Spice Yorkshire newsletter Summer 2013

WEEKENDS HOLIDAYS

LEISURE

ADVENTURE

SOCIAL

www.spiceuk.com

Summer 2013

Spice is the UK’s leading adventure, social and leisure group.

Enjoy a jam-packed social life with over 100 events every month to choose from.

All events are arranged for you, all you have to do is book and turn up.

Spice membership is equivalent to a glass of wine or a ‘designer’ coffee a week.

Be part of it and join today to make friends, meet people, have fun

welcome!

Hello and welcome to our Summer Newsletter, and another batch of funky and fun events for you to get out there and have some fun, meeting people and expanding your horizons!

As usual, the front and back coloured sections relate to the wider world of Spice Groups around the UK, with all the holidays listed at the back, and the black and white middle section relate to your local Spice Group. As ever, the Programme is already out of date by the time you get this, with new events being added every day online, so do keep checking your website to keep up to date – we’d hate you to miss that wonderful opportunity you have always promised yourself you will do!

Our Front Cover features Dominic, our Thames Valley & Solent Co-ordinator, on the summit of North Americas Highest Mountain Denali at 6190M (20,300ft) just proving that Spice – We Are Here, gets everywhere! Congratulations to Dominic on an such amazing achievement!

As you read this we should have just returned from our annual summer ‘conference’ (well that’s what Center Parcs treat us as). This year we have sold out early with over 500 attending, and that’s more than the past few years, so with reports around the regions that more events are selling out in quick time, we get the feeling things are on the ‘up’ out there. That means our Spice motto of “You Snooze – you lose, you rest - you rust” has never been truer! I think we are all fed up with doom and gloom and bad weather, so

now the summer sunshine is here, it’s a great time to take advantage of the warm and lighter nights, get out on some brilliant outdoor events. There are some real gems amongst the programme, so do take a good look and see what takes your fancy, from The Worlds Wackiest Races where you drive a bed and office desk, Llama and Wolf walks, Be a Spy Days, Ghost Walks and Blacksmith Days. We challenge you to blow those cobwebs away and do soothing unusal, funky, different - , after all, isn’t that why we all got together! Its also Summer Ball season, a great opportunity to get out your glad rags, DJs, and celebrate in style, so we hope to see you at one of those.

Some good news is that our fee’s remain the same this year with no increase, as we have worked hard to keep to tight budgets and make savings where we can. We are always looking for members to feature on our member Profiles, so if you are up for sharing your story, please drop an email to me at dave@spiceuk.com and I will send you the link to our on line form.

So have a great time on the events you choose, and remember to let us have your feedback – especially if you think we can do something better, we thrive on it and it is the backbone of Spice.

Dave National co-ordinator

Lauren Fawkes

Neal Morris

Richard Coulter

Spice Manchester

Spice Yorkshire

Spice West Midlands

meet the team

Steve Dell

Jamie Morris

Spice East Midlands

Spice Scotland

Dianne Livingstone Dominic Renshaw Spice London and Spice

Spice Thames Valley & Solent

Bristol / Cardiff

We are excited to put the spotlight on our greatest asset, the members and will be featuring two or three Member Profiles each edition.

Jane & Mike Group: Manchester Member for: Jane- 14 yrs Mike-7 yrs What has been your favourite event?

We met each other at Centre Parcs (Sherwood Forest) in June 2006, a year later we became engaged, and 2 years after that married. Also, because it’s a great weekend away of course-Loads of people to meet/ friendships to make & lots to do, although you can do as little or as much as you want to suit yourself.

What has been your most challenging event?

Mike-Abseiling, as I have a fear of heights!

Jane-Ardeche activity holiday-Brilliant holiday, pushing my physical limits on all activities- rock climbing, caving, high ropes and of course the white water canoeing What would be your advice for a new member?

From one of Mikes many musical hero’s-Elton John “ There’s so much to see, than can ever be seen, so much to do, than can ever be done” (Circle of life)-So getting booking those events

Guy Smeardon Group: London Member for: 13+ years Why did you join Spice ?

To do unusual / challenging events What has been your favourite event?

So many to choose from the most recent would be the fly boarding and the first ones would be zap cats or zorbing What has been your most challenging event?

Probably water skiing What is your funniest memory in Spice?

Loads to choose from .... going as eddie the eagle at centre parcs is up there What would be your advice for a new member?

Let yourself go and have fun

Have you been on a Spice UK Holiday?

Jane-Various weekends & 3 week long holidays abroad –Thoroughly recommend! All great for different reasons. Mike-Not yet

Have you been on a Spice UK Holiday?

Yes skiing & snow boarding trips / well into double figures

What is your life philosophy in one sentence.

We don’t stop playing because we grow old- we grow old because we stop playing.

Have you an embarrassing Spice moment?

Yes at school dinners but not telling you why

Four people (alive or dead) you’d invite to your dream dinner party?

Mike- Derren Brown-I’ve seen 3 of his stage shows, I think he would be a quite fascinating character.

Sir Ranulph Fiennes-The most prolific adventurer alive today-An intriguing man.

Jane- Stephen Fry- What an amazing, intelligent, eccentric, English gent-What he doesn’t know isn’t worth knowing!

Bill Bailey-He is a very talented musician & comedian, combining the two. He could provide the entertainment, as well as having a few interesting stories to tell.

What is your life philosophy in one sentence ?

Try to do everything & live life to the maximum Your favourite movie?

Shawshank Redemption Most treasured belonging?

My friends are what matter more than any belonging

Hazel Sanderson Group: Yorkshire Member for: 13 years Why did you join Spice ?

Recommendation from friend What has been your favourite event?

Barn weekends, great fun What has been your most challenging event?

Zorbing - scary!

What would be your advice for a new member?

Don’t think twice - just join, there are so many events to choose from. Haven’t been on a holiday as such, but on many weekends including 2 at Center Parcs which were just great. Suffered embarrassment at Center Parcs when my makeshift skirt fell down!

What is your life philosophy in one sentence ?

Don’t hesitate, the moment will be gone in a flash!

Four people (alive or dead) you’d invite to your dream dinner party?

Oscar Wilde for the wit and humour, Patrick Moore, for one of my favourite subjects, David Tennant and Morrissey, also for the wit and humour.

Your favourite movie?

Monty Python and the Holy Grail. on Most treasured belonging?

My cat Posy.

Key Spice Holiday Partners For many years Spice has enjoyed an excellent relationship with our travel partner Exodus Holidays – the UK’s leading adventure travel company.

5% discount for independent direct bookings!

We know however that sometimes our scheduled group departures won’t always fit in with everyone’s personal travel needs. We also know that often members would like to visit some of the places we are not featuring in the group holiday programme…

To book your independent holiday with Exodus and claim your Spice member discount call 0845 863 9606.

To qualify for the Spice Discount, simply advise them you are a Spice Member AT THE TIME OF BOOKING. This discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount, i.e., you are unable to add Loyal Customer Discount with an Early Booking discount to your Spice Discount!

Solo’s Holidays are the market leader in offering holidays with single accommodation for the solo traveler.

5% discount for independent direct bookings!

In 2009 Spice began working closely with Solo’s to offer exclusive group holidays to our members, and now we are delighted to offer all Spice members a 5% discount on independent holiday bookings with Solo’s. Their latest brochures can be requested by ringing 0843 357 1146 or visiting www.solos.co.uk. To qualify for the Spice Discount, simply call on 0843 357 1146 and advise them you are a Spice Member AT THE TIME OF BOOKING and quote your membership number. This discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount.

Spice Cancellation Policy

Information Packs. Cancellation must be in writing. A back up phone call is recommended. You should assume you are still booked until you have written confirmation of your cancellation.

Providing you give us more than seven days (includes weekends and bank holidays) notice you will receive a full refund as a Credit Note, less a Cancellation Fee of 20% of the cost of the event OR loss of deposit (whichever is lower) with a minimum of £3. (Except where stated otherwise in the Newsletter event description). Credit Notes are valid for 12 months and only redeemable against events.

General

Ticketed events

Should Spice Cancel an event.....

Evening and one day events

Note: Theatre, Concerts, etc. These are non-refundable unless we can resell your place, as tickets will have already been purchased.

Overnight Events and events costing over £100 Note: This excludes overseas trips which have a separate Holiday Cancellation Policy. Providing you give us more than twenty eight days (includes weekends and bank holidays) notice you will receive a full refund as a Credit Note, less a Cancellation Fee of 20% of the cost of the event OR loss of deposit (whichever is lower). (Except where stated otherwise in the Newsletter event description). Credit Notes are valid for 12 months and only redeemable against events.

Holidays and Overseas trips Note: More than three overnights or outside UK. Cancellation is as per the Tour Operators Terms and Conditions as supplied with Holiday

Where cancellation is received within the cancellation period prior to an event, you will lose all monies paid (and also be liable for any balance) unless we can replace you. If you simply do not turn up for an event without contacting us you will automatically forfeit any monies paid, and will be liable for any balance.

Should Spice cancel any event you will be refunded directly back by the payment method used. Our policy is that wherever possible we will always issue a refund.

Holidays and overseas trips Note: more than three overnights or outside UK. Cancellation is as per the Terms and Conditions as supplied with Holiday Information Packs.

Cancellation should be in writing. Where cancellation is received within the cancellation period prior to an event, you will lose all monies paid (and also be liable for any balance) unless we can replace you. If you simply do not turn up for an event without contacting us you will automatically forfeit any monies paid, and will be liable for any balance.

Upcoming Events Butlins 70s Weekend When : Fri 11th October – Mon 14th October 2013 Where: Butlins Skegness, Lincolnshire Cost: £99pp

Dragon Boat Racing ..because nothing beats the atmosphere of when Spice race the dragon!

Date: Sun 21 Jul 2013 where: Pershore, Worcestershire WR10 1AF Cost: £29 Member These are great days out - Enter the Dragon! Up to 16 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 helmsman in the stern keeping the boat on course with a giant paddle, the crew, 8 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! Today we’ll be racing for fun with other Spice groups from all over the UK. 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 or anything similar before, as 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!).

A new National Spice Weekend especially for the party animals in Spice. Experience a weekend of great music from 10 live bands from the 70’s including The Three Degrees, Slade, Mud, Brotherhood of Man, Alvin Stardust, Jimmy James and the vagabonds, and tribute bands for Blondie, The Stylistics and T Rex! A three night 70’s music themed weekend for adults only (no kids!), a public event with over 5000 attending, so book early please as it usually sells out.

For three nights, the headliners entertain in various venues around the resort, along with discos to the early hours. 70’s Fancy Dress is encouraged for the Saturday night, and you know how us Spicers love dressing up.

During the day plenty of activities to keep you busy, including Splash waterworld. A walk on the ‘Skegness is so Bracing’ beach, flying kites and having a paddle!

We stay in comfortable silver self catering apartments.

Plenty of places to eat on the resort, and/or you can self cater using thje Spa supermarket on site.

We have 100 beds reserved, as usually first come first served. Please book via your local Spice Group.

For colour, spectacle and excitement Dragon Boat Racing has it all and is also rapidly becoming the mass participation sport on water. If you want to know what a great day out this is ask any of the members who’ve attended previous events. Dragon Boat Racing caters for all ages, male and female, in one crew and requires no experience. 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 16 person canoe can travel! Each boat is provided with an expert helmsman to keep you on the right track, and with the help of your drummer beating out the time of the strokes you are sure to get the rhythm right...well that’s the theory anyway!

The venue for this year’s event is the river Avon at Pershore, on the northern edge of the Cotswolds. This is a beautiful setting in one ofEnglands’ most picturesque areas so you may want to make a weekend of it. Changing facilities are available and there will also be food for sale during the day.

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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!

Edinburgh festival Weekends A fabulous weekend hosted by SPICE Scotland

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In the past 20 years over 2000 Spice members have attended these fantastic weekends, they are, without doubt, one of the highlights of the Spice Year, please book your place NOW! This is a Spice National Event organised and co-ordinated by Spice Scotland please book through your local Spice group.

When: 3 Day (2 night) Fri 9 Aug 2013 - Sun 11 Aug 2013 4 Day (3 night) Fri 23rd – Mon 26th Aug 2013 where: Pollock Halls, Nr Holyrood Park EH16 5BQ Cost: 3 Day: £164 Member Twin Share, £184 Guest Twin Share, Single sup £70 Cost: 4 Day : £229 member Twin Share, £249 Guest Twin Share, Single Supp £80 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. There are many extra Spice shows and events offered throughout your weekend.

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Just to say thank you so much for a great weekend. I really enjoyed myself, and was really impressed by how well organized the whole event was .... I really look forward to coming back next year, or perhaps before - Thanks again, and it was lovely to meet you!

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CO-ORDINATORS Corner Hello and Welcome Welcome to the Yorkshire newsletter and a special warm welcome to all including the many new members who’ve joined us in the last three months or so. As this edition goes to press we will all be partying hard at Center Parcs, one of Spice’s biggest gatherings of the year and no sooner do we return as we have our Yorkshire Summer ball on the 6 th July which will be yet another great excuse to let our hair down for a night of partying, laughing and fun - so don’t miss it.

Listening to what members like and experience is the priority for me on their events and at the Spice fun factory we are always hard at work.

There’s now a regular salsa class in York and Wetherby to try, a fun ladies dance workshop run by our very own professional dance instructor Sheena and we have a variety of different social meals and evenings out across the whole region as well as new regular Saturday meals in and around Sheffield.

Summer Events …...but back to the summer and exciting outdoorsy stuff, it’s all too easy to just get into a habit of attending a regular event, but look at what you will be missing! Put away your pipe and slippers and check this out. We have the Outdoor theatre, Royal opera, evening rambles, day rambles, water sports (cable waterski, kayaking, windsurfing, surfing, paddle boarding, Thundercats), Nordic walking, Rounders, Cricket, Flamingo Land, Horse Riding, Target Archery, Narrowboat Day, Canal tunnel trip, Whitby Regatta, Sculpture Park Tour, Batley treasure hunt, Bike rides (and Tandem weekend). I know I’m up for a good share of this so come and make the time and join me, which reminds me I must rebook that Spice Balloon flight!

Remember to check our website regularly as the many events listed in this edition will quickly fly by and we do add items frequently as well as update existing events as changes as they happen.

New Coordinators Lastly I’m pleased to introduce our latest Leeds dedicated coordinator the lovely Dawn Cavendish who will be coordinating her first event on 28th June, and presently Julia Frater who’s currently looking after Ripon, and helping out around the Northerly regions including Harrogate and York.

See you soon, Neal, Jonathan and the team.

Get more by email We hold email addresses for well over 90% of Spice members. Once we have your email address you can make bookings online 24 hours a day at www.spiceyorks.com.

We will also send event booking confirmations by email, and joining details for events and other regular updates on what is going on.

If we don’t have your email address, let us know it by emailing us at info@spiceyorks.com or give us a ring.

Contact us The Spice office is open from 10am until 5pm Monday to Friday except on public holidays.

You can contact us on 0845 094 22 00 during these hours or leave a message on the 24 hour answerphone.

Email us at info@spiceyorks.com Book events online 24 hours a day at www.spiceyorks.com/events Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/SpiceYorkshire Follow us on Twitter at @YorksSpice Our postal address is: Spice (Yorkshire) Ltd., 33 Great George Street, Leeds, LS1 3AJ Spice Yorkshire www.spiceyorks.com 0845 094 22 00

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A free social evening open to all existing, old, new and prospective Spice members We now have a pub social evening monthly in Sheffield, Leeds and York with a good turn-out of members and non-members. This evening is a social for any members or would be Spice members in the surrounding area. Why not come along and join us? It’s a relaxed social evening where you can meet up with members and gives us a chance to catch up with some friends you’ve met on events and also some new members. Have a chat over a drink, a general chin wag and discuss which other events to go on or you’ve been on, swap photos or even arrange transport to an event. The evening is open to anyone.

These are popular evenings and usually very well attended and so it is definitely worth coming along!

For this evening we are also running a preview night so if you are new to Spice then why not come along and meet our Spice Co-ordinator Neal who will be there to welcome you and give a short talk on the basics of Spice and how the it works. Neal will be wearing a blue T-Shirt with the Spice logo on it. If you decide to join the Club on the night there will be application forms available and normally some sort of special offer on either membership or events. You are more than welcome to stay for the rest of the evening where you will soon be chatting to some of the regular Club Members. It’s all very friendly and relaxed, and you’re welcome to simply turn up on the night. The Spice Co-ordinator will be there between 7.45pm and 9.30pm so you need to try and arrive between these times. Why not bring a friend or two?

Sheffield Date: Wednesday 24th July Date: Wednesday 28th August Date: Wednesday 25th September Place: Cavells Café Bar, 31 High Street, Sheffield, S1 2GA Time: 7:45pm to 9:30pm

Leeds

York

Date: Thursday 11th July Date: Thursday 8th August Date: Thursday 12th September Place: Lounge Bar & Grill, Merrion St, Leeds, LS2 8JE Time: 7:45pm to 9:30pm

Date: Tuesday 23rd July Date: Tuesday 27th August Date: Tuesday 24th September Place: The Royal Oak, 18 Goodramgate, York, YO1 7LG Time: 7:45pm to 9:30pm

New Members’ Pathway We understand it can be very daunting when you are a new member, or thinking about joining Spice. To help you, we have put together a New Members’ Pathway on the following page that guides you through the best route to getting out and about, experiencing new things and making lots of new friends. This is just a suggested pathway; you are of course welcome to dive into Spice on any event. Also don’t forget to fill in the new members’ survey that you were emailed upon joining to get your own personal recommendations. Look out also for our New Members Easy Rambles for a gentle introduction to walking.

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Spice Yorkshire www.spiceyorks.com 0845 094 22 00

Recommended New Members Events Ten Pin Pyramid Bowling at Hollywood Bowl Ten Pin Pyramids is a fun and social way of scoring ten pin bowling

Leeds – Thursdays 4th July, 1st August, 5th September, 3rd October at 7:30pm Place: Hollywood Bowl, Kirkstall Road Leisure Park, Leeds (LS4 2DG) Sheffield – Mondays 1st July, 5th August, 2nd September, 7th October at 7:30pm Place: Hollywood Bowl Valley Centertainment, Broughton Lane, Sheffield (S9 2EP) A favourite amongst all Spicers, our regular monthly 10 Pin Bowling night at hollywood bowl is action packed from the word go. More than just a bowling night, this is the night when friends old and new come together for a fun packed evening. A very popular evening that offers great value for money, and the chance of a good “chin wag” to catch up on the latest gossip over a beer. hollywood bowl has a fully computerised scoring system, housed in superb surroundings to help create a great atmosphere. This is an evening suitable for all abilities as with our pyramid way of scoring we play in teams of two, and you don’t have to get strikes all the time to win – in fact you have to not get strikes!

Dinner Shuffles Our dinner shuffles are a great social night out

Date: Date: Date: Date: Date: Date: Time:

Tuesday 16th July 2013; Thursday 18th July 2013; Thursday 15th August 2013; Tuesday 20th August 2013; Tuesday 17th Sept 2013; Thursday 19th Sept 2013; 7:45pm

Place: Blackhouse, 31-33 East Parade, Leeds (LS1 5PS) Place: Otto’s, 344 Sharrow Vale Road, Sheffield (S11 8ZP) Place: Mamas and Leonies, 111-115 Norfolk Street, Sheffield (S1 2JE) Place: Del Verde, Park Lane, Roundhay, Leeds (LS8 2EJ) Place: Cosmopolitan, 2 Lower Briggate, Leeds (LS1 4AE) Place: BB’s Italian, 119 Devonshire Street, Sheffield (S3 7SB)

Our dinner shuffles are a great way to meet lots of new people. We enjoy a three course meal each time, but we will ask everyone to change seats between each course so you will get more chances to chat with more people! The menus for these meals are on our website. Please choose your meal and state your choices when booking.

Spice Curry Clubs If you like curry, you’ll love curry club

Date: Date: Date: Date: Date: Date:

Friday 26th July 2013; Friday 26th July 2013; Friday 23rd August 2013; Friday 30th August 2013; Friday 27th Sept 2013; Friday 27th Sept 2013;

Place: Ashoka, 307 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield (S11 8NX) Place: La La’s, St. George’s Square, Huddersfield (HD1 1LG) Place: Ranmoor Tandoori, 384-388 Fulwood Road, Sheffield (S10 3GD) Place: Urban Turka, 4 Brewery Place, Leeds (LS10 1NE) Place: Jewel, 463 Attercliffe Common, Sheffield (S9 2FJ) Place: The Three Singhs, 254 Sticker Lane, Bradford (BD4 8RN)

Usually held on the last Friday of each month, curry club is a great way to start your weekend. Come along and enjoy a curry and a chat. Over the months we’ll try to sample of range of different cuisines. For many of our curry clubs we meet an hour beforehand at a nearby pub. Check the details online for timings and meet places.

Quiz nights With a variety of themes, our quizzes always fun and are one of our most popular social nights

Date: Date: Date: Date: Places:

Wednesday 10th July 2013 Snakes and Ladders Quiz – aim for the ladders but watch out for the snakes!

Wednesday 14th August 2013 Yorkshire Quiz – test your knowledge of our county. Also in York this month!

Wednesday 11th Sept 2013 Speed Quiz – a general knowledge quiz against the clock Wednesday 9th October 2013 Around The World Quiz – our international quiz!

Cavells Café Bar, 31 High Street, Sheffield (S1 2GA) or Brooklyn Bar, 50 Call Lane, Leeds (LS1 6DT) August’s quiz is also in York at The Royal Oak, 18 Goodramgate, York (YO1 7LG) Time: 8pm The second Wednesday of each month is quiz night. We’ll put you into small teams on arrival. Usually everyone puts £1 into the prize pot for the winning team. Some months the quiz is on a particular theme, but other months it is based more on general knowledge, but we have a special twist to the scoring!

If August’s quiz in York is popular we will look to organise monthly quiz nights in York.

Spice Yorkshire www.spiceyorks.com 0845 094 22 00

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A selection of our Events The Great Yorkshire 007 Casino Spice Ball A James Bond Casino theme for this year's fabulous summer ball

Date: Saturday 6th July 2013 from 7:30pm until 2am Place: Best Western Plus Cedar Court Hotel, Mayo Avenue, Off Rooley Lane, Bradford (BD5 8HW) Cost: £37 Member booked before May, £44 Guest booked before May, £76 Member + twin/double pp, £102 Member + Single Includes: Glass of sparkling wine on arrival, 3 course dinner, 2 glasses of wine, coffee & mints, sweetie table Prizes and surprises on the night!

Join us for our fabulous summer ball at the Leeds / Bradford Cedar Court hotel.

One of the largest AA 4-star independent and purpose built conference and banqueting venues in the North, the Best Western Plus Cedar Court Hotel Leeds/ Bradford is ideally located right at the heart of the M1/M62 motorway network.

Tonight you will be welcomed with a glass of sparkling wine. We'll then sit down to a set 3 course meal followed by coffee and mints, and we also include 2 more glasses of wine with your meal.

Leek & Potato Soup served with Bread Rolls & Butter Stuffed Chicken with buttered Leeks & Wensleydale Cheese, Chive Butter Sauce or Caramelised Red Onion & Goats Cheese Tart Golden Syrup Sponge with Custard Sauce Tea, Coffee & Chocolates We also have a sweetie table so you can indulge in your favourite sweeties.

After the meal, you can have a go at our fun casino games, then dance until 2am!

This year we will have a 007 Casino theme for our ball so dress to impress!

There will be a seating plan for this event so please let us know when booking if there is someone you would like to sit with. Also don’t forget to let us know if you want the vegetarian option.

We also have accommodation at the hotel available for £65 in a single room or £39 per person in a double or twin share room and these prices include breakfast.

Location: The Best Western Cedar Court hotel is off the Staygate Roundabout at the end of the M606. Leave the M62 at junction 26 and follow the signs for Bradford M606. When you reach the end of this short motorway follow the brown signs to the hotel. There is plenty of free car parking.

Regular Events Strictly Salsa York

Music Club Sheffield

Date: Place: Meet: Time: Cost: Host:

A chance to discuss & appreciate a range of music

Every Monday Huntington Road, Huntington, York (YO32 9PX) New Earswick Bowls Club 7pm to 8:45pm £5 Member, £6 Guest Trisha Lee

Date: Place: Cost: Host:

Every third Wednesday at 8pm Cavells, 31 High Street, Sheffield (S1 2GA) £2.50 Paul Timewell

With a different theme each month. Check the Spice website for details!

Strictly Salsa Wetherby Date: Place: Meet: Time: Cost: Host:

Every Wednesday 1 Sandbeck Way, Wetherby (LS22 7DN) Wetherby District and Social Club 7pm to 8:45pm £5 Member, £6 Guest Mark Lawrenson

A 1 hour beginner’s salsa class and 30mins social dance time.

Salsa dancing is IN and it's taking the nation by storm. Not only is it great exercise, but also food for the mind and soul and a fantastic way to meet new friends. But beware; salsa dancing can be very addictive!

Based in North Yorkshire, Award Winning Teachers Deej and Trisha offer weekly classes that will bring out the best in all levels of dancer.

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Book Club Sheffield all event costs go to Book Aid www.bookaid.org

Date: Place: Cost: Host:

Every second Thursday at 7pm Cavells, 31 High Street, Sheffield (S1 2GA) £2 minimum donation on night to book aid Gill Siddons

July fiction: Slapton Sands by Francis Cottam August fiction: The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce August non-fiction: All points North by Simon Armitage September fiction: The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

by Mary Ann Shaffer.

Full details are on our website.

Spice Yorkshire www.spiceyorks.com 0845 094 22 00

Rounders in the Park

Flirting for Fun in Leeds

Date: Place: Cost: Host:

Date: Saturday 21st September 2013 Place: 28 Great George Street, Leeds (LS1 3DL) Meet: The Victoria Hotel Time: 10am to 4:30pm Cost: £39 Member, £45 Guest Includes: tea and coffee

Monday 15th July 2013 at 7pm Abbey Playing Fields, Kirkstall Rd, Leeds £3 Member, £3.50 Guest Rowan Eastwood

We will have a fun evening out playing our own version of rounders.

As usual, it’s not too serious and I’m sure that we’ll make up our own rules as we go along. We’ll play till we’re tired or it gets too dark & then retire to a nearby pub.

Rounders and Picnic in the Park Date: Saturday 20th July 2013 at 3pm Place: Graves Park, Sheffield Meet: Rare Breeds Car Park - Grid ref SK358826 Cost: £3 Member, £3.50 Guest Extras: Bring your own food and drink for a picnic Host: Neal Morris 07917820770 Join me for this fun and leisurely and sociable afternoon in the park to kick start your weekend.

We will have a fun playing our own version of rounders (or softball). As usual, it’s not too serious and I’m sure that we’ll make up our own rules as we go along. Softball has a slightly different bat & ball to rounders & there are 3 bases instead of 4 posts.

This event must be pre-booked so we know if there are enough of us to make it work so please put your name down early.

Location: Park in the car park by the Rare Breeds Centre off Hemsworth Road & look out for your coordinator! We won’t be too far from there!

Singing for Fun Singing for beginners

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Wednesday 24th July 2013at 7:30pm The Royal Oak, 18 Goodramgate, York(YO1 7LG) The function room upstairs in The Royal Oak £7.50 Member, £8.50 Guest Julia Frater on 07772 616530

Have you ever fancied having a go at singing, but have never got round to joining a group? Have the recent choir/singing programmes on television inspired you to give it a go? Then why not come along to the 'Singing for Fun workshop? It will be a great way of learning basic singing techniques and experiencing singing as part of a group. We will have a look at a variety of different styles of song. You do not need to be able to read music- the only requirement is enthusiasm! The two-hour workshop will be led by Liz Linfoot. After studying music in Liverpool, Liz taught in two secondary schools as Head of Music and became director of the Liverpool Philharmonic training choirs for a number of years. Since returning to York, she spent a year in the role of Head of Music before deciding to focus on Choral Education. Liz now teaches part-time at Queen Ethelburgas College, has worked with the York Minster/Minster School's choral outreach programme and currently directs two adult community choirs: the Boroughbridge Community Choir and the Skelldale Singers.

Our most popular and famous workshop on this fun (and very useful!) skill of flirting. Kate, who runs a number of workshops for us with an emphasis on humour (so you know this one is going to be great fun!), has put together this day exclusively for Spice and has had great reviews from members all over the UK. So what is Flirting? ... well... Flirting isn’t just about pulling or getting lucky, it’s a lot more than that. Flirting is a way of interacting with people that makes it fun and easy to connect and makes them want to be with YOU. Yes, you can flirt to find a mate (or keep the one you’ve got) but you can also flirt to get a seat in a restaurant, jump a queue, bargain down a price, get that sale, or just to make someone feel good.

Over 65% of us find communicating with new people in social or business situations difficult. Flirting can make it easier.

Remember that we only have room for a sample of our events in the newsletter. Our website at www.spiceyorks.com/events has the full list of nearly 400 as we go to print.

Dance Workshop Burlesque A fun Ladies Dance workshop, learn the style of Burlesque

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Sunday 28th July 2013 from 11am to 1pm 3 Edgedale Road, Sheffield (S7 2BQ) £20 Member, £24 Guest Sheena Brabazon on 07966 737215

Burlesque has seen a huge revival in the last few years, thanks in no small part to artists like Dita von Teese and Immodesty Blaize.

Ladies, join us for an indulgence in feminine fun wrapped up in feather boas! We’ll be using the boas, while your inner pussycat wiggles its way through a Marilyn Monroe routine. Sheena will lead you through a Burlesque dance which has giggling built in. This workshop is very girly (no men allowed!) so you can let your hair down as you learn seductive walks, come-hither eyes and flirtatious moves. There’s no stripping involved, but plenty of va-va-voom! Come and find out why Burlesque is enjoying such a huge revival. Boopboop-be-doo! Remember to save some energy for the …

Dance Workshop Cheerleading A fun Ladies Dance workshop, learn the style of Cheerleading

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Sunday 28th July 2013 from 1pm to 3pm 3 Edgedale Road, Sheffield (S7 2BQ) £20 Member, £24 Guest Sheena Brabazon on 07966 737215

Give me an "F", give me a "U", give me an "N"! and grab a couple of ludicrously oversized pom-poms (provided in class) to join Sheena for this Cheerleading workshop! You don't have to be able to form a pyramid, cartwheel, or do the splits to still look brilliant (but she'll give you the opportunity to do them if you like). Two left feet, lots of enthusiasm, and a dazed look will do just fine! So form a disorderly queue and shake those pom-poms!

Spice Yorkshire www.spiceyorks.com 0845 094 22 00

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Cable Water Skiing and BBQ No boats, no noise, no fuss. Just hookup & ski, and BBQ

Date: Sunday 18th August 2013 at 1:30pm Place: Rother Valley, Sheffield # (S26 5PQ) Cost: £37.50 Member, £41 Guest, £15 BBQ only, £18 Guest BBQ only Today we link up with Andrew Grainger of Cable Water Ski at Rother Valley Country Park. Cable water skiing creates a fun alternative to water skiing behind a boat! At much less than the cost of boat skiing, cable skiing is fun, safe, affordable & ideal for beginners. After your session we’ll have a big SPICE “POSH”BBQ. Please let us know when booking if you are veggie. Price includes wetsuit, buoyancy aid, tuition & hire of skis or kneeboard & BBQ. Skiers must be able to swim at least 50 metres.

As the weather gets warmer, it’s time to take to the water!

Beginners Kayaking Paddle around Pugneys

Date: Sunday 28th July from 1:45pm to 3:30pm Place: Pugneys Country Park, Wakefield (WF2 7EQ) Cost: £21 Member, £23 Guest What is a canoe? So what is a Kayak then? If these questions give an indication of your ability in this type of craft then this is the event for you. To me the big difference seems to be – If you tip over in a canoe (like the red Indians use) you fall out! If you tip over in a kayak you do an Eskimo roll and pop back up again (if you are very good, most normal people still fall out!) This is not part of the plan for our absolute beginners intro session to kayaks. The idea of this one and a half hour session is to encourage anyone who has never been in one of these “fun boats” to come along and have a go.

The group will be limited to 8 people so that the instructor (in a kayak) can let you do as much or as little as you individually want on the day. We have chosen Pugneys with its flat water, to make your introduction to kayaking as trouble free as possible. You will not even be asked to capsize (the bit everyone always seems to remember!).

You will require a change of clothing (the water runs down the paddle and up your sleeves!), a windproof top, old cagoule or the like and a pair of old trainers and towel. Showers are available on site. Please ring 01924 302360 for a weather check before leaving home.

Dinghy Sailing Intro Come and try your hand at sailing

Date: Sunday 18th August 2013 from 2:15pm to 4pm Place: Pugneys Country Park, Wakefield (WF2 7EQ) Cost: £29.50 Member, £32.50 Guest If you’ve never tried sailing, here’s your chance. This session is aimed at total beginners and offers a chance for even the most dedicated landlubber to enjoy the exhilaration and satisfaction of utilising the natural power of the elements to propel yourself across water. Our one and a half hour session will commence with a short safety talk, and a general not-too-technical overview of dingy sailing. The ‘chat’ will be kept to an absolute minimum; the emphasis will be on getting 6

out there and having a go. Forget all those horror stories about having to jump out and capsizing the boat, this is a fun session not a frightener! It really is close supervision; the instructor will be in the boat with three students. Come on and give it a try! Please bring a change of clothing (just in case) and a waterproof jacket, footwear should be pumps or light trainers that you do not mind getting wet.

Please ring 01924 302360 for a weather check before leaving home. Remember that this event is wind dependent!

Windsurfing Intro Come and try your hand at windsurfing

Date: Saturday 3rd Aug 2013 from 1:45pm to 3:30pm Place: Pugneys Country Park, Wakefield (WF2 7EQ) Cost: £25 Member, £27.50 Guest Extras: Includes wetsuit - please state size when booking.

This fantastic value for money session on the water will transform your next holiday in the sun. No need to fry on the beach when you can glide in the bay! No need for previous experience, as full instruction will be given.

Feel the wind in your sails as you glide across the water using only the power of nature and in absolute silence!

Please bring with you: shampoo, shower gel, towel etc, swimming clothes to go under wetsuit, old plimsolls or trainers to wear on feet.

All other equipment and wetsuit is provided, please state your size when booking. Ring 01924 302360 for a weather check before leaving home. Remember that this event is wind dependent!

Beginners Paddleboard Lesson Catch some waves dude!!

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Saturday 20th July 2013 Scarborough # (YO11 2HD) Spa Complex 1pm to 3:30pm £42 Member, £46 Guest Steve Crawford on 07891 094976

Today we are guest of Fluid Concept. Fluid Concept Surfboards has been around since 1998. They began as 2 shapers designing & creating boards out of a pure love of surfing, and have evolved the business into what exists today adding the website, then the surf shop and with that came the surf hire & also BSA registered surf lessons. This lesson is aimed at first timers. In case you hadn't heard stand up paddleboarding is the latest (and one of the oldest) things to hit surfing. Essentially it's a long extra buoyant board which you stand on using a paddle to propel it. Great fun and fantastic for flat days and catching waves super far out past all the paddleless fools. We'll teach you basic water and beach safety, how to carry and use your board safely, paddling your board and catching a wave, and a good warm up routine.

The lessons we offer at the surf school are all 2 hours long but we ask you to arrive about 30 minutes before your lesson starts so you have time to change and pick up your equipment. After the lesson we set aside some time for a chat and feedback or on any surf related subject you like. We have changing facilities at the shop and a nice hot kettle for the essential post surf cuppa.

Lessons are 2 hours long so a good degree of fitness is required and confidence in the water is essential.

Spice Yorkshire www.spiceyorks.com 0845 094 22 00

Welsh Camping Long Weekend Escape from the city

West End Outdoor Centre Bunk Barn Weekend

Date: Fri 23rd Aug 2013 - Mon 26th Aug 2013 Place: Lluest Fach Farm, Foel, Mid Wales # (SY21 0PB) Cost: £68 Member camping, £88 Guest camping, £84 Member in dormitory, £104 Guest in dorm Includes: Party with BBQ, Barrel of real ale, cider

stunning landscape in a designated area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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 huge BBQ/buffet 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. This popular retreat is the base for Breakaway Holidays, run by your hosts Barry and Sonya. They have organized and run events for over twenty years, and have strong ties with Spice. Barry and Sonya have extended and developed their traditional farmhouse, especially with groups in mind, and their guests can also enjoy the large gardens, sculptures, wild life pools, and eight acres of private grounds. To find out more go to www.breakawayactivities.com. There's plenty for you to do in the surrounding area or you can simply just chill out and enjoy the scenery.

With the BBQ on Saturday, and a meal at the pub on Sunday night (price not included) there's no need to cook unless you want to. You will need to bring your own tent and camping equipment or, if you prefer, limited accommodation is available in two dormitories adjacent to the studio, at an additional cost of £16 for the weekend you will still need to bring a sleeping bag as bed linen is not included and, as the dorms are next to the studio, earplugs may be useful if you plan to retire early.

West End Outdoor Centre is situated amidst stunning landscape overlooking the peaceful and tranquil Thruscross Reservoir in a designated area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The Centre is conveniently placed close to the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park yet only two and a half miles north of the A59 (Harrogate to Skipton road) from Blubberhouses. The centre is 12 miles from Harrogate and Skipton.

The Centre is an excellent walking and touring base, being within easy reach of a wealth of natural visitor attractions, waymarked walks and nature trails.

West End Outdoor Centre offers good quality self-catering accommodation for up to 30 people in 9 bedrooms with bunk beds.

Attractions include Brimham Rocks, Stump Cross Caverns, How Stean Gorge, Bolton Abbey and Fountains Abbey. The Centre is within easy reach of Pateley Bridge and Grassington.

There are 2 pubs locally that serve good food.

You will need to bring your own sleeping bag. Cooked Breakfasts are included in the weekend. There’ll be the usual mixture of walks and tea shop trips happening as well as other activities and we will have nibbles available to keep you topped up in the bunk barn in the evening.

Halton Gill Barn Weekend A barn weekend with breakfasts and Saturday dinner included

Date: Fri 6th Sep 2013 - Sun 8th Sep 2013 Place: Littondale, Yorkshire # (BD23 5QN) Cost: £69 Member, £79 Guest (Deposit £10) Another cheap & cheerful weekend. This time we are using the wonderful Halton Gill barn again for a super weekend away. Halton Gill Bunk Barn is situated at the head of Littondale, the quietest and most beautiful of the Yorkshire Dales in the centre of the National Park. It lies at the foot of Pen-y-Ghent, one of the famous Three Peaks, near the Pennine Way and the Dales Way, and the area is crisscrossed by a number of public footpaths. The Cowan family farmed in Halton Gill for nearly 150 years, and converted the traditional stone barn to provide high quality, low cost, group accommodation. Local craftsmen have retained the original charm and features of the buildings while providing very comfortable accommodation to the highest standards. The Bunkbarn is just outside the village so is safe, quiet and private. It is warm, welcoming and spacious, with central heating, ample parking and a well-maintained one acre playfield. Plus major bonus - There is a genuine 10 seat Finnish Sauna which everyone seems to enjoy using after a strenuous day on the hills - also free of charge! Bring your cossie.

Cooked Breakfast is included in the weekend for Saturday and Sunday as is Saturday Dinner.

Date: Fri 11th Oct 2013 - Sun 13th Oct 2013 Place: Wagtails, Thruscross, Harrogate (HG3 4AH) Cost: £59 Member, £69 Guest (Deposit £10)

Winter Warmer Bonfire Weekend Another budget weekend with bonfire party on Saturday evening

Date: Fri 8th Nov 2013 - Sun 10th Nov 2013 Place: Stainforth, Yorkshire Dales # (BD24 9PB) Cost: £69 Member, £79 Guest (Deposit £10) 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, with a beck (crossed via stepping stones), a green and a traditional Dales pub, all worth seeing. Settle (five minutes drive), is a lovely, traditional market town, with shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants as well as a golf course and swimming pool. Local places of interest include Stainforth Foss, a picturesque waterfall on the river Ribble, just a walk across the fields from the barn, where the salmon leap on their journey upstream to spawn.

Cooked Breakfast is included in the weekend. On Friday evening we can get a meal at the pub (not included) and then have a party in the barn. On Saturday we’ll have our big bonfire party – we’ll provide the fire (& matches!!) & put on a big pot of chilli & potatoes or rice (veg chilli also provided) you just need to bring an odd tipple or two & your sparklers!

Spice Yorkshire www.spiceyorks.com 0845 094 22 00

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Discover Scuba at Metrodome Have a go session at scuba diving

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Every fourth Tuesday Queens Ground, Queens Rd, Barnsley (S71 1AN) 7:45pm to 9:30pm £12.50 Member, £15 Guest Smudge on 07889 071230

Don't miss this fantastic experience at this bargain price.

Ever fancied trying a little scuba diving? Did you join spice to try new experiences? Want to do something you can boast about to your workmates? If you’ve answered yes then book this now!

This is a basic introduction to Scuba diving in the confines of a heated swimming pool, designed to introduce the complete beginner to the underwater world. You will be introduced to the equipment and learn the all-important safety points. Then it’s off to the pool as it’s time to get wet, where you will get an hour’s time to put into practice everything that you have learnt. If you find any treasure amongst the wrecks, make sure you keep it to yourself! Our course tonight is run by an old Spice favourite; Smudge of ProScuba Diving College & his team.

This could be the start of a brand new hobby, or just a one off experience; either way it will be a day that you’ll never forget. You will need to take along your swimwear, a towel, and an old T-shirt for use in the pool.

Beginners Mountain Bike Course

Carsington Easy / Come and Try Mountain Biking Undulating, smooth, clean, wide bridleways

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Saturday 6th July 2013 mat 10:30am Carsington Water nr Matlock # (DE6 1ST) P&D car park by the water sport building 10:30am £16 Member, £18 Guest Jeremy Sainter on 07974 967209

The area around Carsington Reservoir is ideal for learning the art of cycling off-road it offers some relatively easy cycling terrain in glorious, rural Derbyshire countryside.

The centrepiece of the riding is the 8.5 mile route round the reservoir on undulating, smooth, clean, wide bridleways - this is a very popular and well ridden route for cyclists and within the capability of most people who can competently ride a bike.

Carsington is one of Britain’s newest reservoirs and besides its scenic attraction, it has a top class Visitor Centre offering you the chance after the cycling to browse around a variety of shops, an exhibition centre plus the obligatory trip to the restaurant or cafe.

Grade: 4 / 5; Distance: minimum 8.5mls around the reservoir with additional options in the afternoon up to a possible 18mls.

These are the kind of events that many of us joined Spice to do.

Come along and try something new!

Great for those new to mountain biking

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Saturday 13th July 2013 from 9:30am to 4pm Otley Chevin, Yorkshire # £42 Member, £48 Guest Iain Johnson of Cycle Yorkshire

This is a great biking event for Spice. It is a specific day learning mountain biking skills rather than a ride out. This is a fantastic deal for us as these courses sell at £60 to the public.

Terrain is quite technical but not too demanding so general fitness is a must.

During the day the course will cover the following:

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Bike preparation [safety checks] Riding position Correct use of gears Braking [efficiently and safely] Ascending techniques [climbing] Descending techniques [coming down.....Ouch] Cornering and off camber techniques Riding single track and tree routes Drop offs and steps up to 8” Check the details of this event on our website at www.spiceyorks.com to see a video of a previous course.

All participants must provide their own mountain bikes [bikes can be hired if required at £18] and the necessary safety equipment.

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White Water Rafting Date: Sunday 14th July 2013 Place: Stockton-on-Tees # (TS18 2QW) Meet: Teesside White Water Course Time: 12:45pm to 3pm Cost: £59 Member, £65 Guest Includes: Wetsuit hire is included in the price The 300 metre long course has been re-configured with new eddies, a slalom gate system and is twice the depth of the previous course which is ideal for pulling those moves. All of the old features remain, but it will be bigger and better than ever before. A great deal of thought has gone into the bottom section to reveal some interesting playspots. The brand new 95 metre short course (one of the steepest in the UK) has a drop of 3.7 metres from top to bottom which makes this a great addition to the venue.

Today we have booked an exclusive 2 hour rafting session that caters for up to 6 people per raft. On arrival, you will be designated an experienced and qualified raft guide. They will talk you through a briefing, instructions and warm-up before releasing you onto the white water rapids. You will rush down the main course multiple times, and your guide will make it more advanced with each passing run.

Spice Yorkshire www.spiceyorks.com 0845 094 22 00

Target Archery Day

Horse Riding at Farnley

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Horse riding for beginners / trekking for more experienced

Saturday 10th August 2013 The Sycamores, Bramhope (LS16 9JR) West Park Leeds Rugby Club 10am to 12pm £18 Member, £20 Guest Anthony Hilton on 07929 536102

The session includes tuition, equipment hire and insurance. The session is fun and easy-going. Most importantly we will get you shooting safely and (relatively!) accurately by the end of the session.

We will introduce you to some expressions used in archery and teach you how to score and we will host a mini-competition. On occasion we have been known to shoot at balloons during these sessions!

Thundercats A white knuckle ride on the water!

Date: Sunday 1st September 2013 Place: Hartlepool Marina, Tees Valley # (TS24 0RV) Time: 11:30am to 1:30pm Cost: £25 Member, £27.50 Guest Extras: optional Sunday lunch afterwards Host: Jonathan Banks on 07969 349714 With a greater power to weight ratio than a Ferrari 360, step onboard one of our tenacious Thundercats. Act as co-pilot and help maintain an optimum trajectory around our high octane race course.

Your experience will begin with a Thundercat introduction and safety briefing before heading out on the water to practise co-pilot responsibilities such weight transference and cornering techniques to maximise boat performance prior to engaging in some head to head racing on the course. Our experiences are adrenaline fuelled and exhilarating for those of you looking for a white knuckle ride of a lifetime.

Peak Classic Caves Day ..enjoy two caves in a day

Date: Sunday 29th September 2013 Place: Hope, Derbyshire # (SK17 8ET) Time: 10am to 4pm Cost: £49 Member, £54 Guest Extras: £3 on day to farmer

Date: Sunday 29th September 2013a t 12:30pm Place: Back Lane, Farnley, Leeds (LS12 5HH) Cost: £30 Member, £33 Guest The Stables are a family run business combining professionalism with a relaxed friendly atmosphere with the aim of providing the best riding experience.

Enjoy an exclusive 1 hour Spice group riding lesson for beginners to learn how to get on a horse, control horse and walk and trot.

If more experienced there is the opportunity to go trekking around the countryside and woodlands.

The stables have a small cafe for teas/coffees.

Pontefract Races - Red Shirt Night With 80s tribute and beer showcase!

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Friday 19th July 2013 at 6:10pm Ponte Park, Park Road, Pontefract (WF8 4QD) Left side of turning circle before gate £14 Member, £15 Guest Jonathan Banks on 07969 349714

Tonight we have tickets for the Grandstand and Paddock, which is the largest area of the course and has a variety of bars, catering areas and excellent viewing.

The first race is at 6:30pm and the last race is at 9:05pm.

Besides the 6 great races on this night, there'll be a live 80s tribute band! And there will be a beer festival supported by CAMRA supporting the evening. Local breweries will be showcasing their beers throughout the night and it promises to be a fun boozy evening!

Red Shirt Night is an annual event at Pontefract Racecourse. It is a Charity Race Night in aid of Jack Berry's Appeal for the The House That Jack Built.

Cricket - Yorkshire vs Nottinghamshire Yorkshire Vikings vs Notts Outlaws Twenty 20 match

Another day with Mark Fenton plus a support instructor, this time primarily for those who have been on a beginners or “terrified” caving day, but is also suitable for a first time caver who has the fitness and confidence to go straight in at this level. We start the day by tackling the famous Giants Hole cave, which is famous for having the lowest point in England at the bottom of this system! After a break for lunch, we move on to Carlswark Cavern, one of the most fun and bestknown caves in the Peak District. Adventure from the word go, we access the cave by abseiling down a 40 foot shaft. For the most part it’s a low, wide cave with many junctions to negotiate and explore.

There’s a nice easy exit. All in all, a brilliant adventure day. Caving suits and all special equipment provided.

Grade: Moderate

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Sunday 21st July 2013 at 2:30pm St. Michaels Lane, Headingley, Leeds (LS6 3BU) Headingley Cricket Ground £14 Member, £16 Guest Jonathan Banks on 07969 349714

Yorkshire had a fantastic season last year winning the T20 Northern group and finishing as runners up nationally.

Today Andrew Gale's team, take on Notts Outlaws in this Twenty 20 match.

We'll post out tickets for this event so that if you can't make it for the start at 2:30pm, you'll be able to get into the ground and meet us inside. Please be sure to have booked by two weeks beforehand.

Spice Yorkshire www.spiceyorks.com 0845 094 22 00

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Summer Murder Mystery: Bump Off at the Barbecue

Yorkshire Sculpture Park Tour

Play in teams Summer themed murder mystery night

Date: Sunday 4th August 2013 at 10:45am Place: West Bretton, Wakefield (WF4 4LG) Meet: outside of gift shop at park Cost: £5 Member, £7 Guest Includes: one hour guided tour Host: Julia Frater on 07772 616530

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Monday 22nd July 2013 at 8pm 28 Great George Street, Leeds (LS1 3DL) Tuesday 23rd July 2013 at 8pm Cavells, 31 High Street, Sheffield (S1 2GA) £6 Member, £9 Guest Neal Morris on 07917 820770

Bump Off at the Barbecue team based murder mystery evening A neighbourly summer barbecue Downunder is rudely cut short, can you solve this mystery? The host, Willy Willy, is found dead in the kitchen - skewered through the heart! The invited guests, an intriguing mix of colourful local residents, have the task of solving the murder. Can they crack the case before the chicken gets cold?

You will be matched into teams/tables & tasked with solving this dastardly murder!! We’ll need a few volunteers on the night to read sections of script out – no acting skills required!! As a table you have been given the responsibility of solving the mystery which will be acted out in front of you. We wish you every success in solving the case of who killed Willy?

Visit this open air gallery

The only one of its kind, Yorkshire Sculpture Park in the parkland of Bretton Hall in West Bretton, Wakefield, in West Yorkshire is an open-air gallery showing work by UK and international artists, including Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth. It is an international centre for modern and contemporary art. You will have the opportunity to explore the open air displays by some of the world’s finest artists, enjoy fascinating exhibitions throughout 4 stunning galleries and be inspired by the natural beauty of an historic estate. There are over 60 sculptures in 500 acres. Exclusive to Spice members we have booked a guided tour of the Art Landscape.

Arrive at 10:45 - meet outside shop.

Standedge Canal Tunnel Trip

Outdoor Theatre: As You Like It

Into the longest canal tunnel in Britain

Shakespeare’s ultimate romantic comedy

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Date: Thursday 25th July 2013 at 6:15pm Place: Harewood House, North Leeds (LS17 9LG) Cost: £16.50 Member, £18 Guest Extras: Bring your own picnic Host: Jonathan Banks on 07969 349714 'As You Like It' is Shakespeare's ultimate romantic comedy. Four people each find their perfect soulmates in the Forest of Arden. One pair leap straight into bed, another are instantly struck by each other's beauty, the third tease each other endlessly, while the fourth enjoy a courtship that is so witty and playful that love itself is stretched to the limit. But pitted against political intrigue, multiple disguises and overwhelming cynicism, can even love win through in the end...?

Stockton International River Festival Spectacular show followed by meal

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Thursday 1st August 2013 at 6:30pm 60 Dovecot St, Stockton-on-Tees (TS18 1LL) £16 Member, £17.50 Guest Julia Frater on 07772 616530

Stockton International River Festival (SIRF) will once again transform the centre of Stockton for four fantastic days with the finest street theatre, circus, dance, music and pyrotechnics from all over the world. From large scale and spectacular shows to small and intimate experiences, SIRF 13 will provide many memorable moments for Spice Yorkshire members.

The four-day festival will launch with a dramatic show called Furnace Symphony. This performance on Riverside Road uses huge, specially designed instruments which represent heavy industry including fire and metal with humour and music. The company promises it will be a frenetic blend of rhythm, fire and machinery. We will then have an evening meal at Carpaccios.

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Sunday 11th August 2013 at 11:40am Standedge Tunnel and Visitor Centre £6 Member, £6.50 Guest Julia Frater on 07772 616530

First opened in 1811, Standedge Tunnel is the longest, highest and deepest canal tunnel in Britain.

Situated midway along the Huddersfield Narrow Canal, the tunnel takes the canal under the high Pennine spine of Northern England between Marsden in the Colne Valley and Diggle in Saddleworth.

Our 25 minute boat trip will go about 500 metres into the Marsden end of the tunnel and then return. The specially designed passenger boat has glass roof panels, powerful external lights and viewing platforms at each end. A guide will explain about the tunnel to us.

The EBOR Race Festival, York Date: Place: Meet: Cost: Host:

Saturday 24th August 2013 at 1pm York Racecourse # (YO23 1EX) Meet point and tickets will be posted. £29 Member, £32 Guest Julia Frater on 07772 616530

The iconic Ebor Festival is set to return once more in 2013 as York Racecourse comes alive with the electric racing atmosphere that Ebor is famed for. This fabulous four day festival celebrates everything glamorous about the World of racing, with first class races staged each day in front of the throngs of passionate race goers trackside, all eager to see their horse finish first past the post. In 2013, Spice members and guests will have the chance to enjoy the very best of the entertainment at York racecourse, with sumptuous cuisine, fine wines, and the best views on the racecourse all adding to the Ebor experience.

Spice Yorkshire www.spiceyorks.com 0845 094 22 00

Eve Ramble: Whirlow

Spice Rambles All Spice walks are designed to be fun, enjoyable, and above all, safe. All the walk leaders we use are experienced and carry first aid and emergency equipment but all walkers must ensure that they are properly equipped for the conditions. You should wear warm clothing, preferably in the form of several layers, and all walkers must bring waterproof jackets and trousers (not jeans). Well behaved dogs are welcome on most walks unless otherwise stated, but must be pre-booked. It is the owner's responsibility to ensure that the dog is kept under control on a fixed lead with a length of no more than two metres at all times. Dogs must not be allowed off the lead at any time. Please bring a packed lunch on day walks. Full details are on our website at www.spiceyorks.com/membersinfo/ramblesinfo All our rambles are graded as below.

1: Strenuous 2: Hard 3: Moderate 4: Easy 5: Easy peasy!

Day rambles initially priced at £5 will increase in price to £8 for bookings received within one week of the event so please book early!

Evening and half day rambles are initially priced at £3 but increase to £6 for bookings received within one week.

Please note that you can now book rambles up to a week beforehand at the cheaper price. At £5 our day rambles are still the same price as we were charging in 1996! We’ve also reduced our guest rates.

New members: look out for New Members Easy Rambles for a gentle introduction to walking.

Below is a sample of our rambles but visit our website for many more!

Eve Ramble: Harewood Hop Date: Tuesday 2nd July 2013 at 7pm Place: Roadside parking Church Lane, Harewood Host: Roy Layton on 07801 070526 This walk uses the Ebor Way and the Leeds Country Way to circle the Harewood House estate.

Eve Ramble: Slowitt, Merrydale & Huddersfield Narrow Canal Date: Thursday 4th July 2013 at 7pm Place: Carr Lane Car park-centre of Slaithwaite Host: Nigel Peterson-White on 07793 710559 Canal and field paths, some steep bits in the middle section.

Grade: 4; Distance: 4 miles.

Sorry, dogs are not allowed on this walk.

Ramble: Castleton to Mother Hill Date: Sunday 7th July 2013 at 10:30am Place: Buxton Road, Castleton (S33 8WN) Host: Paul Hunt on 07973 139084 A circular walk from the popular Peak District village of Castleton Grade: 3; Distance: 6 miles

Ramble: Early Settlers Date: Sunday 7th July 2013 at 10:30am Place: Main car park, Settle, North Yorkshire Host: Nigel Peterson-White on 07793 710559 Visiting not one but two (yes two) of the Yorkshire Dales most famous features. Catrigg Force and Victoria cave.

Grade: 3; Distance: 8 miles Sorry, dogs are not allowed on this walk.

Eve Ramble: In Search of Britain's Best House!

Date: Tuesday 9th July 2013 at 7pm Place: Behind 1885 pub, 400 Stainland Road, Stainland (HX4 9HF) Host: Nigel Peterson-White on 07793 710559 Good paths and tracks, parkland, lots of big houses and some hilly bits near the end. Sorry, dogs are not allowed on this walk.

Grade: 4; Distance: 4 miles

Date: Tuesday 9th July 2013 at 7pm Place: Whirlow Brook Park, Ecclesall Road South, Whirlow Host: Stuart Davies on 07754 853880 The route tonight will take us through the park and along by Whirlow Brook Hall before dropping down into Bole Hill plantation and across the fields to Ringinglow.

Grade: 3; Distance: 4-5 miles

Eve Ramble: Swinsty Reservoir Date: Thursday 11th July 2013 at 7pm Place: Lower Car Park, Swinsty Reservoir Host: Steve Sutcliffe An undemanding 3½ mile leisurely stroll around Swinsty reservoir without hills or rough ground to spoil the chat.

Grade: 4; Distance 3½ miles

Ramble: Stone Circles above Calver Date: Sunday 14th July 2013 at 10:30am Place: Bridge Inn (street parking), Calver (S32 3XA) Host: Roger Letch on 07939 585881 Today we explore the prehistoric stone circles on Big Moor.

Grade: 2; Distance: 11 miles

Ramble: Egypt, Noah Dale and Hoof Stones Height Date: Saturday 20th July 2013 at 10:30am Place: Heptonstall Bowling, Acre Lane, Heptonstall (HX7 7LT) Host: Nigel Peterson-White - 07793 710559 Long walk on woodland paths, farm tracks and rough moors. Can be wet and boggy in Noah Dale.

Grade: 2/3; Distance: 12 miles.

Sorry, dogs are not allowed on this walk.

New Members Easy Ramble: Exploring the Rhubarb Triangle Date: Sunday 21st July 2013 at 12pm Place: Stanley Ferry Pub, Stanley Ferry, Wakefield (WF3 4LJ) Host: Nigel Peterson-White - 07793 710559 An easy flat walk from Stanley Ferry meandering through a landscape of mining, spoil heaps and gravel extraction that has been reclaimed by nature.

Grade: 5; Distance: 5 miles along easy paths, tracks and canal towpath.

Sorry, dogs are not allowed on this walk.

Ramble: Macclesfield Forest Date: Sunday 21st July 2013 at 10:30am Place: Clough House Farm # (SK11 0BD) Host: Mick Cornfield on 07710 192399 Starting with a steady climb using footpaths and quiet lanes to the Chapel in the forest, from here we enter the northern forest to emerge on Hacked Way Lane.

Distance: 10 miles

Eve Ramble: Holmesfield Date: Wednesday 24th July 2013 at 7pm Place: Church car park, Holmesfield (S18 7WT) Host: Stuart Davies on 07754 853880 We will amble from the elevated village on the edge of Sheffield down into the picturesque Millthorpe valley, to walk in the fields and lanes of this attractive area.

Grade: 3-4; Distance: 4 miles approx

Nordic Walking Roundhay An exciting new outdoor walking technique Date: Place: Time: Cost: Host:

Saturday 27th July 2013 at 2pm Roundhay Park, north Leeds (LS8 2HJ) 2pm to 4pm £12 Member, £13.50 Guest Jane Halstead

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Ramble: Aire Valley Amble

Ramble: Howden Moor

Date: Saturday 27th July 2013 at 10:30am Place: Cononley, nr Skipton (BD20 8HY) Host: Steve Sutcliffe Another chance to explore the hidden moors and valleys either side of the Aire valley.

Grade 3: moderate, 2 steep ascents; Distance: 9½ miles; Highest point: 300m

Date: Sunday 11th August 2013 at 10am Place: Flouch car park, Langsett (S36 4HH) Host: Roger Letch on 07939 585881 Starting from Langsett woods we walk along the beautiful beck known as the Little Don then following a track we head out to Langsett Moors. Then we go up to Howden Edge where we have superb panoramic views south over the Ladybower & the Peak District.

Grade: 2; Distance: 10 miles

Ramble: Milly's Cafe and the Flowers of Frost Hole!

Date: Saturday 27th July 2013 at 11am Place: off Burnley Road, Mytholmroyd (HX7 5LL) Host: Nigel Peterson-White - 07793 710559 Meet for coffee and cake (not included) at Milly's Cafe at 11am for a 12pm walk start. Short roadside walk, tracks, woodland paths, short uphill bit in reserve. Can be a bit muddy.

Grade: 4; Distance: 5 miles.

Sorry, dogs are not allowed on this walk. Maximum numbers on this walk is 15 as reserve is an SSSI, so book early!

Ramble: Bamford Edge Date: Sunday 28th July 2013 at 10:30am Place: Mytham Bridge, Bamford (S33 0EA) Host: Stuart Davies on 07754 853880 The views from Bamford edge can be quite spectacular looking down onto the reservoirs below, across to Win Hill and moors and other edges in the area.

Sorry, dogs are not allowed on this walk.

Grade: 2-3; Distance: 8 miles

Eve Ramble: With Pea and Pie Supper Date: Tuesday 13th August 2013 at 6:50pm Place: The Castle Inn, 1 Twentywell Road, Totley (S17 4PT) Cost: £7.50 Member, £10 Guest includes: supper!

Host: Stuart Davies on 07754 853880 It’s the time of year for our last evening ramble. So come along and enjoy a tasty supper arranged at a local pub, which was excellent last year, so we are repeating the event. We will have a short ramble as the nights will be drawing in, and return to the pub for our supper, to finish off the evening. If you can’t make the walk then why not just join us for the supper. Please state when booking any dietary requirements and of course a vegetarian option will be available. The walk will start and end at the pub so you can use their car park if needed.

Grade: 4; Distance: 2-3 miles

New Members Easy Ramble: Nature Lovers and Nature Reserve

Date: Sunday 28th July 2013 at 10:30am Place: Ripley Castle, Nr Harrogate (HG3 3AY) Host: Steve Sutcliffe The trail starts and finishes at historic Ripley Castle, home of the rd Ingilby family since the days of Edward 3 .

Grade: 3; Distance: 10 miles.

Date: Saturday 17th August 2013 at 10:30am Place: Roadside parking by Railway pub, Rodley (LS13 1NR) Host: Nigel Peterson-White - 07793 710559 The reserve itself has various environments and is home to a wide range of birds, ducks and 12 species of Dragonflies/Darters at the dragonfly ponds. There is also a meadow area where many species of butterflies can be seen and also various bird hides dotted around the reserve.

Grade: 5; Distance: 4 miles. Leisurely walking on good riverside and canal towpaths and quiet lanes.

Sorry, dogs are not allowed on this walk.

Eve Ramble: Totley

Ramble: Chrome Hill from Longnor

Date: Wednesday 31st July 2013 at 7pm Place: Shepley Spitfire pub, Mickley Lane, Totley (SK317799) Host: Stuart Davies on 07754 853880 Our route tonight will be around the countryside near the suburb of Totley. We will pass through the ancient woodland known as Gillifield wood before making our route back looking at some of the interesting old halls in the area as we go along. We then will make our way back for a suitable refreshment.

Grade: 3-4; Distance: 3-4 miles

Date: Sunday 18th August 2013 at 10:30am Place: Longnor village # (SK17 ONT) Host: Mick Cornfield on 07710 192399 Starting from the pretty village of Longnor with its cobbled market place we follow the bridleway to cross the river Dove at Beggar’s bridge to climb out of the valley to Earl Sterndale with the pub sign depicting a headless woman.

Distance: 10 miles

New Members Easy Ramble: Canal and River From Rodley

Date: Sunday 25th August 2013 at 10:30am Place: Oddfellows Rd, off Station Rd, Hathersage (S32 1DU) Host: Paul Hunt on 07973 139084 Starting from the lovely village of Hathersage we'll take the Derwent Valley Heritage Way heading south. You will walk along the flanks of the River Derwent where you might catch sight of riverside wildlife in the meadows or riverside woodland.

Heading up away from the flat valley bottom we'll stumble upon the Padley Martyr's chapel which has a fascinating yet tragic history. We will then venture up Bole Hill to find the place where all the stone for the Derwent dams was quarried. Nature has taken the quarry back but there are still signs of its industrial past.

We'll then carry on up to Millstone Edge and start to meander over heather moorland and down Padley Gorge taking us through great walking country and eventually back to Hathersage.

Grade: 3; Distance: 7 miles but can be cut shorter.

Ramble: Nidderdale Way Part 1

Date: Saturday 3rd August 2013 at 12pm Place: moorings near Railway pub, Calverley, Leeds (LS13 1NR) Host: Nigel Peterson-White on 07793 710559 Itinerary: Join me, Nigel for a surprisingly rural walk along another of Leeds’ “Green Corridors”.

Grade: 5; Distance: 6 miles. Easy field paths, woods and towpath.

Maybe muddy areas by river, some small stiles.

Sorry, dogs are not allowed on this walk.

Ramble: The Long and Short of Burbage and Lawrence Fields Date: Sunday 4th August 2013 at 10:30am Place: Sheffield to Hathersage Road (S11 7TZ) Host: Paul Hunt on 07973 139084 The long and short of it is to start from Longshaw and cross the upper Padley Gorge and explore what we find Grade: 4; Distance: 5 - 6 miles depending on your wishes.

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Ramble: Hathersage - Padley Chapel and Gorge and Bole Hill

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Ramble: Windy Miller Walk

Ramble: Ahoy, I see no ships…

Date: Sunday 25th August 2013 at 11am Place: Little Weighton Rd, Kirk Ln, Walkington (HU17 8SP) Host: Nigel Peterson-White on 07793 710559 This is a perfect walk for the bank holiday weekend which even though a little off the beaten track is great for a full day out with good pubs at the end for a potential post walk tea.

Grade: 4; Distance: 8 miles. Good paths and farm tracks over rolling chalk farmland and woods. Good underfoot.

Sorry, dogs are not allowed on this walk.

Date: Sunday 15th September 2013 at 10:30am Place: Car park next to The Robin Hood Inn, Baslow (DE45 1PQ) Host: Roger Letch on 07939 585881 We head along Birchen Edge to Lord Nelson’s monument, passing 3 ships from the Battle of Trafalgar, we head for Wellington’s monument. After a spot of lunch looking over Chatsworth we descend to Baslow & make our way through the grounds of Chatsworth Park.

After walking around the Emperor Lake which supplies water to the Estate we head back to the cars & a well-earned tipple at The Robin Hood Inn. There will be off path walking across open moorland hence dogs must be under close control at all times.

Grade: 2/3; Distance: 9 miles

Ramble: Reservoirs, Lost Villages, Pike Low and Dam Busters Date: Sunday 1st September 2013 at 10:30am Place: Fairholmes Car Park, Ladybower (S33 0AQ) Host: Paul Hunt on 07973 139084 Around the edge of Ladybower Reservoir, then we'll take a path up over Pike Low which is the site of an ancient cairn enjoying an imposing position above the reservoirs. Steep ascent and flattens out.

We will then have a wander along the fringe of the moorlands, looking down on the reservoir as we go and take in some wonderful views of the water from different angles.

We'll make time to visit the Dam Busters Museum which is housed in one of the towers Dam. The museum exhibits many interesting items associated with the Dam Busters Raids and of the lost villages of Derwent and Ashopton.

Grade: 3; Distance: 6 miles

New Members Easy Ramble: Mayor Making in Luddenden Date: Saturday 7th September 2013 at 11am Place: Luddenden Lane (HX2 6RW) Host: Nigel Peterson-White - 07793 710559 Exploring the Britain and Yorkshire in Bloom winning village of Luddenden and its valley of Luddenden Dean. Grade: 4/5; Distance: 6 miles. Leisurely walking on good paths, woodland tracks and quiet lanes. A few short uphills.

Sorry, dogs are not allowed on this walk.

Ramble: North Dean Woods and Norland Scarecrow Festival Date: Sunday 8th September 2013 at 11am Place: Brow Bridge Café, 14 Rochdale Road, Greetland (HX4 8AL) Host: Nigel Peterson-White on 07793 710559 The theme this year is Films!! Last year was music. Norland overlooks the Calder valley and is around 800ft above sea level so the views on a clear day are fabulous.

Grade: 4; Distance: 7½ miles. Good woodland paths, some uphill, moorland and roads around Norland festival.

Sorry, dogs are not allowed on this walk.

Plenty of options in Ripponden for an after walk drink and natter.

Eve Ramble: Norland Scarecrow Festival Date: Monday 9th September 2013 at 7pm Place: Moor Bottom Lane, Norland (HX6 3RP) Host: Nigel Peterson-White on 07793 710559 An evening ramble around the scattered hilltop village of Norland high above the Calder valley.

We follow lanes around the village admiring the talents of the villagers as some of the creations are truly fabulous. We finish off with a short walk along the moor top to blow away the cobwebs and possibly finish off with a drink in the Moorcock Inn. Good shorter walk for those who can't make the Sunday ramble to visit the festival as this is the final day. To see an album of photographs from this walk please visit my Facebook page and view albums.

Grade: 5; Distance: 4 miles. Mainly country lanes around the village with possible walk along moor top if time and daylight allow.

Sorry, dogs are not allowed on this walk.

Ramble: Trollers Gill Date: Sunday 15th September 2013 at 10:30am Place: The Village Green, Burnsall (BD23 6BU) Host: Roy Layton on 07801 070526 The walk starts by following the river Wharfe down to How Gill before climbing gently to Trollers Gill. The ‘Gill of the Trolls’ with its overhanging limestone walls is said to be haunted by ‘a huge cat like creature with shiny red eyes’.

Grade: 3; Distance: 8 miles

Ramble: Fresh Airton Date: Sunday 22nd September 2013 at 10:30am Place: High Street, Gargrave, Yorkshire Dales (BD23 3LX) Host: Roy Layton on 07801 070526 Join Roy and Linda for this grade three, 8 mile moderate rated, South Yorkshire Dales walk. The walk starts in Gargrave near Skipton and crosses farmland to Bell Busk before heading north to the beautiful village of Airton and lunch. A nice surprise here is that the villagers have created a tabled picnic area for our use (well it won’t be a surprise now as I’ve just told you about it). The return to Gargrave is along the Pennine way which follows the river Aire (from which the village gets its name) for most of the way.

Grade: 3; Distance: 8 miles

Ramble: Three Dales Date: Sunday 22nd September 2013 at 10:30am Place: Friden, Peak District # (SK17 0DY) Host: Mick Cornfield on 07710 192399 A walk through three different dales, firstly the gentle farmland to the hamlet of Middleton to descend to the river Bradford through Bradford Dale this wooded dale was the site of the mills, at Alport we leave the river to follow the Limestone Way to Robin Hood’s Stride before the descent to the quieter Gratton Dale, a more rugged steep sided dale, this leads us to the last one, Long Dale easier walking along this wider open dale back to the start.

Distance: 10 miles

Ramble: Crocodile Rock Date: Sunday 29th September 2013 at 10:30am Place: Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire Host: Roy Layton on 07801 070526 The first part of the walk sees us rising up the valley side to Yorke’s Folly. This is also the site of an unusually shaped feature which gives rise to the walk’s title, Crocodile Rock.

Grade: 3 Distance: 7 miles

Ramble: The Great Ridge, Castleton Date: Sunday 29th September 2013 at 10:30am Place: Car park. Buxton Road, Castleton (S33 8WN) Host: Paul Hunt on 07973 139084 The classic ridge walk of the Peak District will give you views of the Dark Peak to the North and the White Peak to the South.

Grade: 3; Distance: 6 miles

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Coming Events July 2013 Monday 1 July Sheffield Ten Pin Pyramid Strictly Salsa York

8 Strictly Salsa York

Tuesday 2 Badminton Concord Eve Ramble: Harewood Hop

Wednesday 3 Monthly Comedy Before They Were Famous!

Strictly Salsa Wetherby

9 Badminton Concord

10 Snakes and Ladders Quiz South Yorks

Eve Ramble: In Search of Britain's Best House!

Snakes and Ladders Quiz West Yorks Strictly Salsa Wetherby

Thursday 4 Eve Ramble: Slowitt, Merrydale And Huddersfield Narrow Canal

Friday 5 Rotating Spice in the City : Huddersfield

Eve Ramble: Swinsty Reservoir

Strictly Salsa York

16 Badminton Concord Dinner Shuffle @ Blackhouse

17 Ghost Tour of York

Free Pub Social/Preview Night Leeds

Girls v Boys: Pool Night (Leeds) Music Club Sheffield

Dogs Racing with Chicken n Chips in Owlerton Stadium

Strictly Salsa Wetherby

22 Strictly Salsa York

23 Badminton Concord

24 Eve Ramble: Holmesfield

Summer Murder Mystery: Bump Off at the Barbecue (Leeds)

Discover Scuba

Free Pub Social/Preview Night Sheffield

29 Strictly Salsa York

Free Social / preview night York

Suburban Spice Night Freddie Mercury Tribute The Royal Opera Puccini's Tosca and Bar Meal

25 Outdoor Theatre: As You Like It

Singing for Fun

Summer Murder Mystery: Bump Off at the Barbecue (Sheffield)

Strictly Salsa Wetherby

30 A-Z Pub Food Tour : Z

31 Eve Ramble: Totley

Badminton Concord

18 Dinner Shuffle Spice Dines Moroccan

The Abyss

Ramble: Castleton to Mother Hill

Freestyle Flyboard Championship and Tapas

Salt Cave Social

Spice in the City : Sheffield and After Party

White Water Rafting

The Believe and Achieve Retreat Walking Weekend - Beddgelert Classics Walking Weekend - South West Cotswolds 19 20 21 Pontefract Beginners Paddleboard Abseiling for the Races - Red Lesson Terrified Shirt Night Chocolate National Dragon Boat Workshop Party Cricket - Yorkshire vs Nottinghamshire Ramble: Egypt, Noah Dale National Dragon and Hoof Stones Height Boat Racing Rounders and Picnic in New Members Easy the Park Ramble: Exploring Rhubarb Triangle Ramble: Macclesfield Forest Water Ski Taster Session National Dragon Boat Weekend Sailing Weekend around the Solent Walking Weekend - Carrbridge and the Cairngorms Walking Weekend - Scarborough and Yorkshire Coast Welsh Ridge Walking Weekend-Arans Horseshoe & Rhobell Fawr 26 27 28 Spice Curry BBC - Behind the Scenes Beginners Kayaking Club visits La at Media City!

Dance Workshop La's Flight Simulator Burlesque Huddersfield Experience Dance Workshop McLaren MP4-12C Thrill Cheerleading Spice Curry Nordic Walking Roundhay Dry Stone Walling Club visits the in Yorkshire Ashoka Ramble: Aire Valley Amble Ramble: Bamford Edge Ramble: Milly's Cafe and the Flowers of Frost Hole!

Moulin Rouge Ball

1 August

Ramble: Nidderdale Way Part 1

Scented Fist Cabaret and Burlesque Zoo Safari Overnight Log Cabin Experience Walking Weekend - Winchester and the South Downs 2 3 4

Strictly Salsa Wetherby Wandering Duck 2 Night Canal Boat Trip - Mid Week Special

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Ramble: Early Settlers

Birds Of Prey Weekend Sailing Weekend around the Solent Serenity Weekend 12 13 14 Last Laugh Beginners Mountain Bike Ramble: Stone Comedy Club Course Circles above Calver Field Archery Day

Eve Ramble: Whirlow

15 Rounders In The Park

Sunday 7 Flyboarding Peterborough

The Great Yorkshire 007 Casino Spice Ball

Ten Pin Pyramid Leeds

11 Book Club Sheffield

Saturday 6 Carsington Easy / Come and Try Mountain Biking

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Coming Events August 2013 Monday 29 July

Tuesday 30

Wednesday 31

Thursday 1 August Stockton International River Festival

Friday 2 Rotating Spice in the City : Wakefield

Ten Pin Pyramid Leeds

5 Sheffield Ten Pin Pyramid

6 Badminton Concord Live Music Night in York

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7 Monthly Comedy Before They Were Famous!

13 Badminton Concord

14 Yorkshire Quiz North Yorks

Eve Ramble: With Pea and Pie Supper

Yorkshire Quiz South Yorks

8 Book Club Sheffield

Pubs Around The Perimeter

Yorkshire Quiz West Yorks

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20 Badminton Concord Dinner Shuffle @ Del Verde

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27 Badminton Concord Discover Scuba

21 Grand Chinese Buffet at Wakefield

22 Live Salsa Music Night and Meal - Revolucion de Cuba

Music Club Sheffield

The Live Lounge in Hirst's Yard

28 Free Pub Social/Preview Night Sheffield

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Sunday 4 Caving for the Terrified

New Members Easy Ramble: Canal and River From Rodley Sausage Making Workshop

Ramble: The Long and Short of Burbage and Lawrence Fields

The Abyss

Tank Battle Experience

Windsurfing Intro

Yorkshire Sculpture Park Tour

Spice in the City : Sheffield Masham Beer and BBQ Overnight Sailing Weekend around the Solent Scottish Golf Break 2013 Strolling and Sketching Weekend 10 11 Abseiling for the Terrified Beginners Surfing Lesson

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Target Archery Day Whitby Regatta and Lunch at Trenchers

Free Pub Social/Preview Night Leeds

15 Dinner Shuffle at Mamas and Leonies Sheffield

Saturday 3 Hawk Walk and Talk

Dining Out in Harrogate

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Perfect BBQ Workshop Ramble: Howden Moor Standedge Canal Tunnel Trip

Ascot Races + Live Concert Edinburgh Festival Weekend I National Murder Mystery + Disco Weekend Walking Weekend - Kings Lynn and the Norfolk Coast 17 18 Improvers Mountain Bike Dinghy Sailing Intro Course Ramble: Chrome Hill Medieval Jousting! from Longnor New Members Easy Ramble: Nature Lovers And Nature Cable Water Skiing and Reserve BBQ World's Wackiest Racers

Tapas and Sangria at Seven Bar and Grill Dance Weekend Extravaganza - 2 nights Fit Camp Getaway Robin Hoods Bay Weekend Away Tandem Cycling Weekend run by Times Two Tandems Walking + Party Night Weekend - 2 nights 23 24 25 Spice Curry Afternoon Tea at Althorp Ramble: Hathersage Club visits Padley Chapel and Gorge The EBOR Race Festival, York Ranmoor and Bole Hill Saturday Buffet at The Tandoori Ramble: Windy Miller Wardrobe Walk Saturday Evening At August Bank Holiday Bar Restaurant Tassili Shuffle London Social Weekend Adrenaline Cocktail Weekend August Bank Holiday Sailing Weekend - Firth of Lorne Bank Holiday Walking, Chill Out + Activity Weekend Edinburgh Festival Weekend II Sailing: Cross Channel/Channel Islands Cruise from Guernsey Walking Weekend - North Cotswolds Hills Walking Weekend - Snowdonia National Park Walking Weekend - South Devon Coast and Dartmoor Walking Weekend - The English 3000s Welsh Camping Long Weekend 30 31 1 September Last Laugh Water Ski Taster Session Comedy Club Real Ale Train Trail

Spice Curry Pizza and Pasta Free Social / Club visits night at preview night Urban Turka Zucchini York Walking Week - Plymouth, The South Devon and Cornish Coasts

BBQ + Multi Activity Evening Saturday Evening at Restaurant Wasabisabi

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Coming Events September 2013 Monday 26 August

Tuesday 27

Wednesday 28

Thursday 29

Friday 30

Saturday 31

Sunday 1 September Thundercats Hangliding - Tandem Experience by Air Tow Microlighting Experience Flight Paragliding - Tandem Experience & Day Couse Ramble: Reservoirs, Lost Villages, Pike Low and Dam Busters Stock Car Racing at Owlerton

2 Sheffield Ten Pin Pyramid

3 Badminton Concord

4 Monthly Comedy Before They Were Famous!

5 Ten Pin Pyramid Leeds

10 Badminton Concord

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17 Badminton Concord

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24 Badminton Concord Discover Scuba at Metrodome Free Social / preview night York

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1 October Badminton Concord

New Members Easy Ramble: Mayor Making in Luddenden

Spice in the City : Sheffield

11 Speed Quiz South Yorks

12 Book Club Sheffield

Speed Quiz West Yorks

Free Pub Social/Preview Night Leeds

18 Music Club Sheffield

19 Dinner Shuffle at BB's Italian Restaurant

Dinner Shuffle @ Cosmopolitan

7 Auto Stunt School

Ramble, Scramble and Dangle!!

Spice Dines at Lendal Cellars

9 Eve Ramble: Norland Scarecrow Festival

6 Rotating Spice in the City : Bradford

26 The Live Lounge in Hirst's Yard

Spice Dines Lebanese at Med-one

2 Monthly Comedy Before They Were Famous!

3 Ten Pin Pyramid Leeds

Ramble: North Dean Woods and Norland Scarecrow Festival Walk with Wolves - Bedford

Ramble: Three Dales Wentworth Woodhouse Tour

Northern Dales Mountain Biking Weekend Sailing Weekend from Poole - Jurassic Coast and Weymouth Scotland's Castles and Glens Weekend 27 28 29 Spice Curry BBC - Behind the Scenes Horse Riding at Farnley Club visits at Media City!

Peak Classic Caves Day Jewel Bridge Abseil and Ladder Ramble: Crocodile Rock Climb Ramble: The Great Ridge, Spice Curry Field Archery Day Castleton Club visits Batley Heritage Trail The 3 Singhs Treasure Hunt and Meal Saturday Evening At Restaurant Maranellos Chill Out Bike Amble Weekend Walking Weekend - The Peak District Ashbourne 4 5 6 Rotating Carriage Driving Hawk Walk and Talk Spice in the Experience Ramble: River Dane City : York Emmerdale Locations Bus Ramble: Route Canal Walk Tour Tank Battle Experience Ramble: Autumn Colours in Luddenden Dean Spice in the City : Sheffield

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Narrowboat Day on Leeds Liverpool Canal

Casino, Meal and Bob Marley (Tribute) Halton Gill Barn Weekend Sailing Weekend around the Solent Walking Weekend - Shropshire Hills and Ironbridge 13 14 15 Chestnut Centre Otter A Day at Flamingo Land Guided Tour and Posh Hot Air Balloon Flight Picnic Ramble: Ahoy, I see no Adventurous Foodies ships‌ Saturday Evening At Ramble: Trollers Gill Restaurant PHO68 Sea Kayaking with the Seals 20 21 22 Leeds Wine Anderton Boat Lift Clay Pigeon Shooting Tasting Experience Ramble: Fresh Airton Flirting for Fun in Leeds

25 Free Pub Social/Preview Night Sheffield

Kill for a Seat Comedy Night 8 Abseiling for the Terrified

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Spice International Holiday Programme As at 15th June 2013

Welcome to the Spice international holiday programme, available to all Spice members as an exclusive benefi t 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

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Spice Trip Walking: The Polish Tatras

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£849

28/07/13

7

05/08/13

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Turkey Summer Sun (1 week)

£150

£599

05/08/13

15

Turkey Summer Sun (2 weeks)

n/a

£1060

09/08/13

6

Moscow & St. Petersburg

n/a

£1575

12/08/13

7

Turkey Summer Sun (1 week)

n/a

£599

16/08/13

15

Vietnam Adventure

£150

£1999

07/09/13

7

Walking: The Mountains of Andorra

£150

£819

20/09/13

3

Spice do Dublin!

£100

£249

28/09/13

7

Walking the French Riviera

£150

£969

28/09/13

7

Cycling – Dolomites, Lake Garda & Venice Ride

£150

£1099

07/10/12

7

Turkey Coast Cruise

£150

£799

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

Date

Deposit

Price from

Lake Garda Autumn Special

£150

£529

Nights

Spice Trip

09/10/13

5

10/10/13

7

La Santa Sports Holiday

£150

£519

12/10/13

15

Highlights of Madagascar

£250

£2399

15/10/13

7

Crete – Yoga & Walking!

£150

£969

01/11/13

11

Surprising Goa!

£150

£1399

03/11/13

3

Mickey’s Magical Fireworks & Bonfire (Euro Disney)

£100

£369

04/11/13

4

Mickey’s Magical Fireworks & Bonfire (Euro Disney)

£100

£419

10/11/13

4

Iceland Discovery

£150

£709

16/11/13

7

Sahara Desert Trek

£150

£899

20/11/13

16

£180

£1799

17/12/13

9

Unique wildlife, fascinating culture & spectacular architecture with Exodus!

Christmas in Northern India

£180

£1749

21/12/13

7

Ski the massive Espace Killy this Christmas!

Ski Christmas –Tignes

£130

£775

28/12/13

7

Ski New Year – Chamonix

£130

£999

30/12/13

3

New Year Mini Break – Venice (almost!)

£150

£599

11/01/14

7

£130

£699

18/01/14

7

Ski Sauze D’Oulx – Italy

£130

£599

26/01/14

7

Ski Val D’Isere

£130

£689

02/02/14

7

Ski Deluxe

£130

£739

01/03/14

7

£130

£649

05/03/14

10

£130

£1199

09/03/14

7

Ski Meribel

£130

£764

15/03/14

7

Ski Morzine – France

£130

£644

22/03/14

7

£130

£699

16/03/14

4

£200

£1695

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!

Combining walks with beachside yoga and delicious local cuisine – a Solos holiday!

Ideal for a spot of Winter Sun! Travel by coach Dover/Calais inc 2 day Hopper Ticket

Travel by coach overnight 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!

Everest Base Camp Trek to the foot of the world’s highest peak!

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!

Ski St. Christoph – Austria

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!

Ski Alpe D’Huez – France High altitude skiing! This price for 1st 10 bookers then £50 increase!

Ski Canada – Banff

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!

Ski Mayrhofen – Austria

One of Austria’s favourite resorts and a short transfer! This price for 1st 10 bookers then £50 increase!

Arctic Dog Sledding

An amazing wilderness adventure with 3 days Husky mushing above the Arctic Circle!

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

TURKEY COAST CRUISE

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.

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.

8 days, Sun 28th July 2013 from £849 Flights from London Gatwick & Liverpool • A new Walkwise destination • Stunning walking in wonderful scenery

MOSCOW & St. PETERSBURG

7 days, Fri 9th August 2013 from £1575 Flights from London Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham & Glasgow • 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

8 days, Sat 7th September 2013 from £819 Flights from London Gatwick & Manchester • A new Walkwise destination • 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.

8 days, Mon 7th October 2013 from £799 Flights from London Gatwick & Manchester • A real Spice favourite • If you want to relax then look no further

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 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 • 2 day Hopper Ticket included • 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!

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.

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

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!

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.

To book visit www.spiceuk.com or call Spice UK on 0161 873 8788 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.

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• Spice is the largest adventure, social and leisure group in the UK. • Established in 1981, with over 10,000 members across the UK, split into 8 regional groups.

• 100s of events every month, professionally organised. All you have to do is book and turn up!

• Unique events you normally wouldn’t have the chance to do, in the company of likeminded people.

• Free personal accident insurance.

• Meet new people, make new friends and widen your social circle.

• Guest spaces so you can bring a friend along.

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• Free events, including cinema nights, gigs and member link ups.

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