Stone Life June July 2014 | Page 11

STONE FESTIVAL battle to the stage information contact Alex Dawson on 07984 428981 •Motorcycle Club Open Night - Stone And District Motorcycle Club has been in existence since 1946, the early groups were `ride to work` members as this was their only transport, but they still used them for local sporting events as well. The Club provides social evenings at the Lamb Inn, Walton twice a month (second and fourth Tuesdays) which are open to anyone who wants to talk about old/new motorcycles and their use. Want to get involved? Just take your bike to Westbridge Park 7pm and show your pride and joy off to other local enthusiasts. Wednesday 11th June: •Golf Competition - Stone Golf Club opens its doors to host a fun, 9 hole Stableford competition open to ladies and gentlemen - no handicap required. Join in the fun and take this opportunity to enjoy the delights of Stone Golf Club, while at the same time raising funds for the Stone Festival Committee. Tee off times will be between 4pm and 7pm and the entrance fee is just £5. To book a tee time email [email protected] •Stone Civic and Historical Society Talk This year marks the centenary of the start of the First World War and to commemorate the event Stone Historical and Civic Society have arranged a talk, by well known local historian Steve Booth, on the contribution that soldiers from Staffordshire, and particularly those from Stone, made in the war taking place at The Frank Jordan Centre at 7.30pm, admission £3. •Lymestone Brewery Tour - A great opportunity to look behind the scenes at the local brewery where you can learn about brewing, take a tour of the brewing room and learn about the history of the building and the brewing industry in Stone. Included in the cost of a ticket are opportunities to sample the product (of course) and a bowl of Lymestone Lobby with crusty bread and butter. (Vegetarian options available if pre-booked) This tour must be pre-booked, and numbers are limited – tickets at just £13, ® The brewery supplies:• Cask and bottled beers for individuals, parties and weddings. • Brewery tours Speak to Brad or Viv for details or to make a booking The Old Brewery, Mount Road, Stone ST15 8LL Tel/Fax: 01785 817796 www.lymestonebrewery.co.uk Holiday with a difference Canal Cruising Company Ltd Est 1948 Situated in the picturesque town of Stone, a family run business over 65 years Standard to luxury class 2-8 berth boats available with a choice of delightful routes Weekly hire and short breaks 10 & 11 night hire now available SELF DRIVE DAY BOAT HIRE March-October (Tues,Wed, Thurs Pick up 10am Return 4pm) 2-4 persons £160 • 5-8 persons £250. Lock & driving tuition included For more details, special offers and live availability visit us at www.canalcruising.co.uk Crown Street, Stone, Staffs ST15 8QN Tel: 01785 813982 Fax: 01785 819041 Email: [email protected] June/July 2014 11