Book Group 1
St John’s Centre The Centre, St John’s Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, United KingdomOur aim is to promote friendship by reading a wide range of books from the classics to contemporary fiction.
Our aim is to promote friendship by reading a wide range of books from the classics to contemporary fiction.
We are a lively and participative group with members offering to lead discussions on a range of issues. From our pre-Referendum start in 2016, our lively and participative group has discussed a wide range of policy issues and the current … Continue reading
The course will cover English Medieval History from the reign of Henry 11 ( 1154- 1189) to Edward 11 ( 1307-27). This covers events & developments of key importance right up to the present – the foundation of the English … Continue reading
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. We read and discuss … Continue reading
u3a members can bowl indoors on Fridays from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. The sessions need to be pre-booked and will cost £5/player. The use of club bowls is included in the fee. The indoor bowling season is mainly from September to March. Lawn … Continue reading
Due to ongoing popular demand, a third Wine Appreciation Interest Group has started. This 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 … Continue reading
A group for absolute beginners or those with very rusty, school-level French that started at the end of June 2025. We use our own combination of resources (online apps such as Duolingo, and books) to self learn, along with group … Continue reading
The chess group is for people of all abilities; from absolute beginners to Russian 12 year olds! We’re a friendly bunch who don’t take chess too seriously. Instruction/guidance provided if required. Boards and pieces provided. No fees. Why not come … Continue reading
The exercise of a walk on Monday mornings in friendly company is a great way to start your week! The walks vary in length, approx 4 to 6 miles and start at 10 am, typically finishing around 12.15 Members of … Continue reading
A group for absolute beginners or those with very rusty, school-level French that started at the end of June 2025. We use our own combination of resources (online apps such as Duolingo, and books) to self learn, along with group … Continue reading
The course will cover English Medieval History from the reign of Henry 11 ( 1154- 1189) to Edward 11 ( 1307-27). This covers events & developments of key importance right up to the present – the foundation of the English … Continue reading
Passion, argument, disagreements (politely), differences of opinion, fun and most of all laughter. These 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. … Continue reading
