirely up to you. We’ll let the pub know we’re coming and anyone who fancies a meal can choose, order and pay on the night. If you’ve already eaten then just come along for the social chat and a drink. Everyone is welcome including established members, newer members and anyone thinking of joining SPICE. Book online (members) or drop us an email (non-members) so we know you’re coming and one of our Spice hosts will be there to meet you. Our venue tonight is The Plymouth Arms, a country pub and restaurant oozing rural charm and rustic character. It’s Grade II listed and almost on the doorstep of the National History Museum and St Fagans Castle. Here we can enjoy a glass of the finest cask ales and perhaps take advantage of the lovely dishes on offer, served with a generous helping of rustic charm.

Live Music /Jazz + Supper - Bath

Date: Friday 26th July 2013 Place: Green Park Station, Bath (BA1 1JB) Green Park Brasserie - Spice Table at 7pm Cost: £28.99 Member, £30.99 Guest Includes: 2 course meal, Service, Spice Host The Green Park Brasserie occupies the old booking hall of Green Park Station, built by the Midland Railway in 1870 and now magnificently restored to become one of the finest restaurants in Bath. It is located within a quarter of a mile of the city centre and has a warm, friendly and lively ambience; the style of cuisine eclectic English. The brasserie is also famous for its live music featuring the best of local, live jazz and acoustic music. Tonight we’ll be enjoying the music and a 2 course meal. It’s a good night out with lively Spice company and great entertainment.

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Murder Mystery Walk - Bristol Old City

Friday 26th July 2013 43-45 Corn Street, Bristol (BS1 1HT) Commercial Rooms - Spice Table at 7:15pm £7 Member, £9 Guest Includes: Murder Mystery Walk + Quiz, Spice Host Extras: Drinks

A murdered body in a cobbled lane in the Old City of Bristol! A ruthless man with many enemies, the culprit must nevertheless be found. Join Spice today as we track down a murderer by following the clues and finding the answers on this circular walk of 1.5 miles. We’ll be exploring the very oldest parts of the city centre where a wealth of history and cultural diversity awaits. You’ll be divided up into teams and given an easy route and lots of clues to follow. After our walk we’ll meet back at the Commercial Rooms where we see how everyone’s done and give a prize to the winning team, as well as grab a drink and a bite to eat (optional and payable on the day). It’s a fabulous way to spend some time with other Spice members exploring the city and getting out in the fresh air.

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Surfing Weekend - Croyde Bay, Devon dates in July & August

Fri 26th Jul 2013 - Sun 28th Jul 2013 and Fri 16th Aug 2013 - Sun 18th Aug 2013 Croyde Bay , Devon (EX33 1YP) At B&B's Arrive from 4.00p.m. £189 Member Twin Share, £209 Guest Sharing Room, Includes 3 surf sessions to include wet suit, use of surfboard, 2 nights B&B accommodation. Light Lunch on Saturday is included at the Surf School. Meals and drinks Single room subject to availability and supplement will apply

Are you ready to take the plunge and head down to Croyde Bay for some Surfing! North Devon is renowned for its spectacular coastlines and golden beaches and Croyde Bay has beautiful and stunning scenery. The sandy beach at Croyde Bay draws surfers from all over the world and this is where we are heading for our Surfing Weekend. Croyde Bay faces west into the Atlantic and enjoys a famed reputation for its consistent waves! Our surf school is situated in the beach car park at Croyde, just a few metres from the sand. Over the weekend we will have 3 lessons where you will learn about surfboards, the techniques for standing up and of course how to surf! The surf school includes a changing facility and safe storage for your gear. Surf South West is a British Surfing Association Approved Centre offering a full range of courses, but specialising in absolute beginners, introducing people to the sport with qualified instruction and specialist equipment. They tell us that most participants are amazed that after a weekend course of three sessions they are up and standing, hopelessly addicted to the sheer exhilaration of riding the waves! Please see our web site for more information about accommodation and a itinerary for the weekend. For the full write-up please see the website event listing.

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Walking Weekend Winchester + South Downs

Fri 26th Jul 2013 - Sun 28th Jul 2013 Winchester Royal Hotel, Winchester (SO23 8BS) Arrive from 4.00p.m. Meal at 8.00p.m. £169 Member Twin Share, £209 Member Single (Deposit £35) Included: 2 nights’ accommodation, 2 breakfasts, 2 picnic lunches, 2 evening meals & 2 days of guided walks

WalkWise Overview: The western end of the South Downs National Park is a fabulous stretch of countryside typified by open meadows and rolling downs, idyllic towns and villages, and peaceful meandering chalk streams flowing through sun-drenched valleys! For this NEW WalkWise Walking weekend we will be staying in the perfect medieval City of Winchester in the wonderful Winchester Royal Hotel. The Medieval and Georgian buildings of the hotel are themselves part of the vibrant heritage of the city and have been very tastefully modernised to provide delightfully relaxed, comfortable and peaceful accommodation, yet lie only a stroll from its magnificent Cathedral, and award winning shops. It comes as no surprise that this wonderful area offers a myriad of walks, we could follow the Itchen Valley trail alongside a beautiful wildlife rich river, or head out along the South Downs Way, the Monarchs Way or the Bishops Way. These walks will be led by professional and knowledgeable walking guides. On both days there will be a harder walk of 10 or more miles and a gentler walk of 6-9 miles. Accommodation The Winchester Royal Hotel is situated in the heart of this beautiful cathedral city. There are 75 en-suite bedrooms, which include everything you need for a good night’s sleep - and more, including Wifi, TVs & sky, room service, tea and coffee making facilities, and hairdryers!

Bristol Harbour Festival and Brunch

Date: Saturday 27th July 2013 Place: 38 Queen's Road, Clifton , Bristol (BS8 1RE) Browns Restaurant - Ask for Spice Table at 11am Cost: £15 Member, £17 Guest Includes: Brunch, Service, Visit to Bristol Harbour Festival, Spice Host Extras: Drinks Join Spice for Bristol’s biggest cultural event, The Bristol Harbour Festival! Expect international party sounds, world music, some big Bristol names and local rising stars. Cirque Bijou leads an energetic Circus programme, plus there’s a dance village, historical ships and fireworks. This is a showcase of the extraordinary cultural diversity of the city and there’s plenty of entertainment guaranteed to keep toes tapping, bodies moving and hands clapping. We’ll meet early at Browns for a lovely brunch with choices such as poached egg and fishcake, eggs Benedict, Florentine or Royal or a Traditional Breakfast. Vegetarian options are also available. After our brunch we’ll wander down to the Harbour Festival and might split into groups, meeting up again at 5.00pm at the statue in the centre of Queen’s Square to catch up and exchange notes after which we’ll venture off again to enjoy the entertainment.

Canadian Canoe Adventure

Date: Saturday 27th July 2013 Place: Symonds Yat (HR9 5QT) 10.00am to approx. 3.30pm Cost: £49 Member, £55 Guest The team from Forest Adventure have come up with a varied route for Canadian style open canoes - enjoyable for absolute beginners and practiced paddlers alike. They have planned out for us, one of the most scenic, most photographed, stretches of the Wye, from Kerne Bridge to Huntsmans Bridge taking in views of Symonds Yat as we go. Having allowed four and a half hours for the trip, it should be a leisurely day and will include a stop for coffee and a stop at a pub! The open canoes minimise our chance of getting wet, which is just as well at this time of year! All specialist equipment is provided.

Live Music, Dancing + Cuban Dining -Cardiff

Date: Saturday 27th July 2013 Place: Revolucion de Cuba, The Friary (CF10 3FA) Ask for the Spice Table at 7:30pm Cost: £16.50 Member, £18.50 Guest Includes: 1 course meal, Service, Spice Host Extras: Drinks Join Spice tonight at Revolucion De Cuba, a restaurant inspired by the spirit of the original party island and by those folk that didn't let the system get in the way of a good ‘knees up’. There’s live music and dancing and we can sway the night away to the salsa and tango rhythms. We’ll be enjoying not only the ambience, but also a lovely 1 course meal with choices such as Burritos, Chilli, Enchiladas and Paella de Cuba to really get you into the mood. Rum is the drink of choice and there are a variety of classic cocktails on offer for you to explore such as Mojito’s, Daiquiri and Cuba Libre amongst others.

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Clay Pigeon Shooting Cardiff

Sunday 28th July 2013 Cwrt y Celyn Farm, Upperboat, Pontypridd (CF83 4JG) Arrive at 11.30am £39.95 Member - 25 clays, £42.95 Guest - 25 clays Includes one hour clay pigeon shooting, instruction and equipment provided. Bring cash for a visit to the pub afterwards Today it’s a chance for our South Wales based members to try your hand at some Clay Pigeon Shooting. Whether you're a shooting enthusiast or just want to have a go as part of a group day out, clay pigeon shooting is a unique experience. With excellent and highly motivated shooting instructors from a local shooting club, learn the skills needed to safely use shotguns, and how to properly aim and fire! With 25 shot sessions, turn it into a competition amongst yourselves and you might be surprised who the top score will be!

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Jazz, Blues and Sunday Lunch - Bristol

Sunday 28th July 2013 139 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol (BS3 1EZ) The Spotted Cow - Spice Table 1:30pm Cost: £16 Member, £18 Guest Includes: Jazz, 1 Course Meal, Service, Today we’re headed to The Spotted Cow, situated on North Street in the heart of Southville and Bedminster. The pub has a rich heritage dating back to Bedminster’s agricultural past and has stood for over 200 years. This afternoon we’ll be treated to Tony Clark’s Jazz and Blues Sunday. When it comes to Jazz there really can’t be anyone in Bristol with more knowledge than Tony Clark. Musically, however he does not limit his style to only Jazz and is happy to mix up Blues, Country, Americana and much more and his Sunday sessions are a journey through his vast collection. We’ll start the afternoon by tucking into one of the Spotted Cow’s legendary Roast dinners. The jazz is from 3.00pm to 7.00pm so there’s lenty of time to enjoy the food, the company and the music!

The Big Abseil - 200 Feet Straight Down th

Date: Sunday 28th July, 4 & 25 August 2013 Place: Avon Gorge, Portway, Bristol (ST56 1745) meet at 1.00pm at layby on the Portway Cost: £34 Member, £37 Guest In Bristol we’re lucky enough to have the amazing Avon Gorge with the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge symbolising our great city. But it’s not just a beautiful landmark – it’s also the setting for one of our greatest and most challenging events – The Big Abseil. What a great shot for your photo album! Go ahead and impress your family and friends with this classic Spice event. You will start off by literally ‘getting to know the ropes’ and receive full instruction on the techniques needed for your descent. Your instructor will build up your confidence and calm your nerves before you progress onto the impressive 200-foot descent. Don’t forget to admire the impressive views whilst you’re up there. So do you have the nerve to take on this exhilarating, adrenalin pumping challenge?

Pub Quiz and Supper at the Mall - Bristol

Date: Thursday 1st August 2013 Place: The Mall pub, 66 The Mall, Bristol (BS8 4JG) Ask for Spice table meet at 7pm Cost: £15.50 Member, £17.50 Guest Includes: 2 Course Meal, Pub Quiz, Service, Host Extras: Drinks Are you feeling clever? Think you know all the answers (even before you’ve heard the questions)? Then now’s the time to have some fun as we enter a SPICE team into the regular Pub Quiz held at The Mall in Clifton, Bristol. We’ll meet at 7.00 pm so we can enjoy our 2 course meal, sort out our team or teams and then participate in the Quiz itself which begins at 9. 00pm and lasts until the end of the evening. The Quiz is just a bit of fun and we won’t take it too seriously (although we do want to win of course) so come along for the social and let’s see how we get along.

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Canoe Cruising weekend on the River Wye

Fri 2nd Aug 2013 - Sun 4th Aug 2013 Hoarwithy (nr Ross) to Monmouth, Wales (HR2 6QH) £159 Member Includes: 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch and one evening meal, site fees, minibus transfer, all equipment/ bivi gear and instructors Why not treat yourself to an all- inclusive river safari from Hoarwithy to Monmouth - a magical and memorable experience and the very spirit of adventure. This is a superb opportunity to learn canoeing or improve your existing canoeing skills. The idea is to progress in a relaxed and encouraging environment. Our friendly team from Forest Adventure will teach you with a flexible attitude geared to the needs of both the group and you as an individual to ensure you develop at your own level.

Horse Riding Weekend - Kent Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 2nd Aug 2013 - Sun 4th Aug 2013 Farm Cottage, Bedgebury Park, Goudhurst, Kent Arrive from 4.00p.m. £240 Member Sharing or Single £260

Includes 2 Nights’ accommodation in Spice exclusive Home Farm House on Bedgebury Estate, 2 breakfasts and 2 sandwich lunches. Saturday 1 hour Assessment/Riding Lesson in the morning and 1 hour riding lesson in the afternoon and Sunday either a 1 hour lesson or 1 hour Forest Hack (A Forest Hack will depend on the experience/ability of the rider) If you enjoy the great outdoors and want to improve your horse riding skills then this is the weekend for you. We will be staying in the comfortably furnished Home Farm House on the 125 acre Bedgebury Park Estate in Goudhurst, Kent, not far from Royal Tunbridge Wells. This riding weekend is suitable for different levels of riders, whether you are a beginner and ridden a few times, through to novice, intermediate or advanced rider. As an outline of the weekend: on Saturday morning there will be a 1 hour riding lesson where your instructor will start the lesson by assessing your riding level so your horse or pony can be chosen for the weekend. After the assessment we will be in split into groups for the lesson. On Saturday afternoon there is a second 1 hour riding lesson where you can hone your skills from the morning and learn new skills. On Sunday morning there will either be a 1 hour lesson or a 1 hour Forest Hack in Bedgebury Forest (A Forest Hack will depend on the experience/ability of the rider). There are a total of 7 rooms with a mix of single bedded and double bedded rooms and one large room with 4 single beds. The rooming will be allocated on a pot luck basis depending on sex mix and individual/sharing requests. Further details can be found on our website.

The Glee Club Comedy Night Date: Friday 2nd August 2013 Place: Mermaid Quay, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff (CF10 5BZ) at entrance to the club 7:30pm Cost: £19 Member, £21 Guest Extras: Any food or drink you choose to order on the evening. This evening we are back at The Glee Club on Cardiff Bay. The Glee Club is a great independent comedy club and is a hugely popular part of the Spice programme. Tonight, more of the best professional circuit comics perform for our pleasure. The Glee Club's policy is to only pick acts that are on the national circuit and have performed at the London Comedy Club so bring along your best heckles for a laughter filled evening! Tonight there will be a compere and three acts to entertain you during the course of the evening.

Strolling + Sketching Weekend - Mid Wales Date: Fri 2nd Aug 2013 - Sun 4th Aug 2013 Place: Lluest Fach, Mid Wales (SY21 0PB) Arrive from 6.00pm Cost: £140 Member Sharing Includes: 2 nights B&B, Friday buffet supper, 4 course evening meal and all instruction For those of you who would like to combine the great outdoors with their artistic talents we’ve put together a weekend of strolling and sketching in a stunningly beautiful area of Mid Wales. Your instructor for the weekend is Julie Hyde, an accomplished artist running many other successful painting and drawing events for Spice. She will be on hand to help you make the best of your creative talents on this stress free absorbing and fun weekend. On Saturday Julie will go through some basic tuition and then it’s out into the breath-taking countryside where we’ll be strolling throughout the rest of the day. We will be stopping at several of the most beautiful places to draw the scenery. We’ll visit the strikingly picturesque area of lake Vyrnwy where there are, lakes, dams, buildings, sculptures and waterfalls to capture on your sketchpad. We’ll be out both Saturday and Sunday no matter what the weather is doing, so come prepared for rain or shine. The weekend takes place at a secluded 16th Century stone farmhouse in the heart of the Welsh countryside with breath-taking views over the Cambrian Mountains.

Indoor Surfing - Bedford Date: Place: Cost:

Saturday 3rd August 2013 Twinwoods Business Park, Thurleigh Rd (MK44 1FD) Flow House - Flowboarding Entrance 2:15pm to 4pm £24.99 Member - Early Booking, £27.99 Guest - Early Booking Includes: 1 Hour Spice Exclusive Flowboarding Experience, Spice Host Flowboarding is surfing with a difference! Here, there’s no need to take a trip to the sea, or wait for the swells and perfect surf conditions, as the FlowRider is always ready and waiting for you! This sport combines all the best bits from surfing, wakeboarding, snowboarding and skate boarding, wrapping them neatly up into one new and exciting sport. A FlowRider sprays a sheet of water, about four inches deep, over a trampoline like ride surface and it’s here where you can really enjoy bodyboarding or stand-up riding, or both. Read more on our website.

Saturday Dining at the Clifton Sausage Date: Saturday 3rd August 2013 Place: 7-9 Portland Street, Bristol, Avon (BS8 4JA) Ask for the Spice Table at 7:30pm Cost: £26.50 Member 3 Courses £22.50 Member 2 Courses, Tonight we are dining at one of our favourite restaurants The Clifton Sausage which specialises in traditional classic British dishes as well as a vast variety of sausages! There is the option to choose either two or three courses from a seasonal Spice Menu offering a selection of starters, main courses and desserts including vegetarian dishes. They use the freshest ingredients from British and regional suppliers wherever possible and have different seasonal favourites and over 100,000 sausages are consumed every year at the Clifton Sausage!

Bag A Welsh Summit with Hamish Date: Sunday 4th August 2013 Place: Bala, Wales (LL23 7AD) 10.30am Start Cost: £12 Member, £14 Guest A new High level walk with Hamish around Bala via the summit of Arrenig Fawr -854m (subject to weather conditions). This mountain lies close to Llyn Celynreservoir alongside the A4212 between Trawsfynydd andBala and is a manageable distance from the Midlands. The cost of the walk is a little higher than normal as numbers are restricted. You may wish to stay the night before in the Bala area. The walk will be 7 to 8 miles and 600 to 700 metres of uphill.

Live Flamenco Dancing, Music + Paella Date: Sunday 4th August 2013 Place: El Puerto Ltd, 57 Prince Street, Bristol (BS1 4QH) Ask for the Spice Table meet at 7pm Cost: £14 Member, £16 Guest Includes: Live Flamenco dancing and music, Paella, Service and Spice Host Join Spice today as we go to El Puerto, located in the town centre on the corner of Prince St and The Grove, for an authentic Spanish experience. This Grade II listed historical harbourside building boasts whitewashed walls, large rustic wooden tables and friendly Spanish staff. Tonight we’re in for a treat as we sit back, unwind and relax with great Spanish rhythms, sexy flamenco dancing and live paella cooking. The flamenco is a highly-expressive, Spanish solo dance characterized by hand clapping, percussive footwork, and intricate hand, arm and body movements accompanied by live Spanish guitar music. As part of our evening we’ll also enjoy a fabulous dish of paella with choices of different meat in them. It’s a great way to end the weekend!

Mickleton Ramble Cotswolds Date: Sunday 4th August 2013 Place: Mickleton, Cotswolds (GL55 6SB) 10.15am - 10.30prompt Cost: £6 Member, £7 Guest Aimed at regular Walkers with a good level of fitness this 10 mile ramble with Alan has one ascent of particular note. The rest of the walk is rolling countryside. The start point for this walk is the pretty Cotswold village of Mickleton. We begin by following the Heart of England Wat North to the Village of Upper Quinton. From here we then head East across country to Ilmington, where we will stop for lunch. After lunch we ascend to the top of KnowlandsHill where we get all round views of the countryside. We then continue west back toward Mickleton where we can find a pub for a well-earned drink.

Race Tuition with Professional Racing Driver Date: Sunday 4th August 2013 Place: MIRA, Nuneaton, Warickshire (CV10 0TU) 9.00am - 9.15am Cost: £249 Member, £269 Guest Includes: Cars, circuit damage and personal injury cover and tuition This is a fantastic Spice opportunity to join the Supercar Lifestyle team for 4 hours of 1-on-1 full race tuition. This is the “real deal”, as your tutor will be an ex Formula 1 driver such as Ian Ashley or Mike Wilds and we will be using the prestigious MIRA Test facility. Starting off in a BMW M3’s Ian or Mike and the team will coach you both through practical and theory tuition the art of racing, working you up to a Porsche GT3 cup car standard. The day will include such vital skills as negotiating corners, achieving perfect racing lines, managing over steer and under steer, advanced breaking techniques and much more. If you are serious about your driving, don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from the best .

Walking with The Welsh Pit Ponies Date: Sunday 4th August 2013 Place: Maendy Road, Penycoedcae, Pontypridd (CF37 1PS) The Welsh Pit Ponies Centre meet at 11am Cost: £14 Member, £16 Guest Includes: visit and charity donation & Spice host This is a fabulous chance to meet the last few Welsh Pit Ponies as we visit Fforest Uchaf Horse and Pony Rehabilitation Centre, & The Pit Pony Sanctuary, a registered Charity in Wales, providing Tender Loving Care for horses and ponies in need. The Centre has ponies of all shapes and sizes; many came from a background of misery and mistreatment. However, the life on the high pastures soon has their physical condition improved. Visitors will be guided for a quiet walk in the high pastures with a magnificent panoramic backdrop of the Taff Valley and on clear days the Brecon Beacons in the distance. Here you can take time out and meet the ponies, hear their stories and see them enjoying their new life grazing and playing in the sun. Your guide will take you by the ponds and walk you past the woodland, a home of rare and diverse wildlife that share the Farm. There’ll be time out to stop by the ponds and watch the life going on underwater. Quiet visitors may be treated to seeing the wild Buzzards soaring on the thermals that rise from the Valley floor below. For those interested in the Welsh Heritage of Pit Ponies the relationship between the locality and coal mining will also be explained. Don’t miss the interesting and enjoyable visit.

Drumming Workshop with Alphonse-Bristol Date: Wednesday 7th August 2013 Place: Benjamin Perry Boathouse, Phoenix Wharf, (BS1 6TJ) Function room inside at 6:45pm Cost: £18 Member Includes: One hour drumming workshop Optional drinks afterwards at the Ostrich If you have always fancied trying your hand at drumming – now is your chance. We’ve been lucky to book a workshop with Bristol’s talented teacher, musician and composer Alphonse Touna from Cameroon. Alphonse is well known across the South-West for his innovative drumming workshops, musical contribution to festivals and for packing venues with his Afro-jazz band Helele. He has been teaching for twenty years and drumming all his life. You will learn drumming basics in a fun and friendly atmosphere on djembes which Alphonse makes himself

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Fri 9th Aug 2013 - Sun 11th Aug 2013 Pollock Halls, Holyrood Park Rd, Edin (EH16 5BQ) Cost: £164 Member, £234 Member Single

Includes: 2 Nights’ Accommodation in Single/Twin/Double en-suite rooms, (well furnished with spectacular views of Arthur’s Seat) in the excellent Chancellors Court or John Burnett House.2 Fantastic Full Scottish Buffet Breakfasts Saturday 1.5 Hour Guided Tour of the Royal Mile (Castle to John Knox House) Spectacular Arthur’s Seat Walk Coordinators Throughout Friday Night Welcome followed by Fringe Act Ticket Option to purchase a Saturday night Ticket for the astonishing Edinburgh International Military Tattoo with spectacular end of show fireworks – the hottest ticket in town! An opportunity to book superb extras such as Merv Stutter’s Pick of the Fringe, Saturday Dinner at Merchants, the Festival Farewell Lunch plus lots more…. It’s that time of year when the world’s biggest and best comedy, music and arts festival takes place in Edinburgh making the city the most vibrant venue on the planet. This is one of the world’s great spectacles and should be on every ones ‘to do before I die list’. Read more on our website. Lots of other Spice Group members going.

Pay As You Go - Bosphorus Turkish Date: Friday 9th August 2013 Place: 31 Mermaid Quay, Cardiff (CF10 5BZ) Bosphorus Turkish Restaurant-Spice Table at 7:30pm The Bosphorous Turkish Restaurant is unique in its cuisine, and its location commands a spectacular position in Mermaid Quay, Cardiff Bay, as you sit on its stilts over the water. The menu specialises in Modern Turkish Cuisine, with traditional dishes taken from the Ottoman Empire. Selections of the dishes are also suitable for vegetarians. This is a great place to get together with other Spice members in the area and have a social and relaxing evening. Don’t worry if you’re new to Spice as our host will be there to make introductions. This is a pay as you go event so you pay a deposit of £2 to secure your place and then you pay on the night for any food and drinks that you have. Spice need you to book in the usual way as we need to book a table at the restaurant and we will organise a spice host for the evening.

Walking Weekend - Kings Lynn + Norfolk Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 9th Aug 2013 - Sun 11th Aug 2013 Ramada Hotel, Kings Lynn, Norfolk (PE30 4NB) Arrive from 4.00p.m. Meal at 8.00p.m. £159 Member Twin Share, £179 Guest Twin Share, £199 Member Single (Deposit £35) Included: 2 nights’ accommodation, 2 breakfasts, 2 picnic lunches, 2 evening meals & 2 days of guided walks and there will be a choice of walks each day too The Norfolk Coast has long been on the WalkWise wish list and this year you are finally going to be able to explore it a Walkwise Walking Weekend. True there are no real hills here, but its beauty and wildlife value are well known. Indeed the North Norfolk coast is designated an area of outstanding natural beauty and includes numerous nature reserves of international importance, stunning villages, picturesque seaside towns, regal country estates, stunning beaches, huge expansive saltmarshes and dune complexes which are all networked through a complex maze of footpaths! We will be based in the easy to get to Ramada Kings Lynn Hotel just 95 minutes from Kings Cross-by train! Here you’ll find friendly and professional staff and a hotel with blend of modern, stylish design and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. WalkWise UK will provide a minimum of two walks on each day. These walks will be led by professional and knowledgeable walking guides. On both days there will be a harder walk of 10 or more miles and a gentler walk of 6-9 miles. Accommodation: Ramada Kings Lynn Hotel is ideally located for visiting the Norfolk Broads and Coast and Kings Lyn itself. This comfortable hotel in Kings Lynn offers en-suite bedrooms, with modern facilities.

Under the Stars Floating Pub Social Date: Friday 9th August 2013 Place: Narrow Quay, Harbourside, Brisol (BS1 4QA) Under the Stars Bar - Spice Sign at 7:30pm Cost: £17.50 Member, £19.50 Guest Includes: Tapas to share, Service, Spice Host Extras: Drinks Tonight we’re having a relaxed social evening at the unique Under the Stars floating bar in Bristol’s buzzing harbour side. We’ll be having some of their mouth-watering tapas dishes, which are inspired by a variety of Mediterranean cuisines, and are great to share, giving us an opportunity to try the many different flavours. It’s a great evening to catch up with other Spice members in the area! Your Spice host will be there to welcome you on arrival and help with the introductions. If we’re really lucky and the weather’s nice, we might even be able to dine al fresco on the top deck, with a beautiful view of the Bristol Harbour!

National Murder Mystery + Disco Weekend Date: Place:

Fri 9th Aug 2013 - Sun 11th Aug 2013 Staverton Park, Daventry, Northants (NN11 6JT) De Vere Hotel. Arrive from 4.00p.m. Cost: £189 Member Twin Share, £209 Guest Twin Share, £235 Member Single Includes: 2 nights luxury Hotel Accommodation at DeVere Staverton Park 2 x Breakfast, 2 x 3 course evening meals Twin, double or single en-suite rooms available Professional Murder Mystery Party Organiser Free time given to use hotel facilities to include pool, sauna + spa Saturday Night Party with Disco to 1.00a.m. 2 x sandwich lunches An absolute classic Spice weekend that embodies the spirit of the club! Are you a budding Agatha Christie or Hercule Poirot? Warning - our plot will have you guessing and may cause you a sleepless night....! If you have joined us on one of these weekends before we have another excellent plot! The theme of our weekend is “A Reunion ... to die for”. Based in 1980’s, it’s a school reunion of students and teachers who attended at a Catholic Boarding School in the 50’s and 60’s – a fabulous excuse to dig out those flares, flowery shirts and Rara skirts! We meet on Friday night in the Bar from 7pm onwards, with a 3 course dinner served from 8pm onwards. You’ll meet your team but don’t get too friendly with your team mates – one of them is a murderer! Lots of additional info on our website.

Ascot Races Live Concert + 2 Nights Hotel Date: Place: Meet: Cost:

Fri 9th Aug 2013 - Sun 11th Aug 2013 Bagshot Road, Bracknell (RG12 0QJ) Hilton Bracknell Hotel, Arrive from 3.00 £220 Member Twin Share £265 Member Single (Deposit £45) Includes: 2 nights Luxury Hotel Accommodation, Welcome Drink, 2 breakfasts including Bucks Fizz on day of Races, Evening Meal on Saturday, Grandstand ticket to Ascot Shergar Cup and Live Concert, Transfer to Ascot from hotel (return), Use of leisure facilities at hotel (indoor pool, sauna & gym) Guided walk in Windsor Park on Sunday services of Spice Host throughout. This is a new and exciting social weekend incorporating two classic days out. On the Saturday we have a day at Ascot Races followed by a concert on the Old Paddock Lawns and on the Sunday a day in Windsor or a walk in Windsor Park. We stay at a lovely Hilton Bracknell Hotel situated just 4 miles from Ascot and a short drive from Windsor. We have managed to negotiate an excellent price for the weekend. Please see our web site for more information

Ascot Races + Live Concert + 1 Night Hotel Date: Place: Cost:

Sat 10th Aug 2013 - Sun 11th Aug 2013 Bagshot Road, Bracknell (RG12 0QJ) Hilton Bracknell Hotel at 10:30am £159 Member Twin Share, £169 Guest Twin Share, £185 Member Single (Deposit £30) Includes: 1 night Luxury Hotel Accommodation, Evening Meal on Saturday, Grandstand ticket to Ascot Shergar Cup and Live Concert, Transfer to Ascot from hotel (return), Breakfast on Sunday, Use of leisure facilities at hotel (indoor pool, sauna & gym) Guided walk in Windsor Park on Sunday services of Spice Host throughout We have more than one option for this weekend so for the 1 night option the itinerary is…On Saturday arrive at Hilton Bracknell Hotel to leave your overnight bag and meet the other Spice guests. Leave the hotel to make our way to Ascot (transfer to and from Ascot included in our price). This is a popular day at Ascot and the race meeting is The Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup. This is Britain’s only Jockeys’ competition where top jockeys in four teams; Great Britain and Ireland, Europe, the Rest of the World and an all girls’ team, battle against each other in a thrilling six-race showdown for the coveted trophy. The day is easy for everyone to follow and on this unique occasion you will have a chance to view the horses and jockeys before the races in the Parade Ring. After the racing we will make our way to the Old Paddock for the live concert. Artists have not been announced but it is expected to be solo artists and bands from the 80’ & 90’s. The concert will begin at about 5.30pm. and finishes at 7.30p.m. After our day at the races we will be picked up and transferred back to our hotel.

Beginners Outdoor Rock Climbing Bristol Date: Saturday 10th August 2013 Place: Goblin Combe, Cleeve, Nr Congresbury (BS49 4PQ) 9.45am for 10.0am start Cost: £36 Member, £38 Guest Have you ever watched climbers scaling the side of a rock face and thought “I could do that”? Well now you can find out. This evening we are offering you the chance to try your hand at rock climbing. The evening is designed for complete beginners or those with only a very small amount of climbing experience. We will be looked after by the expert tutors from Mendip Outdoor Pursuits whose qualified instructors will begin by showing you the ropes (literally). After a full safety briefing you will then get the opportunity to learn how to climb a 30 foot rock face working in a team. Climbing is about moving into the unknown, stepping outside a zone of security and proving to yourself that you can persevere.

Bristol Balloon Fiesta and Lunch Date: Saturday 10th August 2013 Place: No1 Brunel Lock Rd, Cumberland Basin (BS1 6XS) Lockside - Spice Table at 12pm Cost: £15.50 Member Includes: 1 Course Meal, Service, Spice Host. Entrance into the Balloon Fiesta is free. Extras: Drinks The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is a world-class hot air ballooning festival and recognised as one of the UK’s top five outdoor events. Join Spice today for this fantastic festival where we watch over a hundred balloons take to the sky in a mass ascent and view some of the weird, whacky and downright incredible special shape balloons! There’s arena entertainment and stalls in the Trade Village, Bristol’s musical talent appearing live at the Bandstand and a spectacular Firework Finale. You can’t afford not to be at the event of the year! We’ll first meet at the Lockside restaurant and have a bite to eat together to

sustain ourselves, catch up with the news and generally socialise. We will be having a one course meal with choices then we’ll then set off to Ashton Court as a group to join in the Festival. The Mass Ascent is scheduled for 6.00p.m. and the Nightglow and Firework Finale is at 9.30.

Climbing the Longstone Pinnacle Date: Saturday 10th August 2013 Place: Symonds Yat, Forest of Dean at10.00am - 4.30pm Cost: £49 Member, £55 Guest Climbing is one of the fastest growing sports. Its great fun and anybody can do it. It’s a really exciting way to improve physical fitness combining strength, balance, flexibility and mental stimulation. This is an excellent day for beginners and intermediates to learn/fine tune your climbing and abseiling skills, with the final climb of the day up The Longstone Pinnacle. Important: It is not possible to guarantee the Longstone Pinnacle climb on the day, as poor weather or the presence of other climbers can make the climb unsafe. Please be assured, however, that the instructor will do his very best to ensure that you get this experience. For the full write-up please see the website event listing.

Riverboat Party Night - Upton Upon Severn Date: Saturday 10th August 2013 Place: MV Conway Castle, Upton Upon Severn (WR8 0JD) 7.00 for 7.30pm until 11.30pm Cost: £35 Member, £39 Guest We have some great parties on the river, so this year we’ve come up with something even better! Once again we’ve chartered the largest passenger carrying vessel which cruises the tranquil River Severn. Our brilliant Summer package includes a wellstocked bar below, a light supper of a pork bap with salads (vegetarian option available) and disco entertainment. There is ample indoor and outdoor space for up to 160 Spice revellers. Boat returns at around 11.30pm. There should be a great party atmosphere!

Cardiff Bay Yacht Cruise Date: Sunday 11th August 2013 Place: Mermaid Quay, Cardiff (CF10 5BZ) Information will be emailed meet at 10:45am Cost: £15 Member, £17 Guest Includes: 1 Hour Yacht Cruise Join Spice aboard the Takamaka yacht for an hour-long cruise around Cardiff bay. Sing sea shanties or muck in as a deck-hand while the captain navigates the 36-foot yacht through the waves. As the yacht can only take 5 passengers you have the opportunity to get involved with the sailing of the yacht and take the helm under the expert guidance of your skipper should you wish to do so. Alternatively just sit back and enjoy the view. The hour long trip starts at Mermaid Quay and sails across to the Cardiff Barrage, an impressive feat of engineering with its fish gates and 3 locks. We then drop sail and motor gently along the River Ely to the Olympic Canoe& Rafting Centre. At this point we turn and head back to Mermaid Quay via Cardiff Bay Wetlands Reserve. During the trip there are plenty of opportunities to spot local wildlife maybe a heron taking a fish or the resident swans with their cygnets. This is a lovely day, not to be missed.

Hovercraft Racing Date: Place: Cost:

Sunday 11th August 2013 White Waltham, nr Maidenhead (SL6 3SS) 12.00pm for 12.20pm start £39 Member - Racing Only, £42 Guest - Racing Only, £39 Member – Racing + Pub, £42 Guest - Racing + Pub Hovercraft Racing - How many people do you know who've done this? Why not give it a try and send your friends and work colleagues green with envy. You will get 6 laps of racing, split into 2 laps at a time. If you are a Sterling Moss of the Hovercraft race track world, you might complete 2 laps in about 6 minutes. However if 'Driving Miss Daisy' is more of your thing, don't despair - it has been known to take 20 minutes in some cases. Once the racing has finished we can retire to a local pub for that well deserved drink.

Llama and Mule Trekking with Lunch Date: Sunday 11th August 2013 Place: Mallards Pike, Forest of Dean (GL16 7EL) 11.00am Cost: £42 Member, £45 Guest Includes: Picnic Lunch There’s nothing more stress relieving than trekking with animals, and today we’re out with pack animals from various continents! We will definitely have llamas with us, plus a Bulgarian Donkey (called Geoffrey) who we will all get to drive from her trap or one of the lovely mules who have recently retired there from Barr Beacon. On arrival, we’ll be introduced to the animals and our guide will show us how to handle them. The animals carry all our provisions and kit for the day. The llamas will then, in their own lovely way, proceed to teach you anything that Alastair has forgotten! The animals are well trained and don’t spit! Once we are all happy we’ll head into the Forest. Our route takes us past Speech House, various lovely lakes and under railway bridges We’ll stop for our picnic (included with the trek) at one of the beauty spots. This trek is 7 miles of very easy walking

Visit to the Bishops Palace in Wells Date: Place: Cost:

Sunday 11th August 2013 The Bishops Palace, Wells, Somerset (BA5 2PD) Main Entrance - Spice Sign at 11:30am £10 Member Includes: Admission to Medieval Palace and Undercroft, Ruined Great Hall, 14 Acres of Gardens, The Bishops Chapel and Spice Host. Extras: Refreshments Today we’re visiting the beautiful Bishop’s Palace in Well. You’ll be mesmerised from the moment you step across the moat, under the portcullis and glimpse the stunning 13th century palace building across the croquet lawn. We’ll first view the main Palace with its Long gallery, undercroft and chapel, as well as the current exhibition which is ‘Treasures’ showcasing over 50 fascinating objects and artefacts that have been found in churches across the Diocese of Bath & Wells. After that we’ll explore the 14 acres of beautiful gardens. There is a café at the Palace and we will stop for some lunch (optional and payable on the day) or you can bring a packed lunch along and enjoy it in the gardens.

Walk: Keynsham, The Dramway, Willsbridge Date: Sunday 11th August 2013 Place: A4175 to Keynsham, close to Bristol (BS31 2DD) Car Park in slip road by Lock Keeper Pub at 11:15am Cost: £6 Member, £8 Guest Includes: 6 Mile Guided Walk Today we’ll be taking a fascinating walk, mostly on good paths and tracks following sections of the old horse tramway to its termini on the banks of the River Avon. The horse tramway, known locally as the Dramway, appears at regular intervals along this walk. Why not join us on this 6 mile guided walk.

Cocktails in Cardiff Date: Tuesday 13th August 2013 Place: 33 Windsor Place, Cardiff (CF10 3BZ) Ask for the Spice Table at 7:30pm Join Spice tonight as we wander down to 33 Windsor Place, a trendy and modern Brains pub with a mass of sofas and armchairs to relax in. The idea of the evening is to get together as a group for a chat and a laugh, and try out some of the fabulous cocktails on offer, especially as it will be a 2 for 1 evening. It’s a great time to enjoy a classic cosmo or a minty mojito while catching up with the other Spice members in the area. Our Spice host will be there to meet you and help with introductions, so don’t feel shy to come along if you’re new.

Frisbee and Picnic in the Park - Bristol Date: Wednesday 14th August 2013 Place: Durdham Down, Clifton Down (ST561747) 7:30pm. for 7.45pm. start Cost: £8.50 Member Includes: Frisbee game, Picnic, Wine and Soft Drinks, Spice Host We’re celebrating summer and will head for the Downs for a game of Frisbee and a picnic in the park. The evening will start with the rules being explained, we divide into teams and then see who’s best with a frisbee! Once that’s over we will settle down with drink in hand and enjoy our picnic. This is a great social/sporting evening, definitely a good first time event and a good chance to renew a few old friendships. It’s all for fun and the game isn’t taken seriously!

Dance Weekend Extravaganza - 2 nights Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 16th Aug 2013 - Sun 18th Aug 2013 Kings Court Hotel, Alcester, Warwickshire (B49 5QQ) Arrive from 2.00p.m £179 Member Twin £245 Member - single room Includes: Professionally run Dance Workshops on Saturday and Sunday with Sheena Brabazon, Disco Party on Saturday Night, 2 nights Dinner Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Tudor Style Hotel. Extras: lunches are not included and you can purchase what you would like at the bar or the local pub. Spicers love to dance and we have had lots of requests for another Dance Weekend over a Bank Holiday weekend! Here it is – a whole Bank Holiday weekend of Dancing, run by the fabulous Sheena Brabazon. Our current plan is to run 3 dance workshops during the day on Saturday and Sunday with a party night on Saturday night. The package for the weekend includes 2 nights at the Kings Court Hotel, with breakfast and dinner each day. The dance classes are on Saturday and Sunday throughout the day. Saturday evening is party night with a great DJ playing the best tunes for us to bop to. Our hotel for this weekend is the Kings Court Hotel is in the heart of Shakespeare country in the village of Kings Coughton, just 7 miles outside Stratford-upon Avon. th The hotel is a fabulous 16 Century farmhouse with beautiful gardens and offers a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. There is a very pleasant bar and dining rooms and all bedrooms are en-suite, with free Wi-fi, TV, tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryer. We meet on Friday night in the Bar from 7pm onwards, with our evening meal being served from 8pm. You’ll meet Sheena Brabazon who is running the weekend and you have a chance to meet the rest of the Spice gang for the weekend. We are running this dance weekend alongside a walking and social weekend with you all staying at the same hotel to dine and party together over the weekend.

Fit Camp Getaway Date: Fri 16th Aug 2013 - Sun 18th Aug 2013 Place: Mid Wales (SY21 0PB) Arrive from 6pm - Buffet at 8.30pm Cost: £199 Member, £219 Guest (Deposit £40) Fancy getting away from it all, getting in shape and starting out towards a “new you”? Well here's your chance. We've laid on a weekend in the wonderful surrounding of a 16th century farm house in the heart of the Welsh countryside with breathtaking views over the Cumbrian Mountains. This popular retreat is run by Sonya and Barry who will provide us with a warm welcome. Upon arrival you will be looked after by your own fitness team compromising of our very own Sports and Fitness Coordinator Mark Phillips and his assistant who will take you through a whole fitness experience over the weekend. You will be introduced to a world of fitness commencing with an exercise schedule programme of different classes ranging from Zumba, Circuits, Body Conditioning and Aerobics to Personal Training sessions, RThere really is something for everybody - even a guided walk along the mountains provided by our host Barry. The various activities will take place at a local sports hall and in the surrounding countryside. On the evenings we will rest up and great food together and enjoy some sociable entertainment as well. All accommodation and meals will be included along with your classes and venue hire. This is not a Bootcamp but more a weekend full of fitness classes, diet and advice and healthy eating. A reasonable level of fitness is required but it is open to everybody and you will always have the option to choose or rest out if necessary. Don’t miss this opportunity to kick start your healthy lifestyle and enjoy a fun, sociable weekend at the same time!

Malvern Hills Luxury Easy Walking Weekend Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 16th Aug 2013 - Sun 18th Aug 2013 Great Malvern, Worcestershire (WR14 3ET) The Abbey Hotel - Arrive from 2.00p.m. £189 Member Twin Share, £209 Guest Twin Share, £229 Member Single (Deposit £40) Includes 2 nights bed, breakfast and evening meal, 2 picnic lunches, 2 days guided walking with an option on each day. The nearest station is Great Malvern just a ten minute walk from the hotel. The area: The Malvern Hills dramatically rise out of the landscape dividing the counties of Herefordshire and Worcestershire with the rolling hills and fields of Herefordshire to the West and the flatter plains of the Severn Valley to the East. The highest point is the Worcestershire Beacon (425m). The Malvern Hills have many springs and fountains flowing from outlets all around them, and we visit St Ann's Well on one of our walks. The Malverns offer excellent opportunities for walking over undulating countryside with pretty hamlets and villages. Malvern is easily accessible from the M5, M6, M42 and M40. The hotel has a large car park and the station is just a ten-minute walk away. Accommodation: We will be staying in the Abbey Hotel, a three star Sarova hotel right in the centre of Great Malvern (www.sarova.co.uk) offering great accommodation and superb food and all rooms are en suite. Walks: There will be a choice of walks on Saturday and Sunday. The shorter walks will be around 6-7 miles and the longer walks around 9-12 miles. The area is superb and the Malvern Hills offer some truly rewarding walking with great views over the Worcestershire countryside and beyond. We walk straight from the hotel on Saturday and on Sunday we take a fifteen-minute drive to the start of the walk. The area is hilly but we will take them at a relaxed pace to take in the fantastic views and the weekend is designed to be flexible and fun. Rest assured Steve & Jackie, from Tracks n Trips will tailor the programme to suit the conditions and the group.

Malvern Hills Luxury Photography Weekend Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 16th Aug 2013 - Sun 18th Aug 2013 The Abbey Hotel, Great Malvern, Worcestershire (WR14 3ET) from 2.00p.m £189 Member Twin Share, £219 Member Single

The Malverns offer excellent opportunities for photography with its hills, undulating countryside and pretty hamlets and villages. Malvern is easily accessible from the M5, M6, M42 and M40 and the railway station is less than a mile from the hotel. Photography: The trip is open to all photographers, however it is particularly designed for those just starting out with their digital or film SLR camera or those wanting to improve their skills with their SLR or compact camera. We will make the most of the numerous photographic opportunities that the Malvern Hills have to offer. You will spend the majority of each day taking pictures and Steve will be on hand to offer tuition in the form of in-the-field talks, demonstrations, one-to-ones, review sessions and discussions. You can learn about: Camera functions and handling; Composition; Planning a shot/location and Exposures What is included?: Dinner on Friday evening, bed and breakfast; Guided photography on Saturday with packed lunch; Dinner on Saturday evening, bed and breakfast; Guided photography on Sunday with packed lunch; Full itinerary for this weekend is on our website.

Pub Social - Slug and Lettuce Bristol Date: Friday 16th August 2013 Place: 26-28 St Nicholas Street, Bristol (BS1 1UB) Slug and Lettuce - Spice Table at 7:30pm Cost: £14 Member, £16 Guest Includes: Welcome Drink, Buffet and Spice Host It’s time to get together for a relaxing social evening. You can meet up with the people you’ve met on events during the year and also some new people, have a chat over a drink & discuss which other events to go to. Our Spice Host will be there to welcome you and help with the introductions. If you are new to Spice this is a great way to find out more about the group and meet some of the local members. This evening we meet at The Slug and Lettuce in Bristol which not only offers great dining but also has a fantastic reputation for exciting cocktails if that takes your fancy. We’ll be enjoying a welcome drink and a buffet which includes a selection of tasty wraps, BLT Ciabattas, potato wedges with dips, onion rings, nachos, salad and fries.

Grand Medieval Battle at Cardiff Castle Date: Saturday 17th August 2013 Place: Cardiff Castle, Castle Street, Cardiff (CF10 3RB) Main Entrance - Spice Sign 10:15am Cost: £19.99 Member Includes: Entrance to castle and Grand Medieval Mêlée, Booking Fee & Spice Host Join us at Cardiff Castle today for their Grand Medieval Mêlée. This was an age of chivalry, tournaments, mock battles and mêlées, when a knight's reputation and fortune was made or lost on the battlefield. Squires, stewards and maidens in fabulous costumes gather at ‘the Castle Tourney' to witness the knights take each other on in some spectacular fighting displays - all on foot. Fearsome skills, strength and prowess are required in fistfuls, together with some dastardly deeds and underhand tactics, until there's just one knight left standing. Within the colourful tented village that fills the Castle grounds everyday life goes on medieval style - with demonstrations of cooking, weaving and preparations for battle. An enthralling demonstration of the art of falconry, mesmeric storytelling and have- a-go archery, will keep everyone entertained throughout the day.

Medieval Jousting - Warwickshire Date: Saturday 17th August 2013 Place: Warwick International, Guys Cliff (CV34 5YD) start at 9.15an - 5.00pm Cost: £175 Member, £185 Guest This is a unique opportunity to learn the ultimate medieval art, with The Knights of Middle England. Our day is run by Karl Ude-Martinez who has over 12 years of experience in performing live jousting shows all over Europe. Some of you may have met him at our Polo days, and may also know that he is an upcoming actor with numerous TV, Film and Theatre appearances. For obvious safety reasons, we will not be allowed to actually hit each other with our jousts as death often results from that – and such bravery is not deemed culturally appropriate to the modern age! However, they use a quitaine (or dummy) to take the impact. On arrival you will be given a safety briefing and then you’re riding will be assessed. You will learn basic jousting skills such as hitting the quintaine and learn basic sword and staff fighting. Being a knight also involves being dressed in medieval costume. No real riding experience is needed in order to participate in the jousting, but would be an advantage for certain activities. For safety reasons if the instructor on the day feels your riding is not strong enough for certain tasks, you will make it up in other activities.

Riproar Comedy Club With Food Date: Saturday 17th August 2013 Place: Bush House, 64 Prince Street, Bristol (BS1 4QD) Fifth Floor - 7.15pm at the entrance Cost: £17.95 Member Includes: Entry To Comedy Show, Main Course Meal Extras: Drinks Join Spice for a Saturday night of laughter and fun as we enjoy some of the best comedians on the circuit at Riproar Comedy Club. There’ll be three great acts providing the entertainment and lots of laughs all round. Please note: It’s not for the easily offended as these funny men and women enjoy poking some fun at anyone and everyone and have even been known to use the odd swearword in their routines. We have a special SPICE exclusive price which includes a main course meal before the show. Dishes on offer include Lasagne, Burgers, and chicken Tikka with Plain Rice amongst others.

Spice Dines Hall and Woodehouse - Bath Date: Saturday 17th August 2013 Place: 1 Old King Street, Bath (BA1 2JW) Hall & Woodehouse - Spice Table at 7pm Cost: £16 Member, £18 Guest Includes: 1 Course Meal, Service, Spice Host Extras: Drinks Join Spice tonight at the spectacular pub restaurant Hall & Woodhouse Restaurant in Bath. Located in the heart of Bath a 1 Old King Street – a former auction house – the venue is simply stunning and was judged by the Sunday mail to be one of the 6 mustsee venues when visiting Bath. A spiralling staircase leads upward from the ground floor Bar, to the first floor Dining Room and onto the Roof Terrace bar (unique in Bath). The different areas, ranged over four floors, evoke a country home and provide links back to the brewery in Blandford Forum, from the copper bar, potting shed, pantry and common room on the ground floor to the dining room and then roof terrace bar above. Tonight we’ll be enjoying a 1 course meal with a selection of dishes on offer, such as hand battered fish and chips, Beef lasagne, Gammon steak and mini classic pies amongst others. It’s a great evening to socialise with other Spice members in a relaxed and beautiful environment.

Spies + Deception - Bletchley Park Visit Date: Place:

Sunday 17 August 2013 Bletchley Park, Nr Milton Keynes (MK3 6EB) Use Sherwood Drive entrance from 10:15am to 4:30pm Cost: £32 Member, £35 Guest Includes: Guided tour, admission to Colossus and Tunny galleries and museum, morning refreshments and sandwich lunch Seeing one of the Enigma Machines, including the rare 'Abwehr G312', is undoubtedly a highlight of a busy day out at Bletchley Park, but there is much more than machines in a visit to the historic site. Check out the tales of spies and strategic deception. You may even be the one to discover the map to genius mathematician Alan Turing's silver, supposedly buried in or near Bletchley Park. There are more than enough different activities and exhibitions to occupy us for a whole day, from wartime toys to working computers. There's a wartime mini cinema and an outstanding Churchill collection. Have a look inside the ornate Victorian Mansion that was headquarters to intelligence staff during the War. Our day includes a one hour guided tour covering the main points of interest around the site, also a dedicated refreshment area and admission (non guided) into the Colossus and Tunny galleries and museum (National Computing Museum) to see the world's first semi-programmable electronic computer. After welcome tea, coffee and biscuits, the guide will take us on our one hour tour where we will be given a detailed history of the site and its code breaking activities. We will discover what went on at each of the key locations, including the famous code breaking huts, and there will also be a chance to see the Polish Memorial in the stable yard. We will then break for lunch for ¾ 1 hour. After lunch we will go to the National Computing Museum (non guided) into the Colossus and Tunny gallery and Museum to see the world’s first semi-programmable electronic computer. Afterwards you can visit at your leisure other areas of Bletchley such visit Block B museum which tells the complete Bletchley Park story.

Archery - Cardiff Date: Place: Cost:

Sunday 18th August 2013 Taff Valley, Cwrt y Celyn Farm, Pontypri (CF37 5BJ) Taff Valley Activity Centre at 11:30am £16 Member, £18 Guest Includes: Approximately one hour archery session, instruction and equipment provided. Bring cash for a visit to the pub afterwards Bullseye! Improve your aim, hand-eye coordination and agility while hopefully not hitting one of the sheep in the process!!! Today, with a Grand National Archery Society Coach, we’ll learn the real skills and proper techniques of an ancient sport; Archery. The archery session will start with a training round, on easier training bows, following onto a scoring round with higher poundage field target bows. Various arrows will be used suiting your ability. If it’s great weather, we’ll be outdoors, with fabulous views of the valleys below, but if it’s raining we'll head into the barn. After our exercise we will head to the nearby Rose & Crown pub (optional) at mid-day for a bite to eat (payable extra on the day). No previous experience is required.

Avon Gorge River Cruise - Bristol Date: Sunday 18th August 2013 Place: Wapping Wharf, Gas Ferry Rd, Bristol (BS1 6UN) Wapping Wharf - Spice Sign 2:15pm to 6pm Cost: £21.50 Member, £23.50 Guest Includes: River Cruise to Avon Gorge, Snacks, Spice Host Extras: Drinks Join Spice and other Spice members as we spend a lazy Sunday afternoon taking a scenic cruise through the Floating Harbour, out on to the tidal Avon and through the spectacular gorge. We’ll then sail under Brunel's Clifton Suspension Bridge and down the river to the Bristol Channel. There’s a full bar serving hot and cold drinks, and we’ll have some snacks along the way. This is a great way to spend the afternoon with friends in an idyllic location.

Berkeley Castle Heirs Tour and Tea Date: Sunday 18th August 2013 Place: Berkeley Castle, Gloucestershire (GL13 9BQ) 11.15am for 11.40am Tour Cost: £29 Member, £33 Guest Berkeley Castle, an ancient fortress home where the Berkeley’s have lived since their ancestor, Robert Fitzharding, completed the Keep in 1153. Berkeley Castle is one of the most remarkable buildings in Britain and possibly the most outstanding example of medieval domestic architecture in the country. We have arranged a special tour of the Castle by Charles Berkeley (heir to Berkeley Castle). On arrival we will meet up with Charles who will take us on a private tour and give you a full history of the Castle and some of his many family stories! After the tour there will be afternoon tea, a pot of tea, scones, jam & clotted cream with time to look around the gardens and butterfly house before closing.

Learn to Drift in an Out of Control Vehicle Date: Sunday 18th August 2013 Place: Birmingham Wheels Park, Saltley (B8 1AD) 12.00 noon for 12.30 to 4.30 time slot Cost: £89 Member, £99 Guest Includes Car, tuition and spare tyres! Note special Spice price – Usual public price£199!! Popularised by films such as Fast and Furious: Toyko Drift and considered a modern day sport, Drifting can actually be traced back to the 1930s as a technique used in motorsport, developed to help the drivers navigate corners faster! Drifting has evolved over the years into its own competitive sport, initially developed in Japan before taking the rest of the world by storm. For the driver, Drifting provides thrills and an adrenalin rush, as well as enjoyment of a grass roots sport. You will be driving a modified Nissan 200SX. Our session today is 4 hours of fun for the absolute beginner. Further info on our website

Pizza Social at Zerodegrees - Bristol Date: Tuesday 20th August 2013 Place: Zerodegrees, 53 Colston Street, Bristol (BS1 5BA) Spice Table, meet at 7:30pm Cost: £16.50 Member, £18.50 Guest Includes: Pizza, Service, Spice Host It’s time to relax and enjoy a pizza social with Spice. Tonight we’re going to Zero degrees Microbrewery known for its great ale and good food. The sparkling nature of the brewery and its industrial interior make an instant impact, and it’s the ideal place to get together and socialise. It’s a chance to not only munch a delicious pizza (with a variety of toppings to choose from), but also a chance to catch up with old Spice members and meet some new ones!

Pub Quiz Night at The Wharf - Cardiff Date: Tuesday 20th August 2013 Place: The Wharf, Schooner Way, Cardiff (CF10 4EU) Ask for the Spice Table from 8pm to 11pm Cost: £2 Member Includes: Pub Quiz and Spice Host Extras: Food and drinks Every Tuesday The Wharf has a quiz hosted by their regular quizmaster, Conor. It includes everyone's favourite categories along with picture rounds, music rounds, and great prizes and is guaranteed fun for all! Join us tonight as we enter the competition as a Spice Team and show them what we’ve got!

Solve the Mystery Walk - Bristol West End Date: Wednesday 21st August 2013 Place: 37 College Green, Bristol (BS1 5SP) The Green House - Spice Area at 7pm Cost: £6 Member, £8 Guest Includes: Mystery Walk Trail, Spice Host Today we challenge your minds and ability to solve the clues on our ‘Solve the Mystery Trail’. The Head of the Cathedral floristry team did not report for duty yesterday and upon investigation, it seems there have been many people who were jealous of Marie's position. Would anyone be jealous enough, however, to 'arrange' her demise? Who would want to see her pushing up daisies? Can you help solve the mystery? We’ll be splitting up into teams with each team receiving an easy to follow route and a series of clues to solve. A prize will be awarded to the best team at the end. Further details are on our website.

Bank Holiday Walking, Chill Out + Activity Weekend Date: Fri 23rd Aug 2013 - Mon 26th Aug 2013 Place: Ty Sinamon, Bala, Gwynedd, North Wales (LL23 7YA) Arrive from 4.00pm Cost: £189 Member, £209 Guest Includes: 3 Nights’ accommodation in impressive large house (booked just for Spice), 2 breakfasts (with hot items), 1 Continental breakfast on Monday, option for long or short guided walks on Saturday, picnic lunch & evening supper on Saturday, (BBQ weather permitting) and Sunday evening meal and your Spice hosts throughout the weekend. Extras: Option to book an activity on Sunday of White Water Rafting (£55 Member) Or Quad Trekking (£42.50 Member) Or Pony Trekking £42 Member) Please see our web site for more information. For this August Bank Holiday weekend we’re off to The Big House in Bala which is situated in the Snowdonia National Park, Wales, in an area known as the Welsh Lake District. The area has dramatic scenery with mountains almost touching 3,000 feet, deep valleys, fast flowing streams, rivers, waterfalls, forests and many lakes and tarns. This is a beautiful part of Wales and if you have never visited this area you are in for a treat. This weekend is aimed at relaxing, chilling out with some walking, exploring, optional activities, BBQ’s and socialising thrown in for a great weekend. We’ve have the option to book some lovely activities with a choice between white water rafting, quad trekking and pony trekking. (The activities are entirely optional but you need to book so that we can organise them for you and they are advertised on our website as a weekend extra) Chilling out or doing your own thing instead of an activity is also an option! Extras: White water rafting takes place on the River Tryweryn; a truly wild mountain river in the heart of Snowdonia. As it is a dam-released river, water often thunders down its rapids, producing year round white water in a breath-taking natural environment. It’s 2 to 3 hours of adrenalin filled adventure. Quad trekking is a thrilling off road riding experience with spectacular views of the surrounding area. The quad bike treks are an exciting way to appreciate the dramatic landscape of the Ceiriog Valley which was described by Lloyd George as ‘A little bit of heaven on Earth’. It’s guaranteed to be an exhilarating 1 hour ride. Pony trekking, the riding stables are situated just 7 miles from Oswestry and Llangollen, on the Wales / England border, overlooking the Ceiriog Valley. With excellent access to off road riding on tracks, fields and bridleways, this is the perfect place for the 1 to 2 hours of pony trekking. What better way to appreciate the spectacular scenery and the surrounding area. We are based at Ty- Sinamon, which is an impressive Victoria House overlooking Bala and only a 5 minute walk into town. The house has recently undergone a refurbishment throughout giving the interior a clean fresh feel contrasting with the traditional features. The house is very spacious with large rooms, high ceilings, Giant Games to play, free Wifi, Sky TV and a BBQ in the garden area. There are 7 large bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, a lounge with large sofas (incl. 42in TV + DVD player), dining with seating for 18 (incl. IPOD player), Cloakroom, Dryroom with downstairs shower room and toilet The rooms are mainly twins, a few doubles and a couple of triple rooms. Linen and towels are included. The bedrooms will be allocated on a pot luck basis depending on sex mix and sharing requests. Dianne & Ian, Spice Co-Ordinators run this weekend, do the catering, guide the walks and generally check that you are having a good time! They will be there to meet you when you arrive on Friday, show you round and brief you on what is organised for the weekend.

Sailing Cross Channel - Guernsey Date: Fri 23rd Aug 2013 - Mon 26th Aug 2013 Place: Victoria Marina, St Peters Port Guernsey. Friday Evening 8.00p.m. Cost: £318 Member, £328 Guest (Deposit £65) On this weekend we experience sailing the Channel whilst also spending quality time in the Channel Islands. This cruise is designed to maximise time in the Channel Islands; you travel out to Guernsey by ferry or plane and sail the Channel on the way back. Join us in St Peter Port on the Friday evening and we get together over a meal in one of the many seafront restaurants. On Saturday and Sunday we explore the islands. Each island has its own atmosphere and identity. This is a marvellous sailing ground, the tides are immense – enabling yachts to travel the distances between the islands more easily. We often walk around the smaller islands as part of the trip. Your skipper is an experienced Yachtmaster who is used to ensuring that you get the experience you are looking for. You are responsible for making your own flight/ferry bookings. This event is guaranteed to run, so book your travel arrangements early and get the best prices.

Edinburgh Festival Weekend II-Bank Holiday Date: Place: Meet: Cost:

Fri 23rd Aug 2013 - Mon 26th Aug 2013 Pollock Halls, Holyrood Park Rd, Edinbur (EH16 5BQ) Arrive from 2.00pm £229 Member, £309 Member Single, £249 Guest, £329 Guest Single (Deposit £50)

Includes: 3 Nights’ Accommodation in Single/Twin/Double en-suite rooms, (well furnished with spectacular views of Arthur’s Seat) in the excellent Chancellors Court or John Burnett House. 3 Full Scottish Buffet Breakfasts. Saturday 1.5 Hour Guided Tour of the Royal Mil. Spectacular Arthur’s Seat Walk Spice Host Throughout Friday Night Welcome followed by traditional Scottish Ceilidh with caller. Option to purchase a Saturday night Ticket for the astonishing Edinburgh International Military Tattoo with spectacular end of show fireworks – the hottest ticket in town! An opportunity to book superb extras such as Merv Stutter’s Pick of the Fringe, Saturday Dinner at Merchants, Fosters Comedy Awards, Picnic in the Gardens the Festival Farewell Lunch plus lots more…. It’s that time of year when the world’s biggest and best comedy, music and arts festival takes place in Edinburgh making the city the most vibrant venue on the planet. This is one of the world’s great spectacles and should be on every ones ‘to do before I die list’. It’s so good you’ll want to come back again and again. The Edinburgh Fringe promises to be bigger and better than ever with star names appearing for your enjoyment along with some new undiscovered talent. Walk the Royal Mile absorbing the atmosphere with music and song all around you, it’s a real carnival. Visit one of the many whiskey outlets for a taster session from the experts or sit back and relax at one of the many, many Fringe venues scattered throughout the city. In the past 11 years over 1500 Spice members have attended these fantastic weekends, they are, without doubt, one of the highlights of the Spice Year.

Snowdonia Bank Holiday Walking Weekend Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 23rd Aug 2013 - Mon 26th Aug 2013 Legacy Royal Victoria Hotel, Llanberis (LL55 4TY) Arrive from 4.00p.m. Meal at 8.00p.m. £245 Member Twin Share, £265 Guest Twin Share, £305 Member Single (Deposit £50) Includes: 3 nights’ accommodation, 3 evening meals, 3 breakfasts, 3 picnic lunches, 3 guided walks. WalkWise Overview: Superb, safe and sociable walking that typifies the stunning Snowdonia National Park from Llanberis. Snowdonia is all about impressive open views, craggy ridges and small upland LLyns (lakes) with excellent footpaths enabling us to take on superb mountain walking in the great outdoors. This year we are going to walk through three distinct and impressive ranges of the Snowdonia mountains which have shaped this area. The mountain ranges of the rolling Carneddau, the uplifting jagged Glyders and the mighty Snowdon massive. These ranges sit astride the two magnificent valleys of Nant Francon, one of the finest examples of a U shaped valley anywhere, and also Nant Peris an impressive but steep, tight valley which wends its way to Pen Y Pass. As always our comfort and cuisine will be taken care of by the Legacy Royal Victoria Hotel which just keeps getting better and better so this weekend is sure to provide a lot of pleasure! Accommodation: We stay in the Legacy Royal Victoria hotel, a three star quality hotel on the outskirts of the village. The centre is a delightful large Victorian building with a commanding position overlooking Lyn Padarn.

The Roman Baths by Torchlight + Supper Date: Place:

Friday 23rd August 2013 11-12 Westgate Buildings, Bath (BA1 1EB) The Cork - Ask for the Spice Table meet at 7pm Cost: £29.50 Member, £31.50 Guest, £18.50 Member + Discovery Card, £20.50 Guest + Discovery Card Includes: 3 Tapas Dishes, Service, Entrance to Roman Baths by Night and audio guide, Spice Host Join Spice tonight for an unforgettable and unique experience! As darkness falls, the ruins of the vast Roman Baths are a truly awesome sight. By the light of the flickering torches, we will walk on 2000 year old pavements with its truly magical atmosphere. The steaming waters and Roman artefacts provide an ambience that is unforgettable, all enhanced with an audio guide to make the experience really come to life. We will first be going to The Cork Bar for some Tapas, with a choice of 3 dishes such as stuffed vine leaves, chicken in garlic, lime & chilli, King prawns and pork and coriander meat balls amongst others. We then proceed to the Roman Baths to this historical site.

Tiger Tiger Nightclub Social - Cardiff Date: Friday 23rd August 2013 Place: The Friary, Grayfriars Road, Cardiff (CF10 3QB) Tiger Tiger - The Jewel Bar - Spice Area at 7:30pm Cost: £16 Member, £18 Guest Incl Nightclub entrance, Welcome drink, Sharing Platters, Service, Spice Host Extras Drinks We’re heading down to The Friary in Grayfriars Road for a night out at the trendy Tiger Tiger bar and nightclub. We have reserved a booth in the Jewel Bar so we can socialise and mingle then hit the nightclub. Look out for the Spice signs. There will be a welcome drink on arrival and we will then be sharing some platters of food. Just to make the night even better, there’s Happy Hour until 9.00pm. We can then Dance the night away – you can stay as late as you like – it doesn’t close until 3am! Tiger Tiger has several different dance floors and areas playing a variety of different music such as 70’s and 80’s sounds, R&B, Funk, House and chart music, so a great way to Boogie the night away to whatever your taste in music might be!

Walking Weekend - South Devon Coast Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 23rd Aug 2013 - Mon 26th Aug 2013 Passage House Hotel, Newton Abbot (TQ12 3QH) Arrive from 4.00p.m. Meal at 8:00p.m. £245 Member Twin Share, £305 Member Single (Deposit £50) Included: 3 breakfasts, 3 picnic lunches, 3 evening meals and 3 days of guided walking with a choice of 2 walks each day

Walkwise Overview: The stunningly rugged and beautiful South Devon coastline is some of England’s’ finest and this alone is more than enough reason to visit. Hidden along the coast are secluded sandy bays, rocky headlands, quaint fishing hamlets, towering cliffs all lapped by the inviting Mediterranean blue waters. Along the way we will visit some picturesque villages and enjoy the hospitality of the inviting cafes or welcoming country inns. We can add diversity to the walking programme by heading inland to explore the dramatic rocky tors and blooming heather moors of Dartmoor. The lovely Passage House hotel with its stunning riverside setting is our residence for the trip, and it has everything that you could possibly want to help you relax into the Devon scene; excellent service, perfect setting, scrumptious food, relaxing leisure facilities and a traditional country inn with real ale right next door, also with a perfect riverside location… What more could you possibly want for a superb bank holiday weekend away… WalkWise UK will provide a minimum of two walks on each day, led by professional and knowledgeable walking guides. Accommodation: Passage house hotel blends modern facilities with old world charm to offer everything you would expect from a modern hotel in a simply stunning setting. The hotel also offers a very attractive and relaxing leisure suite with a steam room, sauna, well-appointed gym, pool and treatment rooms. But remember to book if you want treatments as they are very popular! All Bedrooms are fully modernised with en-suite facilities.

Walking Weekend - Cotswolds 3 nights Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 23rd Aug 2013 - Mon 26th Aug 2013 Tewkesbury Park Hotel, Gloucester (GL20 7DN) Arrive from 4.00p.m. Meal at 8.00p.m. £245 Member Twin Share, £305 Member Single (Deposit £50) Included: 3 nights’ accommodation, 3 evening meals, 3 breakfasts, 3 picnic lunches, 3 guided walks. WalkWise Overview: We are delighted to offer this 4 star venue for a walking weekend amidst the beautiful Cotswolds. The Brook Tewkesbury Park Hotel is set in the stunning Gloucestershire countryside high above the historic town of Tewkesbury and offers varied walking incorporating such diverse habitats as downland, pretty field systems, ridges and escarpments, wooded valleys and secluded hamlets. The walking this year will concentrate on the magnificent area around the North Cotswolds Hills such as idyllic Broadway, some new versions of the terrific Malvern Hills and also a local day around historic Tewkesbury. Accommodation: The Brook Tewkesbury Park Hotel is set in the stunning Gloucestershire countryside high above the historic town of Tewkesbury. The Hotel is situated on the site of the 1471 Battle of Tewkesbury with panoramic views of the Abbey, Malvern Hills and Cotswold Hills. The bedrooms are en-suite and contemporary with sleek and stylish furnishings and many feature scenic views of the hotel grounds and the stunning Gloucestershire countryside. Enjoy a superb location, great hospitality, good food and 4 star Hotel accommodation.

Welsh Camping Long Weekend Mid Wales Date: Fri 23rd Aug 2013 - Mon 26th Aug 2013 Place: Lleust Fach, Nr Foel, Mid-Wales (SY21 0PB) Arrive from 5.00p.m. Cost: £68 Member Camping, £76 Guest Camping, £84 Male Bunks, £84 Female Bunks Escape from the city this Bank Holiday for an outdoor camping experience with a difference. These weekends are always great fun; with many activities available in the area, and the price includes a BBQ on Saturday night with a barrel of real ale, cider, music and a party in the purpose built studio. If you can play an instrument why not bring it along and we could have some live music too! Our venue is a working smallholding which is very secluded, situated high up on the side of the beautiful Banwy Valley, with breathtaking views, an ideal spot to relax and unwind in. There's plenty for you to do in the surrounding area or you can simply just chill out and enjoy the scenery. The ‘campsite’, studio and sunlounge, are all open for your use throughout the weekend, with toilets and hot showers adjacent to the building.

Abseiling for Beginners at Symonds Yat Date: Saturday 24th August 2013 Place: Symonds Yat area of Forest Dean 12.00noon - 3.00pm Cost: £39 Member, £45 Guest The team from Forest Adventure have designed a rock session in this area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Abseils vary from a sheltered 40 ft to an exposed 110 ft depending on how you wish to progress. No one is made to do anything, progress at your own pace in an encouraging environment or enjoy the view and support your fellow Spicers. The instructors are confident that anyone can conquer these cliffs with a little encouragement. “Our most senior lady this year from the local WI was 87 – so I’m sure no one from Spice should find it difficult!”

Millennium Stadium Tour, Cardiff Date: Saturday 24th August 2013 Place: 8 Westgate St, Between Gate 3 & 4 (CF10 1NS) Cardiff Arms/ WRU Store - Spice Sign at 10:45am Cost: £11.50 Member, £13.50 Guest Includes: Millennium Stadium Guided Tour, Booking Fee, Spice Host Walk in the footsteps of Ryan Giggs. See where Madonna stood. Where Sam Warburton laces his boots and where all the action takes place on event days. Come and join Spice as we explore the magnificent facets and features that make the Millennium Stadium, one of the most impressive icons of modern Wales. In this tour, we will visit the Press Conference Suite where the worlds of rugby and journalism meet as well as experience the build-up before the match in the Dragon's Lair, Wales's team dressing room. Hear the roar of 74,500 fans as we walk down the players' tunnel towards the hallowed turf and learn about the only palletised pitch system and fully retractable roof in the UK, which allows the entire playing surface to be removed to create one of the world's largest indoor arenas. Take in the view of the pitch from a VIP hospitality suite, and finally lift the trophy to the skies like a sporting superstar in the President's Box, an area normally reserved for royalty. Please Note: All tours are subject to short notice cancellation. In such circumstances, we will offer alternates times and dates or a refund.

Sizzling Summer BBQ and Disco in Bristol Date: Saturday 24th August 2013 Place: Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol (BS32 4TS) Aztec Hotel and Spa - Spice Function at 7pm Cost: £28.50 Member, £31.50 Guest Includes: BBQ Buffet, DJ &, Disco, Spice Host Extras: Drinks There’s nothing better than a beautiful, balmy summer evening, the smell of a BBQ, and some fabulous music to dance the night away, and that’s just what we’ve got lined up! Join us tonight at the Aztec Hotel and Spa as we enjoy a summer barbeque with other Spice friends in this beautiful venue. We’ll be dining alfresco on the sheltered terrace overlooking the water feature with its resident ducks, and will enjoy a selection of BBQ fare, such as grilled BBQ chicken, baked sweet potato, peppered steak, haloumi cheese grilled vegetable kebabs and a selection of fresh salads. It’s a wonderful opportunity to properly enjoy the summer, get to know some new and old Spice members, and dance the night away with our own exclusive DJ and his toetapping music.

Cinema Night - Cribbs Causeway Date: Sunday 25th August 2013 Place: Vue Cribbs Causeway, Merlin Road, Bristo (BS10 7SR) inside main foyer at 7:30pm This evening we are getting together at Vue, Cribbs Causeway in Bristol to go to the flicks. It’s always good to see a movie on the big screen in the company of a few friends so tonight is our opportunity to do just that. We have no specific movie in mind so we’ll meet up at 7.30pm in the main foyer and see what’s on. With a huge number of screens to choose from there is likely to be something to suit our taste. We’ll try to all agree on what to see, but if necessary we can always divide into a couple of smaller groups to see different films.

Self-Drive Water Safari from Cardiff Bay Date: Sunday 25th August 2013 Place: Discovery Quay, Porth Teigr, Cardiff Bay (CF10 4GA) Doctor Who's Tardis Landing Stage – Spice at 12:15pm Cost: £21.50 Member, £23.50 Guest. Includes: 1 hour boat trip Today gives you an opportunity to skipper an easy to drive boat on Cardiff Bays’ tranquil waters while we take in the sights of the Bay and River Taff up to the towering Millennium Stadium. In this unique 1 hour water safari of approximately 8 miles, we will follow a guide boat out onto Cardiff Bay and up the River Taff. Along the way, we’ll pass the bays wetland wildlife reserve which plays host to over 100 spaces of bird, wading birds and ducks including Herons, Coots, Grebes, Teal, Snipe, Swans, Mallards, Tufted Duck, Coots and Kingfishers. During the summer months, the Bay also attracts hundreds of Swifts, Swallows and Martins, which feed on the many insects, which emerge from the water. Looking out over the Bay from the Barrage you will see Cormorants diving for fish and Rock Pipits, Wheatears, Wagtails and Turnstones picking their way along the shoreline. You need no experience in driving boats as a full instructional brief is given, as well as a safety and route explanation. During our hour long trip, each person will have the opportunity to skipper for approximately 15 minutes.

Theatre on the Lawn - Pride and Predujice Date: Place: Cost:

Monday 26th August 2013 The Manor House Hotel, Castle Combe (SN14 7HX) Main Entrance - Spice Sign at 4:30pm £24 Member, £26 Guest Includes: Theatre on the Lawn Ticket, Booking Fee, Glass of Wine and Nibbles, Spice Host Join us tonight for a splendid evening of theatre on the lawn and revel in this most renowned of love stories, Pride and Prejudice. We’re off to the Manor House Hotel to sit on the rolling Manor House lawns and take a step back in time with Chapterhouse Theatre Company to meet Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters. Whilst her mother tries determinedly to pair her off with the detestable Mr Collins, Elizabeth meets the rude and abrupt Mr Darcy. But is there more to him than meets the eye? After all, it is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife. As part of the evening we’ll be enjoying a glass of wine and some nibbles. Book your ticket early to ensure your place for one of the most memorable and magical evenings of the summer.

Walking Week South Devon + Cornish Coast Date: Place: Cost:

Mon 26th Aug 2013 - Fri 30th Aug 2013 Duke of Cornwall Hotel, Plymouth (PL1 3LG) Arrive from 4.00p.m. Meal 8.00p.m. £319 Member Twin Share, £399 Member Single (Deposit £65) Included: 4 nights’ accommodation, 4 breakfasts, 4 picnic lunches, 4 evening meals & 4 days of guided walks with a choice of 2walks per day Extras: local transport, buses, or ferries WalkWise Overview: This is a great opportunity to explore another stretch of our amazing south west coastline, either as a 4 day trip or it can be with the South Devon and Dartmoor Walking weekend commencing on the 23rd August to make a week of amazing coastal walking!! The stunningly South Cornish Coast and the beautiful South Devon coastline are some of Englands’ finest, and this alone is more than enough reason to visit! Towering cliffs and rugged headlands are all lapped by inviting Mediterranean blue waters, and in between are secluded sandy bays and quaint fishing hamlets. Deep estuaries dramatically cut their way inland, carving beautiful isolated peninsulas. Local ferries will drop us onto these remote and peaceful headlands thereby allowing us to accessing some thoroughly enjoyable walks. Along the way we will call into picturesque villages and enjoy the hospitality of the inviting cafes or welcoming country inns. The delightful Duke of Cornwall Hotel is a treasure in the heart of Devon's city-by-the sea and provides first class accommodation in a traditional friendly atmosphere. To allow you to choose a walk that suits you best, WalkWise UK will provide a minimum of two walks on each day, led by professional and knowledgeable walking guides. On both days there will be a harder walk of 10-12 miles and a gentler walk of 7-9 miles. Accommodation: The Duke of Cornwall, The rooms are en-suites, each with a unique view, some coastal, some cityscape. The restaurant holds 2 RAC Blue Ribbons and it is an AA Rosette award winning Restaurant, so we’ll be well fed too.

Spice Meet + Eat - Lisvane, Cardiff Date: Thursday 29th August 2013 Place: The Old Cottage, Orchard Rd, Lisvane (CF14 0UE) In the Bar at 7:30pm Join Spice tonight for our monthly Meet & Eat. Every month we head to a new pub for a social night-out. It’s a great opportunity to come along, meet some fellow SPICE members over a drink and perhaps have a bite to eat – it’s entirely up to you. We’ll let the pub know we’re coming and anyone who fancies a meal can choose order and pay on the night. If you’ve already eaten then just come along for the social chat and a drink. Everyone is welcome including established members, newer members and anyone thinking of joining SPICE. Book online (members) or drop us an email (non-members) so we know you’re coming and one of our Spice hosts will be there to meet you. Our venue tonight is The Old Cottage, tucked away next to Cefn Onn Park, right at the Northern edge of Cardiff. The cottage itself is a listed building and it has been transformed into a great pub-restaurant. Here we can enjoy a glass of fine ale and perhaps indulge in a meal with choices ranging from traditional favourites such as fish and chips and steaks to freshly made pizzas and pastas with the chef’s daily specials showcasing the finest market fresh ingredients.

Spice Meet and Eat Social - Bristol Date: Thursday 29th August 2013 Place: Robin Hood’s Retreat, 197 Gloucester Road, Bristol (BS7 8BG) 7:30pm Come on down to Robin Hoods Retreat tonight for a lovely, relaxed social evening. With a welcoming atmosphere, professional service and a great reputation for food and drink, Robin Hood’s Retreat is Gloucester Road´s gastronomic gem. Served alongside the excellent food is a great selection of Real Ales, with eight pumps and a constant turnaround of well-kept guest ales. High quality wines and Continental lagers are also served. Recently listed favourably in the AA ‘Pub Guide‘ and the ‘Good Pub Guide‘, Robin Hood’s Retreat continues to impress and is well worth a visit! Our Spice Host for this evening will be there to welcome you and help with the introductions, so don’t be shy about coming on your own. This is a social where you pay for your own drinks and food on the evening. As we are providing a Spice host and will need to book a space at the pub please book online to let us know if you are coming along. This social is replacing the club night social for the summer months to give you a change of scene and a chance to socialise informally with other Spice members.

Crazy Golf Adventure - Bristol Date: Friday 30th August 2013 Place: Jungle Rumble, Cabot Circus, Bristol (BS1 3BQ) 3BQ 7.30pm by entrance desk Cost: £9.99 Member, £11.99 Guest Includes 18 Holes Crazy Golf, Golf Spice Host Extras: Drinks Join Spice in the Jungle! Come and share in the fun with other Spice members as we have a golfing experience like none other. Our venue is Jungle Rumble Adventure Golf where we’ve booked a group to play one of the two fantastic indoor Crazy Golf Courses. We’ll head onto the course in groups of 3 or 4 and enjoy 18 crazy, mad and fun holes on this superb new facility. After the game, which will last about an hour, we can enjoy a drink in the café or at a nearby bar.

Bristol International Kite Festival + Brunch Date: Saturday 31st August 2013 Place: No1 Brunel Lock Rd, Cumberland Basin (BS1 6XS) Lockside - Spice Table at 10am Cost: £15 Member, £17 Guest Includes: Breakfast, Service, Visit to Balloon Festival, Spice Host The Bristol International Festival of Kites & Air Creations is back for 2013 with its 26th Festival at Ashton Court Estate. ate. Bristol is one of Europe’s largest kite events with giant 3-D 3 creatures, action-packed packed aerial battles, breath-taking synchronised stunt routines, awesome power kites and amazing ground-based ground based air creations. The aerial extravaganza is the UK's leading showcase showcase for designers, operators and manufacturers of inflatables, play structures and air sculptures. We’ll first meet for some lovely breakfast at Lockside Restaurant and will then make our way up to Ashton Court Estate. At the Festival, we’ll sometimes split into smaller groups and will then meet up again at regular intervals. It’s a fabulous and exciting day out, don’t miss it!

Cotswolds Ramble - Bourton on the Water Date: Saturday 31st August 2013 Place: Guiting Power, Cotswolds meet at 10.00am for 10.30am start Cost: £6 Member, £7 Guest Due to the distance and two ascents this 14 mile walk with Alan is aimed at regular Walkers with a good level of fitness. We start in the pretty Cotswold village of Guiting Power. From the village we join the Windrush Way which runs alongside the River Windrush.. On route we will pass by the sites of the medieval villages of Aylworth and Lower Barford, eventually reaching Bourton-on-the the Water where we can stop for lunch. lunch. After lunch we join the Wardens way passing through the pretty Cotswold villages of Upper and Lower Slaughter. We will then continue across country back to the village of Guiting Power.

Discovery Pub Tour in Caerleon Date: Saturday 31st August 2013 Place: The Hanbury, Uskside, Caerleon, Newport (NP18 1AA) Ask for the Spice Table meet at 7pm Cost: £4 Member, £6 Guest Includes: Discovery Pub Tour, Spice Host Extras: Food and Drinks Only 27 Minutes from Cardiff and 35 5 minutes from Bristol is the thriving, historic town of Caerleon. This Saturday, Spice is on a discovery pub tour of this historic town. Caerleon was the site of one of Britain's three permanent Roman Legionary Fortresses, Fortresse and many believe it to be the location cation of King Arthur's Camelot. In 830 AD Nennius listed Cair Lion as one of Britain's 33 cities. Nowadays it's a thriving town where past and present combine to delight. delight We’re going to start at 7pm enjoying an optional meal at the Hanbury. This fantasticc traditional pub is located in the oldest building in Caerleon. It overlooks the river and is steeped in history with a tower on the side of the building that dates back to 1066. (Alfred Lord Tennyson wrote a poem there in 1856). They also hold Cask Marquee accreditation meaning that their traditional pub food is well complemented by their real ales! We will then have a gentle wander into the night to sample some of the many fine pubs Caerleon has to offer.

Gorge Walking Adventure - Abergavenny Date: Saturday 31st August 2013 Place: Abergavenny, Monmouthshire 10pm to approx. 4.00pm Cost: £52 Member, £59 Guest This is a really fun experience that provides the opportunity for scrambling, climbing and abseiling in order to travel up a beautiful gorge. It sounds a challenge – and it is – but anyone of reasonable fitness who is prepared for anything (including getting wet) should be able to enjoy this wonderful day with our instructor instructor from Forest Adventure. We will be kitted out with waterproof overalls, buoyancy aids & helmets before entering the gorge with a thrilling viaduct abseil. We then walk to the base b of the gorge and then navigate a section by following the stream up hill. Along the way we will master such obstacles as a waterfall, beautiful pools and even a natural tunnel. Where necessary we will will be roped together for safety. All in all, it is a wonderful opportunity to get really intimate with the environment is a stunning location. Don’t miss it!

Cinema Night - Cardiff See The Latest Big Movies Date: Place:

Sunday 1st September 2013 Cine World, Mary Ann Street, Cardiff (CF10 2EN) 7.30pm main foyer. Pay on the night

This evening we are getting together at Cineworld in Cardiff to go to the flicks. It’s always good to see a movie on the big screen in the company of a few friends so tonight is our opportunity to do just that. We have no specific movie in mind so we’ll meet up at 7.30pm in the main foyer and see what’s on. With a huge number of screens to choose from there is likely to be something to suit our taste.

Orchard Tour and Organic Wine Tasting Date: Place: Cost:

Sunday 1st September 2013 Quoins Organic Vineyard, Little Ashley, Bradford-on-Avon, nr Bath (BA15 1NF) Time: 2:45pm £11 Member Includes: Welcome Drink, Hour and a Half guided Tour of Vineyard and Orchards, Tasting Fruits in Season and Tasting at least 4 different Wines. Get together with Spice and other Spice members today and learn the secrets of organic grape production! We’re off to the Quoins Organic Vineyard where we will start with a welcoming glass of wine (or apple juice), and then join an informal and lively guided walk round the vineyard and orchards. There are over 100 varieties of trees and shrubs, grown for their fruit, nuts, firewood, and wildlife value and we have a chance to taste the fruits in season, many of which are quite unusual. The tour ends with a tasting of at least four different wines, as well as the opportunity to buy wine and fruit at farm prices.

Cafe Jazz on Tuesday - Cardiff Date: Tuesday 3rd September 2013 Place: Cafe Jazz, 21 St Mary Street, Cardiff (CF10 1PL) Ask for the Spice Table Time: 7:30pm Cost: £18 Member Includes: Jazz, 2 Course Meal, Service, Host CaféJAZZ is Cardiff's leading jazz and blues venue, founded on a love of hosting the best jazz sounds, new and old, local and international. Join Spice and ‘get into the groove’ as we enjoy a good music, tasty food and excellent Spice company. The jazz starts at 8.30 p.m. and features a band from The Preservation Jazz Society presenting mainly Traditional and New Orleans jazz. We will be eating a two course meal from a set menu with choices whilst enjoying live performances from some of the world's finest jazz musicians.

Toto's Wine Bar Social - Bristol Date: Friday 6th September 2013 Place: Toto Wine Bar, 125 Redcliffe Street, Bristol (BS1 6HU) Ask for the Spice Table Time: 7:30pm Cost: £14 Member Includes: Sharing Platters, Service, Spice Host Tonight we’re heading to Toto’s Wine Bar situated on the river side near Redcliff Street over-looking Welsh Back for a social get together. These social evenings are very popular and a good way to meet and socialise with other Spice members. It’s also a great event for new members as our Spice host will be there to introduce you to other members. There will be some sharing platters served during the evening such as chicken goujons, seasoned wedges, mini spring rolls, battered prawns, pitta bread strips and nachos. the food is only a light supper as we need to have some food to secure our table

Adventure Golf at the Celtic Manor Date: Saturday 7th September 2013 Place: Celtic Manor Resort, Coldra Woods, Usk Valley, Newport (NP18 1HQ - Adventure Golf Area Time: 10:45am Cost: £11 Member Includes: 18 Holes of Adventure Golf, Spice Host Join Spice today at The Celtic Manor Resort where adventure is the name of the game with this fun putting challenge! Adventure Golf at Celtic Manor comprises of two nine hole courses, 'Celtic Challenge' and the 'Kingdom of Legends' which feature water hazards, bridges and rafts to add to the fun, but also pose a skilful putting challenge on high-quality, allweather greens. It doesn’t matter if you’d just like to try your hand at golf for the first time, or if you’re a seasoned pro, Adventure Golf is not to be missed! After our golf, we’ll go along to one of the resort restaurants for a drink and a bite to eat (optional and payable on the day).

Bristol Street Art and Grafitti Tour Date: Saturday 7th September 2013 Place: Bristol - Details of where to meet will be emailed. Time: 10:45am Cost: £10.50 Member Includes: 2 Hour Guided Street Art Tour, Booking Fee, Spice Host Bristol as a city has a place in street art history that is incomparable. Join Spice today as take the Street Art tour and find out why. We’ll be seeing works from Banksy to Inkie, Nick Walker to 3D, from 3Dom to Pixel Pancho, from 1988 to 2013 and beyond. On this tour you’ll become part of the Bristol street art and grafitti scene for 2 hours, gaining insights into what makes Bristol a truly unique city for this artform. The tour route takes us past over 50 artworks. There will also be some street artists painting as we pass by. It’s an excellent way to explore and really get to know Bristol

Caving at Burrington Coombe Explore An Underground World Date: Saturday 7th September 2013 Place: Burrington Coombe, Mendips, Somerset (BS40 7AT) Time: 9:45am to 12:30pm Cost: £36 Member, £38 Guest Start your day’s adventure with a briefing before being kitted out with a hard hat and head torch, and full instruction on caving. You will marvel at the underground rock formations and become charged with pride as you beat the underground challenges, you will also discover the fascinating history of the area you are caving in. You may well go in one cave entrance and exit from another!

White Water Rafting at Bala Date: Saturday 7th September 2013 Place: Tryweryn River, Bala, Wales (LL23 7NU) Meet: 1.30p.m. for 2.00pm session Cost: £55 Member, £60 Guest Extras: £5 Wetsuit & boot hire (if you don't have your own) - payable on the day It’s your chance to experience the thrills and spills of real white water rafting. This time we are off to the fantastic Tryweryn River at Bala. The Tryweryn provides one of the longest stretches of river for rafting down in the country, with rapids such as “The Graveyard”, “The Ski Jump” and “The Fingers”. Each purpose-built raft will hold seven brave Spicer’s as you battle against the flow of the river with 6 of you rowing and one sitting in the middle cheering them on with a rousing rendition of Hawaii Five-O!!!! We have 2 hours of rafting which should give us time for three or four runs down the river which gives you a chance to sit it out in the middle of the raft to rest if you need to! All helmets and buoyancy aids will be provided. Please note: the water is very cold and you WILL get very wet.

Sunday Lunch with a View - Bristol Date: Sunday 8th September 2013 Place: The Bridge Cafe, Avon Gorge Hotel, Sion Hill, Clifton, Bristol (BS8 4LD) Ask for the Spice Table Time: 12:30pm Cost: £23 Member Includes: 2 Course Sunday lunch, Service, Spice Host Join us today for lunch with a view at the Bridge Café in the Avon Gorge Hotel. This historic hotel boasts floor to ceiling windows which open out onto a terrace, allowing you some of the best views in the city. From here, you can take in the vista across the Gorge to the world famous Clifton Suspension Bridge and also look out across the Somerset and southern areas of Bristol. We’ll be enjoying a 2 course Sunday lunch giving us time to enjoy the panorama, as well as being able to catch up with other Spice members both new and old.

Tandem Skydive from 12,000ft ... treat yourself to the ultimate adventure! Date: Sunday 8th September 2013 Place: Hinton Skydive Cent, Oxon/Northants border (NN13 5NS) Time: 12pm Cost: £239 Member, £245 Guest (Deposit £50) Includes: Cost includes BPAM To get the full, freefall experience your very first jump, and with as much safety as possible a Tandem Skydive is just the thing! Following a short pre-jump briefing, you will experience the thrill of freefall and even learn the basics of steering and landing a modern 'square' gliding parachute, while securely attached to a highly experienced Instructor. Tandem Skydives normally take place from 10,000 to 12,000 feet - and sometimes even higher! After exiting the aircraft - securely attached to your Instructor! - you will freefall until the Instructor opens the main parachute at about 5000 feet. You will spend about 30 seconds in freefall (depending on the exit altitude) and reach a speed of around 120 miles per hour! The descent under the large square parachute will take several minutes, during which time you will help to steer it down to the landing area. Don't forget to enjoy the view - you can see for miles on a clear day!

Walk with Wolves - Bedford Who's Afraid Of The Big Cuddly Wolf...? Sunday 8th September 2013 A428 Between Bromham and Turvey Detailed Directions Will Be Emailed 10:15am to 1:30pm Cost: £47 Member, £52 Guest Includes exclusive Spice visit with opportunity to walk and feed the wolves. Walk with Wolves - another unusual and truly amazing experience and one of our most popular events. We meet the wolves and their handlers at the Anglian Wolf Society which is located between Bromham and Turvey near Bedford. The Anglian Wolf Society is a private sanctuary for wolves and they support and raise funds for wolf conservation. You will be introduced to the wolves before setting off on the walk. It is very much the wolves who are in charge on this walk and they will go at their own pace. We can’t guarantee how many wolves will go on the walk or how friendly they will be to visitors. At various points along the route you will be allow to approach the wolves and to touch them and generally get to know them better. Date: Place: Time:

Zip World - Ultimate Zipline Experience ... fly for 1 mile at nearly 100mph & 500 feet up! Date: Sunday 8th September 2013 Place: Penrhyn Quarry, Bethesda (LL57 4YG) Time: 1:45pm to 5pm Cost: £49 Member Includes: 2 x Zipwire trips (little zipper & big zipper), flying suit, goggles. quarry tour by truck This is an unbelievable new event! You may have seen it on The One Show, BBC News or Blue Peter. Zip World has the longest zip line in Europe and is claimed to be “the nearest thing to flying like Superman”. The Zip World site contains two specially constructed and spectacular zip lines, the first will take you down to the bottom of the quarry where you will pick up your specialised vehicle for a magnificent quarry tour, before zip lining back (one mile!) to the start. You will be going at speeds of around 100mph and you will be travelling 500ft above the mountain lake so be ready for a ride of a lifetime! Be prepared to be terrified, invigorated and awed .. all at the same time!

Crazy Golf Adventure - Bristol Date: Tuesday 10th September 2013 Place: Jungle Rumble, Cabot Circus, Bristol (BS1 3BQ) 7.30pm by entrance desk Cost: £9.99 Member, £11.99 Guest Includes: 18 Holes Of Crazy Golf , Spice Host Join Spice in the Jungle! Come and share in the fun with other Spice members as we have a golfing experience like none other. Our venue is Jungle Rumble Adventure Golf where we’ve booked a group to play one of the two fantastic indoor Crazy Golf Courses. We’ll head onto the course in groups of 3 or 4 and enjoy 18 crazy, mad and fun holes on this superb new facility. After the game, which will last about an hour, we can enjoy a drink in the café or at a nearby bar.

Pay As You Go - Peachy Keens - Newport Date: Friday 13th September 2013 Place: Peachykeens, 62 -65 Bridge Road, Newport (NP20 1AZ) Ask for the Spice Table Time: 7:30pm Cost: £2 includes Spice host Peachykeens is an all you can eat multi-cuisine buffet - with a difference. A sumptuous array of freshly prepared salads, delicious starters, authentic main courses and mouth-watering desserts from around the globe awaits you... A unique dining destination, they have as many as 12 world-class chefs at 10 live cooking stations, all with a passion for their cuisine, eager to cook you something from the many items on offer. There is Chinese, Thai, Mexican, Italian, Indian and Japanese to name a few, so there should be something for everyone. This is a great place to get together with other Spice members in the area and have a social and relaxing evening. Don’t worry if you’re new to Spice as our host will be there to make introductions.

Sea Kayaking with the Seals Date: Fri 13th Sep 2013 - Sun 15th Sep 2013 Place: Pembrokeshire, South Wales (SA62 5HN) Arrive from 5.00 p.m. Friday evening Cost: £279 Member Sharing This tried and tested introductory weekend is a perfect introduction to kayaking in Pembrokeshire and will suit both beginner kayakers and those with a little experience of pootling on rivers, lakes or quiet ocean waters. You’ll get the chance to explore some of the most beautiful sheltered bays, coastline and harbours of Pembrokeshire and there’ll be mysterious and awe inspiring caves to be explored and wildlife to be spotted. On a skills level you’ll develop an efficient forward paddling stroke, you’ll master turning your kayak, and gain confidence to take your skills and experience to the next level. By the end of the weekend we’re sure you’ll have been bitten by the sea kayaking bug and you’ll be raring to get back for some more watery adventures. Cost includes 2 nights 5 star eco lodge accommodation, all meals from Friday supper to Sunday lunch, 2 full day sea kayaking, all specialist kit, qualified and friendly guides, transport for the activities, free train station transfers for certain trains. Full details are on our website.

Fire Eating + Breathing Workshop Date: Saturday 14th September 2013 Place: All Hallows Church Hall, 138 Chertsey Road, Twickenham (TW1 1EW) Time: 11am to 4pm Cost: £49 Member, £55 Guest Fire Eating & Breathing: This has got to be one of the Spice Classic Events. Go on, It Must Be On Your List of "Got to do's". If you are not sure about doing it then ask around and find out what a great day it is! Over 2000 Spice members have faced the challenge and swallowed fire - and the feedback forms tell us it's crazy - thrilling - adrenaline pumping and more - fire eating is one of our Classic Events that sets Spice and its members far above the mundane and gives you the chance to leave mediocrity behind and become extra-ordinary. The morning session comprises a thorough programme of games and exercises done as a group, designed to boost confidence and team spirit, and to prepare members for the challenge of safely learning this dangerous and esoteric skill. Its lots of fun but never the less taken seriously as danger is ever present, so no messing about on this one. The day culminates in the incredible sight of all the team swallowing firebrands and for the grand finale - a team photo of everyone flame throwing! Are we mad - not when you know how!

Spice Dines Cherry Duck Harbourside Bistro Date: Saturday 14th September 2013 Place: Llandoger Row, Kings Street, Bristol (BS1 4ER) Meet at the Bar 7:30pm Cost: £26.95 Member Includes: 2 Course Meal, Service, Spice Host Tonight we’re off to sample what’s on offer at the Cherry Duck, the Bristol harbourside bistro where you can enjoy great food that's ethically sourced. We’ll relax in this trendy venue on Welsh Back, just off Queen Square with its lively, warm and welcoming atmosphere. The bistro has been nominated in five categories of the Bristol Good Food Award 2013 and is the place to eat out in Bristol. We’ll be having a two course meal from a select menu with plenty of choices to suit everyone. We’ll first meet for drinks and a chat at the Llandoger Trow Pub and will then wander on over to the Cherry Duck on Queen Quay.

White Water Kayaks Date: Saturday 14th September 2013 Place: Symonds Yat (HR9 6EG) 10am to approx 4.30pm Cost: £52 Member, £59 Guest Today’s session is run by Den and the team from Forest Adventure and is an excellent opportunity for anyone wanting to experience the thrill of white water kayaking. Whether you're a total novice or have done this before, you'll have loads of fun developing your basic skills, and getting used to the feel of the moving water.

Castell Coch, a Victorian Fairytale Castle Date: Sunday 15th September 2013 Place: Castle Coch, Cardiff (CF15 7JS) Main Entrance Time: 10:30am Cost: £15 Member Ent + Tea Includes: Entrance to Castell Coch, Tea & Cake, Spice Host Beautifully situated on a densely wooded hillside a few miles to the north of Cardiff at Tongwynlais, Castell Coch (The Red Castle) is a Victorian fairytale castle come to life! Come along and explore this beautiful and fabled home of a very wealthy man, with Spice and other Spice members. It’s an opportunity to socialise in very interesting and opulent surroundings! After our tour, there’s a tea room where we can enjoy a homemade cake and a cuppa which is included in our price.

Horse Ride Trek to the Pub - Bristol Date: Sunday 15th September 2013 Place: Tynings Trekking School, Blagdon, Charterhouse, Bristol (BS40 7XU) Time: 11:45am to 3pm Cost: £45 Member Includes: 2 hours riding to the pub and back, advice from the experienced Trekking Centre staff Today we are offering the perfect way to learn how to ride a horse (or enjoy some quality time in the saddle for the more experienced riders) as we head out on our Pub Ride. After an initial introduction to your horse and an explanation of riding technique, we’ll set off on our ride. The route is completely off road heading through the forest alongside the stream before hitting the Swan - a traditional country pub with a roaring fire in the winter and a great garden in the summer. The ride out will take about an hour. At the pub we’ll have some lunch (payable extra on the day) and a laugh before remounting your trusty steed for the return journey over stunning Blackdown where we’ll take in the spectacular views Full details on our website

Otter Talk + Guided Walk - Slimbridge Date: Place: Cost:

Sunday 15th September 2013 Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Gloucester (GL2 7BT) Main Entrance - Visitor Centre Time: 10am £16.50 Member Includes: Entrance to Slimbridge, Otter and Swan Talk, Spice Host Join Spice today as we visit the Slimbridge Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust Centre. It’s a relaxing day out where you can learn many interesting things about the wildlife and just relax in the beautiful, natural surroundings. There’s plenty of birdlife with Slimbridge being lucky enough to be the only place in the world where you can see all six species of flamingos, as well as glimpse Hawaiian geese, Cranes and Eider ducks to name a few. The mammals at the Back from the Brink area include harvest mice, water voles, shrews, otters and a beaver. Try to spot the beaver if he comes out for a swim, see the otters being fed or try to spot a tiny harvest mouse or a shrew. We’ll start the day with a guided walk and will then move on to the otter talk where we can meet the friendly family of Otters: Flo, Minnie and Ha Ha. It’s a fabulous way to spend a Sunday.

Pub Social at The Wharf - Cardiff Date: Friday 20th September 2013 Place: The Wharf, Schooner Way, Cardiff (CF10 4EU) Ask for the Spice Area Time: 7:30pm Cost: £12 Member with supper Includes: Sharing Platters, Service, Spice Host Tonight we are heading to The Wharf in the East Bute Dock to unwind at the end of the day. The expansive pub provides a wonder view of the Old Bute Dock on Schooner Way and if the weather is good we can sit outside. We’ll be enjoying some sharing platters with a selection to choose from. These social evenings are a good way to meet and socialise with other Spice members. It’s also a great event for new members as our Spice host will be there to introduce you to other members.

Pyramid Bowling - Cribbs Causway Strike Em Down Date: Friday 20th September 2013 Place: Hollywood Bowl, Cribbs Causway (BS10 7TT) inside the main entrance Time: 7:30pm Cost: £15 Member Includes: 2 Games Of Bowling, Shoe Hire, Spice Host, Prizes Tonight we’re playing our ever popular Pyramid Bowling. The game is very simple and is basically a clever variation on normal Ten Pin Bowling that helps to even out the experts and the beginners. Ten Pin Bowling is always a great laugh and it doesn't matter if you've never bowled before or if you are at the top of your game, join us tonight for some fun.

Sailing Weekend Poole - Jurassic Coast Date: Fri 20th Sep 2013 - Sun 22nd Sep 2013 Place: Poole Quay, Town Quay, Pool (BH15 1BT) Time: 8pm Cost: £272 Member, £292 Guest (Deposit £65) Includes: cabin share, diesel, wet weather gear, life harnesses, breakfasts, lunches and teas. Balance is due 8 weeks prior We start this weekend cruise from the Poole Town Quay Marina. On Friday evening we get to know each other over a meal in one of the Town Quay restaurants. On Saturday morning we sail through beautiful Poole Harbour, one of the largest natural harbours in Europe, past Brownsea Island (home of the original Scout camp and red squirrels) and out into Poole Bay where we sail south for a few miles past a coast of rolling chalk downland, punctuated midway by the famous “Old Harry” chalk stack, before turning west around Durlston Head. The coastline between Poole and Weymouth, the Jurassic coast, takes in Swanage and a number of beautiful coves and bays such as Worbarrow and Lulworth. En route you also get to sail close to the majestic St Alban’s Head and see Portland Bill. Weymouth is a traditional harbour and is a favourite amongst sailors for its ready access to many pubs and restaurants. Your skipper is an experienced Yachtmaster and Spice skipper who is used to ensuring that you get the experience you are looking for. Full details are on our website.

Shakespeare in Stratford Weekend Date: Fri 20th Sep 2013 - Sun 22nd Sep 2013 Place: Holiday Inn, Stratford upon Avon (CV37 6YR) Arrive from 4.00pm Cost: £312 Member Twin Share, £332 Guest Twin Share (Deposit £50) Spice have linked up with Book Club Tours to give Spice members a fabulous two night break in beautiful Stratford-uponAvon. We are staying at a luxury hotel situated on the banks of the River Avon just a few minutes’ walk from the famous Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Cars can be forgotten, parked safely in the hotel’s car park, as we will have no need of them this weekend. Arrive on Friday in time for dinner and overnight. There is a heated indoor pool and fully equipped gym, both complimentary for guests. On Saturday morning, after a full breakfast, we take the 2-hour Stratford Town Walk with our private guide who will introduce us to the Town Houses, the grammar school, the Royal Shakespeare Theatres and Holy Trinity Church (where Shakespeare is buried). Following the walk we will have a brief trip up the 32m Tower at the RSC which affords spectacular views over Stratford and the surrounding countryside. Then we will head off to a local restaurant for lunch. Free time this afternoon to enjoy Stratford before we walk down to the RSC for a fascinating Theatre Tour. Following the tour we take our seats for tonight’s performance of HAMLET. Further details can be found on our website.

Canadian Canoe Adventure Date: Saturday 21st September 2013 Place: Symonds Yat (HR9 5QT) Time: 10am to 3:30pm Cost: £52 Member, £59 Guest The team from Forest Adventure have come up with a varied route for Canadian style open canoes - enjoyable for absolute beginners and practiced paddlers alike. They have planned out for us, one of the most scenic, most photographed, stretches of the Wye, from Kerne Bridge to Huntsmans Bridge taking in views of Symonds Yat as we go. Having allowed four and a half hours for the trip, it should be a leisurely day and will include a stop for coffee and a stop at a pub! The open canoes minimise our chance of getting wet, which is just as well at this time of year! All specialist equipment is provided.

Autumn Black Tie/Posh Frocks Ball + Hotel join us for the best party in town with a luxury one night stay Date: Sat 21st Sep 2013 - Sun 22nd Sep 2013 Place: Copthorne Tara Hotel, Scarsdale Place, Kensington, London (W8 6TF) Arrive from 2.00pm Cost: £129 Member Twin/Party + Wine £189 Member Single/Party/Wine Includes: entrance to our Autumn Ball, 3 course meal with coffee & half a bottle of Wine per person & service and 1 night luxury 4 star hotel accommodation Twin or Single room with breakfast Our Spice parties are always a great evening out giving you the chance to party in a lovely hotel in Central London with a 3 course meal, wine, dancing and a luxury overnight stay. (We have different options for this event so do check them all to find the one that suits you best) Our party is being held in the Copthorne Tara hotel in the Shannon Suite which is a large airy function room with plenty of space for dining and dancing. Our hotel is located in a quiet corner of the borough of Kensington & Chelsea with easy access to the High Street, buses and tube station. This is this perfect venue for our “Autumn Black Tie & Posh Frocks” Party as the hotel is just minutes away for the shops and museums of Kensington and Knightsbridge/Harrods and only 20 mins from the West End and Oxford Street. The new Westfield shopping centre is also close by and definitely worth a visit with its fabulous restaurants, bars and shops. The hotel has a lovely restaurant and cosy bar to enhance your stay. The bedrooms are tastefully furnished to the highest standards and contain an extensive array of facilities including wireless internet access, mini bar, hairdryer and air conditioning. You can check into our hotel anytime from 2.00p.m. On Saturday evening we will all be dressing up in our finery before heading downstairs to the Party which is being held in the Shannon Suite of the hotel. Dress code is flexible, but we suggest that men wear black tie or a lounge suit, and ladies wear a dress (long or short). Included is the Autumn Black Tie Party with a superb 3 course dinner, tea/coffee, half a bottle of wine, DJ & disco and late licence until 1am, so we can boogie the night away until the wee hours! We have managed to obtain a fantastic rate for our rooms so why not treat yourself to a luxury overnight stay to make the most of the best party in town! Optional extras are available this weekend such a The Shard or a Pedibus Tour.

Caving at the Symonds Yat Caves .. sample several of the Wye Valley caves Date: Saturday 21st September 2013 Place: Mitcheldean, Forest of Dean 10am to approx 1pm details tobe emailed Cost: £39 Member, £45 Guest An unusual morning of caving at this idyllic location, where there are 18 caves on offer. This means that we should get to experience short trips into 4 or 5 different systems. Forest Adventure have been exploring these fascinating cave systems for many years, and have a passion for sharing their discoveries with adventurous people like you. We'll be venturing into caves which are rarely visited, inhabited by stalagmites, stalactites, and... pom-poms!(?)

RSPB Bird Walk at Forest Farm + Lunch Date: Saturday 21st September 2013 Place: Wardens Court, Forest Farm Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff (CF14 2JJ) Time: 9:45am Cost: £9 Member, £11 Guest Includes: 2 hour RSPB Walk, Carvery Lunch, Service, Spice Sign. Today we’re off to the Glamorgan Canal Local Nature Reserve and Forest Farm for a guided RSPB Bird Walk. Forest Farm actively promotes the study of flora and fauna in their natural habitat and is a good hunting ground for Kingfishers, Herons and many others species. The majority of the woodland is Beach and Oak with several trees being over 200 years old. A guided walk really helps you get to know the birds and wildlife of an area better and the expert guide is happy to answer questions along the way. Bring binoculars if you have them. After our walk we’ll go to The Hollybush Carvery (a 5 minute drive away) to enjoy a lunch with a choice of beef, turkey or gammon all with vegetables and gravy.

Sunday Lunch at Y Mochyn Du - Cardiff Date: Sunday 22nd September 2013 Place: Y Mochyn Du, Sophia Close, Cardiff (CF11 9HW) Ask for the Spice Table Time: 12:30pm Cost: £14 Member Includes: 1 Course Meal, Service, Spice Host Join us today for a lovely Sunday lunch at Y Mochyn Du which has been named after a popular (and slightly irreverent!) traditional folk song from West Wales. This great pub has a reputation for good food and excellence in service with an emphasis on home cooking using fresh ingredients. We’ll be having a traditional Sunday lunch with choices such as Roast Welsh Beef, Roast Chicken, Thick Cut Roast Pork or Glamorgan vegetarian sausages. All of these are served with Yorkshire pudding, fresh vegetables and roast potatoes. It’s a great opportunity to meet up with other Spice members and spend a lazy Sunday together, eating and socialising.

Walk: Bitton, North Stoke and Upton Cheyney Date: Sunday 22nd September 2013 Place: Avon Valley Railway Parking, Bath Road (BS30 6HD) Time: 11am Cost: £6 Member, £8 Guest Includes: 6.8 Mile Guided Walk Starting from Bitton Steam Railway Station we’ll follow a track until reaching the River Avon. We’ll walk the fields beside the beautiful Avon and then take to the hills to reach the little villages of North Stoke and Upton Chyney and will look at some of the historical buildings. People have been visiting St Martin's Church, North Stoke for over 1,700 years. A yew tree in the churchyard is thought to be between 800 and 1,000 years old. Upton Cheyney is a picturesque village situated on the steep slopes of Lansdown Hill within the Green Belt and the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. We’ll stop in at the Upton Inn, a delightfully picturesque rural village pub and restaurant for their lovely Sunday carvery (optional and payable on the day). The Manor Farm Shop and Café are also well worth a visit.

Spice Meet + Eat - Caerphilly, South Wales Date: Thursday 26th September 2013 Place: Travellers Rest, Thornhill, Caerphilly (CF83 1LY) In the Bar Time: 7:30pm Host: Paul Freeta Join Spice tonight for our monthly Meet & Eat. Every month we head to a new pub for a social night-out. It’s a great opportunity to come along, meet some fellow SPICE members over a drink and perhaps have a bite to eat – it’s entirely up to you. We’ll let the pub know we’re coming and anyone who fancies a meal can choose, order and pay on the night. If you’ve already eaten then just come along for the social chat and a drink. Everyone is welcome including established members, newer members and anyone thinking of joining SPICE. Book online (members) or drop us an email (non-members) so we know you’re coming and one of our Spice hosts will be there to meet you. Our venue tonight is The Travellers Rest, a country pub and restaurant situated in picturesque surroundings. Although the town of Thornhill is a relatively modern area, The Travellers Rest dates back as far as the 1800’s. Here we can enjoy a glass of the finest cask ales and perhaps take advantage of the scrumptious hearty pub food on offer.

Spice Meet and Eat Social - Bristol Date: Thursday 26th September 2013 Place: Robin Hood’s Retreat, 197 Gloucester Road, Bristol (BS7 8BG) Time: 7:30pm Come on down to Robin Hoods Retreat tonight for a lovely, relaxed social evening. Robin Hood’s Retreat is Gloucester Road´s gastronomic gem. Served alongside the excellent food is a great selection of Real Ales and High quality wines and Continental lagers are also served. Our Spice Host for this evening will be there to welcome you and help with the introductions, so don’t be shy about coming on your own. This is a social where you pay for your own drinks and food on the evening. As we are providing a Spice host and will need to book a space at the pub please book online to let us know if you are coming along.

Chill Out Bike Amble Weekend Some Gentle Cycling In Beautiful Surroundings Fri 27th Sep 2013 - Sun 29th Sep 2013 Lleust Fach Farm, Foel, Mid-Wales (SY21 0PB) 6.00p.m. onwards on Friday evening £134 Member Sharing Includes: Two nights B&B, Friday evening light supper, 4 course evening meal and guided rides Extras: Bike Hire £20 Saturday, £5 per hour Sunday Two days of relaxed and laid back cycling waits for you in beautiful Mid Wales, where you’ll cycle alongside the beautiful Mawdach estuary, as featured in Julia Bradbury's Railway Walks, and soak up the seclusion of lovely Lake Vyrnwy . Both rides are ideal for a leisurely days cycling as the trails are flat, and as you gently cycle along you can relax and soak up the wonderful scenery around you. When you’re not out enjoying the rides you’ll be relaxing at our base for the weekend, a secluded th 16 Century stone farmhouse in the heart of the Welsh countryside with breathtaking views over the Cambrian mountains. At the end of Saturday’s ride you’ll return to your weekend ‘home from home’ to relax with afternoon tea and cakes, while your four course evening meal is prepared specially for you. Accommodation for the weekend is in two, three and four bedded single sex rooms, bed linen is provided. Transport from the venue to the activities will be in member’s cars to limit costs. For the full write-up please see the website event listing. Date: Place: Cost:

Friday Social The Huntsman - Bath Date: Friday 27th September 2013 Place: The Huntsman, 1 Terrace Walk, North Parade, Bath (BA1 1LY) Time: 7pm Cost: £12.50 Member Includes: Sharing Platters, Service, Spice Host Wind down on a Friday night and join us for social evening at The Huntsman in Bath. The Huntsman has been serving up beer and banter since 1906, and thanks to a brilliant interior renovation, the beautiful Grade II listed Georgian building remains one of the liveliest pubs in the city. This is the perfect opportunity to meet new Spice members and catch up with old ones. Our Spice Host for this evening will be there to welcome you and help with the introductions, so don’t be shy about coming on your own. As part of our evening, we’ll be enjoying some sharing platters with nibbles such as BBQ chicken wings, potato wedges, calamari and breads on offer. This is a great way to round off the week and start the weekend!

Walking Weekend - Ashbourne Peak District Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 27th Sep 2013 - Sun 29th Sep 2013 Miraj Hotel, Ashbourne, Derbyshire (DE6 1XH) Arrive from 4.00pm Meal at 8.00pm £159 Member Twin Share, £179 Guest Twin Share, £189 Member Single (Deposit £35) Includes: 2 nights accommodation, 2 breakfasts, 2 evening meal, 2 picnic lunches, 2 guided walks Overview: With excellent meals and fantastic facilities (pool, jacuzzi, sauna and gym!), the Miraj Hotel in Ashbourne is a cracking location for some terrific energetic or relaxing walks. Easily accessible at the southern end of the Peak District National Park, near to the legendary Dove Dale, we will be spoilt with a wonderful walking programme, exploring some of the most exciting and beautiful scenery which typifies the White Peak. WalkWise UK will provide a minimum of two walks on each day, led by professional and knowledgeable walking guides. On both days there will be a harder walk of 10-12 miles and a gentler walk of 6-9 miles. Accommodation: Set in the lively market town of Ashbourne, on the edge of the beautiful Derbyshire Dales, this well equipped 3-star hotel is an ideal base. There is an excellent restaurant and a bar lounge where you can relax on an evening, or you may prefer to take a stroll into town and visit the traditional pubs and inns. All bedrooms are en-suite and complete with modern facilities. There are also extensive leisure club facilities, which include a 12 metre heated indoor swimming-pool, fitness room, sauna and steam room.

Bushcraft for Beginners Date: Saturday 28th September 2013 Place: Forest of Dean 10pm to approx 4pm Cost: £49 Member, £55 Guest The art of Bushcraft has had a real revival due to the popularity of the exploits of such celebrities as Bear Grylls and Ray Mears. So we’ve teamed up with the experts at Forest Bushcraft who promise to show us just how much fun you can have with what nature provides for you in the Forest of Dean. We’ll learn such vital survival skills as building fires and lighting them using modern and primitive fire technology. Shelter building. Tree and plant appreciation. Foraging for food. Knife and axe skills and basic woodcraft ..and much more. It’s a very sociable day, as we learn a lot of our skills as a group around the campfire. Any you never know when those skills might save your life or someone elses!

Gecko Blasters - The Farmhouse, Yate Date: Saturday 28th September 2013 Place: The Farmhouse, Wellington Road, Yate, Bristol (BS37 5UY) Time: 8:45pm Our very own Spice member John Gebhardt will be playing in 'The Gecko Blasters' tonight, a lively 5 piece rock/pop covers band from Bristol. Their aim is to play a set with some of the most popular and catchy tunes around to date, from some classic Beatles to modern day Kings of Leon. So whatever your taste the Gecko's will have you singing along in no time!!! Join Spice as we add our voices to familiar songs such as ‘Knocking on Heavens Door’, ‘Back in the USSR’, ‘Love Machine’ and ‘Another Brick in the Wall’, to name but a few. You can just come along and listen to the music which starts at about 9.00pm but please book online as we would like to have a Spice host there to help with introductions.

Leatherworking Workshop Date: Saturday 28th September 2013 Place: Pembrokeshire Leatherwork Studio, Penffordd, Clunderwen, Pembrokeshire (SA66 7HX) Time: 9am to 5:30pm Cost: £110 Member, £112 Guest Included: Leather, tea, coffee and cakes. Please bring a packed lunch This is a taster day workshop for those interested in learning the skills of a traditional leatherworker. Not restricted by the process of making a specific item, the 'Taster' day gives you the opportunity to try your hand at many of the essential leatherworkers' skills that are part of everyday tasks in the workshop. Set in a 19thC Welsh Chapel at the foot of the beautiful Preseli Mountains, Pembrokeshire Leatherwork is the perfect place to enjoy creative leatherwork tuition. The peaceful atmosphere of the workshop encourages you to work at your own speed but there's plenty of encouragement from staff to ensure that you have a wonderful experience of practicing this traditional skill. You will also learn interesting and essential facts and will develop other skills on the day, which you can then practice at home. Practising these skills can either be combined with making a small project to take home, or you can just enjoy the process of learning each individual task... It's your choice!

Crack the Code Walk and Quiz - Cardiff Bay Date: Sunday 29th September 2013 Place: Eli Jenkins,7-8 Bute Crescent, Cardiff B (CF10 5AN) Ask for the Spice Table Time: 3pm Cost: £6 Member, £8 Guest Today we challenge your minds and ability to solve the clues on our ‘Crack the Code’ Walk. Security staff and ministers alike were embarrassed to find out recently that security at the “Senedd”, the home of the Welsh Assembly Government, has been compromised. Top Secret documents bound for the First Minister have gone missing and MI5 agents have been called in to locate the lost papers and to find out how this theft took place. International espionage is suspected and a code needs to be cracked. Can you help? There is an easy to follow route and a series of clues to solve. This walking Trail is 2.5 miles long and will take about 2 to 2.5 hours to complete. After our walk we’ll meet back at The Eli Jenkins to see how everyone’s done and give a prize to the winning team.

Malvern's Explorer Ramble Date: Sunday 29th September 2013 Place: Malvern Worcestershire (WR13 6DW) Time: 10:30am Cost: £6 Member, £7 Guest A ten mile ramble with Alan aimed at regular walkers with a good level of fitness. There are a number of steep but short ascents. The walk starts from the Malvern's and heads out across country towards Ledbury, exploring the many villages and lovely rolling countryside away from the Malvern Hills. This ramble offers the opportunity to look back at the Malvern Hills and see this part of the countryside from a different perspective.

Roman Empire Power + People Exhibition + Afternoon Tea Date: Sunday 29th September 2013 Place: Bristol City Museum,Queens Road, Bristol (BS8 1RL) Main Entrance - Spice Sign Time: 1:15pm Cost: £21 Member Includes: Entry to Exhibition, Afternoon Tea, Service, Spice Host Join Spice today as we visit the Bristol Museum and Art Gallery for their exhibition – Roman Empire: Power and People. This is a unique touring exhibition combining some of the most fascinating objects from the British Museum’s collections of Roman, Romano-British and Romano-Egyptian material, never before displayed together in this way. It will explore the story of the Roman Empire and its impact both locally in Britain and much further a field in the East. It will provide the opportunity for visitors to see these objects in their local areas for the first time. After visiting the exhibition we will wander over to Browns to enjoy an afternoon tea. There will be a selection of finger sandwiches, a fruit scone with strawberry jam and clotted cream plus a selection of mini cakes and, of course, a pot of tea.

Outdoor Digital Photography Weekend Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 4th Oct 2013 - Sun 6th Oct 2013 Lluest Fach, Foel, Mid Wales (SY21 0PB) Arrive from 6.00pm - Buffet at 8.30pm £174 Member Sharing Includes: 2 nights B&B, Friday buffet supper, 2 buffet/picnic lunches, 4 course evening dinner party and all instruction Do you own a digital camera? Do you look at the pictures on the screen and your prints and think they’re ok, but they’re not really as you remember when you took the shot. Maybe you’re unsure about manual settings and prefer to leave it on the automatic setting rather than really knowing how to make the most of your camera and the location you’re in? Well this weekend aims to change all that and will allow you to get to grips with how your digital camera really works amidst the stunning and varied scenery that Mid-Wales has to offer. More details at our web site.

Drawing and Watercolour Weekend - Wales Date: Fri 11th Oct 2013 - Sun 13th Oct 2013 Place: Lluest Fach Farm, Foel, Mid Wales (SY21 0PB) Meet: Arrive from 6.00pm - Supper at 8.30pm Cost: £140 Member Sharing, £160 Guest Sharing (Deposit £30) Extras: Transport to location starts if used. If they told you at school that you couldn’t draw then this weekend break will prove them wrong. You don’t have to be a budding Monet or Piccasso to enjoy this weekend, which takes the complete beginner or dabbler through the basics of drawing and painting. Julie Hyde, an accomplished artist, and experienced tutor, has put together a relaxed, fun programme to draw out all your latent artistic talents. Julie will dispel the mystique of drawing and painting into simple steps which anyone can follow. Demonstrating various techniques using pencil, watercolour and other media, she will show you how easily you can create sketches and finished works that you’ll be delighted to display. On Saturday we'll begin by getting a feel for sketching and how to 'see' things to paint. Then you’ll discover the many ways to use watercolour, and by Sunday you'll be using your newly acquired skills and techniques to put the final touches to your finished piece of work. More details at our web site.

Walking Weekend The Vale of Llangollen Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 11th Oct 2013 - Sun 13th Oct 2013 Wild Pheasant Hotel, Llangollen, Wales (LL20 8AD) Arrive from 4.00pm Meal at 8.00pm £159 Member Twin Share Included: 2 nights’ accommodation, 2 evening meals, 2 breakfasts, 2 picnic lunches, 2 guided walks each day Not Included: Transport to walks. Walkwise Overview: Our seventh annual pilgrimage to the Wonderful Wild Pheasant Hotel is a month earlier than usual and we can’t wait to get back. Their food, hospitality and relaxing spa facilities make it far too alluring for us not to return. We have now built up an impressive repertoire of walks around the area which are certain to satisfy all abilities of walkers. The lush Vale of Llangollen has some remarkable scenery from the colourful deciduous woodlands that line the meandering river banks to miles of peaceful canals and all with a backdrop of towering limestone escarpments which lead out to the open ridges, hills and moorlands beyond. Accommodation: We will be staying in the superb Wild Pheasant Hotel, a super catch for WalkWise. It has everything you could possibly want from a hotel with a quiet location just walking distance to a vibrant town. More details at our web site.

Walking Weekend The Vale of Llangollen Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 11th Oct 2013 - Sun 13th Oct 2013 Wild Pheasant Hotel, Llangollen, Wales (LL20 8AD) Arrive from 4.00pm Meal at 8.00pm £159 Member Twin Share, £199 Member Single Included: 2 nights’ accommodation, 2 evening meals, 2 breakfasts, 2 picnic lunches, 2 guided walks each day Not Included: Transport to walks. Walkwise Overview: Our seventh annual pilgrimage to the Wonderful Wild Pheasant Hotel is a month earlier than usual and we can’t wait to get back. Their food, hospitality and relaxing spa facilities make it far too alluring for us not to return. We have now built up an impressive repertoire of walks around the area which are certain to satisfy all abilities of walkers. The lush Vale of Llangollen has some remarkable scenery from the colourful deciduous woodlands that line the meandering river banks to miles of peaceful canals and all with a backdrop of towering limestone escarpments which lead out to the open ridges, hills and moorlands beyond. Accommodation: We will be staying in the superb Wild Pheasant Hotel, a super catch for WalkWise. It has everything you could possibly want from a hotel with a quiet location just walking distance to a vibrant town. More details at our web site.

Leisure + Chill Out - Luxury Lodges, Devon Date: Place: Cost:

Friday 18th October 2013 Chudleigh, Newton Abbot, Devon (TQ13 0EJ) Finlake Holiday Park - Arrive from 4.00p £125 Member Twin/Dble Share £175 Member Double/Sole Includes: 2 Nights’ accommodation in luxury Spice exclusive Superior VIP Country Lodges including outdoor hot tub, Guided walks on Saturday and Sunday or mountain biking, Welcome Drinks on Friday and 2 Course Meal on Saturday plus the services of your Spice hosts, Kev Phillips and Carol Osborne This weekend is aimed at taking some time out to relax with some walking, cycling, exploring and socialising. We have planned a fantastic fun weekend is some amazing luxury lodges complete with hot tub. For this, we’re heading to Finlake Park, set in 130 acres of magnificent Devon countryside. There are miles of signposted walks, cycle track and nature trails to explore as well as plenty of wide open spaces. It’s a beautiful part of the country and if you haven’t been you’re in for a treat! We’ve also got some lovely activities lined up with a choice of a guided walk on Saturday and Sunday or a Bike Ride. Chilling out instead of an activity is also an option! There are plenty of facilities included in our stay at Finlake and you can enjoy the indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam room, as well as tennis courts. Use of the Gym, Horse Riding and Go Active Activities can all be arranged through the Park at an additional cost. More details at our web site.

Skills for Walking the Hills Date: Fri 18th Oct 2013 - Sun 20th Oct 2013 Place: Lluest Fach Farm, Foel, Mid Wales (SY21 0PB) Arrive from 6.00pm - Buffet Supper 8.30p Cost: £134 Member Sharing Includes: Two nights B&B, Friday light supper, lunches, 4 course evening meal and instruction If you're interested in hill walking, but want to learn more about the practical skills and techniques needed to venture safely out to the hills and mountains of Britain, or you may already have some of these skills but want to increase your level of competence, then this weekend is for you. The majority of the weekend is practical so you will be out walking in the breathtaking scenery of the Welsh Hills. The countryside in which we’ll be walking, as well as being of outstanding beauty, is ideally suited to developing navigation skills as it is not always easy to follow the paths and rights of way. The emphasis for the weekend is on enjoying the walks and the instruction will be given on the hoof with the each person having the opportunity to develop their own level of confidence. Over the course of the weekend we’ll cover use of map and compass, navigation, risk assessment and emergency situations. More details at our web site.

Walking Weekend - Dorset Coastal Path Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 18th Oct 2013 - Sun 20th Oct 2013 Prince Regent Hotel, Weymouth, Dorset (DT4 7NR) Arrive from 4.00pm Evening Meal 7.30pm £159 Member Twin Share, £199 Member Single Includes: 2 nights’ accommodation, 2 breakfasts, 2 picnic lunches, 2 evening meals & choices of 2 guided walk per day Not incl: Transport where taken to the walks,

Walkwise Overview: The Prince Regent Hotel in Weymouth provides an excellent base from which to explore some of the most beautiful and dramatic coastal walking in the UK, including the delights of Dorset’s South West Coastal Path near Weymouth. Everybody loves walking on the coast so this year we shall spend both days on the coast. On one day we shall aim to maximise the pleasure (or the pain if you are on the hard walk!!) by walking to the east of Weymouth, in the sensational area around Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. Accommodation: The Hotel Prince Regent is an attractive three-star seafront hotel nestled on Weymouth’s historic promenade, close to the town centre and overlooking an ocean vista. More details at our web site.

New Members Easy Walking Weekend Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 1st Nov 2013 - Sun 3rd Nov 2013 Lluest Fach Farm, Foel, Mid-Wales (SY21 0PB) Arrive from 6.00pm Buffet Dinner 8.30pm £118 Member Includes: 2 Nights B&B, Friday buffet supper, Saturday picnic lunch, 4 course evening dinner party and ML guided walks This relaxed and welcoming walking weekend is for anyone who’s new to Spice and feels a little daunted by attending their first Spice weekend away, or other members looking for the cosy friendly atmosphere that Breakaway Holidays is renowned for. The weekend takes place at a secluded 16th Century stone farmhouse in the heart of the Welsh countryside with breathtaking views over the Cambrian mountains. This popular retreat is run by Sonya and Barry; our friends at Breakaway Holidays, and is well known to many Spice members for its cosy atmosphere, homemade farmhouse food and friendly ambience. Alongside their many years of welcoming guests, as ex Spice Birmingham co-ordinators, Sonya and Barry are aware of how apprehensive anyone can be about spending a whole weekend with people they have never met. To find out more go to our web site

Snowdonia Outdoor Photography Weekend Date: Fri 1st Nov 2013 - Sun 3rd Nov 2013 Place: Beddgelert, Gwynedd, N Wales (LL55 4YE) Royal Goat Hotel Cost: £189 Twin Share 2 nights dinner, B&B, 2 picnic lunches, 2 days guided photography The high peaks, tranquil valleys, fast flowing rivers, waterfalls and forests attract so many walkers and climbers to Snowdonia National Park. But also provide the photographer with some of the most outstanding landscape scenery in Wales. This weekend is designed to give beginners or those looking to get more from their digital camera the confidence to use your camera to its full potential. Through motivating, practical sessions you’ll learn more about your camera and various techniques to capture the magnificent scenery that Snowdonia has to offer. Our base for the weekend is Beddgelert a charming village and great location from which to explore the surrounding area. Full details of this weekend are on our website.

Snowdonia Valley + Rivers Walking Weekend Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 1st Nov 2013 - Sun 3rd Nov 2013 Beddgelert, Gwynedd, N Wales (LL55 4YE) Royal Goat Hotel - Arrive from 4.00pm £159 Member Twin Share £199 Member Single Includes: 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast, 2 picnic lunches, 2 days guided walking Extras: Car share if used to start of walks Snowdonia is a beautiful area with a huge variety of walking available. The high peaks, tranquil valleys, fast flowing rivers, waterfalls and forests attract so many walkers and climbers to Snowdonia National Park. But away from the classic high peaks such as Snowdon, Moel Hebog and Cnicht there are plenty of lower level valley and river walks that provide us with stunning scenery but at a gentler pace. Our base for the weekend is Beddgelert, set in some of the most majestic scenery Wales has to offer and a legend in a field by the river that is Gelerts grave. The walks will be around 9 miles on Saturday and 7 miles on Sunday taking in sweeping glacial valleys with amazing views, serene lakes, hidden wooded valleys, fast flowing rivers, the drama of Aberglaswyn Pass, forest trails, and of course Beddgelert. . Full details of this weekend are on our website.

Outdoor First Aid Certificate Level 5 Date: Fri 8th Nov 2013 - Sun 10th Nov 2013 Place: Lluest Fach Farm, Mid Wales (SY21 0PB) Arrive from 6.00pm Cost: £194 Member Includes Friday evening light supper, two nights B&B, lunches and 4 course evening meal) This ITC Outdoor First Aid course is ideal for anyone who regularly takes to the hills with friends or family to go walking, climbing, mountain biking, skiing or any of the many popular outdoor pursuits. It is essential for anyone involved in taking groups into the outdoors. In the outdoor environment different considerations apply to first aid. It nearly always means that the casualty has to be looked after for a longer timescale than is typical in a more urban setting. This course looks at how to manage the situation when the ambulance does not turn up in 10 minutes time and is appropriate if your work or leisure place is remote.

Winter Warmer Bonfire W/E - Yorkshire Date: Place: Cost:

Fri 8th Nov 2013 - Sun 10th Nov 2013 Stainforth, Yorkshire Dales (BD24 9PB) Hornby Laithe Bunk Barn at 4pm £69 Member Includes: Shared accommodation in dormitory style rooms of varying sizes (sleeping bag required). Cooked breakfast is included both days together with a chilli and potatoes/rice on the Saturday night. Hornby Laithe Bunkhouse Barn is simple, yet comfortable accommodation in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Converted from original farm buildings, the Bunkhouse occupies a secluded position within easy walking distance of both Stainforth and Settle. It is an ideal base for walkers, or groups wishing to explore this area of outstanding natural beauty. The walking is superb, offering a wide variety for both the seasoned walker or climber and those wishing to explore the countryside at a leisurely stroll. Stainforth is a pretty village which nestles into the side of a fell and is a lovely, traditional market town, with shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants as well as a golf course and swimming pool.

SPICE International Holiday Programme As at 15th June 2013

Welcome to the Spice international holiday programme, available to all Spice members as an exclusive benefit of membership! Over the years Spicer’s have travelled with us to every corner of the world enjoying action and adventure, amazing sights, interesting cultures and always great company with plenty of laughs along the way! Whether you’re after an easy going leisurely break, an active walking week or a trip of discovery we hopefully have something to suit. Over the next few pages we’ve picked out a few of our current holidays to highlight plus there’s a full listing of everything currently available including some of next seasons ski trips (more to follow so keep an eye on the web and Facebook!). If you do find something that you want some more information for then more information is available on the Spice UK website www.spiceuk.com – alternatively if you want to discuss anything at all don’t hesitate to call Spice UK on 0161 873 8788. Happy holidays from your Spice UK team – Dave, Ian & Lindsay

Spice Holidays 2013/14 Date

Nights

Spice Trip

28/07/13

Walking: The Polish Tatras

n/a

Price from £849

05/08/13

Turkey Summer Sun (1 week)

n/a

£599

05/08/13

Turkey Summer Sun (2 weeks)

n/a

£1060

09/08/13

Moscow & St. Petersburg

n/a

£1575

12/08/13

Turkey Summer Sun (1 week)

n/a

£599

16/08/13

Vietnam Adventure

£150

£1999

07/09/13

Walking: The Mountains of Andorra

£150

£819

20/09/13

Spice do Dublin!

£100

£249

28/09/13

Walking the French Riviera

£150

£969

28/09/13

Cycling – Dolomites, Lake Garda & Venice Ride

£150

£1099

07/10/12

Turkey Coast Cruise

£150

£799

09/10/13

Lake Garda Autumn Special

£150

£529

10/10/13

La Santa Sports Holiday

£150

£519

12/10/13

Highlights of Madagascar

£250

£2399

Another Walkwise trip – this one we last ran in 2009! A great value Solos trip to Ovacik, Ölü Deniz – one for the teachers! A great value Solos trip to Ovacik, Ölü Deniz – one for the teachers! A group holiday offering an introduction to Russia, visiting Moscow & St. Petersburg! A great value Solos trip to Ovacik, Ölü Deniz – one for the teachers! Explore Vietnam north to south with Exodus! A Walkwise trip to the Pyrenees!

A first for Spice UK– an overseas weekend break where you arrange your own flights! Mountain & coastal day walks in the Cote d’Azur with Exodus! A superb group cycling holiday with Exodus cycling from the Dolomites to Venice! A wonderful 7 night gulet cruise along Turkey's Blue Coast Always a popular trip with Spice including 3 hours free bar on 4 evenings! A brilliant sports holiday & this will be our 28th consecutive year! Discover Madagascar’s unique wildlife & stunning beaches with Exodus!

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Date

Nights

Spice Trip

15/10/13

Crete – Yoga & Walking!

£150

Price from £969

01/11/13

Surprising Goa!

£150

£1399

03/11/13

Mickey’s Magical Fireworks & Bonfire (Euro Disney)

£100

£369

04/11/13

Mickey’s Magical Fireworks & Bonfire (Euro Disney)

£100

£419

10/11/13

Iceland Discovery

£150

£709

16/11/13

Sahara Desert Trek

£150

£899

20/11/13

Everest Base Camp

£180

£1799

17/12/13

Christmas in Northern India

£180

£1749

21/12/13

Ski Christmas –Tignes

£130

£775

28/12/13

Ski New Year – Chamonix

£130

£999

30/12/13

New Year Mini Break – Venice (almost!)

£150

£599

11/01/14

Ski St. Christoph – Austria

£130

£699

18/01/14

Ski Sauze D’Oulx – Italy

£130

£599

26/01/14

Ski Val D’Isere

£130

£689

02/02/14

Ski Deluxe

£130

£739

01/03/14

Ski Alpe D’Huez – France

£130

£649

05/03/14

Ski Canada – Banff

£130

£1199

09/03/14

Ski Meribel

£130

£764

15/03/14

Ski Morzine – France

£130

£644

22/03/14

Ski Mayrhofen – Austria

£130

£699

16/03/14

Arctic Dog Sledding

£200

£1695

Combining walks with beachside yoga and delicious local cuisine – a Solos holiday! A great destination for a spot of Winter Sun!

Travel by coach Dover/Calais inc 2 day Hopper Ticket

Travel by coach ovrenight Hull/Zeebrugge inc 2 day Hopper Ticket Visit the land of Fire & Ice and may be even experience the Northern Lights! Trek through the dunes of the world’s largest desert with Exodus! Trek to the foot of the world’s highest peak! Unique wildlife, fascinating culture & spectacular architecture with Exodus! Ski the massive Espace Killy this Christmas! Our 3rd year to this resort and always with fantastic feedback! Enjoy New Year in Italy with Spice! Book early to get this price as flight prices will increase! A definite skier’s resort without all the distractions of too many bars! This price for 1st 10 bookers then £50 increase! Great skiing & plenty of place’s to party! This price for 1st 10 bookers then £50 increase! A Mark Warner holiday – ski the huge Espace Killy! A small group trip for just 12 in a beautiful Mark Warner chalet! High altitude skiing! This price for 1st 10 bookers then £50 increase! Regional flights from Manchester, Newcastle, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen available at no extra charge! Singles available! A Mark Warner holiday – ski one of the world’s most famous areas! A first for Spice & a huge ski area! This price for 1st 10 bookers then £50 increase! One of Austria’s favourite resorts and a short transfer! This price for 1st 10 bookers then £50 increase! An amazing wilderness adventure with 3 days Husky mushing above the Arctic Circle!

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All Spice UK air holidays are protected by the Civil Aviation Authority under the ATOL scheme in the event of failure of the tour operator. Each tour operators ATOL number is stated at the end of every holiday write up on our website www.spiceuk.com plus full terms and conditions. Your money is protected via our Trust Account in compliance with EC Package Travel Regulations.

Highlighted Holidays

WALKING IN POLAND th

8 days, Sun 28 July 2013 from £849 • •

Flights from London Gatwick & Liverpool

A new Walkwise destination

Stunning walking in wonderful scenery

Staying in the picturesque town of Zakopane set at the foot of the spectacular Polish Tatra mountains. This is the highest and most beautiful region of the Western Carpathian Mountain range whose lofty summits overlook the region’s majestic landscape. The area’s abundance and diversity of natural attractions is a constant delight and during our stay we’ll experience cascading waterfalls, fragrant forests, emerald lakes and towering mountains. ______________________________________

MOSCOW & St. PETERSBURG th

7 days, Fri 9 August 2013 from £1575

Flights from London Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham & Glasgow

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A very popular Spice trip in past years Two great cities in one trip

Russia is usually on everyone’s ‘must do’ list, so we do it Spice style! This trip covers the major highlights of the two cities and packs plenty into an unforgettable break. We have run this trip a number of times and it has always received great feedback from the members – we do hope you’ll join us! ______________________________________

WALKING IN ANDORRA th

8 days, Sat 7 September 2013 from £819 • •

Flights from London Gatwick & Manchester

A new Walkwise destination

TURKEY COAST CRUISE

8 days, Mon 7th October 2013 from £799 • •

If you want to relax then look no further

Sailing from Marmaris in the clear turquoise waters of the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas you will discover the delights of the Turkish Coast. The Captain and crew expertly handle the traditional sailing gulet, East Meets West leaving you free to explore the secluded coves and bays. You’ll have no worries about cooking meals, sailing or dropping anchor. ______________________________________

CRETE – YOGA & WALKING

7 days, Tue 15th October 2013 from £969 • •

Flights from London Gatwick & Manchester

A first for Spice & all rooms sole occupancy Combine scenic walks with 5 yoga sessions

Experience the real Crete on a holiday with a difference, combining scenic walks in the stunning countryside, relaxing beachside yoga and delicious local cuisine. This is an easy, entry level holiday with neither walks nor yoga sessions too taxing (hopefully!). Feel invigorated and refreshed as you not only revitalize your body, but your mind and soul too. ______________________________________

SURPRISING GOA!

12 days, Fri 1st November 2013 from £1399 • •

Spectacular walking in beautiful scenery

High up in the Pyrenees, Andorra the country, nestles in snowy peaks sandwiched between Spain and France lies Andorra. It seems far away and inaccessible, yet alluring and enchanting through its remoteness. It is laden with Romanic churches whose walls are adorned unique frescos. It is a veritable fun packed getaway of a land with fairy-tale villages, fascinating folklore, and fantastic walking. This intriguing country has innumerable delightful walks at all grades from the beautiful river valleys to the highest Pyrenean summits. ______________________________________

Flights from London Gatwick & Manchester

A real Spice favourite

Flights from London Heathrow & Manchester

A two centre holiday

A week in an Eco resort and a week of partying!

India is always a great destination to visit at any time but it’s absolutely ideal for a spot of Winter Sun! This trip is a two centre holiday to Goa on India’s West Coast! Goa is split into North and South and whilst there are also numerous resorts within each area, the North is the lively more touristically developed area whilst the South is more relaxed and less developed – and we visit them both! ______________________________________

MICKEY’S MAGICAL FIREWORKS 4/5 days, Mon 4th November 2013 from £369/£419 Coach from south via Dover / Coach from North via Hull

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2 day Hopper Ticket included

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Staying at a Disney Resort Hotel

Everyone loves Mickey Mouse and this great value short break to Euro Disney by coach gives you the opportunity to be a big kid once again! With regional coach pickups available and the choice of an overnight ferry crossing from the North or shorter crossing from the South this is your chance to enjoy the wonderful World of Disney with Spice! ______________________________________

We visit Fatehpur Sikri and the 'Pink City' of Jaipur, home to the wonderful former Maharaja's Palace and the splendid hilltop Amber Palace. Agra and a serene, sunrise Taj Mahal tour are not to be missed on any visit to India and fully live up to expectations. ______________________________________

NEW YEAR MINI BREAK – VENICE (almost!) 4 days, Mon 30 Dec 2013 from £599

ICELAND DISCOVERY

5 days, Sun 10th November 2013 from £709 • •

Flights from Luton & Manchester

A great introduction to the land of Fire & Ice Enjoy the stunning Northern Lights (hopefully!)

Iceland truly is an amazing and unique destination and we would say it should be on everyone’s to do list at least once in their life! This 4 night break is designed to give a wonderful introduction to this stunning island and includes 2 excursions, a visit to the excellent Blue Lagoon plus enough free time for you to explore on your own. This amazing island near the Arctic Circle is still being dramatically crafted by nature – it’s a world of fire and ice that will enchant you like no other. ______________________________________

CHRISTMAS IN INDIA

10 days, Tue 17th December 2013 from £1749 • •

Flights from London Heathrow only

An Exodus trip we’ve done many times before Visit the Taj Mahal, the Holy Ganges & much more

An adventure holiday in India conjures up memorable and colourful images including the Taj Mahal, the holy River Ganges, tigers, turbans, saris, great food and rickshaws and what better time to visit than at Christmas!

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Flights from London Gatwick & Manchester

New Year’s Eve Party included Experience New Year Italian style

This is something a little bit special and we are pleased to be able to offer you this wonderful mini break to Treviso, nr Venice. While it isn’t actually Venice itself (we did look at it and you would not believe the price!), Treviso is the next best thing! A small town near Venice we have a lovely 4* hotel for you to enjoy plus a fabulous New Year’s Eve Party that should really be something to look forwards too! ______________________________________

SKI CHRISTMAS

8 days, Sat 21st Dec 2013 from £775

Flights from Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol & Edinburgh

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Spend Christmas on the slopes Ski one of the world best areas

Ski Tignes and the huge combined ski area is a true skier’s dream, with an enormous variety of pistes for all levels of skier to enjoy, and plenty of seriously ‘steep & deep’ off-piste too, including some spectacular adventures only to be tackled with a professional guide. Named after France’s most famous ski racer, Espace Killy combines the two ski domains of Tignes and Val d’Isère. The whole area is one of the most snow-sure in Europe. ______________________________________

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For your free information pack, contact your local SPICE group SPICE UK (Head Office) National Co-ordinator: Dave Smith 13, Thorpe Street, Old Trafford, Manchester, M16 9PR Tel: 0161 873 8788 Fax: 0161 848 9465 Website: www.spiceuk.com E-mail: info@spiceuk.com SPICE (West Midlands) Co-ordinator: Richard Coulter 6a, Burnett Road, Streetly, Sutton Coldfield West Midlands, B74 3EJ Tel: 0121 353 6161 Fax: 0121 353 6861 info@spicebham.com www.spicebham.com

SPICE (London) Co-ordinator: Dianne Livingstone 330 High Holborn London, WC1V 7QT Tel: 0845 604 8041 Fax: n/a dianne@spicelondon.co.uk www.spicelondon.co.uk

SPICE (Scotland) Co-ordinator: Jamie Morris Suite 2, 81-85 Portland Street Edinburgh, EH6 4AY Tel: 0131 553 0026 Fax: 0131 553 0027 info@spicescotland.com www.spicescotland.com

SPICE (Bristol & Cardiff) Co-ordinator: Dianne Livingstone 130 Aztec Almondsbury, Bristol BS32 4UB Tel: 0742 959 8414 Fax: n/a dianne@spicebristolcardiff.com www.spicebristolcardiff.com

SPICE (Manchester) Co-ordinator: Lauren Fawkes The Stables, 11 Poplar Road Stretford, Manchester, M32 9AN Tel: 0161 864 3849 Fax: 08444 120 996 info@spicemcr.com www.spicemcr.com

SPICE (Thames Valley & Solent) Co-ordinator: Dominic Renshaw 118, Shiplake Bottom, Peppard Common, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 5HR Tel: 0118 972 4810 dominic@thamesvalleyspice.co.uk www.thamesvalleyspice.co.uk

SPICE (East Midlands) Co-ordinator: Steve Dell Foxhall Business Centre, 2 King Street, Nottingham, NG1 2AS Tel: 0845 017 1031 Fax: n/a office@spiceeastmids.com www.spiceeastmids.com

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Watch out for these fun events…. Ropes Adventure at Celtic Manor

Walking with Welsh pit ponies

Saturday 13�� July

Sunday 4�� August

Swing through the trees in this adrenaline pumping tree-top adventure just like Tarzan! The course within the Celtic Manor Resort features high & low ropes, bridges, walkways and challenging obstacles plus the free-fall ‘Power Fan’ jump, (book to find out just what this one is), a brilliant day out!

A fabulous chance to meet the last few Welsh Pit Ponies as we visit Fforest Uchaf Horse and Pony Rehabilitation Centre & The Pit Pony Sanctuary. Spice members are guided for a tranquil walk with great views of the Taff Valley. At the centre itself you can find out more about the ponies and mining.

National Dragon boat racing - Pershore

Canoe cruising weekend on the River Wye

Friday 19�� to Sunday 21�� July

Friday 2ⁿ� August

This weekend is a real get away from it all experience, we meet on Friday for a drink and a bite to eat. In the morning our instructor gives us some instructions on the open Canadian canoes which are are very easy to master. We then set off for a relaxing paddle along the stunning river Wye, enjoying the tranquility of the river possibly stopping at The atmosphere is brilliant, which is why this is one of the essential Ross and also for a picnic lunch. events in the Spice calendar! There is the option to stay Friday & Saturday nights, which of-course you will want to as Saturday is party Saturday night we camp using the canoes and bivisheets and then enjoy a meal cooked over an open fire. On Sunday after breakfast, night! we set off towards Symonds Yat with the option to play on the Murder mystery walk - Bristol old city (small) rapids. This is a brilliant chill-out and relaxing weekend. Friday 26�� July A huge national Spice event. Up to twenty people sitting side by side in a forty foot long boat, with a carved dragon's head and tail attached. A drummer in the prow beating time, a steerer in the stern keeping the boat on course with a giant paddle, the crew, ten each side speeding the boat down the river to the finish line!

Avon Gorge River Cruise

A body has been found in the old city of Bristol, join the Spice sleuths Sunday 18�� August to track ‘them what did it’ following the clues during this circular walk of about 1.5 miles exploring the oldest parts of the city. This Join Spice members as we spend a lazy Sunday afternoon taking a is just a great excuse to get together with other Spice members for scenic cruise through the floating harbour, out on to the tidal Avon and through the spectacular gorge. We’ll then sail under Brunel's a fun day out. Clifton Suspension Bridge and down the river to the Bristol Channel.

Surfing weekend - Croyde bay Devon

2 weekends available: Friday 26�� July & 16�� August Surfs-up in Croyde bay for Spice members, join us for this popular weekend. The golden sandy beaches and stunning scenery and ideal conditions draw those wanting to learn how to surf from all over the country. Over the weekend we will have 3 lessons and soon you will be hopelessly addicted and will give up you job, sell you house and live in a caravan on the beach waxing your board… Well hopefully not, but this is a brilliant chilled-out weekend to spend with other Spicers!

Winter Skiing Les Arc & Verbier Ok so we still in July and the sun is shining but here in the spice office we love to plan ahead and have already arranged our winter 2014 ski season. This means we can offer a great discount and you only to pay a £50 deposit to secure your place. You must book before August 1�� to take advantage of this offer!

In January we are returning to Les Arc / Villandry in France, a brilliant ski area suited to all levels, the hotel Foret is right on the piste. For Friday 9�� to Sunday 11�� August our March trip to the slopes, we are very excited to be heading for This is the another of our big Spice summer events and and embodies a brand new resort (for us) of Verbier in Switzerland. the spirit of the club! Are you a budding Agatha Christie or Hercule Poirot? Warning - our plot will have you guessing and may cause you Take a look at our web site for more information. a sleepless night....! If you have joined us on one of these weekends before we have another excellent plot! “A Reunion ... to die for” you will be given roles to act out over the weekend. Includes a disco on Saturday night, 2 breakfasts & 2 evening meals.

Murder mystery weekend - Daventry

See you on the Piste!

and make the most of your Spice membership!

Lazy Summer weekends away & some active ones We have something for everyone in Spice with our weekends away! for July: Explore the fascinating world of birds of prey in mid Wales or go for an invigorating weekend sailing on the solent. As usual we have plenty of brilliant walking weekends planned including: The Cotswolds, Scarborough and Winchester plus the South Downs and also spectacular Snowdonia, for those wanting a real challenge we are also off Welsh Ridge Walking. July is also time for Spice National Dragon Boat Racing!

for August: We are off for a Scottish Golf break and placing a few bets at Ascot Races, plus surfing in lovely Croyde Bay in Devon and getting fit in Mid Wales. August is also our National Murder Mystery Weekend, a must do! We are also walking in delightful Devon, plus Whitby in Yorkshire and near Kings Lyn in Norfolk. Our Canoe cruise on the river Wye is a chill-out getaway from it all weekend.

for September: Kayak with seals in Pembrokeshire, join us from source to sea walking near Ross on Wye or spend the weekend in Stratford which includes a guided tour and a performance of Hamlet. The Jurassic coast is a word heritage site and there is no better way to see it from the sea with our Poole to Jurassic Coast sailing weekend. We are also off to explore the Peak district with another Walkwise weekend. t Fire brea

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Book now events! Many of our events are repeated, some events are a one-off or are seasonal and others get booked very quickly and we wouldn’t want you to miss-out on that amazing must do event, so here here are a few suggestions. Don’t miss out on the fun Book Now! e Spic h t i High Ropes Adventure, Celtic Manor - Sat 13�� July er w m Sum National Dragon Boat Racing, Pershore - Sun 21�� July

Introduction to Sailing Cardiff Bay - Sun 21�� July Walking with the Welsh Pit Ponies - Sun 4�� August Surfing Weekend Croyde Bay Devon - 26�� July & 16�� August National Murder Mystery + Disco Weekend - Fri 9�� to Sun 11�� August Sailing Cross Channel, Guernsey to Gosport - Fri 23�� August Walking with Wolves - Sun 8�� September Bristol Street Art & Graffiti Tour - Sat 7�� September

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