June 2013

Wednesday 19th June Postponed new date soon

Lunchtime ‘Here Comes Summer’ Quiz

Date for your diary - further details will be available in due course. Omnibus Committee
 

July 2013

Saturday 13th July Cancelled due to low numbers

Day Trip to Yeovilton Air Day

Few events can rival the intensity, drama and spectacle on offer at the Royal Navy’s premier air show. The Air Day is an action-packed day out for all the family. A spectacular 5-hour flying display will feature fast jets, historic warbirds, helicopters, formation display teams, aerobatics and will culminate with the world renowned Commando Assault Finale featuring troops, aircraft and pyrotechnics galore. There will be entertainment on the ground including side shows, funfair, vintage, classic and military vehicles, service demonstrations, military bands, picnic areas, helicopter pleasure flights, simulator rides, trade stands and much, much more - so whether you’re a wide-eyed first timer or a seasoned air show veteran, the experience is sure to be incredible! Please note, if you live on or near the route, the coach will offer a limited ‘pick-up’ and ‘drop-off’ service for this trip so book your place now for a car-free, no-hassle fun day out! Cost £36.00 (adult), £34 (concession), £23 (child) covers coach travel and entrance fee.

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Contact Fran (before May 31st)/Sue (after May 31st). Confirmation and payment required by 24th June.

f.w.saunders@bath.ac.uk / s.a.briault@bath.ac.uk  
 

Thursday 25th July

Omnibus Second Hand Booksale

On the Parade outside the Library from 12.30 to 1.45 pm. Paperbacks £1 and hardbacks £2. Donations welcome. Purpose is to raise funds for Omnibus to support our activities.

August 2013

Saturday 10th August

Day Trip to Weymouth

When it comes to visits to the seaside it is location that counts; and Weymouth, wrapped around by Dorset’s Jurassic Coast – England’s first and only natural World Heritage Site – basks in a setting unmatched by any other south coast resort. Visitors have been flocking to its golden sands ever since 1789, when Mad King George III took his first royal dip in the briny, using a newfangled bathing machine – a kind of beach hut on wheels. Although he didn’t know it, as he emerged from the waves while a band played God Save the King he had put Weymouth on the map, and turned sea bathing into a national pastime. With its elegant Georgian seafront, best sandcastle beach ever and a harbour deep enough for Channel Island ferries, Weymouth is no run-of-the-mill seaside resort. Book your place now for a car-free, no-hassle fun day out!
Please Note: you could also choose to visit the Nothe Fort Victorian Fayre (entrance fee £6/under 5’s free) – a colourful event involving re-enactors from the Nothe Fort Artillery Volunteers with Bugles, Drums and Cannons! Try your hand at the many interactive events and sideshows including: Hoopla, Coconut Shy and Stocks. Also Ghost Talks; Victorian School Room; Face Painting; Maypole Dancing; Fossil Painting and Victorian Crafts. Throughout the day there will be live cannon firing displays - so plenty of loud bangs and the chance to inspect the guns at close quarters. A great day out for all the family, as well as military enthusiasts! Price: to be announced

Contact Sue by 22nd July with payment

s.a.briault@bath.ac.uk
 

Friday 23rd August 3nights/4 days

Cancelled due  to low numbers

Champagne Celebration Tour, Reims

Includes a walking tour of Reims – 11th century Basilica of St Remi, 13th century Gothic Cathedral where generations of French kings were crowned, Tau Palace and Roman Forum. Excursion to nearby Chalonsen-Champagne with medieval quarter and half-timbered houses, cobbled alleyways and canals overhung with trees. Tour of the stunning Champagne region with visit to Epernay for a paddle boat cruise along the River Marne plus guided tours to a Vineyard and Mercier and Mumms Champagne Cellars complete with tasting  and – oh joy of joys – a Snail Factory! Price is £310 per person plus single supplement. Full details.

Contact Margaret as soon as possible to indicate interest

margarethp@btinternet.com
 

Thursday 29th August

Omnibus Second Hand Booksale

On the Parade outside the Library from 12.30 to 1.45 pm. Paperbacks £1 and hardbacks £2. Donations welcome. Purpose is to raise funds for Omnibus to support our activities.

September 2013

Tuesday 10th September

Lunchtime Annual ‘Autumn’ Quiz

Date for your diary - further details will be announced later.

Omnibus Committee
 

OCTOBER 2013

Thursday 3rd October

Staff Event : Claverton Rooms

Come and join current and new members of Omnibus to discover the full range of activities offered by the Association from Badminton & Petanque to Knitting & Wine Tasting. A number of stalls will be set up to entice you to discover activities taking place under the umbrella of Omnibus with the opportunity to partake of nibbles and to enjoy a glass of wine/soft drink. FREE event.

Omnibus Committee /Simon s.b.fenne@bath.ac.uk
 

Sunday 20th October

Westonbirt : The National Arboretum

Autumn is a fabulous time of year at Westonbirt, the National Arboretum and weather conditions right up to early autumn can influence the time and rate of leaf colouring. Although we can never guess which trees will provide the year’s ‘star turn’, put your best leaf-kicking footwear on and discover guided walks, family activities and workshops in this fabulous national treasure of the Cotswolds. Please note, if you live on or near the route, the coach will offer a limited ‘pick-up’ and ‘drop-off’ service for this trip. £15 per person (coach only) entry to the Arboretum - Concessions £5, Adults £6, Child £2 so book your place now for a car-free, no-hassle fun day out!

Contact Margaret by 1st October with payment

margarethp@btinternet.com
 

NOVEMBER 2013
 

Saturday 23rd November

Day Trip to Cheltenham Christmas Market

Visit Cheltenham Spa, England’s most complete Regency town! Regency town houses, characterized by intricate ironwork balconies and painted stucco facades, line the historic Promenade, squares and terraces. With its award-winning gardens, impressive range of stylish shops and restaurants, and its traditional German-style Christmas Market, there is sure to be something for everyone as the festive season gets underway. You’ll find over 40 traditional chalets selling a wide range of festive crafts and gifts - hand painted Christmas decorations and baubles; wooden carved animals and ornaments; Hungarian and German puppets; jewellery; traditional wooden toys and of course, Gluhwein mulled wine, beer and bratwurst! Price to be announced.

Contact Jane by 1st November with payment.

j.a.j.heywood@bath.ac.uk

Friday 29th November

Cologne & Düsseldorf Christmas Market
 

ologne offers its visitors a grand total of six romantic Christmas Markets in the city centre. Each has its own special atmosphere - Angels and Saint Nicolas’s, elves and Father Christmases as well as twinkling stars, the aroma of roasted almonds and ‘Glühwein’ – all invite you to browse in the festively decorated centre of Cologne. Of course you will discover many other attractions in this historic city – the celebrated Cologne Cathedral and the Historic Town Hall (with the famous ’Platzjabbeck’ wooden grotesque face sculpture which opens its mouth and sticks out its tongue when the tower clock strikes the hour) to name but two!
The Düsseldorf Christmas Market boasts several markets, distinctive gingerbread houses spread among four squares, a boulevard with thousands of brilliant lights and many special entertainments and activities. The giant crystals and twinkling lights on the gingerbread houses enhance the Winter Wonderland feeling of this lovely German city. Price to be announced.

Contact Margaret as soon as possible

margarethp@btinternet.com
 

DECEMBER 2013
 

Tuesday 17th December

Lunchtime Grand Christmas Quiz

Date for your diary - Mulled wine, mince pies and merriment are obligatory for this, our annual Grand Christmas Quiz! Further details will be announced in due course.

Omnibus Committee
 

Monday 30th December

Cinderella at the Bristol Hippodrome

Welcome to the world of fairytales, where poor Cinderella is doomed to live un-happily ever after with her two horrible Ugly Sisters. Marvel as Cinderella manages, with the help of her “silly” friend Buttons and a magical Fairy Godmother, to make all her dreams come true! Watch with amazement as her pumpkin and white mice are transformed into a beautiful coach and horses in this truly spell-binding rags to riches story, but will Cinderella remember to leave the ball before midnight?
These tickets would make ideal Christmas presents! Matinee Performance 2.00pm start. Very good seats centre Grand Circle, 3rd & 4th row. Adult £22.50pp, Child £19.50pc (booking through Omnibus will save you a hefty £7.00 & £10.00 respectively). Please note that this price cannot be beaten and, once our ticket allocation has been met, this fantastic ‘early bird’ offer won’t be repeated. So although December seems a long way off save yourself some money by booking now and you won’t be late for the Ball! Make your own way there.

Contact Simon

s.paul2@bath.ac.uk
 

FEBRUARY 2014
 

Monday 3rd February

West Side Story : Bristol Hippodrome

Fall in love again with the Romeo and Juliet-inspired love story of Tony and Maria, two young people from different worlds who find love in the violence-stricken West End district of New York. The star-crossed lovers find themselves in the middle of the growing hostilities between the Sharks & Jets, West End’s warring teenage gangs. With Tony being a Jets member and Maria being the sister of the Shark’s top honcho, how will they fight for their love and where will their loyalties lie?
With an unforgettable score by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, West Side Story changed the face of musical theatre for ever and now Joey McKneely’s vibrant stage production of this classic dance musical returns to the UK. Songs include Maria, Tonight, I Feel Pretty, Somewhere and America. Best stall seats £40pp (booking through Omnibus saves you £5pp!). 7.30pm start - make your own way there. These tickets would make ideal Christmas presents!

Contact Margaret

margarethp@btinternet.com