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Monday – Groups

Updated July 2024

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Book Group Fiction A (People and Places)

Meetings take place on the second Monday of the month, with alternative arrangements if this is a bank holiday. This is an informal group where the only requirement is to have read the book! Members can choose from a list of books provided by Skipton Library which will be emailed in advance of the first monthly meeting Members will need to collect a copy of the book from the library and are responsible for returning it by the due date. The venue may vary, using local pubs to meet. All members should be comfortable with being in a WhatsApp group which will be used for reminders and recommendations of other books and authors- no pictures of pets or grandchildren! 1/9/2025 to 8/7/2026 Surcharge £0.00

Book Group Fiction B (People and Places)

Meetings take place on the second Monday of the month, with alternative arrangements if this is a bank holiday. This is an informal group where the only requirement is to have read the book! Members can choose from a list of books provided by Skipton Library which will be emailed in advance of the first monthly meeting Members will need to collect a copy of the book from the library and are responsible for returning it by the due date. The venue may vary, using local pubs to meet. All members should be comfortable with being in a WhatsApp group which will be used for reminders and recommendations of other books and authors- no pictures of pets or grandchildren! 1/9/2025 to 8/7/2026 Surcharge £0.00

Geology Walks (Out and About)

Alternate Monday mornings: 8th March to 20th September 2027 Please come along and join us on our friendly Monday morning walks, mostly following geology trails of up to 4 miles with a focus on the fascinating geology of Yorkshire. The walks are offered and led by Group leaders but please note we are not experts, just keen to share our knowledge and learn from each other. Walk details will be circulated the week before and will include date, time, meeting place, walk length and geology features. Surcharge £0.00

Racketball (Indoor Fun and Games)

Played on the squash courts at Sandylands, Skipton. Clothing as for indoor sports with non-marking shoes. A reasonable level of fitness is required. Game details: Singles. 2 games played to 11 points with 2 points clear. Players rotate between opponents and courts. Rackets and balls provided. Fees - £5 on a “pay per play” basis. Payable by cash Weekly 7/9/2026 to 30/8/2027 Surcharge - Nil

Tenpin Bowling (Indoor Fun and Games)

2026 Start Sept 14th to Dec 11th 2027 Start Jan 11th to April 25th We play 2 games per week. Just for fun! The cost for 2 games is £6 or £7 per week. Surcharge £0.00

Woodturning in Summer 2026 (Creative Arts and Crafts)

Weekly June to August This group will be held in a woodturning club in Carleton. There will be 10 sessions with a set of medium level projects This course is aimed at those with a bit of experience in woodturning but will not be too challenging. It is not the best environment for beginners as time for individual supervision is limited. NB access to the premises involves rough terrain and a steep staircase. There are no toilet or kitchen facilities in the building or the village so members must bring their own refreshments. As we are hiring a club there is a £20 surcharge and also additional costs for materials. At this stage the dates are indicative. Provisional Dates for 2026 sessions: June - 08, 15, 22, 29, July 09,13,20,27, Aug 10,17 Surcharge £20.00