We have talks on and discuss a wide range of maritime matters eg ships, ports and communications. Future subjects include “The Early History of Marine Radio” and “Weather Ships”. We would be happy to have some new members. Due to … 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
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 … 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
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
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
The u3a Choir is a friendly, informal group with over 30 members, we sing a wide variety of music, usually in four parts (soprano, alto, tenor, bass). No Audition is necessary, and you don’t need to read music, as we … Continue reading
We will be looking at how the English language has developed over the centuries starting with the Celtic and Roman influences, and progressing through Anglo Saxon and Middle English to the Early Modern Age. It is a fascinating story of … Continue reading
Perhaps you know that “It’s not over until the fat lady sings”. You may remember Pavarotti singing Nessun Dorma at the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy, or have heard the Toreador song from Carmen. If you want to explore … Continue reading
We are a friendly social group bonding over a radio programme that's been woven into British culture for over 70 years and continues in popularity. There is an abundance of contemporary and relevant topics to discuss in a coffee morning format. … Continue reading
We visit a different local antique emporium or market in the Suffolk area, with the occasional foray across the county line. Previous and new members welcome! The format is to visit a series of local antique emporiums or markets in … Continue reading
An oversubscription of this popular interest group triggered the creation of this new Cribbage: Tuesday group We meet in the same venue and follow a similar format. organising into groups of 2,3 or 4 to play rounds of cribbage over good food … Continue reading
