The Sheffield October 2016 document outlines the schedule and costs for the Masonic meeting held from October 6th to 9th at Novotel Sheffield Centre and Tapton Masonic Hall. Accommodation prices are set at £75 for single rooms and £80 for double rooms on October 6th, with varying rates for subsequent nights. Reservations must be made by September 9th, quoting “Internet lodge 9659.” The agenda includes a buffet dinner on October 7th, a tour of Tapton Masonic Hall on October 8th, and a lodge meeting featuring speaker Patrick Belton discussing “The Future of Freemasonry.” A Ladies Festival is scheduled for the same evening, with a dress code of dinner jackets and long frocks. On October 9th, attendees can visit Hardwick Hall, with entry fees varying based on group size and National Trust membership. All meals and events have specified costs, and advance booking is required for participation.
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October meeting 7th - 9th Costings NOVOTEL SHEFFIELD CENTRE50 Arundel Gate, Sheffield S1 2PR, South Yorkshire, UKE Mail: h1348@accor.comWeb accorhotels.com
Date SINGLE ROOM DOUBLE ROOM
THURSDAY 6th OCT £75.00 £80.00
FRIDAY 7th OCT £65.00 £70.00
SATURDAY 8th OCT £85.00 £90.00
These prices will be held until 9th September after which the price will be the cheapest price offered on that day. Rooms will be paid for by members at the time of booking. Quote “Internet lodge 9659” when booking.
Fri. 7th Oct7:30 PM: Buffet.at the hotel Price: £18.
Chef`s Soup of the day with crusty bread rolls Sweet potato & butternut squash Cured Meat & Smoked Fish Freshly dressed salad
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Mustard & Herb Rubbed Leg of Lamb with whole grain mustard sauce Pan-fried Salmon served with beurre Blanc Sauce Vegetable Risotto (v) Roasted Potatoes, Steamed Vegetables & Rice
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Selection of treats from the desserts counter Fresh fruit salad
TAPTON MASONIC HALL (www.taptonhall.com)Shore Ln,Sheffield S10 3BUPhone: 0114 266 0051
Sat. 8th Oct10:00 AM: A tour of Tapton Masonic Hall including Museum and Library. Spouse and friends are welcome.
12:00 PM: A light buffet for brethren and partners at the Tapton Masonic Hall. Price: £8.50.Assorted SandwichesSausage RollsCheese and Onion Lattice~ ~ ~ ~ Homemade Scones with Jam and creamSelection of Gateaux ~ ~ ~ Tea and Coffee
1:30 PM: IL9659 Lodge meeting.The speaker will be Patrick Belton. His subject is “The Future of Freemasonry”. Patrick is a writer and journalist.
3:30 PM: Expected close of the Lodge meeting.
1:30 PM: Lillies meeting for ladies at Tapton Masonic Hall.
6.45 PM: Meet in hotel and take taxi's to Tapton Masonic Hall.
7:30 PM: For 8:00 PM: Ladies Festival. Price: £ 35.
Roasted Tomato & Red Pepper SoupOrSmoked Haddock & Spring Onion Fishcake ~ ~ ~ Roasted Chicken Breast Wrapped in Parma Ham with Tomato & Basil SauceOrPan Seared Salmon Fillet with Lemon ButterServed with chefs selection of Potatoes and vegetables ~ ~ ~ ~Lemon Tart served with Seasonal FruitsOrCheese and BiscuitsOrIce-Cream
Dress code: dinner jackets and long frocks.
Entertainment by Andy Lee Marsh, guitarist/vocalist.
Sun 9th Oct.Visit to Hardwick Hall (https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hardwick-hall)10:30 AM: Meet at hotel for a visit to Hardwick Hall.Price: Ranging from £12-70 to £19.10 depending on number of visitors and visiting only the House and Gardens or including the Old Hall.Note: Free for National Trust Members.