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Contents
Please Contact Phil On:0113 2324456
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Page2 - Letter From Your Chairman3 - December Quiz - Answers4 - January Sudoku5 - Joining HASSRA6 - AGM10 - HASSRA Pop Quiz and York Races11 - Bakewell and Buxton Trip13 - Yoga Club14 - Golf Society15 - Angling and Craft Club16 - Craft Club18 - Quarry House Choir21 - Walking Club25 - Running Club27 - Liven up your Lunch28 - Member’s Reviews29 - The Forum Adverts34 - HASSRA Y&H and National35 - Ticket Offers38 - Member Benefits47 - Clubs and Activities48 - Club Activity Programme49 - Booking Form and T&C
Volume01/17
Deadline for Next IssueArticles
26/01/2017
January
25thAnniversary Year
JanuaryA letter from your chairman…
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Dear Members
This is the first newsletter of the new year and2017 is a special year as it is 25 years sinceQuarry House opened and HASSRA Leedswas born. HASSRA Leeds are planning aseries of events to mark our 25th anniversary– we may even recreate the calendar wedid for our 10th! You’ll hear more aboutthese during the course of the year.
The year also starts with a time ofconsiderable change within one of our hostDepartments. At the end of this month theDepartment of Heath will be some 30%smaller than this time last year. A lot of mycolleagues have decided to seek pasturesnew – myself included. As I am retiring – I canno longer remain as your Chairman so after17 years I shall be handing the reins over tosomeone else. For those of you who areleaving did you know you can remain as aHASSRA member you can find details andinformation here.
I remember my first day working here(28/09/92) when we were only able to enterthe building through the “players tunnel”which led to the lift in the south east cornerof the building. The building and our workinglives have changed enormously since then.Who remember s not having access to theinternet at our desks? How did we manage?For me the one thing that hasn’t reallychanged is HASSRA and how importanthaving such an organisation in theworkplace is. HASSRA’s strength is itsvolunteers and HASSRA Leeds has beenblessed to have some of the best – a massivethank you from the bottom of my heart to allof you. Please keep up the good work!
I’m not the only one who because we’vedecided to leave cannot remain as aHASSRA Leeds official – Peter Blinston will be
standing down as Treasurer. I would like torecord my personal thanks to Peter for all hishard work and his support for HASSRA Leeds.It’s right that we have a treasurer whoquestions our use of members monies andkeep us on the straight and narrow – ThanksPeter.
If anyone out there has been thinking aboutgetting involved please don’t think anylonger - in the words of a famous sports warecompany JUST DO IT! The AGM will be on 22February in the Woodpecker andapplication forms for membership of theCommittee are included in this month’snewsletter.
As I said at the beginning a number of us areleaving together and will be marking theoccasion with a few beverages in theWoodpecker on Friday 27 January. The planis to start as we did back in the day at 4pmwe might even have a good deal on theprice of beverages!! Please do join me andmy colleagues as we say goodbye to work inthe Civil Service.
It has been my pleasure and my greathonour to have been your Chairman. I haveso many fond memories I couldn’t begin tolist them all! I’ve been to some interestingplaces; had fun evenings in the Woodpeckerand beyond as well as been extremelyfortunate to make many great friendsincluding meeting my partner throughHASSRA. It is with great personal sadnessthat I resign as your Chairman and send mybest wishes to your new Chairman andCommittee.
Catriona Patterson
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December Quiz - Answers
1. Ed Sheeran 2. Kanye West 3. Kate Middleton/Windsor 4. Andy Murray
13. Taylor Swift 14. Justin Beiber 15. Adele 16. Wayne Rooney
5. Natalie Cassidy 6. Donald Trump 7. Ed Balls 8. Jessica Ennis-Hill
9. Leonardo DiCaprio 10. Ant McPartlin 11. Alan Sugar 12. Daniel Craig
There were 21 entries, 16 of which were correct.The winner is Debra Creasser.
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Your name and membership number:__________________________________________________________Location____________________________________Tel:________________________________________Please send your completed quiz to Phil Hepworth, Forum Reception by 21st January COP.
All correct entries (or highest score) will be entered into a prize draw for £30. Members only.
January Sudoku
8 3 56 3 9 8 1
1 82 1 5 6
8 7 44 5 1 3
57 3 1 2 81 2 7 9
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Joining HASSRARead our ‘Join Us’ Membership Booklet
to find out more about our discounts, offers,benefits and free prize draws. It also includes a
membership and lottery application form.You can join HASSRA if you work for or are retired from the:• Department of Health, or• NHS• Department for Work and Pensions, or• Food Standards Agency, or• Executive agencies and related bodies of these organisationsStaff employed by private contractors working on departmental business may also applyIf you work for DWP click here for the membership application formIf you work for DH or ATOS Origin, Cofely, NHS England, Health Education England, MyCSP, PublicHealth England, Trillium, NHS Property services complete the form here.Please make sure that you click the correct ‘Submit Form’ button when returning your completedapplication.
Becoming a National Associate MemberIf you don’t fit into any of the categories above,you can apply to join the HASSRA NationalAssociate Membership Scheme (NAMS) if you:
• Are currently a member of HASSRA under the“25 year rule”, or• Have in the past 12 months been a member ofHASSRA but have had to leave because you areno longer employed by one of the qualifyingorganisations listed above, or• Have in the past been a HASSRA member andare currently a member of a HASSRA regionalassociate membership scheme, or• Are employed in one of the qualifyingemployers listed above but your employer will notdeduct subscriptions directly from your salary.
For more information on the National AssociateMembership Scheme please click here.National Associate Membership Scheme (NAMS)– membership application form and lotteryapplication form.To apply for National Associate Membership,complete the form here.
Child Associate Membership of HASSRA LeedsChildren of HASSRA Leeds members can join foronly £5 per year. This entitles them to join in anytrips or events at HASSRA Leeds prices. To takeout child membership, please call at the ForumLeisure centre reception desk and ask for thechild associate membership form or ring theleisure centre on 0113 2324456
HASSRA Leeds Associate MembershipHASSRA Leeds members can sponsor up to 5Associate members of HASSRA Leeds. This entitlesthem to join in any local events or trips at HASSRALeeds prices and take account of any localoffers. HASSRA Leeds Associate Members can’ttake up any National offers or join the NationalHASSRA lottery but it’s a great way of enablingfriends and family to join a HASSRA Leeds trip orevent. Associate membership costs £33.00,payable in one lump sum at the Forum leisurecentre.
How much does it cost?National Membership and National AssociateMembership cost just £1.99 per month. Themonthly subscription is deductible from yoursalary or civil service pension or payable 12months in advance if you belong to the HASSRANational Associate Membership scheme.Hassra Leeds Associate membership costs £33.00per year.
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WANTED...Willing Helpers for HASSRA Leeds
HASSRA Leeds is run by volunteers like you. If you want to be involved as a member of theBoard of Management, or help organise events, clubs, activities, or communications, now’syour chance! Our Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday 22nd February at 12:30in the Woodpecker Bar when we’ll be voting on roles and responsibilities in the club for 2016.
If you are interested, complete the relevant nomination form, have it nominated andseconded by HASSRA Leeds members. E-mail the completed nomination form with a briefpen portrait of yourself to Simon Jarrold [email protected] or by post to: Room3S25, Quarry House, Quarry Hill, Leeds LS2 7UA by 3rd February at the latest. All nominationsreceived will be used in the election process at the AGM.
Roles in HASSRA Leeds
Trips & EventsFancy having a go at organising a couple of trips in the next 12 months? By joining theEvents Committee you will:
1. Meet once a month to discuss a programme of activities and agree subsidies within guidelinesissued by the HASSRA Leeds Board of Management.
2. Help organise a couple of trips or events for our members, involving:
- Liaising with travel companies for prices/itinerary/adverts
- Being the contact point for cheques, issuing receipts, checking membership details and booking places
Communications CommitteeThis group is responsible for general communication issues – in particular they haveresponsibility for the HASSRA Leeds Newsletter and the HASSRA Leeds Website.
Finance & Clubs Development CommitteeWant to have a say in how HASSRA funds are distributed to our sports & leisure clubs?Would you like to help members set up new clubs? This committee:
● decides on funding applications which are submitted during the year by our clubs;
● encourages new ideas from clubs & members and the setting up of new clubs; and
● provides advice to club officials regarding record keeping (accounts etc) and monitorssuch records throughout the year.
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Leisure Centre Contract Management GroupDo you use the Forum regularly and have in interest in maintaining/improving the serviceprovided? If so, this is the group for you!
Board of ManagementThe BOM provides the guidelines under which the various committees work allowingthe committees to manage the club with the BOM setting the overall strategicdirection. The BOM is responsible for:- promoting and encouraging the development of the Club and its activities;- developing existing clubs;- supporting and encouraging new clubs in line with members wishes;- ensuring the business of the Club is conducted efficiently, effectively, economicallyand in line with HASSRA guidance/best practice;- creating a positive environment for members to enjoy activities in line with theobjectives; and- ensuring the provision of a high standard of customer service to all members.
Motions to the AGM
Motions from members must be submitted in advance and in writing, together withaccompanying notes to fully explain the reasoning behind the motion, by 3rd February atthe latest.
Please send either by email to Simon Jarrold [email protected] or by post to:Room 3S25, Quarry House, Quarry Hill, Leeds LS2 7UA.
All HASSRA Leeds Members (full, retired or associate) can attend and participate at theAGM.
ApologiesAnyone wishing to formally record apology for non-attendance should do so via returningthe attached slip
To: Simon Jarrold Room 3S25, Quarry House
I would like to tender apologies that I will be unable to attend the AGM onWednesday 22nd February 2016
Name..................................................................................................................
Room Number/Location or home address...................................................................
Single Activity Club (if appropriate)...............................................................................
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Nomination for HASSRA LeedsSub Committees
Name.............................................................................................................................
Room/Location...............................................................................................................
Phone Number..........................................................................................................................
Signature of Nominee________________________
We confirm we are HASSRA Leeds members & wish to nominate the above person to serve on thecommittee in the position indicated below (* please delete as appropriate):
1. Trips & Events*Chair (please note that the Chair will also serve on the Board of Management)*Ordinary member
2. Finance & Development of Clubs*Chair (please note that the Chair will also serve on the Board ofManagement)*Ordinary member
3. Communication*Chair (please note that the Chair will also serve on the Board ofManagement)*Ordinary member
4. Leisure Centre Contract Group*Chair (please note that the Chair will also serve on the Board of Management)*Ordinary memberNominated by:
1. Name..................................................................................................................
Room/Location.........................................................................................................
Phone Number.....................................................................................................................
Signature_____________________________________________
2. Name..................................................................................................................
Room/Location……………………………………………………………………………
Phone Number.....................................................................................................................
Signature_____________________________________________
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Nomination for the HASSRA LeedsBoard of Management
Name.............................................................................................................................
Room/Location...............................................................................................................
Phone Number......................................................................................................................
Signature of Nominee................................................................
We confirm that we are HASSRA Leeds members & wish to nominate the above person toserve on the BOM in the following position (*please delete as appropriate):
*Chair*Secretary*Treasurer*Ordinary Board Member
Nominated by:
1. Name..................................................................................................................
Room/Location....................................................................................................
Phone Number...............................................................................................................
Signature.............................................................................................................
2. Name..................................................................................................................
Room/Location....................................................................................................
Phone Number...............................................................................................................
Signature.............................................................................................................
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HASSRA LEEDS POP QUIZTUESDAY 14 MARCH 2017 – 17:30
HASSRA LEEDS ARE HOLDING A POP QUIZ AT CAFÉ VITA –COME ALONG AND TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF
POP MUSIC THROUGH THE DECADES
PRIZES TO BE WON AND FREE BUFFET INCLUDEDTEAMS OF UP TO FOUR PEOPLE – TO REGISTER A TEAM
PLEASE CONTACT SIMON JARROLD (AND PLEASEINDICATE HOW MANY PEOPLE WILL BE IN YOUR TEAM)
SHOULD BE A FUN NIGHT POP PICKERS! – SEE YOU THERE!
HASSRA LEEDS DAY TRIP TO YORK RACESSATURDAY 29 JULY 2017
A DAY’S RACING AT YORK RACESFOLLOWED BY LIVE MUSIC (BAND YET TO BEANNOUNCED BUT LAST YEAR IT WAS THECORRS PERFORMING)
ENTRY TO GRANDSTAND AND PADDOCKAREA OF THE RACECOURSECOACH FROM QUARRY HOUSE ANDDROPPING OFF AT QUARRY HOUSE AFTERTHE RACING AND MUSIC
APPROXIMATE TIMINGS MID MORNING DEPARTURE FROM QUARRY HOUSE ANDBACK AT QUARRY HOUSE APPROX 20:00FURTHER DETAILS TO BE ANNOUNCED IN FEBRURAY’S NEWSLETTERFOR INFORMATION AND EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST PLEASE CONTACT SIMONJARROLD AT [email protected]
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HASSRA LEEDS Bakewell & Buxton trip 2017Includes tours of Riverside Brewery & Derbyshire Winery
Friday 23rd June – Sunday 25th June (2 nights / 3days)HASSRA Leeds members from £99 (single supp £39)
Join us for a welcomed weekend trip, exclusive to HASSRA Leeds. Executive coach travel fromQuarry House, staying at the 3* Best Western Stuart Hotel, Derby, for 2 nights B&B.
Visits to the charming spa town of Buxton, with an optional excursion to Pooles Cavern for thosewishing to venture underground and billed as “Natural Wonder of the Peak District”http://poolescavern.co.uk/ Time will also bespent in Bakewell, the ancient capital of thePeak District with opportunities to sample thelocal delights, tarts, beers & wines!
Evenings in Derby, allowing you the choice ofwhere to eat, drink and wander at will.
Full Itinerary:
Friday 23rd June – Depart Quarry at 10am and travel to Buxton. Ample free time for exploration ofthis spa town with Georgian architecture, thermal baths and shops centred around a shoppingarcade built over the River Wye by the Spring Gardens. For those who have pre-booked the optionalexcursion to Pooles Cavern, you will be accompanied by a guide to explore the vast limestonecaverns and wonder at the crystal stalactites & stalagmites that are now lit with expert lighting. Laterin the afternoon the coach will continue to Derby and the centrally located Best Western Stuart Hotelwhich is 5 minutes’ walk from the city centre. This hotel has its own restaurant and bar for those notwishing to venture far, free wiFi in public areas, 24 hr room service and all rooms en-suite withhairdryers and TVs.
Saturday 24th June – Today is spent in Bakewell, which received a royal charter as a market town in1330. Bakewell’s Farmers Market is generally held on the last Saturday of each month and attractsaround 70 stall holders who showcase local foods of the Peak District and craft foods & drink. In theafternoon we include a tour of the Riverside Brewery and a sample of 3 halves of beer per person. Afurther visit has been arranged to the nearby Derbyshire Winery where in the ensuing hour you willhave the chance to sample between 8 – 12 wines, staving off the effects with cheese & crackersbefore returning to the coach for the journey back to Derby with a complimentary 375ml bottle ofwine!
Sunday 25th June – After breakfast we check out of the hotel and travel to Barton Marina, situated onthe Trent & Mersey canal http://bartonmarina.co.uk/ This visit allows you time to take a walk aroundthe lakes and woodland and indulge in some shopping before partaking of the many eateries thatare available. The coach will depart from here in the early afternoon to return to Quarry House.
Price: HASSRA Leeds members Non-MembersPer person £99 £200Single supplement £39 Limited rooms available £78 Limited rooms availablePooles Cavern £7 £10
DEADLINE for Applications – 31st January 2017 (Balances will be required by 1st May 2017)
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BUXTON & BAKEWELL TRIP - 23rd June – 25th June 2017Send completed form with deposit to:
Julie Goodall, 1 Coniston Way, Goole, DN14 6JL (was Julie Chapman, now retired)
Queries to – [email protected]
Do you have any special dietary or ability requirements?
Name of lead contact:
Address (Work or Home)
Phone Mobile
Please ensure that you provide full contact details. Failure may prejudice your booking.
If travelling alone, would you like to "buddy" in a twin room with another tripper of the same sex, to avoid thesingle supplement? YES / NO
Would you be willing to "buddy" if you have requested a single room but none is available? YES /NO
§ Balances will be required by 1st May 2017
Cheques to be made payable to HASSRA Leeds . In the event of over-subscription, a ballot will be held anduncashed cheques will be returned to unsuccessful applicants.
· Remember to enclose your cheque with the application. Cheques will not be banked until after theclosing date, but bookings will not be accepted without a completed application together withcheque.
Insurance should be considered and include cover for medical treatment, an emergency helpline, andrepatriation cover – see also para 5 of the terms and conditions.
· Applicants requiring confirmation that booking form & cheque has been received must enclose aself-addressed envelope/grid.
Please refer to full terms and conditions when applying as printed in the Newsletter and onHASSRA Leeds website www.hassra-leeds.org
Name HASSRALeedsmemberYes/NoNo. if known (foundon back of Forumcard eg: LEE00001)
Type of RoomDouble/Twin/Single/Family
D/T/S/F
PooleCavernTripYes/No
Amount ofDeposit£30 perperson
Balance ofcost of Trip
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YogaClub
NEW FOR 2017
Join our new club and become a yogi!
Who is it for:· It’s for people who currently enjoy yoga and want to develop their practice
· It’s for people who currently enjoy yoga and just want to do more yoga!
· It’s for people who have a mild curiosity about yoga but have never tried it
· It’s for people who have never been tempted… but might be now that theyare reading this advert………
What we plan to offer:
Subsidised tickets to the Leeds Wellness festival in the summer of 2017Cashback back on yoga workshops (try a handstand workshop….its fun)Free places on taster sessions e.g. Rocket yoga, Roga, Dru YogaCashback on yoga courses e.g. a beginner’s course or a Roga course
The Forum gym at Quarry House already offer 2 yoga classes, no experiencedrequired and they provide all the equipment.These are:- Ashtanga - Tuesday 17:45 - 19:00- Yoga - Thursday 12:20 - 13:00
Membership will cost £10 on top of your HASSRA membership and is valid for 1 year.
If you wish to join please email [email protected] for further details.
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GolfSociety
SUBSIDISED LESSONS
· HASSRA Leeds Golf Societyoffers private golf lessons, arranged witha golf professional of your choice.
· We will subsidise your lessons by 50%, up to a maximum of £100 permember per year.
· Most golf clubs offer individual lessons, lessons in pairs and grouplessons.
· You must be a Full, Retired or Associate member of HASSRA Leedsand have paid your memberships subscription to the Golf Society totake advantage of this offer.
WHAT TO DO NEXT· Once you have paid for your lessons and have a receipt, please send
it to:Brendan French, Room Zone F, 1S25 Quarry House, Leeds LS2 7UA.
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HASSRA Leeds Angling & Craft Clubs
Join us for a three day break inCambridgeshire Thursday22nd to Saturday 24th June 2017
Join us for a three day break inCambridgeshire Thursday 22nd to
Saturday 24th June 2017
The HotelThe hotel is located on the main high street of themarket town of March, Cambridgeshire. It has amplefree parking and provides facilities to the higheststandards with comfortable bedrooms and air-conditioning. We will enjoy free membership to thehotels leisure facilities during our stay.
The FishingOn the Thursday and Friday we will be fishing atDecoy Lakes near Whittlesey. The complex is one ofthe best commercial fisheries in the country. We willpractice on the Beastie Lake which is the oldest andlargest on the complex on the Thursday. The followingday we will have a 6hr match on Six Islands Lakewhich boasts an average stamp of fish approaching10lb!
On the Saturday we will be fishing a 5hr match onCock Bank one of the many local drains controlled byWhittlesey Angling Association.
The Craft Activity
We will spend a day hand dyeing yarn and fabric atSpin City in the beautiful fen village of Waterbeach.After a gentle foraging walk we will take part in ahand dying yarn or fabric workshop.
A full day workshop at Rachel Dormer Ceramics mak-ing a porcelain jug or vase with time to have a goon the potter’s wheel. It takes 3-4 weeks for ceramicsto be glazed and fired so our pieces will be sent on tous afterwards.
An evening of jewellery making at The Beaderie inCambridge will give us the chance to see thecolleges and bridges over the river Cam by twilight.
Please note that additional charges might be madefor the craft activity.
The Price
HASSRA Leeds Members single room 2 nights DB&B£90.00
Non-members single room 2 nights DB&B £175.00
Two HASSRA Leeds Members double/twin room 2nights DB&B £120.00
Non- members double/twin room 2 nights DB&B£240.00
Not included in the price
TransportActivities other than fishing
Please send booking forms with a deposit of £30 perroom to George Roe, Room 1S25 Quarry House,Quarry Hill, Leeds, LS2 7UA by 13th January 2017.Cheques should be made payable to Quarry HouseAngling Club.
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CraftClub
Annoyingly before Christmas our 2 lovely knitteddolls that sat under the tree in the canteen weretaken. These dolls were to be raffled for a localcharity. If anyone knows of their whereaboutsplease either put them back or contact JanetCoy. There will be no questions asked.
Crafting for ChristmasThe Craft Club was extremely busy in the run up toChristmas, not only did we met every Thursdaybetween 12 and 1pm to finish all those Christmasprojects ,that we haven’t had chance to finish athome, but we held 3 workshops for members andnon-members which were well attended andenjoyed by all. Below are results of some of theactivities that took place.
Afternoon Tea and Crafting10 of us spent a fabulous afternoon at the PaperHaven in Farsley making a Christmas project usingStampin Up products and eating a scrumptiousafternoon tea. We were taught by the lovely Juliewhose patience we definitely tried. Everyoneenjoyed themselves as you can see by the resultsbelow. We will definitely be organising anothersession later in 2017
Crafting and WellbeingWe have forged a strong relationship with theWellbeing team in Quarry House, and some of ourevents have already been acknowledged in theirnewsletter. A well-known fact is that colouring ofany kind relieves stress, so we are hosting apebble painting and colouring session based onMandala principles on Thursday 26th January at12:00 in the Canteen. The cost of this will bedonations to the mental health charity MIND.Please contact Jan Legge to book your place aswe have a limited number of resources
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Crafting for CharityTwiddle MuffsJan Reid is knitting these intriguingly named itemsfor dementia patients. Each knitted twiddle muffhas items like buttons and ribbons sewn on, soany help attaching these would be appreciated.It’s hard to explain what they are so here’s a linkto a pattern that explains what they are and howthey help patients:http://www.repod.org.uk/downloads/Twiddlemuffs_Instructions_24-01-15.pdfSixty Million TreblesAnne Brown is crocheting 3 foot square blanketsas part of a project which will gather themtogether and donate them to refugees and othercharities who can make good use of them. Anneis collecting finished blankets as well as collectingand joining crocheted squares. If you’d like tomake a blanket, a square or help to join themtogether please email Anne.If you’d like to help, please send Jan or Anne anemail. They both regularly craft in the canteen bythe craft tree at lunch times if you want to dropby.
The Craft Club 2017● We have submitted a bid to HASSRA for
funding to cover 50% of all activities wediscussed.
● It has been decided that the annualmembership would increase to £2.Memberships will run from 1st January in linewith funding.
● We now have a Facebook page (HassraLeeds Craft Club) where you can keep up todate with items made by members, dates foryour diary and send messages.
Combined Craft and Fishing Trip Thursday 22nd toSaturday 24th June 2017
The Craft Club have joined up with the FishingClub for a weekend trip to March inCambridgeshire.
We will spend a day hand dyeing yarn and fabricat Spin City in the beautiful fen village of Water-beach. After a gentle foraging walk we will takepart in a hand dying yarn or fabric workshop.A full day workshop at Rachel Dormer Ceramicsmaking a porcelain jug or vase with time to havea go on the potter’s wheel. It takes 3-4 weeks forceramics to be glazed and fired so our pieces willbe sent on to us afterwards.An evening of jewellery making at The Beaderiein Cambridge will give us the chance to see thecolleges and bridges over the river Cam by twi-light.
Please note that additional charges might bemade for the craft activity.
For more details of cost and travel arrangementssee the full advert in the Newsletter and Notice-boards or contact Elizabeth Letaief
Join UsIf you are interested in joining the Craft Club itsonly £2 and the only thing we ask is that you are amember of HASSRA. As a member you getdiscounted rates on workshops organised by thecraft club, refunds of the cost into craft fairs(where you buy items to make craft items) up to50%, discounts of up to 50% on workshops youorganise yourself (subject to HASSRA rulesregarding activities) and access to books,magazines and equipment purchased by thecraft club. For more details please contact JanetCoy or Elizabeth Letaief.
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QuarryHouse Choir
The choir re-starts on Thursday 19th January1pm in Café Vita
Did you hear us at one of our performances at Christmas?
Want to take up something new?
New Year’s resolution maybe?
Make sure you take your lunch break?
Or
Newly retired and have some “me time”?
All good reasons for joining the Community Choir on your doorstep in Quarry HouseIf you fancy joining us or want to find out a bit more- there’s no audition process!
drop us both an email
And
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The Quarry House Choir, which is financiallysupported by HASSRA Leeds, had the busiesttime spreading Christmas cheer throughoutDecember.
2 December - Our first performance saw 10of us at Newton on Ouse church as part oftheir "Friday night is music night" concert. Theconcert featured singers, musicians andsoloists and we were wonderfully looked afterwith food and warm drinks. It was a greatstart to the festive season.
6 December - Members of the Quarry HouseChoir, formed part of the Staff choir in theLeeds Schools’ Music Association (LSMA)Christmas Festival Concert at the Leeds TownHall. This showcased 350 strong local school &youth choirs with the City of Leeds YouthOrchestra.
Other guests included South Asian Arts UKand Leeds Silver Steel Sparrows. Leedsroyalty, the Lord Mayor of Leeds was there asa distinguished guest!
8 December - 3 gigs in a day! The choirbrought Christmas to colleagues, with 3sets, one each in Quarry House restaurant,Quarry House West reception and LeedsOne. It was lovely to watch people stop andlisten and video us, as they came for theirlunch or arrived in reception for theirmeetings. At the Leeds One building atCrown Point we received rapturous applausefrom colleagues on the balcony. Theyweren't expecting a 20 strong choir!Colleagues on the floors above receptioncaught us too. A number of colleagues saidit ‘brought a tear to the eye’ I am hoping in agood way! As well as “why haven't you beenbefore?" and "come again anytime".
9 December - St Vincent’s Christmas sing-a-thon took place over 2 days in the TrinityLeeds shopping centre. There were 16 choirssinging out against poverty over 16 hours.
QuarryHouse Choir
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The QuarryHouse choirwas invited toperform as thelast Choir onthe first day. Solo performances took placefrom Michael Downey and duets fromStephanie Howe with Nick Flood and IsobelTodd with Pauline Dixon. We look forward tohearing how much was raised by St Vincent’sat this excellent event.
13 December - The Choir was invited toentertain the out-patients at St Gemma’sHospice on the day of their annual ChristmasLunch. The soloist and duets wowed theaudience and fellow choristers alike. Wewere also asked to sing a few songs in theward. The choir received the followingmessage after the event.‘Thank you so much for today, it was reallylovely hearing the choir sing again,everyone here expressed how muchthey’d enjoyed it’
14 December – The choir led the parish-ioners at the Parish Church of St Hilda forthe Carol Service for businesses of CrossGreen. The service consisted of popularcarols including ‘While Shepherd watch
their flocks’ sang to the tune of ‘On Ilkla Moorbaht ‘at’. The choir also sang two carols un-accompanied. Afterwards it was nice tochat to the congregation and clergy and wewere all treated to a hot roastsandwich! One of us won on the raffle too!
15 December – The last of our performancestook place at Richmond Hill Elderly Action.Other DWP volunteers prepared Christmaslunch for the 50 people there. ‘Made inLeeds’ were filming the occasion. There wereSolos from Stephanie Howe and ourkeyboard player Chris Lloyd. The audiencejoined in which was a delight!
Choir recommences Thursday 19th January2017, at 13.00hrs in Café Vita (Woodpecker
Bar).There is no audition process, you don’t need
to be able to read music and there is noobligation to attend performances.
Interested in joining us in January? Pleasecontact
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WalkingClub
Weekend in the Peak District
13th – 15th October 2017
Join us for an Autumn weekend in thebeautiful Peak District National Park - Biggin Hall is anhistoric house of 17th century origin, centrally situated in peacefulopen countryside, 1,000 feet above sea level and the ideal base from which to explore and enjoy stunninglandscapes, glimpses of past grandeur and bold enterprises now preserved as industrial archaeology.
The diverse nature of the Derbyshire landscape with its dry-stone walling, deep wooded valleys, heatherclad moorlands and timeless market towns and villages, provides the perfect setting for a relaxing break.The area is one of England’s finest for walking and cycling; this tranquillity belies the vast wealth generatedby Derbyshire’s lead, copper and coal mines, and the dark satanic mills of the Derwent Valley, wealthwhich financed the building of iconic stately homes. Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall and Kedleston Hallare within half an hour’s drive of our hotel.
HASSRA Leeds Walking Club will lead a short walk on Friday afternoon, a choice of walks will be availableon Saturday and a short walk on Sunday morning.
The price includes 2 nights, dinner, bed & breakfast, a complimentary Pimms or mulled wine before dinner,house wine with the meal and a packed lunch.
Prices: Double / Twin HASSRA Leeds members £180 - £195Double / Twin – non-members £360 - £390Single HASSRA Leeds Member £110Single Non-member £210
Please note:· single rooms are limited, using doubles as singles will cost more and we will look to share out the
additional cost;
· rooms in the main house command a higher price than those in the Courtyard or Lodge – pleasestate if you would like one;
· the price may come down if there is sufficient interest to book the whole hotel.
Transport: No transport is provided for this trip - we shall be using our own vehicles. If you need, or can offer,a lift on a petrol-sharing basis, please inform the organiser when booking.
Closing date: 24th February 2017Please return booking forms by email to:[email protected], or by post to: Luisa Panetta, Room3SJ, Quarry House, Leeds, LS2 7UA. Please see booking form for payment details.
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WalkingClub
NAME OF TRIP: Peak District Oct 2017
Friday 13�� Oct - Sunday 15�� Oct 2017
Closing date: Friday 19�� February 2016
To: Luisa Panetta, Rm3SJ, Quarry House, Leeds, LS2 7UAEmail: [email protected]
If booking for a single person, are you prepared to share a room? Yes/No (delete as appropriate)
Would you like a room in the main house?Do you have any special dietary requirements?
Name and address of Lead Contact:
Tel No:
Mobile:
Bank transfers direct to HASSRA Leeds Rambling Club are the preferred method of payment. to 08-92-50 / 65070800. If using thismethod, please send completed application form (electronically or hard copy) to the address at the top.If sending a cheque, this should be made payable to HASSRA Leeds Rambling Club unless otherwise specified in the advertisementand sent to the address at the top.In the event of over-subscription, a ballot will be held and refunds made to unsuccessful applicants. Cheques will not be banked untilafter the closing date, but bookings will not be accepted without a completed application together with cheque or preferably BankTransfer Remember to enclose your cheque with the application. Please ensure that you provide full contact details. Failure to do somay prejudice your booking. Applicants requiring confirmation that booking form & cheque/payment has been received must enclosea self-addressed envelope.
Please refer to full terms and conditions when applying as printed in the Gazette and on HASSRA Leeds website (in particular pleasenote that you are liable to pay the FULL price of the trip if you cancel).
Name HASSRA Member(Yes/No)
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WalkingClubReturn to the beautiful Forest of Bowland Friday 21 to Sunday 23 July 2017Following a successful
HASSRA walking groupvisit to the Forest ofBowland earlier in theyear (apart from theweather!) we havebooked the ShireburnArms again for a visit inJuly 2017. An area ofoutstanding naturalbeauty, the Forest ofBowland is easilyaccessible from Leeds,situated to the southwest of the YorkshireDales in Lancashire. Thearea offers walking inover 300 square miles ofspectacular moorland, beautiful lowlands,punctuated by picturesque farms and prettyvillages steeped in history.
There will be a short walk on Friday afternoon and afull days walking on Saturday, which will give us theopportunity to explore the rich and variedcountryside of the Forest. There will be a furthershort walk on Sunday before departing the shortdistance back to Yorkshire.
For non-walkers the area has a wealth of nearbyplaces to visit including the attractive market townof Clitheroe with its medieval castle. The historicaltown of Lancaster is also an easy drive away.
Details of the Shireburn Arms are at:
http://shireburnarmshotel.co.uk
Situated in the pretty village of Hurst Green andboasting glorious views across open countryside,the hotel won a Tripadviser certificate of excellencein 2014. Prices are based on 2 nights, dinner (3courses) bed and breakfast.
Prices: Hassra Leeds members - £77.50 Non-members - £140
Single room supplement of £5 per night. If we areable to fill all the rooms the prices will be reduced to£67.50 and £130. Please note there are no memberdiscounts on supplements for those wishing to havea single room.
Transport: No transport is provided for this trip - weshall be using our own vehicles. If you need, or canoffer, a lift on a petrol-sharing basis, please informthe organiser when booking.
Closing date: Friday 3March 2017
Please return bookingforms by emailto:[email protected],or by post to: Jerry Bird,202 Oakwood Lane,Oakwood, Leeds, LS82PE
Please see booking formfor payment details.
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HASSRA Leeds Rambling Club
NAME OF TRIP: Return to the Forest of Bowland
Friday 21 July to Sunday 23 July 2017
Closing date: Friday 3 March 2017
Please return booking forms by email to:[email protected] by post to: Jerry Bird, 202 Oakwood Lane, Oakwood, Leeds, LS8 2PE
If booking for a single person, are you prepared to share a room? Yes/No (delete asappropriate)
Do you have any special dietary requirements?
Name and address of Lead Contact:Tel No:
Mobile:
Bank transfers direct to HASSRA Leeds Rambling Club are the preferred method of payment.to 08-92-50 / 65070800. If using this method, please send completed application form(electronically or hard copy) to the address at the top.If sending a cheque, this should be made payable to HASSRA Leeds Rambling Club unlessotherwise specified in the advertisement and sent to the address at the top.In the event of over-subscription, a ballot will be held and refunds made to unsuccessfulapplicants. Cheques will not be banked until after the closing date, but bookings will not beaccepted without a completed application together with cheque or preferably Bank TransferRemember to enclose your cheque with the application.
Please ensure that you provide full contact details. Failure to do so may prejudice your booking.Applicants requiring confirmation that booking form & cheque/payment has been receivedmust enclose a self-addressed envelope.
Please refer to full terms and conditions when applying as printed on the HASSRA Leedswebsite (in particular please note that you are liable to pay the FULL price of the trip if youcancel).
Name HASSRAMember(Yes / No)
Type of RoomRequired(S / D / Twin)
Amount Sent(Full paymentRequired)
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RunningClub
Do you enjoy running?
Are you new to running?
Are you an experienced runner?
The HASSRA Leeds Running Club is looking for any type of runner to join our club!Membership is only £5 per year and with that you get a whole range of benefits,including:
· Cash Back for events you complete or kit - £5 Membership for the year entitlesyou to claim £15* back against entry fee for two organised run eventscompleted in 2017. Cash-back is also available on RunningMagazine subscriptions, Trainers, Kit, etc.
· Informal group sessions mainly led by trained Run England Group leaders – of-fering a wealth of experience
· Lunchtime competitions for those that like a bit of a competitive challenge!
· Motivation to escape your desk at lunchtime in a relaxed environment
· Useful running resources and signposts to events, including running abroad.
*£10 against first run, £5 against the second run or £15 off a 1 off kit totalJoining is easy! To join, simply transfer £5 to: “HASSRA Leeds Running Club” Sort Code:089299, Account No: 65630208 and email [email protected] so that wecan track your membership payment and you can be added to the circulation list forcommunications.
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Civil Service Employees
It's time to liven up your lunch!The Active Lunch Challenge has started!
Make 2017 your year to make a difference for thegood of your health. You don't need to run a
marathon or climb a mountain… making smallchanges to your daily routine can make all the
difference.
This year we are inviting you to add bite sizeactivities into your working day, ten minutes is all
you need to a healthier, happier you!
What is it? Liven up your lunchThe Active Lunch Challenge is an 8-week national
activity logging challenge taking place from the4th January to the 28th February 2017, where CivilService Employees and their departments can log
activities and earn activity points on the CivilService Workplace Challenge website and app.
Workplaces across the country will be taking partin the challenge, logging their points to climb
our leaderboards, with a selection of great prizeson offer.
Bite size activities can be anything that gets your heart rate elevated, makes you feel a little bitwarmer and gets your blood pumping! From a brisk walk in a midday mile, to a tussle over table
tennis, get logging your activity!
Rally the troops and get your department moving atwww.workplacechallenge.org.uk/civilservice/active-lunch-challenge
Track your activity with Fitbit
We're pleased to announce that WorkplaceChallenge participants can now track
activity using a Fitbit tracker (andautomatically update their WorkplaceChallenge profile and leaderboards).
If you have a Fitbit just connect your Fitbit account to Workplace Challenge by clicking on 'mydashboard', 'account' and then 'connect Fitbit account' on the Workplace Challenge website.
If you don't already have a Fitbit we have 8 Fitbit Charge 2 trackers to give away in a weekly spotprize draw as part of the Active Lunch challenge.
Watch this space for a special Fitbit offer for individuals and workplaces involved in WorkplaceChallenge too.
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MemberReviews
I’d previously been to Warehouse 23 in thesummer so was delighted to find that The Beatwere due to play there on the penultimate Fridaybefore Christmas. It did mean I had to leave theworks Christmas do after only two drinks but I sawthat just as a small contribution to avoiding aserious alcohol excess. Although they do selldrinks at Warehouse 23 as well …So, this was the other version of The Beat (RankingRoger and his son, Junior Ranking), having seenThe English Beat in York (Dave Wakelin) a fewmonths before. I have to say that I would reallystruggle to separate the two if both announcedrival gigs at different venues on the sameevening. But that’s only because both areexcellent. Skiprat were the support band atWakefield, a bit more ‘heavy ska’ than the mainattraction, but still brilliant for all that.By the time that The Beat were ready to appear,it had become pretty full with an audience thatperhaps was over-represented by people of myadvanced age but still a decent number of thosewho were definitely under thirty. And one guywho came to York and put on a virtuoso displayof mechanical, high energy but low skill, dancing(he looked like a rugby player preparing for ascrum and generally shuffling about in an invisiblesmall fenced off area) was back in Wakefield.Again, doggedly shuffling about with a look ofpure concentration in a ska world of his own.I enjoyed the way that The Beat came on stage,the bass playing ambling on (most mistook himfor a roadie doing one last sound check) to startslowly picking out the bass line to “Stand DownMargaret” to be joined by the drummer,
then guitarist, then trumpet player and finally theRanking family, pere et fils to properly launch thesong.The Beat have what sounds to be an excellentnew album (called “The Bounce”) out, whichthey featured, but also pretty much all of their oldhits. Songs like “Hands Off, She’s Mine” “Doors ofYour Heart” “Too Nice To Talk To” and “Save It ForLater” never get old.In such a bijou venue, with a fiercely loyal crowd,it must be said that it’s been a while since I’veseen such an exuberant outpouring of joy. Thecombination of upbeat, catchy tunes, flawlessplaying and some top-notch toasting from Junioris just irresistible. And maybe some people hadleft their Christmas drinks a bit later than me. Butwe’d all still love to see Dave Wakelin andRanking Roger take the stage together one lasttime.Incidentally, a short set was shown on Vintage TVthe other night, always worth trawling that Skyviewing guide as they often have unexpectedpleasures like that pop up amongst the oldvideos of dross. Sorry, Bros.So, regardless of what for many people was anawful 2016, the night provided a beacon of light.Proof, once again, that spirited joyfulness canmake you forget everything, if only for oneevening.
The Beat – Warehouse 23 Wakefield, December 16th
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“The best way topredict your future is
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Group sessions up to 4 people
Ask one of the gym team orcontact The Forum reception on
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Opening TimesMonday to Friday 7:00 - 22:00Saturday and Sunday 8:00 - 20:00Pool Closed Between:11 - 12am - Wednesdays2 - 3pm - Fridays6 - 10pm - Friday Swim School9 - 1pm - Saturday Swim School
THE FORUMLEISURE CENTRE
ContactTHE FORUM LEISURE CENTRE
QUARRY HOUSE : QUARRY HILLLEEDS : LS2 7UA
TEL : 0113 232 4456EMAIL : [email protected]
www.leisurecentre.com
FacebookCheck out our Facebook Page. Here you willfind details of classes including descriptionsupdates.
What’s on in The Forum
MondayIndoor Cycling 12.30 – 13.00 Studio CraigHIIT Circuit 17.15 – 18.00 Main Hall CraigAb Attack 18.00 – 18.20 Court 1 JamalKettlercise Express 18.20 – 18.55 Court 1 Craig
TuesdayCircuits Training 12.15 – 12.45 Main Hall CraigPilates 12.15 – 13.00 Studio EmilyMetafit 17.15 – 17.45 Main Hall CraigSpinning 18.00 – 18.45 Studio CraigPilates 18.20 – 19.00 Court 1 Jamal
WednesdayCircuit Training 07.45 – 08.15 Main Hall CraigSpinning 12.15 – 13.00 Studio CraigAqua Fit 12.30 – 13.00 Pool DawnKettlebell 17.00 – 17.00 Court 1 JordanAshtanga Yoga 17.45 – 19.00 Court 1 SarahMetafit 18.15 – 18.45 Main Hall Jordan
ThursdayKettlebell 12.15 – 12.45 Main Hall CraigYoga 12.20 – 13.00 Court 1 AngelaSpinning 17.00 – 17.45 Studio CraigPilates 17.40 – 18.20 Court 1 JamalCircuit Training 18.15 – 19.00 Main Hall Craig
FridayMeta Fit 12.30 – 13.00 Main Hall Craig
Please pre-book all classes online,if you are unable to attend your class please give 24 hour notices.
Please note classes could be cancelled at short notice.
Swimming PoolFitness SuiteGroup Workout ClassesSquashBadmintonPersonal TrainingSwimming Lessons
A healthierlifestylefor less than 54p a day?
getting fitwith us
Tuesday 5.15 - 5.45 pmThursday 6.15 - 6.45 pmFriday 12.30 - 1.00 pm
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National HASSRA Offers & Events
HASSRA Lottery
Wellbeing Discounts- Gateway to Health and Wellbeing- HASSRA Live life Challenge- Bupa Cash Plan 100- Hilton Hotel Health 30% off- Holiday Inn Spirit Health discount- Many more…
Member BenefitsA wide variety of benefits including:
- CSIS Motor and Home Insurance- Cinema Tickets- Theme Parks, Wildlife Parks and Zoos- Eden Project- Holidays, Short Break and Days Out
Bamburgh Castle, Bupa Cashplan, Butlins, Conkers, Cottages4you, CSMA, DB Promotions, Forest Holidays, Go Ape,Haven Holidays, Hilton Hotels, Hilton Hotels Living Well Health Clubs, Marriott Leisure, National Showcaves Centre forWales, Park Resorts, Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer, Royal Yacht Britannia, Snainton Golf, St Austell Brewery, TheNational Brewery Centre, The Ticket Factory, Vitality Health Rewards, Warner Leisure Hotels, Wetland Centres.
- London Eye Discount- Merlin Entertainments
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HASSRA LEEDS 2017 ticket Offer
HASSRA Leeds invite you to organise your own tickets – at any theatre/ music venue in Yorkshire, enjoy the event and provide proof ofpurchase and HASSRA Leeds membership for each ticket after theevent to receive a 50% (max of £10) refund.
Only one theatre ticket PER MONTH for a performance attendedper adult or child will be accepted.
Child HASSRA LEEDS associate membership (£5 per annum) may be applied for from the Forum Leisure Centre – QH
All Yorkshire theatre tickets accepted.Examples of what’s on: PANTOS Musicals BANDS Ballet COMEDY Variety Shows
Burlesque OPERA Children’s production
Autumn/Winter TICKET OFFER 2017 Subsidy application
Name (s) – HASSRA Leeds membership numbers
Cost of tickets £
If you agree that HASSRA Leeds can reimburse viaBank transfer – please provide relevant details
Bank Sort Code:
Bank Account no:Work or home address (if you prefer a cheque to besent)
Telephone & Email details in case of queries Tel:
Email:
To claim costs back you will need to send payment proof, dates of your ticket purchase and individualHASSRA Leeds membership number for each person. Include your contact details where the cheque maybe sent, to Phil, C/O the Forum at Quarry House, Quarry Hill, Leeds, LS2 7UE. Only events advertised byHASSRA Leeds are eligible for this offer. This offer will be reviewed periodically.
HASSRA Leeds staff members will have proof on their payslips, HASSRA Leeds Associate members may check theirmembership details with the Forum – tel; 0113 2324456 - Queries to be directed to 01132546089
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HASSRA Leeds ACTIVITIES Claim Form 2017
Organise your own activity – spread out into something new - provide a receipt/ticket asproof together with your and HASSRA Leeds membership for each ticket after the event toreceive a 50% (max of £10 per member) refund.
Terms & Conditions;· Only one claim per quarter, though a member can claim for a different activity each month
(max of £30 per quarter per member). The quarters are Jan-March, April-June, July-Sept &Oct-Dec
· Applications for 3 months of the same activity will not be recognised – only one month refundwill be paid
· Claims against an activity organised by HASSRA Leeds club (including Parkwood Leisureactivities and classes) or National HASSRA where a subsidy is already in operation will notbe accepted
· Payments will be made electronically only, one month after each quarter end.
· Please complete both forms ensuring the declaration is signed and all receipts/ticketsare included.
Incomplete forms or failure to provide receipts/tickets as proof of cost and purchase will result in theclaims being destroyed.
ACTIVITIES Claim Form 2017 Subsidy application
Name of applicant
Email AddressHASSRA LeedsMembership no.
Activity – provide dates &venue(s)
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ELECTRONIC PAYMENT DETAILSAccount Name:Sort Code:Account Number:
A refund will only be provided when an activity has been undertaken - refunds will not begranted for being a spectator to a sport or when supporting members of family/friends.
If in doubt please contact [email protected] BEFORE submitting a subsidy claim;
Please complete this section for all HASSRA members who attended:
PLEASE ENCLOSE RECEIPTS OR TICKETS FOR EACH HASSRA MEMBERCLAIMING A REFUND.
(Claims cannot be processed without this information)
DECLARATION
I declare that:
· All information is true and correct;· I have incurred the expenses described above solely in connection with the said
activity;· I am not eligible to receive these expenses, in part or in full, from any other body or
organisation;· The members(s) listed are HASSRA Leeds members.
Signed……………………………………………………………………… Date……………………….
Please return completed forms to:Phil Hepworth, The Forum Leisure Centre, Quarry House, Quarry Hill, LEEDS LS2 7UA
Payment enquiries – please email [email protected]
Full name HASSRA m’shipno.
Ticket / receipt value
TOTAL CLAIMED MAXIMUM OF £30 PER QUARTER PERMEMBER
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Language classes for adults!The Forum Cafe, Quarry
SPANISH & FRENCHConvenient location (other locations too!)
Relaxed & friendly classesNo homework - no exams - no stress!10% off lessons for HASSRA members
Free taster class Jan 2017Conversation group coming soon!
For further details about classes go to:Languageforfun.org/list-of-classes/leeds
Fb.me/languageforfuninleeds
Email: [email protected] or text Laura on: 07504 816 609
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MemberBenefits Member
Benefits
Aagrah IndianRestaurantGet 15% discount offfood bill from Sunday to Thursdayinclusive when a starter and main dishare ordered when you show yourHASSRA Leeds Membership Card.
Fairuz LebaneseRestaurantFor a friendly andrelaxed atmosphereand wonderful food visit FAIRUZ at FairfaxHouse, Merrion Street, Leeds. Tel: 0113243 4923. All HASSRA LEEDS members canclaim 10% discount on their bill at Fairuz,Leeds’ only Lebanese restaurant.Always a popular venue, Fairuz isespecially renowned for imaginative useof vegetables and pulses, which makes itparticularly attractive to vegetarians andvegans. But fish and meat eaters are alsocatered for, with delicious freshingredients, and an inspired use of herbsand spices. Never tried Lebanese foodbefore?You’re missing a treat.
Historic Houses Association Cards
You can collect one of four HASSRALeeds Historic Houses Association Cardsfrom Peter Blinston in Quarry House. NotThe Forum.For More Information See:http://www.hha.org.uk/http://www.hha.org.uk/Private/5019/Live/HHA%20Benefits%20to%20Members.pdf
Harewood House Card- OPEN FROM - 25th
March 2016You can book one of two HarewoodHouse Cards from the Forum LeisureCentre in Quarry House. These entitleyou to free entry to Harewood House.See The Forum for further details.
Restaurants &Days Out
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Benefits5 star fitnessAt 5 star fitness we specialise in buildinghealth and fitness through personal trainingand nutritional advice. All our staff areprofessional athletes, coaches andpractitioners who can help you achieve yourgoals and bring about amazing results.Contact us on Castleford 01977 553330 orLeeds 01132 203647 for further information orvisit our website on www.5starfitness.co.ukFree consultation and half hour session forHASSRA members at one of our privatestudios.
AcupunctureFor Health, Balance and Wellbeing.Wetherby Acupuncture is delighted to offer a£20 discount - £5 off your consultation and £5off 3 follow up treatments. WetherbyAcupuncture sees a variety of patients for allkinds of issues such as neck, shoulder andback pain, headaches, migraine, stress,depression and anxiety. Support is alsooffered to assist women who are trying toconceive naturally, or through IVF. For moreinformation log on towww.wetherbyacupuncture.co.uk or call thepractitioner for an informal chat, RebeccaJoy Callicott on 07725 805 981
Brooklands Country Retreat and Health SpaThe picturesque setting of Brooklands CountryRetreat and Health Spa in Garstang,Lancashire oozes style – an eclectic mix ofold and new, combining the stunning 19thcentury country house and fabulouslymodern spa. Offering a fabulous selection ofbeauty treatments, which include Decleor,Clarins, Spa Find and Fake Bake, plusluxurious facilities, your Brooklandsexperience can be as relaxed or asinvigorating as you would prefer.
Brooklands is thrilled to invite all HASSRAmembers to come and enjoy the serenesurroundings, fabulous facilities and luxurioustreatments at a 10% discount on anybookings made Monday to Thursday.
For further information please call 01995605162 or view the websitewww.brooklandsretreat.co.uk.
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Jilly’s CrystalsJilly’s Crystals makes handmade Crystal HealingJewellery, the jewellery is infused with Reikihealing to give a healing experience. We alsostock various crystal tumblestones. For all HASSRAworkers, a discount of 10% will be applied to allEtsy transactions using discount code HASSRA.
Www.jillyscrystals.etsy.comwww.facebook.com/[email protected]
Holistic Therapies Yorkshire can come to thecomfort of your own home for Holistic therapies,we will be launching a Holistic room in May. Thetreatments on offer is Reiki Healing and CrystalTherapy. Launching in June we will also beoffering Holistic Massage, Swedish Massage,Indian Head Massage and Zone Therapy.
The discount for HASSRA workers is £5 off anytreatment. Jilly can also read Angel Cards andFairy cards either by email or I can come to yourhome to do a reading. The card readings arereally fun and accurate. For Angel and Fairycard readings it is £1 off an email reading and£2.50 off a card reading in your home.
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Holistic Therapies YorkshireThe Galleries42 Wakefield RoadDewsburyWF12 8AT
CALL:0113 234 0818
TO BOOK A TREATMENTCST Taster Sessions for just £5 and an hour’sfree session for one lucky reader
CST is a complementary therapy treatment thathelps the body to rest and de-stress.
A treatment usually lasts for an hour, slightlylonger the first time that you come. In thetreatment you keep your clothes on and lie onthe treatment couch just removing your shoes.The therapists makes light contact with yourhead, the base of your spine and other areas,encouraging your body to relax and begin tomake the changes it needs. It is a greattreatment to have if you are feeling stressed,tired or just a little beaten by the daily grind! Formore information about this treatment visitwww.joannajonescst.co.uk
As an added incentive we offer all HASSRAmembers 10% off the prices shown on ourwebsite www.phoenixhealthandwellbeing.org.ukJust bring along some ID when you come foryour treatment.
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BenefitsWedding photographypackages available from £350.00Capturing the magic of your special day in arelaxed and friendly way.We offer a range ofaffordable and completelyflexible packages which allinclude your edited imageson disc or USB stick to useagain and again.Special offer for HASSRAmembers 25% off packages,(limited availability.)Feel free to contact Paul for a no obligationconsultation or with any questions.
[email protected] 758991
NorthernHeights TreeSpecialistsProfessional tree and hedge services.HASSRA members benefit from a 10%discount on production of a membershipcard.Contact us for free expert advice, friendlyservice and reliable workmanship.Fully qualified & insured.Tel:- 0113 293 1463Email:- [email protected] Courtney FScArb07886 850484
Need some help with your garden?North Leeds Garden Design offers bespokegarden design and professional gardening.We will not only get your garden looking itsbest but ensure that you know how to lookafter it too. Whether you need a new borderplanted, the whole garden re-designed orjust some advice on a problem area – wecan help.
You can find out more about us at:www.northleedsgardendesign.co.ukor on:Facebook.com/NorthLeedsGardenDesign.
Or phone us on 07967 181950.
HASSRA members receive 10% off all plantorders.
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MKK Electrical is an NICEIC Registered Domestic Installer based locally in the Leeds area.Director, Mark Slater, lives locally in the Crossgates area of Leeds and heads a team ofdedicated City & Guilds (17th Edition Qualified) electricians, who professionally undertakeall aspects of domestic works along with periodic inspection and testing. MKK Electricalwould like to offer all HASSRA members 10% discount along with a free safety check withagreed works.Please contact Mark Slater via telephone on 07825 882343 or email [email protected]
Ripley Layne Hair Loss SolutionsThinning Hair/Hair loss of any description can affect your self esteemand confidence. If you have tried every product on the market with outsuccess and would like to talk to a professional in confidence .RipleyLayne hair loss solutions can provide a free consultation and one to one non surgicaltreatments to suit your individual requirements . contact Tracey Garry on 01132601550 /07517577632 Email [email protected] 20% off any product or treatment.
Break the Pain Feel the Gain - www.pain-barrier.co.ukDavid Foster HPC, MCSPLeeds-based physiotherapist and fitness instructor specialising in back pain andsports injuries providing professional one-to-one treatment from HPC registered andfully qualified therapist.My clinic is open Monday to Friday with flexibility at weekends: patients seen byappointments only. I would be pleased to discuss your requirements and give advice ahead of yourfirst consultation and treatment.Please contact me by phone on: 07817 412822 or by email: [email protected] am offering 20% reduction to all HASSRA members
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10% discount for HASSRA members
7 Springwell Court Leeds LS12 1AL T 0113 244 5700
We’re delighted to offer this saving to HASSRA memberson anything print related: it can be used for business, anypersonal print or a club, society or association you maybelong to…..Just have a look at our brand new website:
and once you’ve completed your order, simply use theunique code HAS814 at checkout and we’ll do the rest!
www.rapidoprint.co.uk
www.rapidoprint.co.uk
We’ve been looking after the print
requirements of Leeds folk for well
over 30 years, so if what you need
isn’t on our site, please give us a
call... we’ll be delighted to talk
to you and we’ll almost cer tainly
be able to help.
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Philip Simpson - DecoratorPaint Effects
I have over forty years experience offering a clean and reliable decorating service in domestic and commercial work.
As well as painting a decorating I also paint kitchen units and furniture through to specialist decorative work.
10% discount to HASSRA members
As well as York I cover the following Leeds postcodes: LS8, 9, 14-17, 22-26
Free Quotes
References available
York (01904) 426557 or 07456 [email protected]
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“At BJE LEGAL Solicitors we realise that sometimes it can be daunting instructing a solicitor. Perhaps youare worried about legal fees or are unsure as to whether a solicitor can be of assistance. For thesereasons we promise to give you, a family member or a friend a free telephone consultation with asolicitor to discuss any issues which you may have. As a HASSRA member should you or any family orfriends choose to instruct us we will provide you with a 20% reduction on our usual fee rate. We are ableto advise in all areas of the law and look forward to hearing from you.”
Tel : 0113 293 9619e-mail : [email protected]
Up and RunningThe site at Boar Lane can service all our running needs. With over 20 years of running experience asa company and many years gathered skills and knowledge, Up and Running Leeds Central staffcan keep you on your feet.
- £10 off trainers - 10% of all other running goods.
http://www.giorgiosrestaurant.co.uk http://olivetreegreekrestaurant.co.ukTwo new special offers for all HASSRA Leeds members.Available Sunday to Friday lunch and dinner (excludes Saturday).20% off total food & drinks bill (£30 maximum discount per table) booking essential.2 unique dining experiences – family friendly and for that special occasion.Just show your HASSRA membership card and mention “HASSRA” when booking.(Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or for special events)
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Bags by Butterfly Tree
Made locally with high quality Yorkshire fabrics, and inspired by the natural beauty of theYorkshire countryside, we are proud to announce that Bags by Butterfly Tree are now availa-ble in the newly opened Leeds John Lewis. Buy in store or online, or visit thewww.bagsbybutterflytree.com website to personalise your bag.
For a 10% discount on any purchase, email contact@bagsbybutterflytree using the subjectheader HASSRA DISCOUNT, to receive a discount code.
Leeds Clubs and Activities
Please contact The Forum Leisure Centre for details of swimming, training & fitness classes.
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Chair HASSRA Leeds Catriona Patterson 0113 2545780 [email protected]
Vice Chair HASSRA Leeds Nick Streets Email Only Contact EditorSecretary Isobel Todd Email Only [email protected]
Treasurer Peter Blinston 0113 2545972 [email protected]
Events Committee Chair Susan McPadden Email Only [email protected]
Finance/Clubs Development Chair Nick Streets Email Only Contact EditorCommunications Chair Ruth Streets Email Only Contact EditorBOM Member Rosemary Matheson 0113 2547130 [email protected]
BOM Member Elaine Arnott Email Only Contact EditorBOM Member Dawn Lennie 0113 2324348 [email protected]
BOM Member Julie Chapman 0113 2546089 [email protected]
BOM Member Irene Schwehla 0113 8251053 [email protected] Member Roy Jones 24324 QH [email protected]
BOM Member Jonathan Kirkland 0113 214 8026 [email protected]
BOM Member Luisa Panetta 24562 QH [email protected]
BOM Member Simon Jarrold 0113 2327120 [email protected]
Club Contact Extension Room No.
Angling George Roe 24244 QH 1S25
Badminton tbc
Bridge Andy MattacksDave Barnes
24631 QH24188 QH
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Christian Network Gillian PriestleyRos Hynes
29949 QH0113 254 5038
Craft Club Janet Coy QH Ground, north QH
Cricket Phil Sharples 7920864377 3S25
Darts Ian Gibson [email protected]
Football (men’s 5-a-side) Scott Gee 36768 QH 4W57
Football - Wednesday Phil Thomas 46549 QH
Forum Leisure Centre Reception 24456 QH Ground Floor
Game-fishers David Roper-Newman 27355 QH GS36
Golf Phil Corbett 27363 QH 3S25
Guitar Lessons Phil Hepworth 07725 005893 The Forum
Hockey - Men’s Sean Massey 24632 QH GS36
Walking Club Irene Schwehla (0113) 8251053 [email protected]
Wine Jo O’Keefe 0113 232 4331
Table Top Wargame, Boardgameand Roleplaying
Stuart WiltshireStuart Barraclough
27234 QH24435 QH
GS251S25
Community Choir Elaine Arnott [email protected]
Social Cycling Club Trina Elkington [email protected]
HASSRA LeedsEvents and Clubs
Activity Programme
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January 2017 30th -3rd February Trip Cricket St ThomasWarner HotelSomerset
Susan McPadden
February 22nd AGM Cafe Vita 12:30
March 14th HASSRA Leeds PopQuiz
Cafe Vita 17:30
June 22nd - 24th Leeds Angling &Craft Club
Three day break inCambridgeshire
George Roe
23rd - 25th Events Committee Bakewell & BuxtonTrip
Julie Goodhall
July 21st - 23rd Walking Club Forest of Bowland Jerry Bird
29th HASSRA Leeds DayTrip to York Races
York Races followedby live music
Mid morning fromQH
October 13th - 15th Walking Club Weekend in thePeak District
Luisa Panetta
BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONSHASSRA TRIPS AND EVENTS
The following terms and conditions will apply to all events to ensure that every member has a fair opportunity toparticipate in events. The terms and conditions should be read in conjunction with the relevant booking form.
1. Wherever possible events will be advertised with a closing date for applications that is at least 4 weeks from the datefirst advertised, including proposed events where expressions of interest are being requested.
2. Persons wishing to travel together should complete one application form per room, submit their applications together,and determine a lead person who will be responsible for forwarding payments due and act as the contact on behalf of thegroup via a signed disclaimer agreeing to these terms and conditions.
3. A booking will not be accepted or entered in a draw without the correct deposit and signed disclaimer.
4. Once the closing date is reached, the number of applicants wishing to travel will be determined. Where there aresufficient places for all applicants, then deposit cheques will be banked and places confirmed.
5. Members should be aware that once deposit cheques have been banked they are not returnable and travellers will beliable to pay full price of the trip (unless the place is subsequently filled). Full price means the un discounted "nonmember" price. Where necessary, HASSRA (Leeds) will provide an invoice for the full price for insurance purposes buttravellers need to be aware that the cost of insurance, (if purchased), is non-refundable.
6. Travel operators will be asked to date insurance cover from the date on which they receive notification of the personstravelling. It is therefore essential to obtain adequate travel insurance before booking if you do not purchase theinsurance offered.
7. Single supplements. There will be no member discount on supplements for travellers wishing to secure a singleroom. Where members indicate on the application form that they are willing to share a room with someone of the samesex, the organiser will arrange for pairing. If an individual has indicated that they are willing to share, they will not have topay a single supplement even if no pair is available.
8. Where the number of applicants exceeds the places available, a random draw of application forms will determinethose successful in receiving a place, subject to Clause 8. Cheques accompanying these applications will then beprocessed. Remaining applications will continue to be drawn at random to determine the order of the reserve list.
9. The trip organiser will be granted up to two places on that trip without entry into the ballot. An organiser is the personwho arranges the trip on behalf of the HASSRA Events Committee, whether or not s/he is a member of the Committee.
10. Where expressions of interest have been sought for a proposed trip, if that trip is subsequently confirmed,applications received from those expressing interest prior to the closing date will be given priority to book before anyunfilled places on the trip are advertised. On these occasions, once the closing date is reached, remaining places will befilled on a first come first served basis.
11. Members who have been unsuccessful in a ballot for a trip may record this on their application for the next trip, to thesame destination, and will be given priority for available spaces.
12. Applications from solely non-member groups, i.e. not accompanying a full HASSRA member, wishing to participate inan event will be considered only in the event of places remaining after the closing date has passed.
13. The priority order will be: a) Organiser +1, b) Previously unsuccessful on similar trip (ballot if necessary), c) Priorregistered interest (ballot if necessary), d) Other Members, e) Non Member groups.
14. Non-members may apply to travel at the discounted rate on an event provided that they satisfy the criterion forassociate membership and send a completed application for membership together with the appropriate payment, on orbefore the closing date for the trip. Associate Membership will last for 12 months from the date of processing theapplication. The Committee reserves the right to determine specific criteria for prior membership on certain trips. Anysuch requirements will be notified in the advertisement. Participants are reminded to conduct themselves in anappropriate manner while attending HASSRA sponsored trips and events. Formal complaints may prejudice anindividual's eligibility for future trips.
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NAME OF TRIP: _____________________________ Closing date: __________________________________
To: ______________________________________ Location: ______________________________________
For flying trips, names MUS T correspond to those shown in your passport(s)
Name HAS S R A L eedsMember Yes/No
Number:
Type of roomdouble/Twin/s ingle/
family
Amount ofdeposit
B alance of cost of trip
Name of lead contact: ............................................................................................................................................................
Address (Work if staff member) .............................................................................................................................................
Phone (Work if staff member) .................................................. Mobile ...............................................................................
E-mail (Work if staffmember) ................................................................................................................................................................................
Please ensure that you provide full contact details . Failure may prejudice your booking.
Insurance cover, dietary or ability requirements (must be provided with balance if not before )
Name Insurer Policy No. E xpiry Date Dietary of otherrequirements
Travelling Alone?If travelling alone, would you like to "buddy" in a twin room with another tripper of the same sex, to avoid the single supplement? YES / NOWould you be willing to "buddy" if you have requested a single room but none is available? YES /NOPlease refer to the trip advertisement for:- The names and address of the trip organiser, to whom this form should be sent- The closing date for applications- The deposit required*Balances will be required approximately 4 - 8 weeks before trip.Booking Form Notes: Cheques to be made payable to HASSRA Leeds unless otherwise specified in the advertisement. In the event ofover-subscription, a ballot will be held and un-cashed cheques will be returned to unsuccessful applicants.Remember to enclose your cheque with the application. Cheques will not be banked until after the closing date, but bookings will not be acceptedwithout a completed application together with cheque.Travel insurance is recommended for all trips but is mandatory for trips abroad. Insurance cover should include cover for medical treatment, anemergency help line, and repatriation cover – see also para 5 of the terms and conditions. For activities such as mountain sports additional specialistinsurance will also be essential.Applicants requiring confirmation that booking form & cheque has been received must enclose a self addressed envelope/grid.Please refer to full terms and conditions when applying as printed in the Newsletter and on HASSRA Leeds website www.hassra-leeds.org
DISCLAIMER . This must be completed to enable acceptance of the applicationI can confirm that I have authority to act for all applicants and that all have read, understand and agree to abide by
the Terms & Conditions set by HASSRA (Leeds) and any additional terms as specified by linked travel companies.
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