With the Friday forecast set to be the hottest day of the year, we all packed up shop early and walked to the local bowling alley, where cool drinks welcomed us.
Split into teams we all had a go with plenty of banter and chips to spur us on!
We are a friendly bunch at SRA!
Thank you to Lizzie and Matt who organised a fantastic send-off for Chris and Hilary at their STEN do.
This card is to be completed throughout the evening. Each successful task earns the points allocated in the brackets. The hen/stag with the most points at the end of the evening wins a cheeky prize!
“Thanks to all the folks (and cute dogs) that turned up on Saturday and supported Team SRA at a spot of Bath Boules. Here is a snapshot of some of my favourite moments in pictures and videos. ”
“Having been hounded by various parties (Fred and Ewan) it’s time to unveil the 2018 SRA world cup sweepstake!
Previous iterations have proved successful and whilst there is no need for you to get involved it has proved quite fun in the past and I have proposed that perhaps we should use it as an opportunity to raise some money for charity this year. More details soon!”
“I hope you decide to get involved, any and all are welcome and at the very least, it gives those of you who normally couldn’t care less a vested interest in the inevitable wall to wall media coverage once the tournaments starts (next Thursday!).”
The Bath Boules Week is a vibrant and fun pop up event in Queen Square, Bath 10-18 June 2018. It hosts activity each day which raise vital funds for local charities including dinners, parties, award ceremonies, talks and more! All culminating in the much-loved Bath Boules tournament weekend. Check out this video to get an in idea of what happens on the day!
Come and join the SRA team on Saturday 16 June from 9.45am. Grab a drink from the SRA chill-box, have a go at throwing some Boules if you like, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.
NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! :)
“Please can you let me know if you are coming along and bringing anybody with you? It really helps with planning the day and organising nibbles and drinks.
With many thanks!”
Roberto and his girlfriend, Ana, recently went on a trip to Cuba.
Cuba (officially the Republic of Cuba) is a country comprising the island of Cuba as well as Isla de la Juventud and several minor archipelagos. It is the largest island in the Caribbean, with an area of 109,884 square kilometres (42,426 sq mi).
“If I had to advise someone about the tour to do around Cuba, I would encourage them to visit Habana, Vinales, Trinidad and the Cayo (an island with pure and clear water and beautiful beaches).
Fifteen days is enough time to explore and enjoy these locations, and, if there is more time, I would visit Santiago de Cuba as well! It would be fantastic! It is quite a drive from La Habana. so extra time is needed. It is worth it for the lovely trip, because of the amazing people, incredible places and very nice food. ”
Jan, Fiona and Lizzie
David, Ben Leefield, John
Fred and Matt! :)
The best of wishes from us all to Ana and Koldo, who got engaged on their trip in Majorca last week.
After a moment of utter surprise.....
Amy said yes!
Here's another chance to view the video from Amy's engagement celebration at work on Friday.
Summer is coming - perhaps... it's difficult to tell with the weather at the beginning of the week! However, it is supposed to be nice this weekend for the bank holiday, so if you happen to be around Bath and enjoy art, why not check out the first of the Art Trails starting this weekend; others run throughout May, with one in September.
Bath Open Studios runs the Trails in Bath. Here's the programme dates with links to the individual websites:
YUM, yum! With another great bake-off under our belts (thanks to Adam and Sinead), here is how to make classic Spanakopita: perfect for a pack-lunch, weekend picnic, or anytime perhaps! The picture below is BIG so you can truly appreciate this tasty recipe :O)
A Greek savory pastry. The traditional filling comprises chopped spinach, feta cheese, onions or scallions, egg and seasoning. The filling is wrapped in filo pastry with butter or olive oil. Read more about the tradition of this tasty dish here. I personally liked our bake-off version which had fresh herbs and leeks added to the mixture.
Makes 12 servings
Ingredients
For the crust:
Instructions on how to make it can be found here. There are also some useful hints and tips for when you make it for the first time. Enjoy!
This recipe is taken from 'Energy Balls' by Sophie Ryan.
Method
Place all the ingredients into a food processor and mix until chunky and sticky. Scoop out a spoonful of mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat for the remaining mixture. Scatter some coconut on a plate and roll the balls in it. Store them in an airtight container.
Many congratulations to Danny and Sarah on their recent engagement in Tromso, Norway!
Thanks for sharing some photographs Danny.
Material Hair in Bath are offering a local business staff promotion where you can receive 3 salon visits for just £39.95 (in total!).
Buy online via the Elevate website by clicking here and entering the passcode STAFFPASS3 to gain access.
OR contact Jake Hebb from Elevate UK (Material Hair marketing agents) on the numbers below. Jake can take payment over the phone and answer any questions. Your Corporate Pamper Package card will be posted the same day as purchased.
Mobile: 07933 329 348 | Office: 0208 226 2148
The Medical clinic are offering half price consultations and treatments at their Bath healthcare centres. And there is a practice a couple of minutes away from the office, which is handy!
Available: chiropractors, physios and sports massage therapists
32a Monmouth Street, Bath, BA1 2AN
Terms: quote 'BATHLIFE'. Offer limited to one consultation and treatment per person. Offer ends 30th March 2018.
New interlocking medal to collect
Registrations are open for all the 2018 Two Tunnels races, from 300m Colourburst to 50km Ultramarathon, there is a race for everyone!
18th Feb - 300m & 1 Mile Colourburst, 5km, 10km
6th May - 300m & 1 Mile Colourburst, 5km, 10km (2 routes), Half Marathon (2 routes)
8th July - 300m & 1 Mile Colourburst, 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
19th August - 300m & 1 Mile Colourburst, 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, 50km
Sign up for all four 5km races, or all four 10km races and get one race for free!
Bath Two Tunnels events and prices
Two Tunnels Railway Races Challenge registration form (you sign up for a number of challenges, which can lead to you being awarded a special commemorative trophy)
It was Claire's last day with SRA recently. We all said a fond farewell and shared some food and cocktails at local restaurant: Absurd Bird. We wish Claire every success in her new role.
Are you a pastry lover, or all about the filling?#pastysmile
Turning the spotlight on Cornwall’s favourite and most iconic food, the first ever Cornish Pasty Week will be celebrated throughout Cornwall and across the country.
There is a whole week of activities underway, culminating in the ‘Oggy Oscars’ – the seventh-annual World Pasty Championships – held on Saturday 3rd March at the Eden Project, Cornwall.
You can try any size and any flavour Pasty for only £1.99. Visit your local West Cornwall Pasty shop. And as a thank you for all their customers over the last 20 years, they have selected some Cornish gifts, which are up for grabs! Enter here.
Let Them Eat - a wheat and diary free bakery in Cornwall - believe good food tastes better together. Click here to buy a hot pasty for a homeless person and they will match your donation and deliver two hot pasties.
Here's a lovely recipe that Jan baked last year for us all to try. She used Doves Farm gluten Free self raising flour.
It was Evie's first birthday celebration at the weekend.Here is a picture of her helping her mum make the cake!
Jane is looking forward to starting work on some SRA marketing projects in March and says hello to everyone.
