Each September we keep up our tradition of the Cleethorpes Day Trip and this year was no exception. All our day centre members were invited to join us and we were able to provide appropriate care for all who chose to come. Each person had a dedicated volunteer, relative or member of staff to accompany them throughout the day.
As we set off on the coach the weather kept us in suspense and we were not sure whether we would have sun or rain. We didn’t let it put us off as we all climbed on board and everyone settled down to chat and look at the scenery. Some members recognised parts of Darnall and Attercliffe and began reminiscing about where they had lived and worked. There were some lively characters amongst us and soon we had a chorus or two of singing.
When we arrived in Cleethorpes it was bright and breezy so we walked a little way to the Ocean View Restaurant. As we are regulars here we were welcomed and shown to our tables. Everyone enjoyed tucking into an enormous hearty fish and chips lunch. Afterwards we walked back down to the seafront and strolled along the promenade. Seeing the sand and feeling the sea breeze lifted everyone’s spirits and raised smiles and laughter. Of course we could not leave before enjoying an ice-cream, or a drink, on the prom and taking some ‘holiday snaps’. In the background of some of the photos was an amusement arcade sign which said ’Taylor Made Fun’. Just perfect!
We certainly had ‘A lovely time the day we went to Cleethorpes’.
The trip was paid for by donations and money raised by Lynsey, Peter, Gemma and Sacha who completed the Sheffield 10 kilometres race.