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Lincolnshire Quest

A Modern Fairy Tale

Once upon a time, there existed a group of people who would stop at nothing in their search of a good time, the wilder and wackier the activity, the better, especially if it involved lots of food and drink and riotous parties! These people really knew how to live life to the full. So, who were they and what happened to them? Well, they used to be called 'Grimsby & Cleethorpes 18 Plus', but when members became more 'plus than 18', it was felt that it was time to move on and the group closed.

All fairy tales should have a happy ending, but this story doesn't, because it isn't over yet - these people are still here, only they're called 'Lincs Quest', targeting those aged 36 and over…. and we celebrated our 21st birthday in September. Starting with just 5 members in 2002, the group has gone from strength to strength, with a membership now of over 70. The success of the group has been recognised at National level, being awarded the President’s Trophy for best group overall in the country for the last 15 years. 

The bizarre excesses of youth may have given way to more 'grown up' activities, but we still believe in enjoying ourselves. We have a good mix of members, singles and couples, male and female, from all walks of life, with ages ranging from 30s to 60s with an upper age limit to join of 65, although membership can continue after that age.

A full programme of events awaits anyone who wishes to join and activities have included theatre and cinema trips, ghost walks, bowling, hiking, quizzes, boat trips, days out,  themed parties and barbecues, not to mention archery and gliding and holidays.  Fund-raising from charity also plays and important part in our programme and, again, our efforts have been recognised at national level by being awarded the National Charities Trophy.

On the Wednesday meeting nights, we enjoy a variety of light-hearted quizzes or games, played in teams and nothing too serious!  We also have the occasional speaker.  After the evening’s event, we take names for the weekend activities; we usually have events on a Saturday and Sunday, and often other nights of the week too – you will never be bored!

So, if you are from the Lincolnshire area and you want to make new friends, have fun and take part in new activities in a friendly, easy-going atmosphere, then come along. Whether you choose to take part in all, or just a few events, you will always be made to feel welcome.

Lincs Quest group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of every month, from 8.30pm at The Holiday Inn Express, 3-9 Welllowgate, Grimsby DN32 0RA.
For further information, ring 01472 314518 or 07804 240370, or e-mail ebuller@ntlworld.com.

Lis Buller
Chair, Lincs Quest

Printable Activities Programme January - April 2024 (PDF)

Printable Activities Programme May - August 2024 (PDF)

Committee March 2024 - February 2025

Chairman Lis Buller
Secretary Joan Smith  
Treasurer Geoff Buller
Publicity Lis Buller
  Judith  

 

 

 

Activities Programme

ALL EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS

Sat, 6 April
Monthly Meal Out
Great to get together for some good food and a chat.
Start time:  7.00 pm
End time:  10.00 pm

Sun, 7 April
Tealby Trek
Our annual trek in the hills above the lovely village of Tealby, with wonderful views across to Lincoln and passing through the Lincolnshire Longwool Sheep flock at Risby
Start time:  12.30 pm
End time:  2.30 pm

Wed, 10 April
A Ragman’s Teaser
Come along to test your brain in this light-hearted quiz  - the clue is in the title! There will also be an opportunity for a drink and chat and to find out about the forthcoming activities.
Start time:  8.00 pm
End time:  10.30 pm

Fri, 12 April
A Night of Entertainment!
A fund-raising party night being organised by Tina and friends at the Carr Lane Club in aid of St Andrew’s Hospice. Live entertainment and fish and chip supper.
Start time:  7.30 pm
End time:  11.00 pm

Sat, 13 April
Louth Museum and Heritage Trail
Take a visit to this little gem of an idea and then take the opportunity to take the Heritage Trail around the town.  Lots of places to eat and drink too!
Start time: 10.30 am
End time:  2.00 pm

Wed, 12 April
Springing into Easter
Come along to test your brain in this light-hearted quiz with a seasonal theme. There will also be an opportunity for a drink and chat and to find out about the forthcoming activities.
Start time:  8.00 pm
End time:  10.30 pm

Fri 19 - Mon 22 Apr 2024
National Spring Holiday

Sat, 20 April
St George’s Night Celebrations
A great celebration of St George’s Day at a local village, with band and choir.
Start time:  7.30 pm
End time:  10.00 pm

Wed, 24 April
It Started With An R
Come along and enjoy a light hearted quiz.. There will also be an opportunity for a drink and chat and to find out about the forthcoming activities.
Start time:  8.00 pm
End time:  10.30 pm

Sat, 27 April
The Girl on the Train
A visit to the local theatre for their production of The Girl on the Train, billed as a psychological thriller, with many plot twists! Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window every day, happy and in love. Or so it appears. When Rachel learns that the woman she’s been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated.
Start time:  7.30 pm
End time:  10.00 pm

Sun, 28 April
Midland Area Conference

Sat, 4 May
The Searchers – Thank You Tour
A visit to Grimsby Auditorium to step back in time to the 60s and the music of The Searchers on their farewell tour.
Start time:  7.30 pm
End time:   10.00 pm

Wed, 8 May
Call The Fire Brigade!
Tonight we will be welcoming a speaker from the local Fire Brigade who will be giving us advice re fire safety. Come along for a drink and a chat and find out more about the group and its activities
Start time:  8.00 pm
End time:  10.30 pm

Sat, 11 May
A Taste of Eurovision Party – Fund-raising Night for Ukraine
A night to celebrate all things European, with the Eurovision Song Contest, European food and a Euro Quiz, along with a raffle and Sweepstake, all in aid of Ukraine.  Dress code – yellow and blue!
Start time:  7.30 pm
End time:  10.30 pm  (to be continued at home!)

Sun, 12 May
South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum – Canberra 75th Anniversary
A visit to Doncaster to discover the fascinating world of aircraft and flying at this museum. Today also celebrates the 75th anniversary of an aviation icon – the Canberra!
Start time:  10.00 am
End time:  5.00 pm

Mon, 13 May
Classic Movies and the Big Quiz!
A trip back in time at the Parkway Cinema for another classic film, this time Back to the Future, preceded by a movie quiz.  Put your thinking caps on – and your life preservers!
Start time:  7.00 pm
End time:  10.00 pm

Sat, 18 May
Monthly Meal Out
A trip out to the countryside to a lovely traditional village pub. Come along for an evening of food and drink and good company!
Start time:  7.00 pm
End time:  10.00 pm

Sun, 19 May
A Wolds Ramble!
We take a hike in the lovely countryside around Ashby-cum-Fenby and called in for refreshments en route!
Start time:  1.00  pm
End time:  4.00 pm

Wed, 22 May
Music & Film Quiz
Come along and enjoy a light hearted quiz with a music and film these and take the opportunity for a drink and a chat and to find out more about the group and its activities.
Start time:  8.00 pm
End time:  10.30 pm

25th – 27th May
Cleethorpes Folk & Cider Festival
A weekend of live music and cider a plenty! Live music will be provided by a range of unique and talented folk artists from across the country, playing sets from the afternoon well into the evening.
There will be more entertainment to enjoy in the form of Morris Dancing provided by Grimsby Morris.
And, of course, an array of ciders and real ales from the award winning ‘Signal Box Inn’ and food will be available from Sidings Snack Shack until late on Saturday and Sunday evening.

Sat, 25 May
Oliver!
A visit to Louth Theatre for this popular musical – always a sell out!
Start time:  7.30 pm
End time:  10.00 pm

Mon, 27 May
Regency and Roses at Gunby Hall
A visit to National Trust property, Gunby Hall, where we'll be joined by Lincolnshire Regency Society in period dress! There will be the annual rose display and numerous trade and craft  stalls. The Regency era is the years 1795- 1837. Lincolnshire Regency Society aims to promote interest in, and enthusiasm for, all aspects of Regency culture. Bring a picnic and enjoy a truly 'Regency Day'.
a whole host of delightful things. Free for under 5s and National Trust members.
Start time:  10.30 am
End time:  4.00 pm

Sat, 1 June
Toddle & Tipple!
An evening walk, followed by a visit to a nearby hostelry.
Start time:  6.30 pm
End time:  9.30 pm

Sun, 2 June
Wheelbarrow Trail and Open Garden
Enjoy a visit to Barrow-upon-Humber for their delightful wheelbarrow trail. A lovely afternoon following the trail of decorated wheelbarrows and visiting various gardens However, whilst in the area, why not first visit the beautiful garden at Manor Farm at Horkstow, open for charity.  Lovely home-made refreshments on sale.
Start time:  1.30 pm
End time:  5.00 pm

Sat, 8 June
Strike Out! Tenpin Bowling
Another chance to try your hand at tenpin bowling – turkeys anyone?!  A fun, social event with a bit of competition!
Start time:  7.30 pm
End time:  9.30 pm

Sun, 9 June
Open Farm Sunday
Discover the world of farming at Stainton le Vale.  Lots to see and refreshments on offer.
Start time:  10.00 am
End time:  4.00 pm

Wed, 12 June
Peter’s Pot Pourri
Will you come up smelling of roses in this  light-hearted quiz with a bit of everything! Come along for a drink and a chat and find out more about the group and its activities.
Start time:  8.00 pm
End time:  10.30 pm

Sat, 15 June
Monthly Meal Out
A trip out to the countryside for a lovely evening of food, drink and good company.
Start time:  7.00 pm
End time:  10.00 pm

Sun, 16 June
Take a Hike!
Join us as we take a walk in the lovely Lincolnshire Wolds.
Start time:  10.30 am
End time:  1.30 pm

Sat, 22 June
Visit to Waltham Windmill
A visit to explore this six sailed windmill and also visit the Museum of Rural Life and other attractions on the site. Start time:  2.00 pm
End time:  5.00 pm

Sun, 23 June
Jessie’s Tree
A visit to the Parkway to see this locally produced play. Jessie’s Tree is a play in four acts, set in 1918, 1940, 1967 and 1999 and each is a charming and often amusing story in its own right but all have a common thread; Jessie. 
Start time:  7.30 pm
End time:  9.00 pm

Wed, 26 June
Where in the World?
Come along and join in this light-hearted quiz and see where you end up!  Enjoy a drink and a chat and find out more about the group and its activities.
Start time:  8.00 pm
End time:  10.30 pm

28th – 30th June
Cleethorpes Armed Forces Weekend
A full weekend of events starting with a large community carnival on the Friday evening; leading into full a programme of band/live music stage performances. Saturday events start at 1000 and runs through to 2330 with military parade with bands, air displays and military ground assets culminating with a full firework display and substantial programme of patriotic music to end the day. Sunday programme commences at 1000 and again will see large air display, military ground assets, markets, community activities and entertainment across the whole seafront of Cleethorpes.

Sat, 29 June
Sounds of Simon
A visit to Louth Theatre for The Sounds of Simon is a tribute to the wonderful music of Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel, through the years as Simon and Garfunkel, to the successes of both their solo careers.  Explore the friendship that led to songs such as Mrs Robinson, The Sounds of Silence and of course, Bridge Over Troubled Water. The full band will also take you through the pair’s solo careers, with songs such as You Can Call Me Al, Graceland, and Art’s smash hit, Bright Eyes.
Start time:  7.30 pm
End time:  10.00 pm

Sun, 30 June
The Ropewalk Classic Car Show
A trip to Barton-upon-Humber to visit The Ropewalk and admire a large selection of classic cars and vintage cycles down The Ropewalk Promenade.
Start time:  10.00 am
End time:  3.00 pm

Fri, 5 July
The Three Musketeers
A visit to the Parkway for this comic adaption ot The Three Musketeers, with 4 actors playing over 30 characters!
Start time:  7.30 pm
End time:  9.30 pm

Sat, 6 July
Monthly Meal Out
A trip out to the countryside to enjoy an evening of food and drink and good company!
Start time:  7.00 pm
End time:  10.00 pm

Sun, 7 July
A Llama Drama!
A chance to meet llamas in view of the Humber Bridge!
Start time:  2.00 pm
End time:  4.00 pm

Wed, 10 July
Who Sang That Song?
Come along for this light-hearted quiz, enjoy a drink and a chat and find out more about the group and its activities.
Start time:  8.00 pm
End time:  10.30 pm

Sat, 13 July
Wine & Wisdom with Crackers, Cheese and Cake!
Come along and enjoy a fun social night, whilst testing your knowledge on all manner of subjects, enjoy a glass of wine and some crackers and cheese and cake! We will be welcoming members from the Midland Area and beyond! We are raising money for Radcliffe Donkey Sanctuary and, in particular, for our 2 adopted donkeys, Alan and Billy.
Start time:  7.30 pm
End time:  10.30 pm

Sun, 14 July
Summer Artisan Market at Stourton Estates
More than just a fabulous market! Not only is there a wide selection of Lincolnshire creatives, food producers, makers and artists showcasing their goods in and around the Roundhouse in the woods, but you can really make a day of it with Farm Safaris taking you to see the deer, waymarked trails to explore around the beautiful estate, music and a great selection of quality food vendors.
Start time:  10.00 am
End time: 4.00 pm

19-21 July
Great Grub Fest
Back for a second year on Cleethorpes Promenade - ‘Great Grub Fest’ is brought to you by local traders from North East Lincolnshire and will help support local businesses.
Start time: 10.00 am
End time:  8.00 pm

Sat, 20 July
Geezers
A visit to the local Caxton theatre for their latest production Geezers.
Start time:  7.30 pm
End time:  10.00 pm

Sun, 21 July
Boots at Bigby
A walk at Bigby with glorious views over the countryside, and Humberside Airport!  Hopefully, the wildflower meadows will be in full bloom too.
Start time:  2.00 pm
End time:  4.00 pm

Wed, 24 July
Black and White and Spotty!
Join members as they take part in a domino challenge! Come along for a drink and a chat and find out more about the group and its activities.
Start time:  8.00 pm
End time:  10.30 pm

Sat, 27
Popular! Summer Musical Concert
A visit to Louth Theatre for a show full of song, laughter and spectacle, with a musicals theme!
Start time:  7.30 pm
End time:  10.00 pm

Sun, 28 July
Sunflower Trail at Stourton
Come and enjoy a walking trail through fields of sunflowers (approx 1km) and enjoy them in full bloom.  You can take some wonderful photos of the sunflowers along the way and there is a designated ‘picking area’ of the field to cut your stems & take home – so don’t forget your secateurs/scissors!
Start time:  10.00 am
End time:  5.00 pm

Sun, 30 July
Midland Area Conference
at 6 pm via Zoom

Sat, 4 August
Garden Party in Aid of Women’s Aid
A not to be missed event – a summer garden party in aid of Women’s Aid.. Afternoon tea, live entertainment, raffle, book stall and much more!
Start time:  2.00 pm
End time:  5.00 pm

Sun, 4 August
Little Women at Elsham Hall
Enjoy a picnic and Pimms in the lovely grounds of Elsham Hall before being entertained by the Chapterhouse Company with their 2024 summer production, the classic and well-loved story, Little Women.
Start time:  6.00 pm
End time:  9.00 pm

Saturday, 10 August
Fish ‘n’ Chip Night + Optional Walk
A visit to a Fish and Chip Restaurant for that favourite British dish, and, for those who want to work up an appetite, a short walk beforehand.
Start time:  6.15 pm
End time:  9.30 pm

Sunday, 11 August
Treasure Hunt
A chance to explore a little, whilst answering clues – see if you win the treasure!
Start time:  TBC
End time:  TBC

Wed, 14 August
All Things Lincolnshire!
The clue’s in the title - put your brains to the test  and come along for a drink and a chat and find out more about the group and its activities.
Start time:  8.00 pm
End time:  10.30 pm

Fri 16 - Mon 19 Aug 2024
Plus Cambrian Adventure Walking Weekend

Sat, 17 August
Outdoor Cinema – Big Trouble in Little China
CineShow presents another 80s classic at the King George V Stadium.  Book your ticket, bring along a seat and get ready to be entertained pre-film with live entertainment! 
Start time:  6.00 pm
End time:  10.00 pm

Sun, 18 August
Summer Hike
A hike in the Wolds, crossing the Humber Bridge this time to explore the Yorkshire Wolds.
Start time:  10.30 am
End time:  3.00 pm

Sat, 24 August
Lincoln’s Steampunk Weekend
Come along and be amazed at this weekend festival, centred around the Castle and Bailgate areas.
Start time:  10.30 am
End time:  2.30 pm

Sun, 25 August
1940s Festival at Holton Le Clay
After the success of their first 2 years, Holton Le Clay Cricket Club are putting on their 1940s Festival again, featuring the lovely Miss Sarah-Jane singing and a Battle of Britain Memorial Flight flypast. There is also a dance in the evening from 7.30 pm
Start time:  1.00 pm
End time:  5.00 pm

Wed, 28 August
All Secure!
Want some tips on how to keep your property secure, then come along to hear our speaker tonight. Have a drink and a chat and find out more about the group and its activities.
Start time:  8.00 pm
End time:  10.30 pm

Sat, 31 August
Kinema in the Woods
A visit to the historic Kinema in the Woods at Woodhall Spa, which open on September 11th 1922. The Kinema is believed to be the only full-time cinema in the UK still using rear projection. In June 1987 Mr Green installed a Compton Kinestra organ in The Kinema. The organ is still situated in Screen One and played regularly. Details of what is on will be available nearer the time and you would be advised to book online.
Start time:  TBC
End time:  TBC

Sun, 1 September
Picnic and Music in the Park
Pack a picnic and come down to People’s Park for a free afternoon of music.
Start time:  1.00 pm
End time:  3.00 pm


 

 

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