We aim to read books of all types, which will be suggested by members, but the emphasis will be on modern(ish) fiction. The many pleasures of belonging to a book group include reading books you wouldn’t have otherwise read and … Continue reading
We are a lively, informal group who meet on a Tuesday fortnightly to read poems aloud over a cup of tea and a biscuit. Each person chooses a few poems on a pre-agreed topic and a brief discussion follows a … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
This is a friendly group meeting once a month (over coffee!) to chat about 2 or 3 films that we’ve chosen and then gone to see at both the cinema and on streaming platforms. Focusing on independent/ arthouse cinema releases … Continue reading
We are a group of like-minded people who enjoy movies. Meeting once a month, over a cup of coffee, we have the opportunity to share what movies we have seen and what is coming up. We have expanded our viewing … Continue reading
We choose one or two films to see independently and then we discuss them at the following meeting. Normally one person gives a short presentation on each film.
The English Medieval Literature group (previously Chaucer Group). We’ve so far read texts ranging from Beowulf to Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales and Gawain and the Green Knight. We’re currently reading a selection of English Mystery Plays. We are currently reading Chaucer's … Continue reading
Our aim is to promote friendship amongst u3a members through reading. The 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. … Continue reading
Writing and story-telling have played different roles in our lives, but we share a common love of words and stories, and a wish to improve our writing abilities. Information for prospective members: Writing is a solitary activity but telling your … Continue reading
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.
Our aim is to promote friendship by reading a wide range of books from the classics to contemporary fiction.
We are a lively, informal group who meet on a Tuesday fortnightly to read poems aloud over a cup of tea and a biscuit. Each person chooses a few poems on a pre-agreed topic and a brief discussion follows a … Continue reading
