As an extra activity in this five-week month we are going to visit the Royal Botanic Gardens where spring flowers should be at their best. The Calyx opened in 2017. Designed by PTW Architects with landscape architecture by McGregor Coxall, it presents a striking geometric volume that is a protective layer and a lens that frames cinematic moments. Of further interest – the Calyx presents the most devious plants in the plant world.

The Calyx will re-open on 1 October with a new display – ‘Plants with Bite’ – and anyone who knows this place will know what a show they put on. If you haven’t been before, you are in for a real treat. There is a café where we can have lunch or coffee.

DATE: Tuesday 16 October 2018

TIME: 10.00am – 12noon

VENUE: Meet at The Customs House at Circular Quay at 9.50am and walk up to the gardens – or meet at the entrance to the Calyx

COST: A gold coin donation at the Calyx. Refreshments at own expense

TRANSPORT: Train, Bus or Ferry

RSVP TO: Beatrice de Lucey – [email protected] – 0422 350834

RSVP BY: Friday 12 October 2018