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towards Newton Linford, a short stay was made at the ruins of Ulvers- 
croft Priory of the Augustinian order, which are very interesting and 
suggestive in their decay. The journey being resumed, Old John and 
Bradgate Park were passed, and some of the loveliest parts of the 
Forest were traversed. Having passed under Beacon Hill near Wood- 
house Eaves, the round was completed by passing through Charley, 
and near High Sharpley to the Monastery a total distance of 15 miles. 
In spite of a heavy shower the drive was much enjoyed, while the 
leader took several opportunities of explaining the interest attached 
to the Charnian uplift. 
After tea, a close inspection was made of the older rocks exposed 
in the Warren Hills and of the various stages in the immense quarries 
in the porphyrite of Bardon Hill, permission being kindly granted 
by Mesars. Ellis and Everard. 
Excursion to Hartshorne Valley and Repton, July 24th. 
Leader Mr. Jas. O’Sullivan, F.I.C. 
Thirty-five present. 
The ramble commenced at the Stanhope Bretby, along the main 
road to the end of Bretby Park walls, thence by the field path to 
Glover’s Mill, and on to Repton by the road, the varied scenery of the 
beautiful valley being greatly enjoyed. 
After tea, by the courtesy of the Rev. L. Ford, M.A. (Headmaster 
of Repton school), H. Vassall, Esq., (of the Priory), and the Rev. A. 
A. McMaster, M.A. (Vicar of Repton), the School, Priory and Parish 
Church were open for inspection (Mr. J. T. Emmott of Repton kindly 
acting as conductor). A most exhaustive visit was made to the 
school buildings, Memorial Hall, and remains of the old Priory. 
Prior Overton’s Tower (dated 1437-1439), with its projecting turrets, 
considered to be one of the finest specimens of medizeval brickwork, 
was greatly admired. 
