(revised August 2008)
The Society has active branches in Ludlow and Church Stretton each of which runs a programme of indoor talks and Ludlow Branch organise outdoor visits in the area and beyond. All members of the SOS are welcome to take part in branch activities as well as the main activities of the Society.
Indoor Venue is The Methodist Church Hall in Church Stretton and meetings commence at 7.30pm. Admission is free to members (£1 for non-members) and visitors are welcome. For information contact the Church Stretton Branch Secretary - Peter Hammersley on 01694 771864. The branch manages a small nature reserve at Ward's Coppice on the edge of Ragleth Wood.
Next indoor meeting is on 27th October 2008 (details to follow)
Indoor venue is the Bishop Mascall Centre in Ludlow and meetings commence at 7.30pm. Admission is free to members. Non-members are welcome but will be expected to pay a £2 admission charge. For information contact the Ludlow Branch Secretary - Paddy Treves on 01299 270319.
Monday 13th October - Illustrated talk by Gerry Griffiths.
Out door events are listed below.
The weekend trips are by car or coach as listed and places should be booked with the organiser, John MacKintosh on 01584-861688. Book as early as possible for coach trips - a deposit of £5.00 will be required. Bring a packed lunch and wear strong walking shoes.
Wednesday field trips are by car meeting at 10.00am (unless otherwise stated below) and usually end about 2.00pm. These are organised by Jim Martin - telephone 01299 271532 if you wish to join the trip so that cars can be shared and to confirm details of the venue.
Forthcoming Field Trips
(note that dates and venues may change - contact the appropriate trip organiser)
Wednesday 10th September - Half-day visit by cars to Dudmaston Pool. Park in road opposite Dudmaston Hall at 10.00am (SO760892)
Saturday 1st November - Full day coach trip to Point of Ayr (contact John Mackintosh, details above, not later than 17th October)