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.
Chess
The Apex Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, United KingdomThe chess group is for people of all abilities; from absolute beginners to Russian 12 year olds! 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 … Continue reading
u3a Choir
Thomas Clarkson Centre Hospital Road, Bury St EdmundsThe u3a Choir is a friendly, informal group with over 30 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
Petanque
Risbygate Sports Club Westley Road, Bury St Edmunds***Our first 2024 Monday session will be on 8th April at 2pm at Risbygate Sports Centre and our first Thursday session will be on 18th April same time and place*** Members do not need any experience and are not required … Continue reading
Cryptic Crosswords
The Apex Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, United KingdomWe are a group exploring and developing our skills in Cryptic Crosswords. Solving abilities in the group range from the novice to more experienced solvers. The group is led by John Moody, an experienced cryptic crossword solver, blogger and compiler. … Continue reading
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
Family History
We are a mixed group, from those with more than 25 years of experience to those who have yet to begin. If you have ever wondered about your ancestors this is the group for you. We would love to help … Continue reading
Cribbage
The Manger The Street, Bradfield CombustMeet up, have a coffee, play several hands of crib (cards and boards provided), have lunch and then go home. Games can comprise of 2, 3 or 4 players. We are a convivial group of people who enjoy playing Crib, … Continue reading
Antiques and Collectables
We visit a different local antique emporium or market in the Suffolk area, with the occasional foray across the county line. Previous and new members welcome! The format is to visit a series of local antique emporiums or markets in … Continue reading
Longer Walks
The walks vary in length and start usually at 9:45 am, typically finishing before 4:00pm in time for tea and cake. Our walks can take us over county borders, making for an early start from Bury. Where possible we car … Continue reading
Italian Conversation 2
Small group of Italy-lovers who meet to improve their Italian. As a life-time Italian resident and teacher I am willing to instruct and guide others to achieve a working knowledge of Italian in a spirit of light-heartedness. Members must have … Continue reading
Bridge
The Apex Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, United KingdomThe group is only suitable for those people who have some experience of the game. There is no formal teaching but the sessions take the form of Duplicate Bridge and are supported by Chris Park as our tutor. We are … Continue reading
German Conversation and Reading
All Saints Church Park Road, Bury St EdmundsThe group’s focus is to share members’ interests in the culture of German speaking countries, alongside discussing and enjoying the finer details of the language, whilst advancing our speaking skills. This is a conversation and reading group rather than a … Continue reading
