Please bear in mind that the following interest groups are automatically created by date. The government lockdown is not allowing meetings of any kind consequently most of these events will not be taking place. However, it is hoped that after the relaxing of lockdown legislation most interest groups will be able to recommence their meetings.
Events
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Writing Your Memoirs
Group Organiser's Home , United KingdomThis self-help group aims to give support to its members by sharing memories thus prompting recollections of our own past. Each month everyone reads something they have written and the Group discusses each piece and makes (helpful) comments. Some hope … Continue reading
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Chess
The Apex Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, United KingdomThe chess group is for people of all abilities; from absolute beginners to more experienced players. We’re a friendly bunch who don’t take chess too seriously. Instruction/guidance provided if required. Boards and pieces provided. No fees. Why not come along … Continue reading
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Monday Walking
The exercise of a walk on Monday mornings in friendly company is a great way to start your week! The walks vary in length, approx 4 to 6 miles and start at 10 am, typically finishing around 12.15 Members of … Continue reading
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Cinema Group
Abbeygate Cinema Hatter StreetWe choose one or two films to see independently and then we discuss them at the following meeting. Normally one person gives a short presentation on each film.
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The Elderberries (The u3a Singers)
Thomas Clarkson Centre Hospital Road, Bury St EdmundsThe u3a Singers are a friendly, informal group with over 50 members, we sing a wide variety of music, usually in four parts (soprano, alto, tenor, bass). No Audition is necessary, and you don’t need to read music, as we … Continue reading
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Petanque
Moreton Hall Community Centre Symonds Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, United KingdomWe are now going to be playing at Moreton Hall Community Centre, Symonds Road, IP32 7EE. All players must join Moreton Hall at a cost of £12.50 per year. Membership entitles you to use the club any time you like … Continue reading
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Bowls (Lawn Bowling)
Risbygate Sports Club Westley Road, Bury St Edmundsu3a members can join in a friendly lawn bowling session at Risbygate Bowling Club (IP33 3RR) from April to September. The first session needs to be pre-booked and all equipment including club bowls are available to use. Members do not … Continue reading
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Italian Conversation
We are a small group of enthusiasts who enjoy studying and speaking Italian and learning about Italian culture, and we meet in each other’s houses most Tuesday afternoons in term time, from 2 - 3.30 pm. Our language skills are … Continue reading
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English Medieval Literature
Oakes Barn St Andrew's St South, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, United KingdomThe English Medieval Literature group (previously Chaucer Group). After completing our reading of Beowulf we've spent an interesting year expanding our knowledge of Anglo-Saxon poetry and Anglo-Saxon life in general with help from Kevin Crossley-Holland's The Anglo-Saxon World. Readings have … Continue reading
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Music Matters
Thomas Clarkson Centre, Spaul Room Hospital Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3JTOur group takes a light hearted look at music appreciation. We have started to look at basic musical structures with the intent of seeing how music has developed and diverged over the centuries. Individuals take a lead, if they wish, … Continue reading
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Book Group 3
Abbeygate Cinema Hatter StreetOur aim is to promote friendship amongst u3a members through reading. The group does not have a formal leader, but functions as an informal co-operative. Each monthly meeting is led by the member who suggested the book for that month. … Continue reading
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French Culture et Société
The Bushell St Johns Street, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, United KingdomWe are an advanced level French group for reading, writing and discussions.
