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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:20260917T141000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T153000
DTSTAMP:20251216T144320Z
CREATED:20220322T172028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T144320Z
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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:20260917T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T163000
DTSTAMP:20251216T145501Z
CREATED:20220605T085614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T145501Z
UID:10011636-1789655400-1789662600@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Photography
DESCRIPTION:Open to all levels of experience. The desire to improve your photography skills could range from the desire to capture memories through to learning more artistic or creative techniques. \nAre you interested to learn along side each other or have an interest in a particular form of photography\, whether it be for your holidays snaps\, or landscape\, portrait\, family occasions\, animals\, pets\, wildlife\, insects\, buildings\, objects\, flowers\, street\, sport\, black & white\, macro\, or just to feel more confident taking photos? \nCome along regardless of the type of camera you have whether it is on your mobile phone\, instant\, bridge or SLR camera. \nThere is no expectation that anyone is an expert who has to teach the others\, the philosophy behind u3a is that we learn from each other – and preferably have fun too. \nNew members with any level of experience are welcome. \nThere is a small cost to each member to cover the cost of the room hire at £10 per 3-month term (£3.33/month). \nBrowse through a selection of our members photos with our newly created viewing platform \nPlus a field trip once a month – usually the first Thursday of the month. Please contact the Group Leader for details.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/photography/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Thomas Clarkson Centre\, Hospital Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3JT
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Daw":MAILTO:david.daw@talktalk.net
GEO:52.2409283;0.7106738
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T173000
DTSTAMP:20260509T184425Z
CREATED:20260509T184424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T184425Z
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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-2/2026-09-17/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T123000
DTSTAMP:20260714T080834Z
CREATED:20220903T095109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T080834Z
UID:10011338-1789731000-1789734600@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/2026-09-18/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T160000
DTSTAMP:20260625T144657Z
CREATED:20260625T144657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T144657Z
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SUMMARY:Recorder Consort
DESCRIPTION:Usually\, a recorder consort features playing pieces in four parts – descant/soprano; treble/alto; tenor; bass – but more or fewer instruments are often used and the most fun is to be gained by being able to play all of the instruments. Learning to handle recorders is not usually a problem for adults and it is a matter of learning where the notes are from fingering charts and practising how to co-ordinate breathing\, tongueing and fingering. In this group a few members play more than one instrument. \nMusic can be supplied and can be taken away for practise between sessions. Your own recorder and music stand would be needed. Plastic instruments can be purchased inexpensively. \nRecorder consort playing demands fairly good sight reading skills so a familiarity with music notation is necessary before you consider joining this group but you don’t need to be an expert to join in!
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/recorder-consort-2/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:Culford Village Hall\, Culford\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP28 6DN
CATEGORIES:Music,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Sewell":MAILTO:jennysewell@cooptel.net
GEO:52.3021408;0.6945522
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Culford Village Hall Culford Bury St Edmunds IP28 6DN;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Culford:geo:0.6945522,52.3021408
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T141500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T154500
DTSTAMP:20260416T164510Z
CREATED:20220325T093909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T164510Z
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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/2026-09-18/
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T180000
DTSTAMP:20260601T093248Z
CREATED:20240830T172054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T093248Z
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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/2026-09-18/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T120000
DTSTAMP:20260507T112217Z
CREATED:20220404T153451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T112217Z
UID:10009800-1789984800-1789992000@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/2026-09-21/
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T120000
DTSTAMP:20251216T143615Z
CREATED:20251103T103207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T143615Z
UID:10013710-1789988400-1789992000@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/2026-09-21/
LOCATION:Abbeygate Cinema\, Hatter Street\, IP33 1LZ
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Baker":MAILTO:jen.baker2046@gmail.com
GEO:52.2440642;0.7142624
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T153000
DTSTAMP:20260603T171352Z
CREATED:20260603T171352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T171352Z
UID:10013412-1789999200-1790004600@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Medieval England 12th to 14th Century - Group 2
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-2-2/2026-09-21/
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:20260921T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T160000
DTSTAMP:20251216T153237Z
CREATED:20220322T173355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T153237Z
UID:10010293-1789999200-1790006400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Current Affairs
DESCRIPTION:Passion\, argument\, disagreements (politely)\, differences of opinion\, fun and most of all laughter. \nThese are a few of the ways we express ourselves in discussing the issues of the day when we meet for a couple of hours each month. This is democracy at its local level\, agreeing to disagree\, debating the topics of the day and learning from opposite points of view. \nAs well as current news we often make time to introduce larger topics e.g.\, climate change\, constitutional issues and world news that affects us all.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/current-affairs/2026-09-21/
LOCATION:Thomas Clarkson Centre\, Hospital Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3JT
CATEGORIES:Social Sciences
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Smith":MAILTO:steve.jsmith2703@gmail.com
GEO:52.2409283;0.7106738
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260126T160208Z
CREATED:20260126T160208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T160208Z
UID:10008265-1789999200-1790006400@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/2026-09-21/
LOCATION:Thomas Clarkson Centre\, Hospital Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3JT
CATEGORIES:Music,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Norris":MAILTO:karennorris907@btinternet.com
GEO:52.2409283;0.7106738
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T173000
DTSTAMP:20260509T184425Z
CREATED:20260509T184424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T184425Z
UID:10013244-1790001000-1790011800@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-2/2026-09-21/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260305T172537Z
CREATED:20260305T172537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T172537Z
UID:10010350-1790071200-1790078400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wildlife
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe generally meet two Tuesday mornings each month\, usually 2nd and fourth\, although if we are venturing further afield we enjoy a day trip\, generally with a pub lunch.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/wildlife/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Suffolk
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lin Davey":MAILTO:lindaveyflempton@googlemail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260630T131433Z
CREATED:20260630T131433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T131433Z
UID:10013760-1790071200-1790078400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Craft Group
DESCRIPTION:We are a friendly group\, interested in trying new crafts as well as sharing ideas and skills to create solo and joint projects. \nWe have enjoyed sessions doing tie-dying\, polymer clay modelling\, lino-cutting\, glass and pottery painting\, needle-felting\, wet felting\, beadwork\, and card making. \nWe used a range of yarn techniques and fabric printing to make a banner to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the u3a in Bury St Edmunds during 2018. \nThe charge is £15 a term
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/craft-group-2/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:New Green Community Centre\, New Green Avenue\, Thurston\, IP31 3TG
CATEGORIES:Art & Crafts,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sheila Black":MAILTO:sblack.111@btinternet.com
GEO:52.2516143;0.8116983
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=New Green Community Centre New Green Avenue Thurston IP31 3TG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=New Green Avenue:geo:0.8116983,52.2516143
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T150000
DTSTAMP:20251216T221413Z
CREATED:20240826T104806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T221413Z
UID:10013212-1790078400-1790089200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Lunch Group 1
DESCRIPTION:We are a group of people who enjoy socialising and eating! \nWe meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 12.00 at a previously agreed venue for lunch. The venue for the following meeting is decided by those present giving everyone a chance to participate and introduce us to new places. It is planned that venues will be in Bury and surrounding areas not too far out of town.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/lunch-group/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Suffolk
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mavis Winders":MAILTO:maviswinders4@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T153000
DTSTAMP:20251216T150409Z
CREATED:20230111T141927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T150409Z
UID:10011032-1790085600-1790091000@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/2026-09-22/
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:20260922T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T160000
DTSTAMP:20260707T081526Z
CREATED:20230314T173906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T081526Z
UID:10011703-1790085600-1790092800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Book Group 5
DESCRIPTION:We aim to read books of all types\, which will be suggested by members\, but the emphasis will be on modern(ish) fiction. \nThe many pleasures of belonging to a book group include reading books you wouldn’t have otherwise read and listening to a surprisingly wide range of opinion on each book!
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/book-group-5/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Abbeygate Cinema\, Hatter Street\, IP33 1LZ
CATEGORIES:Literature, Theatre and Film,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Eaton":MAILTO:heathereaton1930@gmail.com
GEO:52.2440642;0.7142624
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T160000
DTSTAMP:20250122T180548Z
CREATED:20250122T173831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T180548Z
UID:10013335-1790085600-1790092800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Dementia Carers - Monthly Walk
DESCRIPTION:We are a recently formed mutual support group for family carers who are looking after someone living with dementia. \nIn addition to our regular meetings we hold a monthly walk for family carers and those they care for on the fourth Tuesday of every month at Nowton Park. No charge is made for the walks but anyone attending\, both carers and cared for\, needs to be u3a members to ensure that full public liability cover is in place for all attendees. \nWe meet at 2pm outside the Nowton Park café\, which is also a good place to get coffee or tea afterwards.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/dementia-carers/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Nowton Park Cafe\, Bury Road\, Bury St. Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP29 5LU
CATEGORIES:Other Interests,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Hinchley":MAILTO:ahinchley@yahoo.co.uk
GEO:52.2056979;0.7266982
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Nowton Park Cafe Bury Road Bury St. Edmunds Suffolk IP29 5LU;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Bury Road:geo:0.7266982,52.2056979
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T160000
DTSTAMP:20260803T094930Z
CREATED:20260803T094509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T094930Z
UID:10013971-1790085600-1790092800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:History Under Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Subjects we cover are varied and chosen by the group. \nWe are starting a new book for our September 22nd meeting\,  King of the World\, The Life of Louis XIV by Philip Mansel.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/history-under-discussion-2/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Bay Tree Cafe\, 11 St Johns Road\, Bury St. Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 1SQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:History,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Reece":MAILTO:dog4man@protonmail.com
GEO:52.2496044;0.7117031
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bay Tree Cafe 11 St Johns Road Bury St. Edmunds Suffolk IP33 1SQ United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=11 St Johns Road:geo:0.7117031,52.2496044
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T141500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T160000
DTSTAMP:20260305T172534Z
CREATED:20260305T172534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T172534Z
UID:10010407-1790086500-1790092800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Poetry Reading
DESCRIPTION:We are a lively\, informal group who meet on a Tuesday fortnightly to read poems aloud over a cup of tea and a biscuit.\nEach person chooses a few poems on a pre-agreed topic and a brief discussion follows a reading. \nTopics include individual poets (Jackie Kay for example) or particular themes (Sun\, Moon and Stars for example).\nAnd sometimes we try to read a longer poem ‘in the round’ (The Rime of the Ancient Mariner for example.)
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/poetry-reading/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Jan Tuffs Home
CATEGORIES:Literature, Theatre and Film,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jan Tuffs":MAILTO:janjet98@googlemail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T183000
DTSTAMP:20260115T183208Z
CREATED:20250923T174429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183208Z
UID:10013612-1790096400-1790101800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:A Further Wine Interest Group
DESCRIPTION:Due to ongoing popular demand\, a third Wine Appreciation Interest Group has started. \nThis group is capped at 10 due to it being hosted at a member’s home and to allow everyone to be involved and participate in the discussions during the tastings. \nWe will sample 6 wines each month\, with group members taking it in turn to select\, research and bring the wine for the monthly tasting. \nMembers will each bring their own tasting glasses\, and all costs are shared with a cap of £12 per head each month to cover the cost of the wines.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/a-further-wine-interest-group/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Member’s Home
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Cannon":MAILTO:cannoneer@hotmail.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T120000
DTSTAMP:20251216T150530Z
CREATED:20220322T153444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T150530Z
UID:10008459-1790157600-1790164800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:English Music of all Centuries
DESCRIPTION:Group members take turns to host meetings and select topics.\nWe have recently opened this group up to include all centuries.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/english-music-of-all-centuries/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Jayne Gilbert Home
CATEGORIES:Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/maxresdefault.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jayne Gilbert":MAILTO:babyjudge1@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T120000
DTSTAMP:20251216T152725Z
CREATED:20251117T172911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T152725Z
UID:10013727-1790157600-1790164800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:The British Isles: Poetry and History
DESCRIPTION:This group offers the chance to take a guided tour through The Penguin Book of English Verse\, exploring contributions from 1500 to the present day. The intention is to read and discuss two or three poems from each decade. There may be occasional sorties away from the main book when the group leader or a member is disappointed at the absence of some favourite. The literary and historical context of each poem can be explored\, dependent on the limits of our knowledge! \nPotential group members will need a copy of this the magnificent anthology (it’s a very large paperback!) – in the version edited by Paul Keegan.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/the-british-isles-poetry-and-history/2026-09-23/
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/2025/11/The-Penguin-Book-of-English-Verse.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Hayden":MAILTO:bjmhaydens@aol.com
GEO:52.248593;0.7120823
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260305T172530Z
CREATED:20260305T172530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T172530Z
UID:10010464-1790157600-1790179200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bird Watching
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOutings usually last half to three-quarters of a day. \nMembers travel by car and lift sharing is encouraged. \nAppropriate clothing for the weather is needed\, and a pair of binoculars are helpful. At times conditions underfoot are uneven/slippery/boggy and we do some walking and a fair bit of standing around but are glad to use hides where available. \nBrowse through a selection of our Birds seen here
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/bird-watching/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Suffolk
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/bird-watching-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Rose":MAILTO:peter.rose51@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T123000
DTSTAMP:20260121T102219Z
CREATED:20220617T082345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T102219Z
UID:10013566-1790161200-1790166600@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/2026-09-23/
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T150000
DTSTAMP:20251216T142747Z
CREATED:20220324T083757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T142747Z
UID:10009081-1790164800-1790175600@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/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:The Manger\, The Street\, Bradfield Combust\, IP30 0LW
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/group-scaled-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Keen":MAILTO:pjkeen1@btinternet.com
GEO:52.1809024;0.7666245
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Manger The Street Bradfield Combust IP30 0LW;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=The Street:geo:0.7666245,52.1809024
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T113000
DTSTAMP:20251216T142143Z
CREATED:20230424T163921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T142143Z
UID:10011831-1790244000-1790249400@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-2/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Suffolk
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/shutterstock_1330504484-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ros Sennitt":MAILTO:rsennitt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260507T112955Z
CREATED:20220321T173622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T112955Z
UID:10011762-1790244000-1790251200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Opera Group
DESCRIPTION:If you want to explore the world of opera\, you don’t have to be an expert; this is a group for anyone who has an interest in the glorious music and would like to know more. \nWe meet on the 4th Thursday of the month from 10:30 until 12:30 at Abbeygate Cinema\, 4 Hatter Street\, IP33 1LZ
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/opera-group/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Abbeygate Cinema\, Hatter Street\, IP33 1LZ
CATEGORIES:Music,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/opera-3.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Gayle Wade":MAILTO:gaylehome@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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