Friday 12 September Sculpture Trail, Wildflower Garden
Half-day Outing: upon arrival at the garden you will enjoy tea, coffee and scones served at Dampiers Clearing, then a leisurely walk of the Sculpture Trail. This exhibition celebrates sustainable art by both renowned and emerging talent from the region. Please book by 18 September; no refunds.
Saturday 13 September Musical Masterpiece: My Fair Lady
Timeless tale of Eliza Doolittle, a flower-girl on life's journey, guided by Prof. Henry Higgins. This 2–5pm show (20-min break) in Normanhurst Uniting’s church will mix humour and romance, with our Driver Ed in the crew! Book by 29 Aug; no refunds. Saturday cancellations must phone 0473 478 890.
Monday 15 September 80,000 Tulips, Bowral
Spring flower festival boasts a spectacular display of thousands of mass-planted tulips and annuals in Corbett Gardens, Bowral. Then enjoy a roast chicken and vegetable lunch with tea and coffee at Mittagong RSL. Book by 25 August; no refunds. Pickups: 8:00 HKCT Turramurra; 8:30 Marian St. Theatre, Killara.
Tuesday 16 September Harbord Diggers, Freshwater
Enjoy the drive up to Freshwater Beach for a hearty lunch. This iconic oceanside club is offering a lunch special for just $16, including these favourites: roast of the day; battered fish and chips; or chicken schnitzel, chips and salad (your choice and cost).
Friday 19 September Westfield Warringah Mall
Grab this chance to shop some where new at this unique indoor/outdoor mall. With over 350+ stores to browse and cafés aplenty, you will love this outing! We're there for three hours to assure you of a leisurely visit with time for lunch (your choice and cost). Enjoy everything ‘shopable’ from Anaconda to Zimmermann.
Saturday 20 September Downton Abbey The Grand Finale
The cinematic return of a global favourite follows the family and staff as they encounter the 1930’s challenges. Midday start and the movie’s 120min length means there’s no lunch included so do bring a bite to eat in the Roseville theatre during screening. Saturday cancellations must phone 0473 478 890.
Monday 22 September 80,000 Tulips, Bowral
Spring flower festival boasts a spectacular display of thousands of mass-planted tulips and annuals in Corbett Gardens, Bowral. Then enjoy a roast chicken and vegetable lunch with tea and coffee at Mittagong RSL. Book by 25 August; no refunds. Pickups: 8:00 Willow Park, Hornsby; 8:30 Pennant Hills Library.
Tuesday 23 September Griddle Restaurant, Berowra Waters
The Griddle offers views over the beautiful Berowra Waters. Enjoy a two-course set lunch which includes a choice of: fish ‘n’ chips; chicken and mushroom risotto; or chicken schnitzel. Dessert is an enticing choice of sticky date pudding or pavlova — make your menu selections on the day.
Friday 26 September Sculpture Trail, Wildflower Garden
Half-day Outing: upon arrival at the garden you will enjoy tea, coffee and scones served at Dampiers Clearing, then a leisurely walk of the Sculpture Trail. This exhibition celebrates sustainable art by both renowned and emerging talent from the region. Please book by 18 September; no refunds.
Monday 29 September The River Postman, Brooklyn
Delight in a cruise on Brooklyn’s historic mailboat and enjoy the Hawkesbury’s incomparable scenery. The skipper will entertain you with river tales, along with morning tea and a ploughman’s lunch onboard. Book by 19 Sept; no refunds. Pickups: 8:15 HKCT Turramurra; 8:30 Willow Pk; 8:45 Pennant Hills Library.
Tuesday 30 September Glenorie Bakery Pie Lunch
By popular demand we are returning to Glenorie Bakery for a prize-winning pie. Your lunch at this famed bakery* will include a signature beef pie or sausage roll, with mash, peas and gravy, and a lamington for dessert with tea or coffee. *No. 1 in Australia for three years
Wednesday 1 October Sydney Morning Masters
Enjoy coffee and cake before the concert: Alma Moodie Quartet and pianist Daniel de Borah, performing Erich Korngold’s luscious Piano Quintet. This rare work promises to be a real treat. Then meet the artists, before an hour’s lunch (your choice and cost) or shopping in Chatswood. Book by 23 September, no refunds.
Friday 3 October Pasadena Restaurant, Church Point
Beautiful Pittwater will feature at this renowned venue. Their special includes main course and a drink. Please be ready with meal choice when booking: beer battered fish and chips; chicken supreme with crisp gnocchi, basil and peperonata; or green goddess gnocchi with goats curd. Book by 25 Sept, no refunds.
Tuesday 7 October Anglers Rest, Brooklyn
Come with us to this idyllic fishing village, it’s always a beautiful day out. We will take you down to see the pretty foreshore, then enjoy a pub lunch at the historic Anglers’ Rest Hotel. On offer is: roast of the day; fish n chips or bangers and mash. Book by 30 September, no refunds.
Friday 10 October Pasadena Restaurant, Church Point
Beautiful Pittwater will feature at this renowned venue. Their special includes main course and a drink. Please be ready with meal choice when booking: beer battered fish and chips; chicken supreme with crisp gnocchi, basil and peperonata; or green goddess gnocchi with goats curd. Book by 2 Oct, no refunds.
Saturday 11 October Heritage Valley Café, Wisemans Ferry
Come with us to Wisemans Ferry and lunch at Heritage Valley Café. Make choice on the day (your cost), including: fish and chips; southern fried chicken burger; rare roast beef baguette; slow roasted lamb on flat bread and Asian-inspired crispy noodle salad. Saturday cancellations must phone 0473 478 890.
Monday 13 October Rick's Balmoral & Mid. Harbour Tour
Sit back and enjoy being in Rick’s safe hands. We'll stop at beautiful Balmoral Beach for a walk, a coffee or just to soak up the views. Then the rest of the tour is a surprise, before delighting in lunch at Norths Cammeray (your choice and cost). Pickups: 8:15 HKCT Turramurra; 8:30 Willow Park; 8:45 Pennant Hills Lib.
Tuesday 14 October Fish 'n' Chips, Bobbin Head
What could be better than fish and chips with a stunning view? Join us for lunch at this natural wonder right on our doorstep. Our hosts are offering a set lunch of fish and chips, brownie taster and tea or coffee. Please book by 6 October, no refunds.
Friday 17 October 'Cruising with The Grand-parents Club'
Fancy a musical comedy at Hornsby RSL? Australia’s favourite Grand Crew head out on a laugh-filled voyage and look at grandparent life. It’s a 3pm show (90 minutes, no intermission) so have an early lunch at home. Book by 2 Oct, no refunds.
Saturday 18 October The Rocks Market
Always a fun day out! Browse the market stalls and discover locally-designed fashion, handcrafted jewellery and unique homewares. Meet local artists and photographers. There are many food vendors at the market or find a local café and enjoy the vibe. Saturday cancellations must phone 0473 478 890.
Monday 20 October Bach to Broadway
A musical journey through the classics of Bach, Beethoven, and Mozart to Broadway hits such as Phantom of the Opera, West Side Story and Chicago. Show is 80 mins. at Glen St Theatre, with lunch at the Belrose Club (your choice and cost). Pickups: 9:00 HKCT Turramurra; 9:15 Willow Pk; 9:30 Pennant Hills Library.
Tuesday 21 October Pr Henry Hospital Tour, Yarra Bay Lunch
Client suggestion: tour (accessible, 1–1.5 hrs) of NSW’s first hospital, est. 1881 for infectious diseases. Then it’s Yarra Bay Sailing Club for a 2-course lunch. Please be ready with choice when booking: fish & chips; chicken schnitzel, chips ‘n’ salad or penne boscaiola; and dessert-of-the-day. Book by 17 October—no refunds.
Friday 24 October The Palms, Sydney
Half day outing: this stunning venue is a must! On arrival relax with a coffee and a treat from the Coffee Bar. Roam through and browse the beautiful nursery and homewares during our 1.5 hour stay before we head home. Loose pebble walkways so outing may not suit everyone.
Monday 27 October Sculptures by the Sea
Stunning artworks outdoors amid coastal views in accessible Mark’s Park, Bondi. Next, lunch at Watsons Bay (your choice/cost). Some walking, no steps, toilets at Mark’s Park. Book by 20 Oct, no refunds. Bus 1: 8:30 HKCT Turra.; 9:00 Pen. Hills Lib.; 9:30 Cherrybrook Skate Pk. Bus 2: 8:45 Berowra Shops; 9:30 Marian Street.
Tuesday 28 October Granata's Brasserie, Canada Bay
We receive so many glowing reviews about the food and service, so do join us for another lunch at The Canada Bay Club. This brasserie specialises in the finest Italian cuisine, with a knockout range of affordable lunch specials (your choice and cost).
Friday 31 October The Palms, Sydney
Half day outing: this stunning venue is a must! On arrival relax with a coffee and a treat from the Coffee Bar. Roam through and browse the beautiful nursery and homewares during our 1.5 hour stay before we head home. Loose pebble walkways so outing may not suit everyone.
