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Morecambe and Wise – Britain’s most loved double act.

At our twenty fifth anniversary meeting we were entertained by Steve Short who not only gave us a potted history of the careers of Morecambe and Wise but interspersed this with a variety of magic tricks.


Both Eric and Ernie learned their showbiz skills the hard way, having started very, very early. In 1937, aged only 10, Eric received official recognition by a local newspaper and, prompted by his mother, went on to develop his solo act whereby he sang, danced and played the fool. Ernie on the other hand had become a sophisticated song and dance man in miniature and by 11, was already a broadcasting veteran. The two first met when they were both employed by Jack Hoylake in his touring show Youth Takes a Bow so, they sat together on the long railway journeys between performances and passed the time making each other laugh. Eric’s mum recognised their synergy and encouraged them to form a double act which they eventually first brought to the public at the Liverpool Empire in 1941.

By now, John Eric Bartholomew was known as Eric Morcambe and Ernest Wiseman as Ernie Wise but their double act was short lived when war service called; however, in 1946, they reunited at the Swansea Empire and the rest is history. Their long and illustrious career spanned the stage, television and films and their successful partnership lasted until Eric Morecambe’s untimely death from a heart attack in 1984 at the age of 58. Ernie Wise went on to appear on TV panel shows and in several West End plays, before retiring from show business in 1995 on his 70th birthday. Sadly he suffered two strokes and died in 1999.

In 1977 The Morecambe & Wise TV Christmas Special attracted over 28 million viewers which was over half the population of Britain at that time. Their TV shows were a historic part of British popular culture and their iconic double act and legendary partnership spanned more than four decades. Morecambe and Wise are definitely one of the true great British comedy institutions and many of their catchphrases and visual gags are still recognised and used today by those on the stage and screen as well as the general public.

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25th Anniversary Message from John Lewis regional Trustee

The u3a Regional Trustee John Lewis was intending to come to the 25th Anniversary meeting today, but was unable to as he succumbed to Covid. He has sent the following ecard, click on the bottle to start the video.

https://www.jacquielawson.com/ecard/pickup/rbc0cfbee7cb54211946f5184c5dbb1a9?source=jl999

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March Newsletter

The March newsletter is here…

You can access the newsletter from this post or from the email the majority of our members will receive by the 8th March 2023

If you haven’t told us your email address or if it has changed… to avoid missing out send your updated email details to membership@westwoldsu3a.org.

If you would like to make comment on this newsletter or submit an article for the next issue then please send details to newsletter@westwoldsu3a.org by Friday 29th March 2024.

We would really like to hear from you about any events your groups are involved in. The Newsletter is only as good as the articles submitted by members. We relish any feedback.

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Queen II – Tribute Experience at Louth Riverhead

THEATRE LOVERS

QUEEN TRIBUTE EXPERIENCE

Saturday 20th  April7.30 

At Riverside Theatre Louth.

Tickets £22.00

We have a few  reserved seats left for this performance. Anyone interested please bring either cash or cheques (Made out to  West Wolds U3A) to the U3A meeting next Thursday.

Many Thanks,

Cathy Whelan

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Garden Group March Newsletter

The latest newsletter is available by clicking here…

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Programme for 25yr Anniversary/Monthly Meeting

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The Digital Photography Group – Best Photos of the Month

Here are the photos of the month chosen from our February technical theme of ‘Street Photography/Strangers’ and the Fun theme of ‘On The Edge’ plus a monthly favourite as voted on by the group. Each month we choose challenging themes to go out and take photos to suit.

If you are interested in Photography, why not join us at the New Life Church on the first Monday of the month.

For further photos taken by our group through the months go to our challenge page https://westwoldsu3a.org/?page_id=22714

Street Photography/Strangers

Street Accordion Player in Whitby

Taken by

Suzanne Barker

On The Edge

Coins Stacked on Mirror

Taken by

Christine Slack

Favourite of the Month

Skegness Pier

Taken by

Suzanne Barker

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Spanish Group Newsletter

The Spanish groups’ newsletter for March can be found here

Take a look at our Spanish Newsletter. It’s packed with news about  Easter-always a festive time in the Spanish speaking world when towns and cities hold their own parades.

If you’re not involved with one of our Spanish groups and you’re interested, let the Group Leader know. There’s something for everyone. Full details in the newsletter or at a Monthly Meeting.

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The Digital Photography Group – Best Photos of the Month

Here are the photos of the month chosen from our January technical theme of ‘Simplicity’ and the Fun theme of ‘A Fresh Start’ plus a monthly favourite as voted on by the group. Each month we choose challenging themes to go out and take photos to suit.

If you are interested in Photography, why not join us at the New Life Church on the first Monday of the month.

For further photos taken by our group through the months go to our challenge page https://westwoldsu3a.org/?page_id=22714

A Fresh Start

Breakfast

Taken by

Suzanne Barker

Simplicity

Illuminated Vase

Taken by

Christine Slack

Favourite of the Month

Monochrome Tree

Taken by

Terry Francis

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Future Theatre Visits

Cathy Whelan will be taking bookings and payments for the following Theatre Visits at the Louth Riverhead Theatre at the March meeting, payments are preferred by Cheque or cash at the time. Please come to her table near the back of the Hall to sign up. Cathy has reserved blocks of seats.

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February Newsletter

The February newsletter is here…

You can access the newsletter from this post or from the email the majority of our members will receive by the 6th February 2023

If you haven’t told us your email address or if it has changed… to avoid missing out send your updated email details to membership@westwoldsu3a.org.

If you would like to make comment on this newsletter or submit an article for the next issue then please send details to newsletter@westwoldsu3a.org by Friday 1st March 2024.

We would really like to hear from you about any events your groups are involved in. The Newsletter is only as good as the articles submitted by members. We relish any feedback.

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Garden Group February Newsletter

The latest newsletter is available by clicking here…

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West Wolds 25th Anniversary update

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Spanish Group Newsletter

The Spanish groups’ newsletter for February can be found here

Here’s the Spanish newsletter for February.  Take a look inside and settle down to a good read.  There’s something in this edition for Spanish and AI enthusiasts alike.

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25th Anniversary

Littlethorpe Manor Garden Special Excursion

Click here for poster Full Day Excursion.
Leaves Market Rasen @ 9:00am. Returns @ 17:30pm.

This is a special event to celebrate our 25th Anniversary Year.
Cost just £45.00 per person to include: Coach Travel, Entrance fee to Garden,
Driver’s Tip, Tea and Cake.

Booking and further details are available from:
Jane Guy
Email: jane.m.guy@gmail.com
Full details available on the booking form.

Littlethorpe is an 11 acre site of beautiful formal gardens and parkland.
Something for everyone to explore and enjoy.

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