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 will examine the personality, the successes and failures of England's most iconic monarch. Recommended reading: Elizabeth I by Helen Castor ( 2018) Penguin Monarchs series. We are open to new members.
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
by Guest Speaker, Dr Jack Fawbert ***NOTE CHANGE OF SPEAKER*** Unfortunately the speaker for our talk on Monday about 'Positive Ageing' has fallen ill and has had to withdraw. However, we are very fortunate to have one of our own … Continue reading
We will examine the personality, the successes and failures of England's most iconic monarch. Recommended reading: Elizabeth I by Helen Castor ( 2018) Penguin Monarchs series. We are open to new members.
by Guest Speaker, Francis Young The cult of St Edmund did not disappear after the destruction of his shrine in Bury St Edmunds in November 1539, and St Edmund continued to be remembered (although at times rather hazily) in Suffolk … Continue reading
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
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 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
Teatime talk, Andrew Hinckley who leads the Forget Me Not group will lead a Teatime Talk on Dementia on Thursday 28 November at 2.15pm for a 2.30pm start. Finishing around 4.30pm with a refreshment break, at the Thomas Clarkson Centre. … Continue reading
