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Petanque September 30th 2021
A marvellous turnout from the members for todays Petanque competition at the Promenade des Marbres in Autun.
Three teams fought it out with the winner from each team going forward to the final.
Well done to everyone, I am sure we are all delighted at the numbers present.
With the local hostellerie being closed we decanted to The Annexe for a small libation.
A happy occasion, tingrd with sadness as 2 couples are selling up their holiday homes, but we are sure to be seeing them again, in the words of the song, some sunny day. From conversations it seems Burgundy Friends has a possibility of new members too.
Photos of the event can be seen by clicking the button.
VeloRail visit September 22nd 2021
In contrast to the poor weather of the last few days this particular Wednesday dawned bright, warm and sunny. There was a good turnout for the visit, most members arriving at midday for the picnic, then all of us assembled for the off from Cordesse-Igornay station to Manley station by velorail, described as a light rail vehicle, propelled by the muscular energy of the passengers by means of pedals.
We enjoyed our picnics in the grounds before climbing into the 4 “velorails” booked and set off on our 22km journey. The visit was a most enjoyable affair, unlike anything anyone had tried before, passing though Gare de Barney and Gare de La Croisotte.
The convoy arrived at Gare de Manley safely and were able to have a chat while turning their velorail for the return journey. The return was much more to everyone’s liking as we sped down the slight incline and back to the starting point.
A grand time was had by all, no injuries or muscle strains were reported. A very enjoyable afternoon out was had by all! Thanks were given to Amanda for organising the event.
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September 2021
Another event was organised, this time by Mark and Jaqueline, a big thank you to them both. A picnic at the Maison du Parc and a visit to the Musée de la Résistance followed by a walk in the grounds (for those that felt up to it).
An interesting and good time was had by all with an increasing attendance.
Photos of the event can be seen by clicking the button.
August 2021
Events have been few and far between in recent months but this month Burgundy Friends managed to organise a few events which were able to go ahead. See more by clicking the button.
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June 2020 Newsletter
Recent events taking place in June 2020, what some members have been up to during lock down and a quick quiz to keep your brain cells active.
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