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.
Philosophy for All
Thomas Clarkson Centre Hospital Road, Bury St EdmundsThe group has been discussing issues in philosophy for over two years. Some members have followed Bryan Magee’s excellent The Story of Philosophy. However, this book does not cover the most recent phase of the English language and European philosophy, … Continue reading
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
Calligraphy
Thomas Clarkson Centre, Fursland Room Hospital Road, Bury St EdmundsCalligraphy has many styles, and is – apparently. – a very relaxing hobby. Calligraphy is quite a mindful occupation we decided, it requires focus but also lends itself to a sociable chat as we do it. Please note that the … 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
Craft Group
New Green Community Centre New Green Avenue, ThurstonWe are a friendly group, interested in trying new crafts as well as sharing ideas and skills to create solo and joint projects. We are a friendly group, interested in trying new crafts as well as sharing ideas and skills … Continue reading
Wildlife
We visit a wide variety of locations to study the birds, flora and fauna of this area of East Anglia. Most visits are within a 20-mile radius of Bury but we occasionally travel as far as the Suffolk coast. We … 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
Book Group 5
Abbeygate Cinema Hatter StreetWe aim to read books of all types, which will be suggested by members, but the emphasis will be on modern(ish) fiction. The many pleasures of belonging to a book group include reading books you wouldn’t have otherwise read and … Continue reading
Poetry Reading
We are a lively, informal group who meet on a Tuesday fortnightly to read poems aloud over a cup of tea and a biscuit. Each person chooses a few poems on a pre-agreed topic and a brief discussion follows a … Continue reading
English Music of all Centuries
Jayne Gilbert HomeGroup members take turns to host meetings and select topics. We have recently opened this group up to include all centuries. We are currently full but happy to start a waiting list, please contact the Group Leader who can add … Continue reading
Bird Watching
We go to places in East Anglia where we expect (or hope) to see and watch interesting birds and increase our ability to identify and appreciate them. Outings usually last half to three-quarters of a day. Members travel by car … Continue reading
