Craig and Françoise Penlington will be regaling us with their traditional Christmas fare.  Due to the infamous COVID-19 we must keep the numbers down to 24 participants. First come, first served. Cost: CHF 60.- BRA – Members  CHF 70.- Non – Members  Which includes the apero and the meal. Drinks at the table are not included. Reservations to: Joy Sandoz Email: joy.sandoz@gmail.com or tel: 032 753 11 39 by 22nd November please  

This year we have arranged a cocktail party in the Sala del Camino. We will be offered the wonderful, tasty nibbles from the Grand Hotel’s exceptional chefs and enjoy a glass of wine or two in the good company of our members.  Cost: CHF 50.- BRA-Members CHF 60.- Non-Members Reservation to: Beverly Ortelli, Email: 1superspider@bluemail.ch or Penny Osti, Email: p.osti@bluewin.ch  

We would like to invite our NE Region members to an “Online Get-Together”. We meet on ZOOM the second Wednesday of each month.   If you have a computer, laptop, smartphone or iPad meeting up on zoom is quite easy. Either download the Zoom app or just click on the email link you will receive after we have received your email wishing to join in.    Cost: Free Reservations to: Joanna Koch on Email: Joanna@joannakoch.ch  Please reserve no later than the day prior to the event to receive an invitation.

We will enjoy a delicious, traditional British Christmas lunch, prepared by the international Chef and owner – roast turkey with all the trimmings, bread sauce, roast potatoes and vegetables, followed by Christmas pudding, fruit and ice cream. We will hold a Raffle to cover any unexpected costs and look forward to welcoming an Embassy representative. Time: Apero 12:00 and Lunch 12:30 Cost: CHF 60.- BRA Members CHF 70.- Non-Members Reservations to: Robert Dean: info@deanlightmetals.com or Joanna Koch: joanna@joannakoch.ch    

On the 11th of each month, the BRA Central Region members meet up to have a drink and a chat. We look forward to catching up with old friends and meeting new people. Please feel free to join us. Cost: Pay for what you consume. Reservations: Not required – Just turn up but it would be helpful to know if you intend to come. Contact: Joy Sandoz on email: joy.sandoz@gmail.com or tel: 032 753 11 39    

In the heart of Valais, near to Sion, the restaurant at the Auberge de la Gare in Châteauneuf-Conthey will welcome us on the second Tuesday of each month. They propose the menu du jour which includes: Choice of starter Choice of main course Choice of dessert Coffee or tea Cost: CHF: 26.- (Other drinks – not included) A CHF: 5.- charge per person for Non-Members should be paid to the BRA representative. Transport: Very conveniently situated, just across the road from the train station of Châteauneuf-Conthey. Parking: There is ample parking on two sides of the building. Reservations to: Andrew Konecki Email: andrewkonecki3@gmail.com by the Thursday before the event please.

Do not miss this chance to catch up with old and new friends. It has proven to be a real backbone event for the North-West Region and is well attended with always a lot to discuss! Restaurant just opposite to the Swiss railway station. Cost:  Pay for what you consume Reservations: Not required  

Once again we greet BRA Members and friends to celebrate the New Year. The Cheese Centre offers an informal setting in this ethnic market in the Zurich old Railway Viaduct. We can sample lovely cheeses from all over the UK, as well as Port, Beers and Pimm’s, Cider or Hot Toddies. All welcome, including children and dogs. Cost: CHF 10.- BRA Members CHF 15.- Non-Members Reservations to: Joanna Koch: joanna@joannakoch.ch or Diana Divo: dianadivo@gmail.com or tel: 044 984 23 27    

We would like to invite our NE Region members to an “Online Get-Together”. We meet on ZOOM the second Wednesday of each month.   If you have a computer, laptop, smartphone or iPad meeting up on zoom is quite easy. Either download the Zoom app or just click on the email link you will receive after we have received your email wishing to join in.    Cost: Free Reservations to: Joanna Koch on Email: Joanna@joannakoch.ch  Please reserve no later than the day prior to the event to receive an invitation.

Sonja is happy to welcome BRA Members to join her book club, on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Please feel free to share with anyone interested in a monthly book discussion in English. Books can be read in any language but the group discussion will be in English. We hope that you can join us! For more information, please contact Sonja and she will send you the details. Cost: Pay for what you consume. Reservations to: Sonja at sonjavig@yahoo.com or Mobile: 078 900 86 91 We will be discussing the following books on the following dates: DATE TO BE DISCUSSED         BOOK TITLE                                       AUTHOR  17 November 2021                      How can I talk if my lips don’t move?   Tito Rajarshi                                                                                                       […]

We meet the last Tuesday of each month, but please phone or e-mail to be sure it is taking place. We have been delighted to know that some members, not in our book club, have also been reading the books we have recommended. Anybody wishing for a list of our books past and present should contact Angie on the details below. Reservations: Angie Meier-Jones at: angiemeier@gmx.ch or 079 322 44 52  

Local Valaisanne Bakery/Tea-Room, Zenhäusern in Sierre “Chez Zen” have agreed to prepare for us a full English breakfast consisting of :- Fresh orange juice 2 slices of bacon, 2 sausages, 2 eggs, tomato (2 halves), Baked beans, mushrooms, toast & butter Coffee or tea, for the price of CHF: 19.90 for BRA Members A CHF: 5.- charge per person for Non-Members should be paid to the BRA representative. Vegetarian option also available 🙂 There is also a huge selection of food and drink to choose from on their regular menu. Come along and join us for just a drink or something to eat, it’s your choice…. Cost: Pay for what you consume Reservations to: Andrew Konecki Email: andrewkonecki3@gmail.com by the Wednesday before the event. When reserving please let us know if you wish to eat an English breakfast or not.  

We would like to invite our NE Region members to an “Online Get-Together”. We meet on ZOOM the second Wednesday of each month.   If you have a computer, laptop, smartphone or iPad meeting up on zoom is quite easy. Either download the Zoom app or just click on the email link you will receive after we have received your email wishing to join in.    Cost: Free Reservations to: Joanna Koch on Email: Joanna@joannakoch.ch  Please reserve no later than the day prior to the event to receive an invitation.

On the 11th of each month, the BRA Central Region members meet up to have a drink and a chat. We look forward to catching up with old friends and meeting new people. Please feel free to join us. Cost: Pay for what you consume. Reservations: Not required – Just turn up but it would be helpful to know if you intend to come. Contact: Joy Sandoz on email: joy.sandoz@gmail.com or tel: 032 753 11 39    

Do not miss this chance to catch up with old and new friends. It has proven to be a real backbone event for the North-West Region and is well attended with always a lot to discuss! Restaurant just opposite to the Swiss railway station. Cost:  Pay for what you consume Reservations: Not required  

We would like to invite our NE Region members to an “Online Get-Together”. We meet on ZOOM the second Wednesday of each month.   If you have a computer, laptop, smartphone or iPad meeting up on zoom is quite easy. Either download the Zoom app or just click on the email link you will receive after we have received your email wishing to join in.    Cost: Free Reservations to: Joanna Koch on Email: Joanna@joannakoch.ch  Please reserve no later than the day prior to the event to receive an invitation.