This group explores local places of to discover local architecture and industrial importance.

Two interesting trips are organised for any U3A group members:

First is to ASTLEY GREEN MINING MUSEUM, Higher Green Lane Astley M26 7LB

Tuesday 12th May at 2pm

1 hour private tour costing £3 donation.

The museum has the last surviving headgear and winding house in Lancashire, plus many exhibits. It is a scheduled monument and listed building. Tour involves one set of stairs. It also has a café which is offering Cream scone and tea or coffee for £4 if prebooked.

The second trip is AMAZON MAN3 WAREHOUSE, Bridgewater Ave.

Bolton BL5 1EE

Wednesday 3rd June 1pm

A free tour of this huge computer robot run warehouse- comes recommended by two of our members.

For security reasons we have to submit email details of all who attend and bring photo ID. Tour is fully accessible for all.

Please let me know if you wish to attend either or both and if you would like the Cream Tea.