The trip north was punctuated by food stops and a very entertaining performance by “Eric” of Jodrell bank as he explained, with the aid of a simulation, what would be involved in a trip to Mars. Outside the theatre he took great joy in explaining how the huge dish radio telescope worked - his talk set the scene for a “STAR” weekend. The Clifton Park Hotel in Lytham Saint Annes provided excellent food and service and was a good base for exploring the local area including  Lytham, Blackpool and Fleetwood, and allowed easy access to the town itself with its’ pier and miles of sand.

The view from the end of the pier - the tide went out for miles!!

1930 tram “Michael Airey” at the Fleetwwod terminal

Margaret and Isobel enjoying the steam train ride to the old steamer terminal on Lake Windermere.

The view from the boat.

Liverpool Anglican Cathedral was visited for Eucharist at the start of the journey back home. The service was led by Canon Anthony Hawley and Deacon Tim Hayward with an address by Bishop Gordon Mursell.