We are a group exploring and developing our skills in Cryptic Crosswords. Solving abilities in the group range from the novice to more experienced solvers. The group is led by John Moody, an experienced cryptic crossword solver, blogger and compiler. … 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
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. Members make their own way … Continue reading
There’s not really any organising to do. We turn up with our boards and word books and get on with it! We gather on Monday afternoons, 2 till 4 on the mezzanine floor at the Apex. For further information please … Continue reading
Pickleball is played either indoors or outdoors as singles or doubles. It’s played on a court similar in size and markings to a badminton court but players often use an actual badminton court or mark out pickleball lines on a … 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
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
