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Join the 60 Plus Club at Cotswold Wildlife Park

July 5, 2023
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Melksham’s 60 Plus Club will be going to Cotswold Wildlife Park on Thursday 13th July. 

The trip costs £26 and this includes entry. The pickup point will be at the Market Place at 9am.  To book your seat, ring Kathy on 01225 400071.

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