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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T141000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T153000
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UID:10008527-1789654200-1789659000@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Racketball
DESCRIPTION:A great way to exercise with like-minded people\, Racketball is played indoors\, on a squash court\, so the weather need not keep you away.\nYou do not need to have your own equipment as English Squash and Racketball have supported us in the development of this Group and provided all we need. All you need is your own sportswear! \nThere is a limit to the number of possible players per session and our numbers can vary. Unfortunately\, we cannot take new members as we have access to only one court at this time \nCost-£3.00/session
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/racketball/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Moreton Hall Health Club
CATEGORIES:Sport,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Hood":MAILTO:michael94rw@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T160000
DTSTAMP:20251216T143950Z
CREATED:20230510T115453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T143950Z
UID:10012072-1789653600-1789660800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Philosophy for All Group 2
DESCRIPTION:The philosophy groups focus on the turning points in Western Philosophy from its rise in Ancient Greece to the Present Day. We also work on the assumption that there are branches of philosophy and we try to think about these in turn. We have recently started to think about comparing Western and Eastern philosophy.  We use a variety of books. One recent book we have used is: Life – A User’s Manual: Life Advice from the Great Philosophers\, by Julian Baggini\, Penguin\, 2020. The current group text book is 50 Philosophy Classics\, Tom Butler-Bowden\, NB Publishing\, 2022. Prospective members should buy this book.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/philosophy-for-all-group-2/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Thomas Clarkson Centre\, Hospital Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3JT
CATEGORIES:Science & Philosophy,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Chapman":MAILTO:peterchapman418@gmail.com
GEO:52.2409283;0.7106738
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T133000
DTSTAMP:20251216T143714Z
CREATED:20240618T132030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T143714Z
UID:10013135-1789642800-1789651800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Suffolk Churches and Villages - Group 2
DESCRIPTION:We normally meet on the Third Thursday of each month (except December) in the morning mostly at 11.00am – but occasionally this has to be changed due to availability of venues or clashes of events. \nMembers make their own way to the selected Church or village when a talk and tour with a local guide is generally organised. \nCoffee is usually arranged and a venue for lunch is suggested for those who wish to stay on.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/suffolk-churches-and-villages-group-2/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Suffolk
CATEGORIES:History,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Dennington-church.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Pat Field":MAILTO:m.field@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260724T165251Z
CREATED:20260724T165251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T165251Z
UID:10013894-1789639200-1789650000@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Cycling Group
DESCRIPTION:We meet weekly\, Thursdays at 10:00am\, the starting point is Skyliner Sports Centre\, IP32 7QB. This is subject to alteration on occasion by prior agreement\, precise details should be confirmed with the organiser (Login required).
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/cycling-group/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Skyliner Sports Centre\, Rougham Tower Avenue\, Bury St. Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP32\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Outdoors,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dick Myhill":MAILTO:remyhill2@outlook.com
GEO:52.2424674;0.7649567
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260903T090404Z
CREATED:20260903T090404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T090404Z
UID:10014082-1789639200-1789646400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bridge
DESCRIPTION:We are a friendly mixed ability group with about 40 people attending each week. \nThere is no charge but you are encouraged to buy a drink from The Apex Coffee Shop. \nThis group is currently full.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/bridge/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:The Apex\, Charter Square\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 3FD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/bridge-2.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Park":MAILTO:chrisandamandap@sky.com
GEO:52.2458045;0.7099607
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Apex Charter Square Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP33 3FD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Charter Square:geo:0.7099607,52.2458045
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260104T172647Z
CREATED:20240708T142011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T172647Z
UID:10013590-1789639200-1789646400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Greek Classical Literature
DESCRIPTION:Western theatre has its roots in the theatre of Ancient Greece. Written over 2\,000 years ago\, the Tragedies deal with the big themes of love\, loss\, pride\, power\, and the relationship between man and the gods. \nWe read and discuss the plays and share any information we discover from other sources. \nWe are currently reading Ted Hughes’ translation of the Oresteia by Aeschylus \nWe meet at 10am on the 3rd Thursday of the month (Except December) in the Margaret Kemp Room at the Quaker Meeting House.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/homers-odyssey/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Quaker Meeting House\, St Johns Street\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Literature, Theatre and Film,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/the-bacchae-of-euripides.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Quentin Cornish":MAILTO:qandl.cornish@gmail.com
GEO:52.248593;0.7120823
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T113000
DTSTAMP:20251216T142143Z
CREATED:20230424T163921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T142143Z
UID:10011830-1789639200-1789644600@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Italian Conversation 2
DESCRIPTION:Small group of Italy-lovers who meet to improve their Italian. \nAs 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. \nMembers must have basic Italian – it’s not a beginners class. \nGroup meets at the Group Leader’s house with the option for members to take turns at hosting.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/italian-conversation-2/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Suffolk
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ros Sennitt":MAILTO:rsennitt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T180000
DTSTAMP:20251216T143115Z
CREATED:20220601T105115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T143115Z
UID:10010648-1789574400-1789581600@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Other Wine Group
DESCRIPTION:Due to popular demand a second Wine Appreciation Interest Group has started. \nWe have capped the group at 12-13 to allow everyone to be involved and contribute in the discussions during the tastings. \nWe sample wines from the primary styles of wine to the more unusual from the top wine producing countries to the lesser known from around the world. \nWe sample 6-7 wines each month.   We take turns to volunteer (optional) to research and bring the wine one month and guidance on groups of wine to sample can be provided. \nAll costs are shared\, and we each pay £12 per head covering the cost of wines.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/wines-around-the-world/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Member’s Home
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/06F2E81F-BF37-4401-8A14-0C7550753E64.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Baker":MAILTO:jen.baker2046@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T150000
DTSTAMP:20251216T142747Z
CREATED:20220324T083757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T142747Z
UID:10009080-1789560000-1789570800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Cribbage
DESCRIPTION:Meet up\, have a coffee\, play several hands of crib (cards and boards provided)\, have lunch and then go home.\nGames can comprise of 2\, 3 or 4 players. \nWe are a convivial group of people who enjoy playing Crib\, with life stories to tell/ exchange.\nThe morning starts with coffee before playing groups sort themselves out\, arranging in tables of 3 or 4 players.\nPlay is much fun and very lively\, interrupted only by ample lunch served in quality and quantity.\nNever had a dull session yet. \nWhen we meet: 12 noon on Wednesdays\, fortnightly. (Please contact me for actual dates)
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/cribbage/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:The Manger\, The Street\, Bradfield Combust\, IP30 0LW
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Keen":MAILTO:pjkeen1@btinternet.com
GEO:52.1809024;0.7666245
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T123000
DTSTAMP:20260121T102219Z
CREATED:20220617T082345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T102219Z
UID:10013565-1789556400-1789561800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:French Culture et Société
DESCRIPTION:We are an advanced level French group for reading\, writing and discussions.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/french-culture-et-societe/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:The Bushell\, St Johns Street\, Bury St. Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 1SN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fran%C3%A7oise Wyatt":MAILTO:f9w@hotmail.co.uk
GEO:52.2487085;0.7121151
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Bushell St Johns Street Bury St. Edmunds Suffolk IP33 1SN United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Johns Street:geo:0.7121151,52.2487085
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T113000
DTSTAMP:20251216T142427Z
CREATED:20231010T123358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T142427Z
UID:10013319-1789552800-1789558200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Archers Appreciation Group
DESCRIPTION:We are a friendly social group bonding over a Radio 4 programme woven into British culture for 75 years and which continues in popularity. \nThere are an abundance of storylines and topics discussed in our coffee morning style format. We laugh\, speculate about plot lines and characters. We share our experiences where themes from the programme overlap our lived experience.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/the-archers-appreciation-group/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Member’s Home
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Sabitini":MAILTO:grapefru1txz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T163000
DTSTAMP:20260717T092931Z
CREATED:20260418T143913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T092931Z
UID:10012989-1789482600-1789489800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Eastern Breeze
DESCRIPTION:United by an interest in oriental cultures\, we network and exchange information on cultural opportunities such as workshops\, exhibitions or media. At the monthly meetings we come together to report to the wider group on our experiences. We also share our interests in Chinese\, Japanese and South Korean culture by giving presentations. Topics range from architecture\, film\, food\, literature\, sports and travel. Everyone participates in organising events and leading monthly meetings. \nPlease contact the organiser for more details of events (logon required).
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/eastern-breeze/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:BSE Library\, Sergeants Walk\, St Andrews Street North\,\, IP33 1TZ
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Chinese_New_Year_decorations.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Sabitini":MAILTO:grapefru1txz@gmail.com
GEO:52.2479129;0.7116478
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BSE Library Sergeants Walk St Andrews Street North IP33 1TZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Sergeants Walk\, St Andrews Street North\,:geo:0.7116478,52.2479129
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T153000
DTSTAMP:20251216T150409Z
CREATED:20230111T141927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T150409Z
UID:10011031-1789480800-1789486200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Italian Conversation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOur language skills are roughly Intermediate level\, although some of us have more experience than others. Since none of us is either an Italian teacher or a native speaker\, we help each other and learn from each other\, taking it in turns to host the meeting and prepare a topic for the week. We generally start the meeting with a general conversation in Italian\, before moving onto a more structured activity. This could be a more advanced grammatical point\, a short text to read and discuss\, or a listening comprehension.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/italian-conversation/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:Suffolk
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline Byrne":MAILTO:carolinecbyrne@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T140000
DTSTAMP:20251216T221325Z
CREATED:20250326T100552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T221325Z
UID:10013458-1789475400-1789480800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Lunch Group 2
DESCRIPTION:A second Lunch Group has been set up for people who enjoy socialising and eating! \nWe plan to visit venues in Bury St Edmunds and its surrounding areas\, not too far out of town. We may car share to some venues. \nLocations of meetings will be notified to group members.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/lunch-group-2/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:Suffolk
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Pearce":MAILTO:jillpearce2000@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T173000
DTSTAMP:20260509T184425Z
CREATED:20260509T184424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T184425Z
UID:10013242-1789396200-1789407000@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Petanque
DESCRIPTION:We 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 and you get a discounted rate on drinks. \nThere is a big car park at the hall which is free.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/petanque-2/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:Moreton Hall Community Centre\, Symonds Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP32\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sport,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Hawthorn":MAILTO:suehawthorn65@gmail.com
GEO:52.2438503;0.7365108
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Moreton Hall Community Centre Symonds Road Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP32 United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Symonds Road:geo:0.7365108,52.2438503
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260126T160208Z
CREATED:20260126T160208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T160208Z
UID:10008264-1789394400-1789401600@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Elderberries (The u3a Singers)
DESCRIPTION:The 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). \nNo Audition is necessary\, and you don’t need to read music\, as we will help you.  \nNew members are very welcome\, why not join us and enjoy the health benefits of singing.  \nFor further information please email the group organiser (log in to get their details) \nConcerts are held twice each year at All Saints Church. \nLast rehearsal of term – Monday 23rd November. \nFees are £15 per term\, which covers the hire of the hall and music.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/the-elderberries-the-u3a-singers/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:Thomas Clarkson Centre\, Hospital Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3JT
CATEGORIES:Music,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/choir2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Norris":MAILTO:karennorris907@btinternet.com
GEO:52.2409283;0.7106738
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Thomas Clarkson Centre Hospital Road Bury St Edmunds IP33 3JT;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Hospital Road:geo:0.7106738,52.2409283
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T153000
DTSTAMP:20260603T170925Z
CREATED:20260603T170143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T170925Z
UID:10013364-1789394400-1789399800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Medieval England 12th to 14th Century - Group 1
DESCRIPTION:The course is a continuation of the one just finished\, that is\, ‘Late Medieval England 1327 – 1422’. \nSo\, we start with Edward III and end with the death of Henry V. \nWe will look at the personalities\, achievements & failures of the individual monarchs. In addition\, we will discuss events of great significance such as the Black Death (1348)\, Peasants’ Revolt (1381) & the Oldcastle Revolt (1413). Other wider issues such as The Canterbury Tales will also be discussed.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/medieval-england-12th-to-14th-century-group-1/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:Risbygate Sports Club\, Westley Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3RR
CATEGORIES:History,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alan Dures":MAILTO:alan.dures@yahoo.co.uk
GEO:52.2462587;0.6949568
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Risbygate Sports Club Westley Road Bury St Edmunds IP33 3RR;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Westley Road:geo:0.6949568,52.2462587
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T134500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T163000
DTSTAMP:20251216T145926Z
CREATED:20250107T215832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T145926Z
UID:10013310-1789393500-1789403400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Canasta Group 2
DESCRIPTION:Canasta originated in Montevideo\, Uruguay in 1939. \nInitially\, you make melds of 3 cards of the same value which you build on to make a Canasta (7 cards). Cards have different values according to their face value. The purpose of the game is to reach 5\,000 points. The more points you score\, the more card values you need to put in an initial meld – in other words\, you are handicapped. This is what makes the game interesting. \nI have a copy of the Canasta card game that we would follow because I know that there are several different ways to play.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/canasta-group-2/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:The Apex\, Charter Square\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 3FD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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GEO:52.2458045;0.7099607
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Apex Charter Square Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP33 3FD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Charter Square:geo:0.7099607,52.2458045
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T120000
DTSTAMP:20251216T143615Z
CREATED:20251103T103207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T143615Z
UID:10013709-1789383600-1789387200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:French for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:A group for absolute beginners or those with very rusty\, school-level French that started at the end of June 2025. \nWe use our own combination of resources (online apps such as Duolingo\, and books) to self learn\, along with group learning at our regular meetings.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/french-for-beginners/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:Abbeygate Cinema\, Hatter Street\, IP33 1LZ
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Pocket-French-Dictionary.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Baker":MAILTO:jen.baker2046@gmail.com
GEO:52.2440642;0.7142624
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Abbeygate Cinema Hatter Street IP33 1LZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Hatter Street:geo:0.7142624,52.2440642
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260507T112217Z
CREATED:20220404T153451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T112217Z
UID:10009799-1789380000-1789387200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Chess
DESCRIPTION:The chess group is for people of all abilities; from absolute beginners to more experienced players. \nWe’re a friendly bunch who don’t take chess too seriously. Instruction/guidance provided if required. \nBoards and pieces provided. No fees. \nWhy not come along and check us out? Just turn up if that suits you
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/chess/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:The Apex\, Charter Square\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 3FD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Goodwin":MAILTO:susangoodwin2169@gmail.com
GEO:52.2458045;0.7099607
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Apex Charter Square Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP33 3FD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Charter Square:geo:0.7099607,52.2458045
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T120000
DTSTAMP:20251216T152432Z
CREATED:20220322T101856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T152432Z
UID:10008402-1789380000-1789387200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Art Appreciation
DESCRIPTION:We are a friendly and enthusiastic group of art lovers who discuss and study all aspects of the history and appreciation of art. Our meetings vary from talks by group members\, studio visits to local artists\, trips to art exhibitions\, and occasionally an outside speaker. Our trips can usually include lunch or coffee\, so we are able to meet socially outside the meetings. \nThe atmosphere is very informal\, so people who are keen to learn are as welcome as those who have some background knowledge. \nWe meet at The Moreton Hall Community Centre where there is plenty of parking.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/art-appreciation/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:Moreton Hall Community Centre\, Symonds Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP32\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art & Crafts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Taylor":MAILTO:taylor1938@btinternet.com
GEO:52.2438503;0.7365108
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Moreton Hall Community Centre Symonds Road Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP32 United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Symonds Road:geo:0.7365108,52.2438503
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T120000
DTSTAMP:20251216T152030Z
CREATED:20180801T152022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T152030Z
UID:10010036-1789380000-1789387200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Book Group 2
DESCRIPTION:Our Group members decide on a range of books that they would like to read and discuss over the coming months. This results in a wide and enjoyable selection. \n 
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/book-club-ii/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:JD Wetherspoons\, The Corn Exchange\, Bury St. Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 1LG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Literature, Theatre and Film,Study Group
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GEO:52.2469041;0.7112514
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JD Wetherspoons The Corn Exchange Bury St. Edmunds Suffolk IP33 1LG United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=The Corn Exchange:geo:0.7112514,52.2469041
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260107T135608Z
CREATED:20241002T154238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T135608Z
UID:10013268-1789209000-1789214400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Members On Their Own (MOTO 1)
DESCRIPTION:The MOTO groups are for all u3a in Bury St Edmunds members who don’t live with a partner\, single\, widowed or divorced\, to get together to make new friends and enjoy a variety of activities in company with others. \nHow the group works: All group members will be encouraged to arrange activities for the group – these could be meeting for coffee and a chat\, walks\, lunches or other activities.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/members-on-their-own-moto/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Oakes Barn\, St Andrew's St South\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 3PH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Interests,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marsha Hemingway":MAILTO:marshahemingway@googlemail.com
GEO:52.2428;0.710281
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oakes Barn St Andrew's St South Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP33 3PH United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Andrew's St South:geo:0.710281,52.2428
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T180000
DTSTAMP:20260601T093248Z
CREATED:20240830T172054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T093248Z
UID:10013201-1789142400-1789149600@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Pickleball 1
DESCRIPTION:We are a small and friendly group aged between 50 -80 years who enjoy playing pickleball.\nWe play pickleball indoors at The Skyliner Sports Centre on badminton courts. Players hit a light plastic ball across a net which is similar in height to a tennis net using light weight paddles roughly double the size of table tennis bats. We play doubles and try to ensure that we always change partners for the next game.\nBats and balls are provided but you are welcome to bring your own bat.\nA one hour session currently costs £3.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/pickleball/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Skyliner Sports Centre\, Rougham Tower Avenue\, Bury St. Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP32\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sport,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pamela Colebourne":MAILTO:pamcolebourn66@gmail.com
GEO:52.2424674;0.7649567
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Skyliner Sports Centre Rougham Tower Avenue Bury St. Edmunds Suffolk IP32 United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Rougham Tower Avenue:geo:0.7649567,52.2424674
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T141500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T154500
DTSTAMP:20260416T164510Z
CREATED:20220325T093909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T164510Z
UID:10008774-1789136100-1789141500@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Badminton
DESCRIPTION:Maybe you used to play badminton many moons ago and feel you would like the chance to take it up again. \nYou do not need to be county standard as the emphasis is on enjoyable social sport. \nWe meet at the Abbeycroft Leisure Centre on Friday afternoons where four courts are available to us. In a typical session\, we have 16-20 players.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/badminton/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Abbeycroft Leisure Centre\, Beetons Way\, Bury Saint Edmunds\, IP33 3TT
CATEGORIES:Sport,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alan Hewson":MAILTO:alanthewson@gmail.com
GEO:52.2518118;0.6976973
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Abbeycroft Leisure Centre Beetons Way Bury Saint Edmunds IP33 3TT;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beetons Way:geo:0.6976973,52.2518118
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T134500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T163000
DTSTAMP:20251216T144723Z
CREATED:20221010T092240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T144723Z
UID:10010835-1789134300-1789144200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Canasta
DESCRIPTION:Canasta originated in Montevideo\, Uruguay in 1939. \nInitially\, you make melds of 3 cards of the same value which you build on to make a Canasta (7 cards). Cards have different values according to their face value. The purpose of the game is to reach 5\,000 points. The more points you score\, the more card values you need to put in an initial meld – in other words\, you are handicapped. This is what makes the game interesting. \nI have a copy of the Canasta card game that we would follow because I know that there are several different ways to play.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/canasta/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:The Apex\, Charter Square\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 3FD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trudy Roberts":MAILTO:troberts485@gmail.com
GEO:52.2458045;0.7099607
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Apex Charter Square Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP33 3FD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Charter Square:geo:0.7099607,52.2458045
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T123000
DTSTAMP:20260714T080834Z
CREATED:20220903T095109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T080834Z
UID:10011337-1789126200-1789129800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Spanish Conversation
DESCRIPTION:We are a Spanish conversation group\, with the aim of discussing a wide range of topics\, rather than formal structured learning\, so the ability to converse in Spanish is necessary\, with experience of actually speaking the language\, as well as enthusiasm to participate in discussions\, and so unfortunately it would not be appropriate for beginners. \nWe meet every Friday from 11:30 to 12:30 at the Abbeygate Cinema. We sit in a niche at the far end of the restaurant.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/spanish-conversation/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Abbeygate Cinema\, Hatter Street\, IP33 1LZ
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stuart Lee":MAILTO:stuartleespain@gmail.com
GEO:52.2440642;0.7142624
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Abbeygate Cinema Hatter Street IP33 1LZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Hatter Street:geo:0.7142624,52.2440642
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T123000
DTSTAMP:20260820T151405Z
CREATED:20260820T151031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T151405Z
UID:10014020-1789124400-1789129800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Jazz\, Rock & Other Music
DESCRIPTION:Members of this group meet informally each month to collaboratively decide on a programme\, with each bringing their ideas for potential upcoming live music performances.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/jazz-rock-other-music/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Edmundo Lounge\, 28 Cornhill\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 1DY
CATEGORIES:Music,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/live-band-performance.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Hodges":MAILTO:janeroundtheworld@hotmail.com
GEO:52.2466571;0.7118791
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Edmundo Lounge 28 Cornhill Bury St Edmunds IP33 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=28 Cornhill:geo:0.7118791,52.2466571
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T120000
DTSTAMP:20240902T093328Z
CREATED:20220726T143642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240902T093328Z
UID:10010705-1789120800-1789128000@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:General Quiz
DESCRIPTION:This is a very sociable group which meets every month. \nOrdinarily\, you work in a small team. No prizes. No losers. Just light-hearted sociable fun with 10 rounds of quickfire questions and answers. \n98% of all questions are answered by someone so don’t be shy; come and check us out.\nIf you’ve got the answers to most of the questions and you’ve had fun then I’ve done my job. \nThe quiz format has been changed somewhat\, so you should see some improvements\, it’s still all fairly light-hearted fun! \nPlease be sure to allow time to buy a drink before we start at 10am. \nWe meet at the Oddfellows Hall\, on Whiting Street\, Refreshments available. Admission is free although we do ask for a voluntary donation to Parkinsons UK.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/general-quiz/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Oddfellows Hall\, Whiting Street\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 1NX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stephen Recaldin":MAILTO:sterec@mac.com
GEO:52.244087;0.7127425
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oddfellows Hall Whiting Street Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP33 1NX United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Whiting Street:geo:0.7127425,52.244087
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T173000
DTSTAMP:20260509T184425Z
CREATED:20260509T184424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T184425Z
UID:10013241-1789050600-1789061400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Petanque
DESCRIPTION:We 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 and you get a discounted rate on drinks. \nThere is a big car park at the hall which is free.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/petanque-2/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Moreton Hall Community Centre\, Symonds Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP32\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sport,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/petanque.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Hawthorn":MAILTO:suehawthorn65@gmail.com
GEO:52.2438503;0.7365108
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Moreton Hall Community Centre Symonds Road Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP32 United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Symonds Road:geo:0.7365108,52.2438503
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