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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T141500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
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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/2026-06-23/
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:20260624T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20220322T153444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T150530Z
UID:10008456-1782295200-1782302400@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/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:Jayne Gilbert Home
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jayne Gilbert":MAILTO:babyjudge1@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20260305T172530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T172530Z
UID:10010461-1782295200-1782316800@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/2026-06-24/
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Rose":MAILTO:peter.rose51@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T123000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20180731T135750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T133101Z
UID:10009009-1782300600-1782304200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Family History
DESCRIPTION:Did an ancestor serve time for embezzlement? Was another transported to Australia for stealing a piano? Were there bigamists in the family? I love the baddies : there is always so much more written about them than the good\, honest ag. labs. who were born\, married and died leaving no other record of their lives.\nWe are a mixed group\, from those with more than 30 years 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 you get started.\nWe also like to try to break through those ‘Brick Walls’; we have sometimes had great success with this.\nWe are open to suggestions for topics for discussion. \nWe usually stay for lunch as the Fox Inn doesn’t make a charge.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/family-history/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:The Fox Inn\, 1\, Eastgate Street\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 1XX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:History,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Barbara Smith":MAILTO:beesmith@gmail.com
GEO:52.2474277;0.7224278
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Fox Inn 1 Eastgate Street Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP33 1XX United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1\, Eastgate Street:geo:0.7224278,52.2474277
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T150000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20220324T083757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T142747Z
UID:10009068-1782302400-1782313200@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/2026-06-24/
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T113000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20230424T163921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T142143Z
UID:10011818-1782381600-1782387000@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-2/2026-06-25/
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ros Sennitt":MAILTO:rsennitt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20220321T173622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T112955Z
UID:10011760-1782381600-1782388800@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/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Abbeygate Cinema\, Hatter Street\, IP33 1LZ
CATEGORIES:Music,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gayle Wade":MAILTO:gaylehome@gmail.com
GEO:52.2440642;0.7142624
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20220325T160132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T100139Z
UID:10013513-1782381600-1782388800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bridge
DESCRIPTION:We are a friendly mixed ability group with about 40 people attending each week. We can accommodate a few more people and you do not need to bring a partner as you will always get a game. We meet upstairs at The Apex. \nThere is no charge but members are encouraged to buy a drink from The Apex Coffee Shop.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/bridge/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:The Apex\, Charter Square\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 3FD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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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:20260625T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20240821T135851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T085325Z
UID:10012846-1782381600-1782388800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Crime & Justice
DESCRIPTION:Through weekly discussions\, we explore and debate aspects of policy and practice concerning crime and justice\, but we do so with a light touch. This a really contemporary subject area attracting a range of diverse opinions informed by the group’s own interests. Some guest speakers may be introduced for more specialised areas. Topics of interest would include: Why do people commit crime; Does Prison Work; What is justice and who is entitled to it; What do the police do; Is the criminal justice system effective? \nThere is no payment required to attend this group\, but the venue ask that we buy a coffee or a snack to cover their costs. \nPlease contact Mark\, the group organiser\, to confirm dates (Login required).
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/crime-justice/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Oakes Barn\, St Andrew's St South\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 3PH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Social Sciences,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Manning":MAILTO:Mark@u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
GEO:52.2428;0.710281
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20220331T102812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T221637Z
UID:10010518-1782381600-1782392400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Walking Too
DESCRIPTION:Our Group members take it in turns to plan and lead walks which are approx 6 miles in length starting at 10.00. Lunch follows each walk (arranged by the walk leader)\, generally at a local pub. \nOur walks are usually circular – starting and ending at or near the pub designated for lunch – however\, members are welcome to plan linear walks when possession of a bus pass might come in handy! \nDriving is necessary so we encourage car sharing.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/walking-too/2026-06-25/
CATEGORIES:Outdoors,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Mann":MAILTO:elizabeth.mann357@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T101500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T121500
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20260305T172538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T084924Z
UID:10012656-1782382500-1782389700@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:German Conversation and Reading
DESCRIPTION:The 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. \nThis is a conversation and reading group rather than a teaching group and members should have a good knowledge of German\, with experience of actually speaking the language\, as well as enthusiasm to participate in discussions. Therefore\, the Group would not be suitable for beginners. \nOur meetings include: \nGerman conversation – a lively mix of sharing our news or interests\, with a presentation about the arts\, history\, a place of interest or a biography.  Quick quizzes\, jokes and word games are also part of the sessions.  We also read aloud in turns from a chosen book for pronunciation practice and discussion.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/german-conversation-and-reading-2/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:All Saints Church\, Park Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3QW
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ute O'Meara":MAILTO:ute.omeara@btinternet.com
GEO:52.2434193;0.6913763
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=All Saints Church Park Road Bury St Edmunds IP33 3QW;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Park Road:geo:0.6913763,52.2434193
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T123000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20260411T140747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T172201Z
UID:10012853-1782385200-1782390600@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Walking with Dogs
DESCRIPTION:A walk around Nowton Park with our canine friends should take about one hour. Small dogs under 10 kilos welcome. One well behaved small dog per person\, to be kept on a lead at all times. Flat even paths\, no stiles\, possibly some muddy bits. Non dog owners are also very welcome.  The café is also dog friendly\, with option for coffee afterwards. \nCar parking costs £2 (up to 2 hours) £3 (over 2 hours)
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/walking-with-dogs/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Nowton Park Cafe\, Bury Road\, Bury St. Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP29 5LU
CATEGORIES:Outdoors,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Godfrey":MAILTO:emeraldcity7@googlemail.com
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:20260625T141000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T153000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20220322T172028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T144320Z
UID:10008515-1782396600-1782401400@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/2026-06-25/
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:20260625T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T173000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20260509T184424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T184425Z
UID:10013219-1782397800-1782408600@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-2/2026-06-25/
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:20260626T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T123000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20220903T095109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T105343Z
UID:10011326-1782473400-1782477000@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 desirable\, 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/2026-06-26/
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:20260626T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20220329T070057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T144642Z
UID:10009316-1782482400-1782489600@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
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/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Culford Village Hall\, Culford\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP28 6DN
CATEGORIES:Music
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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:20260626T141500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T154500
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20220325T093909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T164510Z
UID:10008763-1782483300-1782488700@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/2026-06-26/
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:20260626T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T180000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20240830T172054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T093248Z
UID:10013190-1782489600-1782496800@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/2026-06-26/
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20260126T160910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T185343Z
UID:10008275-1782498600-1782507600@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Elderberries (The u3a Singers) Summer Concert
DESCRIPTION:You will be entertained to a varied programme\, arranged in chronological order\, from 1500s to the present day. You will hear everything: classical and pop\, sacred and secular\, jazz and romance. In addition you will be treated to a lavish buffet in the interval provided by the choir at no extra cost. \nWe are bigger and better than ever before and have been working hard over the last three months to put this programme together\, so we’d love you to come and appreciate our effort! See you there! \nTickets are £7 including interval buffet (£4 under 16s) and available on the door (cash only).
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/the-elderberries-the-u3a-singers-summer-concert/
LOCATION:All Saints Church\, Park Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3QW
CATEGORIES:Music,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Norris":MAILTO:karennorris907@btinternet.com
GEO:52.2434193;0.6913763
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=All Saints Church Park Road Bury St Edmunds IP33 3QW;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Park Road:geo:0.6913763,52.2434193
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20220404T153451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T112217Z
UID:10009788-1782727200-1782734400@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/2026-06-29/
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:20260629T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20240610T173433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T150944Z
UID:10013124-1782741600-1782748800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Cryptic Crosswords
DESCRIPTION:We are a group exploring and developing our skills in Cryptic Crosswords. Solving abilities in the group range from the novice to more experienced solvers. \nThe group is led by John Moody\, an experienced cryptic crossword solver\, blogger and compiler. John is a Times Crossword Championship semi-finalist\, leader of the crossword blogging site “Times for The Times” and founding compiler and editor of the Weekend Quick Cryptic Crossword series. \nPeople who are keen to learn are as welcome as those who have some existing knowledge.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/cryptic-crosswords/2026-06-29/
LOCATION:The Apex\, Charter Square\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 3FD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Moody":MAILTO:jrmoody159@btinternet.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:20260629T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T173000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20260509T184424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T184425Z
UID:10013220-1782743400-1782754200@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-2/2026-06-29/
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:20260630T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20260419T161215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T162012Z
UID:10013068-1782813600-1782820800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bowls (Lawn Bowling)
DESCRIPTION:u3a members can join in a friendly lawn bowling session at Risbygate Bowling Club (IP33 3RR) from April to September. \nThe first session needs to be pre-booked and all equipment including club bowls are available to use. Members do not need any experience. Flat shoes are essential. \nSome experienced bowlers will be on hand to offer advice and assistance. Free parking\, café and bar facilities are available at the club. \nThe first couple of sessions are free and thereafter the cost is £5 per session. \nAlternatively it will also be possible to join the Risbygate Bowling club for the outdoor season (annual cost £80) and attendance at these and various other outdoor bowling sessions at the club will then be available and included in the membership. \nThere is also indoor bowling available at Risbygate all year round with the main season starting in mid-September. \nPlease contact group leaders\, Christina & Michael\, for more information.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/bowls-lawn-bowling/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:Risbygate Sports Club\, Westley Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3RR
CATEGORIES:Sport,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Christina Stubbs":MAILTO:stubbs17@sky.com
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:20260630T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20260612T091053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T091053Z
UID:10013476-1782817200-1782824400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Cinema Group 3
DESCRIPTION:Focusing on independent/ arthouse cinema releases\, this group will meet once a month (over coffee!) to casually discuss 2 or 3 films that we’ve chosen and then gone to see (independently) at both the cinema and on streaming platforms. \nMembers are also welcome to give a short presentation to the group on a favourite film\, director or other topic of interest pertaining to the film industry. \nWe have limited space for new joiners. Please contact the Organiser\, Kim Godfrey (log on required)
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/cinema-group-3/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:Edmundo Lounge\, 28 Cornhill\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 1DY
CATEGORIES:Literature, Theatre and Film,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Godfrey":MAILTO:emeraldcity7@googlemail.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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T153000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20230111T141927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T150409Z
UID:10011020-1782828000-1782833400@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/2026-06-30/
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline Byrne":MAILTO:carolinecbyrne@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20260505T131320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T131525Z
UID:10013143-1782829800-1782835200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:History Under Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Subjects we cover are varied and chosen by the group. \nWe have studied ‘The Age of Enlightenment’ 1730-1810 and ‘Crimea’ by Orlando Figes. \nOur current topic is The First Civilisations.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/history-under-discussion/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:Member’s Home
CATEGORIES:History,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Reece":MAILTO:dog4man@protonmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20220330T072617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T151827Z
UID:10009619-1782900000-1782907200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Music Matters
DESCRIPTION:Our 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.\nIndividuals take a lead\, if they wish\, on presenting a composer or musical topic.\nExamples are played of either the ‘form’ or of the composer on a Bluetooth enabled CD player.\nEnjoying music and each other’s company is a priority!
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/music-matters/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Thomas Clarkson Centre\, Spaul Room\, Hospital Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3JT
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Graham Fitchett":MAILTO:grahamfitchett@hotmail.com
GEO:52.2409283;0.7106738
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Thomas Clarkson Centre Spaul Room Hospital Road Bury St Edmunds IP33 3JT;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Hospital Road:geo:0.7106738,52.2409283
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20260512T181523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T181846Z
UID:10013276-1782900000-1782907200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Book Group 3
DESCRIPTION:Our aim is to promote friendship amongst u3a members through reading.\nThe 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. \nA quarterly reading list is assembled from suggestions submitted by members of the group. Over time a wide range of different genres is covered. This includes old and new classics\, historical novels\, biographies and autobiographies\, thriller and crime novels\, factual and fiction. Current best sellers are included once they are available in paperback or on Kindle.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/book-group-3/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Abbeygate Cinema\, Hatter Street\, IP33 1LZ
CATEGORIES:Literature, Theatre and Film,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anne Siklos":MAILTO:a.murray255@btinternet.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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T150000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20220324T083757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T142747Z
UID:10009069-1782907200-1782918000@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/2026-07-01/
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
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:20260701T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T153000
DTSTAMP:20260617T191029
CREATED:20220319T124408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T151957Z
UID:10013504-1782912600-1782919800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Angel Book Group
DESCRIPTION:With a shared obsession and love of reading\, we are a small group who thoroughly enjoy discussing a diverse range of books. We have no set genre. \nOne of the joys we find of being in a book group is reading books we wouldn’t necessarily choose.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/angel-book-club/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Oakes Barn\, St Andrew's St South\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 3PH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Literature, Theatre and Film,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Desme Smith":MAILTO:desmelsmith@hotmail.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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