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 recently formed mutual support group for family carers who are looking after someone living with dementia. In addition to our regular meetings we hold a monthly walk for family carers and those they care for on the … Continue reading
Subjects we cover are varied and chosen by the group. We are starting a new book for our September 22nd meeting, King of the World, The Life of Louis XIV by Philip Mansel.
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
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
Visit to Copford Church (for wall paintings), Layer Marney Tower (for guided tour and lunch) and Tiptree Museum and Shop. Booking will open during week commencing 7th September by Special Bulletin.
Group members take turns to host meetings and select topics. We have recently opened this group up to include all centuries.
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
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. Outings usually last half to three-quarters of a day. Members travel by car … Continue reading
We are an advanced level French group for reading, writing and discussions.
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 … Continue reading
Meet up, have a coffee, play several hands of crib (cards and boards provided), have lunch and then go home. Games can comprise of 2, 3 or 4 players. We are a convivial group of people who enjoy playing Crib, … Continue reading
