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Tales of Zanzibar – the Spice Islands
Our last Travellers Tales presentation before the summer break was given by Hugh Epsom, who described a wonderful trip that he and Gillian had enjoyed in September 2024 to Zanzibar. We discovered what a beautiful and interesting island it is, as Hugh took us on a journey through its history, the slave trade, spices, cuisine…
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Diary date – Tour of Extremadura, April 2027
12th – 20th April 2027 (8 nights, dates to be confirmed). A new Spanish Culture & Cuisine trip is being planned to Extremadura, a western Spanish region bordering Portugal. If you have not been to this area before, make a note of the proposed date in your diary! Extremadura is an area of mountains, forests,…
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POLITICS OF ENERGY – HOW DOES IT AFFECT US?
Energy is no longer just a utility—it is politics, security, and everyday life. At a recent discussion, very few participants had solar panels, and none had battery storage, highlighting continued dependence on central power grids. Spain’s energy mix is broadly balanced between renewables, gas, nuclear, and hydro, but concerns remain about grid stability. The 2025…
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Walking Group – Thursday 11th June 2026
Granadella Woods