Area: Cheshire

'We have been established for over 50 years and are a group of enthusiastic gardeners, many of whom have a wide knowledge of things alpine. Come and meet us ... on the second Monday of the month, at 7.30 pm for an 8.00 pm start, September to April.'

Meets 'on the second Friday of each month from September until May enjoying a varied programme of talks and events and a friendly atmosphere in which to further develop the hobby of alpines'.

'Monthly speakers' meetings are held 3rd Thursday at 7.45 for prompt 8.00 pm.'

Winter monthly meetings, Wednesday evenings at 7.30 pm.

'A programme of events is organised for the Autumn, Winter and Spring - these include regular jazz and chamber music concerts, a comedy club and a series of talks on a wide variety of subjects, as well as occasional poetry readings.'

'Meets indoors from September to May (but not December) each year. All our meetings are open to non-members. Additional meetings, usually outdoor, are arranged for summer evenings and weekends.'

'We meet on the first Friday of each month (7.30 pm start) ... for talks by visiting speakers.'

'Meetings are held at 7.30 pm for 8 pm on the second Monday of the month.'

'Do you want to find out more about the research that is taking place within your local university or industry and get the opportunity to chat to specialists about their work? Then Bollington SciBar is for you! ...'

'Meets on the first Monday of the month at 6.30 pm except for Bank Holiday - when its the 2nd Monday ... You don't have to join, you don't have to know any science; just ring and then turn up with an enquiring mind. You never know Something may strike you! ...'

'SciBars are open to everyone and are free (except for what you spend on drink or food). The SciBar idea came from the British Science Association and are set up and run by local volunteers. Everyone is welcome although lucky people under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.'

'We meet on Thursdays ... talks start at 8 pm.'

Evening Lecture Programme 'All lectures begin at 7.30 pm ... Refreshments are provided ... All are welcome: attendance is free to Friends of Catalyst, and open to others for a small charge of £2 to help cover costs.'

'We meet ... normally on the last Friday of the month. The Hall is open from 7.30 pm. Presently, there are no meetings in December or July.'

'All meetings are held ... on the first Friday of the month, unless otherwise stated - please check the programme.'

'Cheshire Beekeepers’ Association is organised into five branch areas, each with its own branch secretary and the branches organise their own programme of events throughout the year ... From September to April the meetings are usually at an indoor venue and consist of talks mainly, but not exclusively of a beekeeping or related nature.'

'Meet on the third Thursday of each month ... beginning at 7.30 pm.'

Meetings 'held monthly at 7.30 pm on the first Thursday of each month'.

Occasional lectures and talks.

Monthly afternoon meetings.

'Information about the various meetings around the county can be found by clicking on the appropriate society on the Members page.' (The Association itself also has a Programme of Events.)

'Between the Autumn and Spring (usually September to April) we organize a programme of monthly lectures on Wednesday evenings and Saturday afternoons.'

Offer a range of lectures and talks, some organized by the Society of Friends of Chester Cathedral.

Monthly lectures, Wednesday evenings.

'We meet on the third Tuesday of each month ... at 7.00 pm.'

‘One of the UK’s oldest literature festivals. It was established in 1989 by volunteer organisation Chester Arts 89 and booksellers in the city.’ Held November.

'Meets on a weekly basis from September to April ... on Tuesday evenings from 7.30 to 9.30 pm ... Our meetings consist of a programme compiled to provide a varied and interesting mix of Lectures, Demonstrations. Competitions, Social Events and Outings ... All Lectures are given by experienced Photographers and Trade Sponsored Speakers. These evenings are designed to be both entertaining and instructive, providing something for everyone from the beginner to items on more advanced techniques that will be of interest to even the most experienced worker.' (Also meet at the Grosvenor Museum.)

'The Society meets for monthly lectures, usually in the months of January, February, March, April, September, October and November.'

'We hold four or more meetings in the year. Guest speakers with national and international reputations are invited to give lectures, and then to respond to questions and comments from the audience ... Most meetings have a door-charge for entry and refreshments: there is no other membership fee and usually no requirement to book, and some events are free.'

Programme of evening talks organized by the Friends of Congleton Museum.

'This group meets at 7.30 on the fourth Thursday of the month from September to April.'

'This small group, of around 15 members, meets monthly in winter for talks.'

'Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of every month excluding the months of January and July ... commencing at 7.30 pm.'

'We normally meet between 7.45 to 10.00 pm ... every Thursday from September to May, giving you something to do in the long winter evenings!'

Monthly evening meetings, usually Tuesdays.

Meets 'Monthly, 3rd Wed 7.30 pm'.

Meets '2nd Tuesday of each month at 10.00 am. Except August'.

Meetings 'monthly, 3rd Thursday 1.30 pm to 3.30 pm (no meetings July & Aug)'.

'Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of every month ... We are a lively group and have an exciting programme of speakers and workshops on all topics related to embroidery and textile arts. Entrance Fee is £2.00 for Members, £4.00 for Non-Members. Includes Tea, Coffee and Biscuits.'

Meetings '1st Thursday of each month (excl. January & August) at 7.30 pm'.

'Meetings are held on the third Monday of each month, starting at 7.30 pm, except in July when we have a 'field' visit, in August when we have the month off and in December.'

Monthly evening meetings.

'Meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month ... starting at 7.30 pm.'

'We meet on the third Tuesday of the month.'

'We meet the 3rd Tuesday of the month: 7.30 pm - 9.30 pm. Non Members are welcome. Once our guest speaker has finished our Research Library is open for those wishing to do research. We are open every month apart from December.'

Combined programme for the Society's Groups.

Monthly evening meetings.

Presentations are 'once a month and are given by carefully chosen experts. A wide range of topics is selected to meet the needs of as many members as possible ... Membership is open to all who profess an interest in photography, whether beginner or more advanced, young or more mature'.

Bimonthly afternoon meetings.

Large number and range of lectures and other events at the Museum and elsewhere in Chester listed in regularly produced PDF brochure. The Grosvenor Museum Society also have a programme of lectures and visits; their monthly evening lectures are free for Members, small suggested donation for non-members.

Monthly meetings, Monday evenings.

'All abilities and experience levels are welcome at our club. We have a very varied programme of events.' Meets 'Thursdays 8-10 pm every fortnight (Sept to May). 7.45 pm for 8 pm prompt start'.

'Holds social meetings on the second Tuesday of the month, October to May ... starting at 7.45 pm ... A very varied programme of speakers ensures an interesting evening for everyone.'

Usually held early October.

'All Indoor Meetings are held on the 4th Friday of the month, unless otherwise stated in the programme (please note - some months have 5 Fridays, we still meet on the fourth Friday) ... Members gather at 7.45 for an 8.00 pm start.'

'The club meets on Tuesday evenings at 7.55 pm ... We encourage everyone from happy snappers to hardened long term photographers with all the gear; male, female, young and old alike. So why not come along, learn a little more and see what others are doing or might be able to help you with? The emphasis here is on enjoyment!'

Winter evening meeting programme, 7.00 pm.

'The Widnes Group meet on the last Wednesday of the month ... for 7.00 pm.'

'Meetings take place at 8 pm ... We meet on the second Monday from September to May inclusive.'

Normally meet 'the 2nd Wednesday of the month 7.30 pm'.

'Meetings are held at ... at 7.30 pm - Mainly the 1st Monday of each month September to June.'

'Founded in 1990, meets three times a month for a Workshop, main Lecture and Beginners class. Whether you are an armchair astronomer or a keen meteor-observer, you will find a kindred spirit within the Society ...'

Festival usually held in June.

'Meetings are held ... on Monday evenings from 8 to 10 pm.'

'Inside meetings (September to May) are normally held ... unless otherwise stated, starting at 7.45 pm. Everyone is welcome at all meetings, entry is free, including non-members.'

Winter monthly evening meetings.

'The society offers a series of talks and discussions on literary, philosophical, scientific and related topics. Meetings are held monthly ... during the autumn, winter and spring seasons (excluding December).'

Monthly meetings, Wednesday evenings.

Winter monthly 'meetings are held at 7.30 pm (doors open at 7 pm) ... New Members are always welcome, come and join us and see what you have been missing. No you don't have to be an expert on stamps but there are experts who will help you with your collection. You can also buy and sell stamps & covers in our "Bourse" which is held before and during the interval at each meeting. Visitors are also very welcome'.

Have listed occasional late afternoon talks: 'All speaker meetings are open to the public.'

Meetings 'on the third Monday of the month at 7.45 pm'.

'The Society holds all the indoor meetings ... on the second Friday of each month during the season. All indoor meetings ... start at 7.45 pm prompt. Members and visitors are asked to arrive by 7.30 pm prompt. Admission is free to members and £2 for adult non-members and £1 for children non-members.'

'Meetings are held ... on the third Wednesday of each month commencing at 7.45 pm. There is an admission charge of £1.00 for members and £1.50 for non-members.'

'Club meetings are held on Tuesdays from the beginning of September on a weekly basis through to the end of May. We meet at 19.30 hours for proceedings to commence at 19.45. Meetings can consist of a visiting speaker, member's lecture, members practical evening or a recorded slide and print folio. Roughly half way through the evening there is a tea break which affords the membership an opportunity for informal discussions and socialising.'

Arrange series of mid-week afternoon talks.

'The Frodsham and District National Trust Members' Association website is no longer being updated. Many Thanks to everybody who has visited the site over the past 7 years.'

'Meetings take place ... on Thursdays starting at 7.30 pm.'

Range of talks, often organized by the Boat Museum Society or the Ellesmere Port Family and Local History Society. Entrance is free of charge - unless one would like to attend meetings regularly.

Friends of Ness Gardens Sunday Lecture Series.

'Talks are held ... on Thursdays at 8 pm. Visitors are always most welcome. We serve coffee, tea and biscuits for a nominal charge ... We love our town!'

Monthly meetings, Friday evenings.

'From September to May in Poynton Civic Hall with the exception of the first in the month when we are in Hazel Grove. Our programme consists of top class presentations, competitions, workshops and informal member’s evenings.'

Monthly meetings, Friday evenings.

'The Society meet each Thursday from September to April ... from 8 pm to 10 pm.'

'Norton Priory runs a wide variety of talks and courses throughout the year and details of new events are added regularly.'

'Meets on the last Wednesday of each month from September to April.'

'We usually meet on the third Friday of the month ... Our meetings begin at 8.00 pm, but you are invited to come in about 7.30 pm, to take your seat and meet other members ... You do not need any formal qualifications in Egyptology to come to any of our meetings, but just an interest for the subject ... We make an entrance charge ...'

Winter evening meetings, usually first Wednesday of the month.

'Meetings are on Thursday evenings at 7.30 pm.'

Monthly meetings, Wednesday evenings: 'From its beginning in 2000 the History Group has maintained a programme of monthly talks from guest speakers on a host of local history topics. Visits to local places of interest also feature in the group’s programme. The group manages an archive available to members of local historical documents and photographs that have been donated by local people.'

Monthly meetings in Chester, Monday evenings: 'Both Society members and non-members are very welcome to attend our meetings.' Also meet in Liverpool.

'Indoor meetings are held 3rd Monday of month September to May.'

'Indoor meetings include quality slide shows by some of the country's best wildlife photographers and experts on various wildlife and environmental topics. The meetings cover many aspects of birdwatching and natural history at home and abroad.'

'We hold monthly outdoor meetings throughout the year apart from July. Indoor meetings tend to be held on the third Friday of the month January to April & September to November.'

'We meet on the first Friday of each month at 7.30 pm ... except for August when we have a trip out rather than a normal meeting.'

'All meetings, unless stated otherwise, are held ... at 7.45 pm for 8.00 pm., on the first Tuesday of the month between September and May.'

'We meet every Wednesday, apart from the first in the month.'

'Each year the Society presents a series of lectures on a wide range of subjects, given by local and national experts ... Non-members are welcome to attend lectures, for which there is a charge on the door of £6.00. Refreshments are included in the price. Entrance fees may be altered for special events.'

Indoor Meetings 'are held from September to April ... starting at 7.30 pm on the second Friday of the month. Each meeting includes a talk with slides or film by a variety of speakers'.

Lecture programme: 'All lectures/meetings to be held at 2.30 pm unless otherwise stated in the Tenants Hall, Tatton Park.'