Forthcoming UMSA events

08 May 2007

Including Drayton Manor and UMSA Family Ramble

The following events are taking place and you have the opportunity of booking your place before the events are advertised:

The Family Ramble Day - Sunday 24 June 2007

This year's UMSA Ramble will take place at Lyme Park, in Disley Cheshire.
This is a National Trust park and is a great chance to get out into the countryside, breath in some fresh air and get some exercise. The walk is suitable for all the family (except push chairs!) and is a chance to meet other walking enthusiasts from the university. It's a great day out and you're guaranteed to come home with a feel good factor!
This trip includes pick up from the Sackville Street Building, Oxford Road and drop off at the same place.
Cost of this trip is �5 per Adult and �3 per Child (under 12 years).
Everyone Welcome whether UMSA members or not.

Drayton Manor Theme Park and Zoo - Sunday 10 June 2007

A day trip not to be missed!
For a change UMSA have ditched Alton Towers and are trying out Drayton Manor. With a Theme Park as well as a Zoo, there's bound to be something for everyone.
Trip includes pick up at�the Sackville Street�Building, Oxford Road and drop off at the same place.
Cost of this trip is �12 per adult (12 years and over) and �6 per child (4 to 11 years).
Cost includes coach travel and entry into park.
Open to UMSA members only.

UMSA Sea Fishing Trip, Holyhead - Sunday 15 July 2007

The UMSA Sea fishing trip is setting sail again this year to Holyhead.
There are two boats full already but still places available on the third boat.
With some great catches last year, there's a lot to live up to this time a great crowd of people and some good fishing to be had.
Contact Andrew Burrows for more details on 07867 866887 (mobile) or 0161 275 2381.

UMSA Multi Activity Day, Catton Hall, Frodsham - September 2007

Clay Pigeon Shooting, Quad Racing, Paintballing, Archery and�Falconry are some of the activities that are available on this great day out.
If you would be interested in this activity day and for more details, please contact Andrew Burrows on�07867 866887 (mobile) or 0161 275 2381.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach - Sunday 16 September 2007

Yes it's the UMSA day trip to Blackpool again.
Always a favourite and slightly earlier this year, we're off to the seaside again!
Try your favourite rides, or attempt something new Blackpool is full of enjoyable attractions no matter what your age!!
Trip includes pick up at the Sackville Street Building, Oxford Road, and drop off at the same point.
Cost of this trip is �17 per person for all rides and shows all day.
Cost includes coach travel and entry into park.
Open to UMSA members only.

UMSA Breakfast with Father Christmas - Sunday 9 December 2007
Children's Christmas Party, Barnes Wallis Suite, Sackville Street

For a change this year, we've asked Santa to come and have breakfast with the kids!!
Bring the children to have fun with Father Christmas. With great games and activities the children are sure to build up an appetite in time to sit round the Christmas table where they will be joined by Father Christmas. They will eat a healthy breakfast with Christmas trimmings and receive their Christmas Gifts from Santa himself — only if they have been good, of course!!!
This party is open to children from 3 years to 8 years.
Cost of ticket is �5 (maximum of 4 tickets per member)
Open to UMSA members only.

UMSA Staff Christmas Party -�Friday 14 December 2007
Venue yet to be arranged - watch this space!

If you are interested in any of the above events, you will find the 2007 all event booking form at:

If you have any questions regarding events or membership, please email: