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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240520T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240520T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T153237Z
UID:13184-1716213600-1716220800@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/
LOCATION:Thomas Clarkson Centre\, Hospital Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3JT
CATEGORIES:Social Sciences
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/CurrentAffairs.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Smith":MAILTO:steve.jsmith2703@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251110T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20251103T103207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T143615Z
UID:28897-1762772400-1762776000@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/
LOCATION:Abbeygate Cinema\, Hatter Street\, IP33 1LZ
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Pocket-French-Dictionary.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Baker":MAILTO:jen.baker2046@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240520T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20260305T172543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T172543Z
UID:31423-1716199200-1716206400@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/
CATEGORIES:Outdoors,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Monday-walk-at-Thetford.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Geoff Hayward":MAILTO:hayward@homestall.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240513T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20220404T153451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T180334Z
UID:13837-1715594400-1715601600@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/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240913T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240913T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20240830T172054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T144539Z
UID:24280-1726243200-1726250400@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/
LOCATION:Skyliner Sports Centre\, Rougham Tower Avenue\, Bury St. Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP32\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sport,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/pickleball.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Pamela Colebourne":MAILTO:pamcolebourn66@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240517T141500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240517T154500
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20220325T093909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T164510Z
UID:13308-1715955300-1715960700@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Badminton
DESCRIPTION:Maybe you used to play badminton many moons ago and feel you would like the chance to take it up again. \nYou do not need to be county standard as the emphasis is on enjoyable social sport. \nWe meet at the Abbeycroft Leisure Centre on Friday afternoons where four courts are available to us. In a typical session\, we have 16-20 players.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/badminton/
LOCATION:Abbeycroft Leisure Centre\, Beetons Way\, Bury Saint Edmunds\, IP33 3TT
CATEGORIES:Sport,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alan Hewson":MAILTO:alanthewson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240517T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20220329T070057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T144642Z
UID:13532-1715954400-1715961600@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Recorder Consort
DESCRIPTION: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 instruments. Learning to handle recorders is not usually a problem for adults and it is a matter of learning where the notes are from fingering charts and practising how to co-ordinate breathing\, tongueing and fingering. In this group a few members play more than one instrument. \nMusic can be supplied and can be taken away for practise between sessions. Your own recorder and music stand would be needed. Plastic instruments can be purchased inexpensively. \nRecorder consort playing demands fairly good sight reading skills so a familiarity with music notation is necessary before you consider joining this group but you don’t need to be an expert to join in!
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/recorder-consort/
LOCATION:Culford Village Hall\, Culford\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP28 6DN
CATEGORIES:Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/s-l300.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Sewell":MAILTO:jennysewell@cooptel.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240517T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240517T123000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20220903T095109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T105343Z
UID:16318-1715945400-1715949000@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/
LOCATION:Abbeygate Cinema\, Hatter Street\, IP33 1LZ
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stuart Lee":MAILTO:stuartleespain@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250807T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250807T173000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20250807T151806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T141318Z
UID:27729-1754577000-1754587800@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/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T163000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20220605T085614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T145501Z
UID:14861-1715869800-1715877000@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Photography
DESCRIPTION:Open to all levels of experience. The desire to improve your photography skills could range from the desire to capture memories through to learning more artistic or creative techniques. \nAre you interested to learn along side each other or have an interest in a particular form of photography\, whether it be for your holidays snaps\, or landscape\, portrait\, family occasions\, animals\, pets\, wildlife\, insects\, buildings\, objects\, flowers\, street\, sport\, black & white\, macro\, or just to feel more confident taking photos? \nCome along regardless of the type of camera you have whether it is on your mobile phone\, instant\, bridge or SLR camera. \nThere is no expectation that anyone is an expert who has to teach the others\, the philosophy behind u3a is that we learn from each other – and preferably have fun too. \nNew members with any level of experience are welcome. \nThere is a small cost to each member to cover the cost of the room hire at £10 per 3-month term (£3.33/month). \nBrowse through a selection of our members photos with our newly created viewing platform \nPlus a field trip once a month – usually the first Thursday of the month. Please contact the Group Leader for details.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/photography/
LOCATION:Thomas Clarkson Centre\, Hospital Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3JT
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Daw":MAILTO:david.daw@talktalk.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T141000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T153000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20220322T172028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T144320Z
UID:13154-1715868600-1715873400@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/
LOCATION:Moreton Hall Health Club
CATEGORIES:Sport,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/RacketballDunlop.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Hood":MAILTO:michael94rw@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20230510T115453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T143950Z
UID:19106-1715868000-1715875200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Philosophy for All Group 2
DESCRIPTION:The philosophy groups focus on the turning points in Western Philosophy from its rise in Ancient Greece to the Present Day. We also work on the assumption that there are branches of philosophy and we try to think about these in turn. We have recently started to think about comparing Western and Eastern philosophy.  We use a variety of books. One recent book we have used is: Life – A User’s Manual: Life Advice from the Great Philosophers\, by Julian Baggini\, Penguin\, 2020. The current group text book is 50 Philosophy Classics\, Tom Butler-Bowden\, NB Publishing\, 2022. Prospective members should buy this book.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/philosophy-for-all-group-2/
LOCATION:Thomas Clarkson Centre\, Hospital Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3JT
CATEGORIES:Science & Philosophy,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/philosophy-Screenshot-2023-05-10-125000.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Chapman":MAILTO:peterchapman418@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240718T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240718T133000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20240618T132030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T143714Z
UID:23464-1721300400-1721309400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Suffolk Churches and Villages - Group 2
DESCRIPTION:We normally meet on the Third Thursday of each month (except December) in the morning mostly at 11.00am – but occasionally this has to be changed due to availability of venues or clashes of events. \nMembers make their own way to the selected Church or village when a talk and tour with a local guide is generally organised. \nCoffee is usually arranged and a venue for lunch is suggested for those who wish to stay on.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/suffolk-churches-and-villages-group-2/
CATEGORIES:History,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Dennington-church.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Pat Field":MAILTO:m.field@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20240708T142011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T172647Z
UID:23663-1758189600-1758196800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Greek Classical Literature
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe read and discuss the plays and share any information we discover from other sources. \nWe are currently reading Ted Hughes’ translation of the Oresteia by Aeschylus \nWe meet at 10am on the 3rd Thursday of the month (Except December) in the Margaret Kemp Room at the Quaker Meeting House.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/homers-odyssey/
LOCATION:Quaker Meeting House\, St Johns Street\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Literature, Theatre and Film,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/the-bacchae-of-euripides.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Quentin Cornish":MAILTO:qandl.cornish@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250814T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250814T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20220325T160132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T100139Z
UID:13350-1755165600-1755172800@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/
LOCATION:The Apex\, Charter Square\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 3FD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/bridge-2.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Park":MAILTO:chrisandamandap@sky.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20230424T163921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T142143Z
UID:18625-1715853600-1715859000@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/
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/shutterstock_1330504484-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ros Sennitt":MAILTO:rsennitt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240515T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240515T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20220601T105115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T143115Z
UID:14802-1715788800-1715796000@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Other Wine Group
DESCRIPTION:Due to popular demand a second Wine Appreciation Interest Group has started. \nWe have capped the group at 12-13 to allow everyone to be involved and contribute in the discussions during the tastings. \nWe sample wines from the primary styles of wine to the more unusual from the top wine producing countries to the lesser known from around the world. \nWe sample 6-7 wines each month.   We take turns to volunteer (optional) to research and bring the wine one month and guidance on groups of wine to sample can be provided. \nAll costs are shared\, and we each pay £12 per head covering the cost of wines.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/wines-around-the-world/
LOCATION:Member’s Home
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/06F2E81F-BF37-4401-8A14-0C7550753E64.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Baker":MAILTO:jen.baker2046@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T141500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T151500
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20260407T173801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T084725Z
UID:34604-1776262500-1776266100@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/
LOCATION:Moreton Hall Community Centre\, Symonds Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP32\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Oompah-Band.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Boocock":MAILTO:michael.boocock@yahoo.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240515T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240515T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20220324T083757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T142747Z
UID:13238-1715774400-1715785200@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/
LOCATION:The Manger\, The Street\, Bradfield Combust\, IP30 0LW
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/group-scaled-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Keen":MAILTO:pjkeen1@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250904T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250904T123000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20220617T082345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T102219Z
UID:15022-1756983600-1756989000@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/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250115T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20231010T123358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T142427Z
UID:20925-1736935200-1736940600@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Archers Appreciation Group
DESCRIPTION:We are a friendly social group bonding over a Radio 4 programme woven into British culture for 75 years and which continues in popularity. \nThere are an abundance of storylines and topics discussed in our coffee morning style format. We laugh\, speculate about plot lines and characters. We share our experiences where themes from the programme overlap our lived experience.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/the-archers-appreciation-group/
LOCATION:Member’s Home
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arlene Sabitini":MAILTO:grapefru1txz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240514T141500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240514T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20220329T082150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T111123Z
UID:13581-1715696100-1715702400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Poetry Reading
DESCRIPTION:We are a lively\, informal group who meet on a Tuesday fortnightly to read poems aloud over a cup of tea and a biscuit.\nEach person chooses a few poems on a pre-agreed topic and a brief discussion follows a reading. \nTopics include individual poets (Jackie Kay for example) or particular themes (Sun\, Moon and Stars for example).\nAnd sometimes we try to read a longer poem ‘in the round’ (The Rime of the Ancient Mariner for example.)
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/poetry-reading/
LOCATION:Jan Tuffs Home
CATEGORIES:Literature, Theatre and Film,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jan Tuffs":MAILTO:janjet98@googlemail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240514T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240514T153000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20240507T163143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T142001Z
UID:23108-1715695200-1715700600@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Italian Beginners Conversation
DESCRIPTION:A beginners Italian conversation group hoping to develop our verbal language skills by discussing\, in Italian\, various topics and scenarios in an informal and fun way. As we will learn both with and from each other\, this group is suitable for the absolute beginner as well as those with a smattering of Italian.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/italian-beginners-conversation/
LOCATION:Oakes Barn\, St Andrew's St South\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 3PH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lynda Cornish":MAILTO:lycorn75@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240514T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240514T153000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20230111T141927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T150409Z
UID:17558-1715695200-1715700600@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/
CATEGORIES:Languages,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline Byrne":MAILTO:carolinecbyrne@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240514T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240514T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20240228T143040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T113805Z
UID:22207-1715688000-1715702400@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Cribbage Tuesday Group
DESCRIPTION:An oversubscription of the popular Cribbage group triggered the creation of this new Cribbage: Tuesday group \nAlthough now at a different venue\, we follow a similar format.  organising into groups of 2\,3 or 4 to play rounds of cribbage over good food with friendly people.  Boards are provided.  All are welcome whether novice or veteran.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/cribbage-tuesday-group/
LOCATION:The Fox Inn\, 1\, Eastgate Street\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 1XX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Leisure,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Richard Sabatini":MAILTO:r2sabatini@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T123000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20220324T090153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T110753Z
UID:13265-1770721200-1770726600@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Government and Politics
DESCRIPTION:We are a lively and participative group with members offering to lead discussions on a range of issues. \n**NOTE** Start time of 10.30 for February & March meetings.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/government-and-politics/
LOCATION:Thomas Clarkson Centre\, Hospital Road\, Bury St Edmunds\, IP33 3JT
CATEGORIES:Social Sciences,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Dawson":MAILTO:daviddawson440@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250909T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20180801T151505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T115456Z
UID:2701-1757413800-1757419200@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Book Group 1
DESCRIPTION:Our aim is to promote friendship by reading a wide range of books from the classics to contemporary fiction.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/book-club-i/
LOCATION:St John’s Centre\, The Centre\, St John’s Street\, Bury St Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 1SN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Literature, Theatre and Film,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jan Tuffs":MAILTO:janjet98@googlemail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250211T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20250122T175633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T110456Z
UID:25854-1739268000-1739278800@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Dementia Carers
DESCRIPTION:We are a recently formed mutual support group for family carers who are looking after someone living with dementia. \nWe meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 10am \, upstairs in the Bay Tree cafe at 11\, St John Street. Our meetings provide information with short talks from experts and providers\, as well as providing an opportunity to exchange information and provide mutual support. \n 
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/dementia-carers-2/
LOCATION:Bay Tree Cafe\, 11 St Johns Road\, Bury St. Edmunds\, Suffolk\, IP33 1SQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Interests,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Hinchley":MAILTO:ahinchley@yahoo.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240514T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20260305T172524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T172524Z
UID:31367-1715680800-1715688000@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Craft Group
DESCRIPTION:We are a friendly group\, interested in trying new crafts as well as sharing ideas and skills to create solo and joint projects. \nWe are a friendly group\, interested in trying new crafts as well as sharing ideas and skills to create solo and joint projects. \nWe have enjoyed sessions doing tie-dying\, polymer clay modelling\, lino-cutting\, glass and pottery painting\, needle-felting\, wet felting\, beadwork\, and card making. \nWe used a range of yarn techniques and fabric printing to make a banner to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the u3a in Bury St Edmunds during 2018. \nThe charge is £15 a term
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/craft-group/
LOCATION:New Green Community Centre\, New Green Avenue\, Thurston\, IP31 3TG
CATEGORIES:Art & Crafts,Study Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janet Holden":MAILTO:janetholden13@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240514T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T000152
CREATED:20220331T081321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T150231Z
UID:13733-1715680800-1715688000@www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wildlife
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe generally meet two Tuesday mornings each month\, usually 2nd and fourth\, although if we are venturing further afield we enjoy a day trip\, generally with a pub lunch.
URL:https://www.u3aburystedmunds.co.uk/event/wildlife/
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lin Davey":MAILTO:lindaveyflempton@googlemail.com
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