_Q2 Riverside and woodland walk in Respryn Nature Reserve to hear the spring dawn chorus. With luck we might see breeding dipper, kingfisher and pied flycatcher. Bring warm, waterproof clothing in case of wet weather, drinks, and binoculars.

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Sunday 22nd June

Smallholders’ country fair and market

Pencarrow House and Gardens, Bodmin

_Q6 Garden produce and plants from the surrounding countryside. _Q8 Rural skills and crafts, including brass band, dog show, dog agility, sheep herding and shearing. Games and fun for the children activities.

For more details call 01840 250586.

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Saturday 28th June

St George’s Island

10.00 am-12.30 pm. Transport by boat leaving promptly from the Lifeboat Station, East Looe seafront.

Gentle walk and talk by an expert on the wonderful and diverse bird life that visits the island. Wear suitable footwear and clothing, bring food and drink.

Cost £7.50. Booking is essential, on 07933 765581. _Q4 Trip may be cancelled in the event of strong winds or heavy rain.

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Monday 30th June

Exploring local ponds and rivers

2-4 pm. Meet at car park opposite Kit Farm.

Come and find out about all kinds of creatures living in water. _Q1 Children under 16 to be accompanied at all times by an adult. _Q7 Please bring sun cream, sun hat, sketch pad and pencils – but no pets. Nothing to pay, but booking is advisable (01872 468323).

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Thursday 3rd July

Fowey estuary

10 am. Meet at White cross car park.

A unique opportunity to explore the beautiful estuary of the Fowey. Light and stable Canadian canoes have plenty of space. Full instructions and equipment provided. No previous experience necessary, though _Q5 you must be used to strenuous exercise! Approx 4 hours.

Adults £25; Children £20. Book on 01208 265220.

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Saturday 12th July

Craft fair and coffee morning

9.30am-12.30pm. Millbrook Village Hall

Variety of stalls selling wooden toys and puzzles, jewellery, hand-painted silk scarves, textiles, silks, ceramics and soaps. All made by hand in the local area.

_Q3 Free entry. Disabled access.

More details at www.roymarg.com

Closure of leisure facilities

I am writing to inform you about planned maintenance work.

Both the Kids Pool and the Toddlers Pool will be closed from Monday 2nd February, for approximately one week. The 25-metre Pool will remain open during this period, as will the Gymnasium and Squash Courts. However, due to being in the area which has to be cordoned off for safety reasons, _Q9 the Steam Room will be inaccessible too. The maintenance work is as follows:

• Clean 2 filters and replace 7 tonnes of filter sand;

• _Q10 Completely empty the Kids Pool and the Toddlers Pool and refill with fresh water;

• Replace broken tiles where necessary.

_Q11 The cost of maintenance work might affect membership fees. NOT GIVEN.

Our objective is to re-open these facilities on Monday 9th February at 7.00am. However, members are advised to telephone or check our website to confirm that the work has been completed on schedule.

This work will cost the club in the region of £7,000 and will significantly _Q12 improve the water quality.We will also take the opportunity to make some improvements to both male and female changing rooms. However, as this does not involve structural work, and can be done in stages, it will not be necessary to close these.

_Q13 Any scheduled swimming lessons which have to be cancelled during the closure period can be either reimbursed or re-arranged. Please inform staff at Reception of your preference, and they will make the necessary arrangements.

We plan to carry out the same maintenance process with the 25-metre pool in June. _Q14 Further details about arrangements for this will appear in our Members’ Newsletter in May.

This work is essential, and we will endeavour to keep the disruption to a minimum. Meanwhile please accept our apologies for any inconvenience.

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