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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T134500
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UID:10007195-1777038300-1777048200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Canasta
DESCRIPTION:Canasta originated in Montevideo\, Uruguay in 1939. \nInitially\, you make melds of 3 cards of the same value which you build on to make a Canasta (7 cards). Cards have different values according to their face value. The purpose of the game is to reach 5\,000 points. The more points you score\, the more card values you need to put in an initial meld – in other words\, you are handicapped. This is what makes the game interesting. \nI have a copy of the Canasta card game that we would follow because I know that there are several different ways to play.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/canasta/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:The Apex\, Charter Square\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 3FD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trudy Roberts":MAILTO:troberts485@gmail.com
GEO:52.2458045;0.7099607
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T123000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20220903T095109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T105343Z
UID:10007097-1777030200-1777033800@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/2026-04-24/
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:20260423T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T173000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20250807T151806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T141318Z
UID:10005215-1776954600-1776965400@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 £10 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/2026-04-23/
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:20260423T141000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T153000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20220322T172028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T144320Z
UID:10004984-1776953400-1776958200@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/2026-04-23/
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:20260423T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20241009T101230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T141454Z
UID:10008066-1776952800-1776960000@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Theatre Group
DESCRIPTION:Meetings for members take place around 5 times a year at Horringer Community Centre at 14.00.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/theatre-group-7/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Horringer Community Centre\, The Street\, Horringer\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP29 5RU
CATEGORIES:Literature, Theatre and Film,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Seymour":MAILTO:chair.theatre.bse@gmail.com
GEO:52.2258546;0.6726321
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T134500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T153000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20260313T120049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T223734Z
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SUMMARY:Tea Time Talk - Feminism by Dr Jack Fawbert
DESCRIPTION:Please contact the organiser\, David Dawson (Login required) for further details and to register your interest.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/tea-time-talk-feminism-by-dr-jack-fawbert/
LOCATION:Thomas Clarkson Centre\, Hospital Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3JT
CATEGORIES:Tea Time Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="David Dawson":MAILTO:daviddawson440@hotmail.com
GEO:52.2409283;0.7106738
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Thomas Clarkson Centre 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:20260423T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T123000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20260411T140747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T084628Z
UID:10012851-1776942000-1776947400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Walking with Dogs
DESCRIPTION:The walk and talk around Nowton Park with canine friends should last about 60 to 90mins\, along flat even paths\, no stiles\, possibly muddy bits. Small dogs under 10 kilos welcome. One well behaved small dog per person\, to be kept on a lead at all times. Non dog owners are are also welcome! \nThe café is also dog friendly\, so there is the option of a coffee afterwards. Car parking costs £2 (up to 2 hours) £3 (over 2 hours)
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/walking-with-dogs/2026-04-23/
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:20260423T101500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T121500
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20260305T172538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T084924Z
UID:10012654-1776939300-1776946500@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-2/2026-04-23/
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:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20220331T102812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T221637Z
UID:10006464-1776938400-1776949200@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/2026-04-23/
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:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20220325T160132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T100139Z
UID:10005745-1776938400-1776945600@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/2026-04-23/
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:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20220321T173622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T123642Z
UID:10004599-1776938400-1776945600@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Opera Group
DESCRIPTION:Please contact the organiser (Login Required) for information on group meetings.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/opera-group/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Group Organiser’s Home\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gayle Wade":MAILTO:gaylehome@gmail.com
GEO:52.2228408;0.673249
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T113000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20230424T163921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T142143Z
UID:10007649-1776938400-1776943800@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-2/2026-04-23/
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ros Sennitt":MAILTO:rsennitt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T141500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T151500
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20260407T173801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T084725Z
UID:10012252-1776867300-1776870900@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Bury Hillbillies
DESCRIPTION:Bury St Edmund based group learning to play German music. \nDo you have a musical instrument tucked away somewhere and would like to dig it out\, blow off the dust\, and start playing again with a very friendly group of like-minded people? \nIf so\, you would be welcome to join our happy group on Wednesday afternoons. \nYou don’t need to be a good player\, but it would be helpful if you can read very simple music or play by ear. It’s all about having fun with music. \nNo auditions – just a desire to enjoy making some music. \nPlease contact Mike Boocock\, the group organiser\, for more details (logon required)
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/the-bury-hillbillies/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Moreton Hall Community Centre\, Symonds Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP32\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Boocock":MAILTO:michael.boocock@yahoo.co.uk
GEO:52.2438503;0.7365108
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20250825T112459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T221853Z
UID:10005637-1776866400-1776873600@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:English History
DESCRIPTION:We are looking at the era of English History 1714 – 1914 covering the Georgian\, Victorian and Edwardian periods. Exploring subjects such as Arts and Culture\, Notable People\, Government\, Law and Order and Science and Industry.\nTopics are chosen by those group members who wish to present a topic\, with group discussion encouraged.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/english-history/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Thomas Clarkson Centre\, Spaul Room\, Hospital Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3JT
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie Pearson":MAILTO:pearsonalan@btinternet.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:20260422T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20220324T083757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T142747Z
UID:10005448-1776859200-1776870000@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/2026-04-22/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T123000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20220617T082345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T102219Z
UID:10006875-1776855600-1776861000@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/2026-04-22/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20260305T172530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T172530Z
UID:10005139-1776852000-1776873600@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/2026-04-22/
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Rose":MAILTO:peter.rose51@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20251117T172911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T152725Z
UID:10008228-1776852000-1776859200@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/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Quaker Meeting House\, St Johns Street\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Literature, Theatre and Film,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Hayden":MAILTO:bjmhaydens@aol.com
GEO:52.248593;0.7120823
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Quaker Meeting House St Johns Street Bury St Edmunds Suffolk United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Johns Street:geo:0.7120823,52.248593
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20220322T153444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T150530Z
UID:10004702-1776852000-1776859200@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/2026-04-22/
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:20260421T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T153000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20230111T141927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T150409Z
UID:10007410-1776780000-1776785400@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/2026-04-21/
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline Byrne":MAILTO:carolinecbyrne@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20250326T100552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T221325Z
UID:10008178-1776774600-1776780000@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Lunch Group 2
DESCRIPTION:A second Lunch Group has been set up for people who enjoy socialising and eating! \nWe plan to visit venues in Bury St Edmunds and its surrounding areas\, not too far out of town. We may car share to some venues. \nLocations of meetings will be notified to group members.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/lunch-group-2/2026-04-21/
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Pearce":MAILTO:jillpearce2000@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T113000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20251030T122636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T122740Z
UID:10008199-1776767400-1776771000@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Monthly Talk - Constable; the Artist Who Couldn't Get Arrested
DESCRIPTION:by Kim Smith\, Dedham Vale tour guide.\nMarking the 250th anniversary of John Constable’s birth in 1776\, the talk will provide an insight into his life and times\, as well as his surprising link to a modern celebrity. Despite his contemporary status as arguably Britain’s greatest landscape artist\, he sold very few paintings in his lifetime and was dogged by bad luck in both his professional and private lives. However\, whatever misfortune befell him\, Constable was admirably stoic and refused to give up.’
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/monthly-talk-constable-the-artist-who-couldnt-get-arrested/
LOCATION:The Apex\, Charter Square\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 3FD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Monthly Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rainaldo O'Meara":MAILTO:talkscoordinator@u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
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:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20260419T161215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T162012Z
UID:10013079-1776765600-1776772800@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/2026-04-21/
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:20260420T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T173000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20250807T151806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T141318Z
UID:10005214-1776695400-1776706200@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 £10 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/2026-04-20/
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:20260420T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20260126T155537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T155537Z
UID:10008248-1776693600-1776700800@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 22nd June. \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-2/2026-04-20/
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
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Thomas Clarkson Centre 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:20260420T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20220322T173355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T153237Z
UID:10005039-1776693600-1776700800@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/2026-04-20/
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
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Thomas Clarkson Centre 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:20260420T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20251103T103207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T143615Z
UID:10008218-1776682800-1776686400@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/2026-04-20/
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
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:20260420T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20260305T172543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T172543Z
UID:10007734-1776679200-1776686400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Monday Walking
DESCRIPTION:The exercise of a walk on Monday mornings in friendly company is a great way to start your week! \nThe walks vary in length\, approx 4 to 6 miles and start at 10 am\, typically finishing around 12.15 \nMembers of the group volunteer to lead walks and mention points of interest in the countryside\, historic buildings\, etc. \nWhen do we meet? First and third Monday mornings of the month (not July and August).
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/monday-walking/2026-04-20/
CATEGORIES:Outdoors,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Geoff Hayward":MAILTO:hayward@homestall.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20220404T153451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T180334Z
UID:10006749-1776679200-1776686400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Chess
DESCRIPTION:The chess group is for people of all abilities; from absolute beginners to Russian 12 year olds! \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/2026-04-20/
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:20260417T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T180000
DTSTAMP:20260429T170550
CREATED:20240830T172054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T144539Z
UID:10008036-1776441600-1776448800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Pickleball
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/2026-04-17/
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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