Friday to Monday

Interesting Life Talks

Three nights of entertaining and humorous after dinner talks. Sit back after dinner and listen to the life stories of three people from the world of entertainment. First night we have Britain's most famous Women’s Institute member, Patricia Stewart the original ‘CALENDAR GIRL’ now made into a hit movie starring Helen Mirren and Julie Walters. On the second night we present by Jackie Simmonds, 'MY LIFE AS A TILLER GIRL'. During the 1950s and 1960s the Tiller Girls established themselves as the premier dance troupe on British commercial television, being associated particularly with the iconic Sunday Night at the London Palladium. On the final night we present ‘MY LIFE ON BOARD THE QE2’ the last of the great liners. Mike James was musical director from 1981 until the mid-90s on this world-famous ship. Working with such famous people as Bob Hope, Bert Bacharach and Vera Lynn. Listen as he talks about the ups and downs of life on board ship.

Lincoln

We visit the historic city of Lincoln with its stunning Cathedral, pretty streets and castle, which featured TV’s Downton Abbey.

Burghley House and Stamford

Visit beautiful Burghley, a magical home of magnificent State Rooms, awe-inspiring works of art and priceless treasures. Built in the 16th Century, Burghley is the legacy of William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I. We also visit the attractive stone-built town of Stamford.