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The group has been discussing issues in philosophy for over two years. Some members have followed Bryan Magee’s excellent The Story of Philosophy. However, this book does not cover the most recent phase of the English language and European philosophy, … 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 
Canasta originated in Montevideo, Uruguay in 1939. Initially, 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 … Continue reading |
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We are a friendly group, interested in trying new crafts as well as sharing ideas and skills to create solo and joint projects. We are a friendly group, interested in trying new crafts as well as sharing ideas and skills … Continue reading 
We visit a wide variety of locations to study the birds, flora and fauna of this area of East Anglia. Most visits are within a 20-mile radius of Bury but we occasionally travel as far as the Suffolk coast. We … Continue reading 
We are a group of people who enjoy socialising and eating! We meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 12.00 at a previously agreed venue for lunch. The venue for the following meeting is decided by those present … Continue reading |
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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 |
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Small group of Italy-lovers who meet to improve their Italian. As 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. Members must have … Continue reading 
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 … Continue reading 
We are an advanced level French group for reading, writing and discussions. The group is currently full with a waiting list. We meet weekly on Thursdays, 11.00am to 12.30 |
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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 … 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 
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 … Continue reading |
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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 
This self-help group aims to give support to its members by sharing memories thus prompting recollections of our own past. Each month everyone reads something they have written and the Group discusses each piece and makes (helpful) comments. Some hope … 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 |
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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. Our language skills are … Continue reading 
The English Medieval Literature group (previously Chaucer Group). After completing our reading of Beowulf we've spent an interesting year expanding our knowledge of Anglo-Saxon poetry and Anglo-Saxon life in general with help from Kevin Crossley-Holland's The Anglo-Saxon World. Readings have … Continue reading |
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Final outing of 2025 to Delapré Abbey and 78 Derngate in Northampton. Please note this trip is SOLD OUT and there is a long wait list. Full details are available via this link. 
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. Individuals take a lead, if they wish, … 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 
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. One of the joys we find of being in a book group is … Continue reading |
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The walks vary in length and start usually at 9:45 am, typically finishing before 4:00pm in time for tea and cake. Our walks can take us over county borders, making for an early start from Bury. Where possible we car … Continue reading
Small group of Italy-lovers who meet to improve their Italian. As 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. Members must have … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading |
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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 … 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
Canasta originated in Montevideo, Uruguay in 1939. Initially, 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 … Continue reading |
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The MOTO group is for all u3a in Bury St Edmunds members who don’t live with a partner, single, widowed or divorced, to get together to make new friends and enjoy a variety of activities in company with others. How … Continue reading |
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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. Group is currently full. 
We are a friendly and enthusiastic group of art lovers who discuss and study all aspects of the history and appreciation of art. Our meetings vary from talks by group members, studio visits to local artists, trips to art exhibitions, … 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 |
9 events,
We are a friendly group, interested in trying new crafts as well as sharing ideas and skills to create solo and joint projects. We are a friendly group, interested in trying new crafts as well as sharing ideas and skills … Continue reading
We visit a wide variety of locations to study the birds, flora and fauna of this area of East Anglia. Most visits are within a 20-mile radius of Bury but we occasionally travel as far as the Suffolk coast. We … Continue reading 
We are a recently formed mutual support group for family carers who are looking after someone living with dementia. We meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 10am , upstairs in the Bay Tree cafe at 11, St … Continue reading |
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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
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 
We look at all aspects of painting, sculpture etc and the history behind it. We present a topic and then discuss it during the meeting. There is always a lively discussion in which you are welcome to participate or simply … Continue reading |
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Small group of Italy-lovers who meet to improve their Italian. As 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. Members must have … 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. We have capacity to take on new members. Please contact Kate, the … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading |
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This is a very sociable group which meets every month. Ordinarily, you work in a small team. No prizes. No losers. Just light-hearted sociable fun with 10 rounds of quickfire questions and answers. 98% of all questions are answered by … Continue reading
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 … 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 |
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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 |
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The Elderberries, together with their leader Karen Norris, will be singing popular songs from WWII, reflecting on VE Day celebrations in London and here in Bury St Edmunds. Music will range from well known songs such as 'White Cliffs of … Continue reading 
A second Lunch Group has been set up for people who enjoy socialising and eating! We plan to visit venues in Bury St Edmunds and its surrounding areas, not too far out of town. We may car share to some … Continue reading
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. Our language skills are … Continue reading |
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We are a friendly social group bonding over a Radio 4 programme woven into British culture for 75 years and which continues in popularity. There are an abundance of storylines and topics discussed in our coffee morning style format. We … 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 
Due to popular demand a second Wine Appreciation Interest Group has started. This group is now full. Please contact the group organiser if you’d like to be added to the waiting list. Plus you can complete the form on Joining … Continue reading |
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Small group of Italy-lovers who meet to improve their Italian. As 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. Members must have … Continue reading
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 … 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 |
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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 … 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
Canasta originated in Montevideo, Uruguay in 1939. Initially, 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 … Continue reading |
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The group has been discussing issues in philosophy for over two years. Some members have followed Bryan Magee’s excellent The Story of Philosophy. However, this book does not cover the most recent phase of the English language and European philosophy, … 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
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 |
7 events,
We visit a wide variety of locations to study the birds, flora and fauna of this area of East Anglia. Most visits are within a 20-mile radius of Bury but we occasionally travel as far as the Suffolk coast. We … Continue reading
We are a friendly group, interested in trying new crafts as well as sharing ideas and skills to create solo and joint projects. We are a friendly group, interested in trying new crafts as well as sharing ideas and skills … Continue reading
We are a group of people who enjoy socialising and eating! We meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 12.00 at a previously agreed venue for lunch. The venue for the following meeting is decided by those present … Continue reading |
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Group members take turns to host meetings and select topics. We have recently opened this group up to include all centuries. We are currently full but happy to start a waiting list, please contact the Group Leader who can add … 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
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 |
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Small group of Italy-lovers who meet to improve their Italian. As 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. Members must have … Continue reading 
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 … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading |
5 events,
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 … 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
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 … Continue reading |
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