WTu3a Newsletter – November 2025

The is now available!

Our newsletter for November has now been published. Read all the news here.

The next monthly general meeting (and last one for 2025) is on 27th November at 2.30pm. Our talk is “Oh No It Isn’t: A History of Pantomime” – by Pete Allen.

A date for your diary for 2026 – the first WTu3a BARN DANCE!!

Takes place on Friday 20th March from 7pm at the Rugby Club. Tickets are £10 each and are on sale at our November and January General Meetings.

2026 diaries available now!

With a planner on the left, and a ruled page for notes on the right, the layout blends the freedom of a notebook with a traditional diary. Cost: £7.70 + £3.00 shipping. Order directly from the u3a Brand Shop.

u3a Matters Magazine

If you aren’t subscribed to the u3a Matters magazine, you can get a taster of the content now by reading the digital version on the u3a website.

Future Speakers – Click the link here to see details of Speakers planned for our General Meetings at the Rugby Club until November 2025. Contact Carol Johnson on speakersecretary@wtu3a.org.uk if you have any suggestions for a future speaker.

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News from the Groups

19 October, 2025

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NEW GROUP!!

LATIN BEGINNERS

Thursday, 4th December

This new group takes please on the 1st Thursday of the month at 10am in the Union Chapel Hall and will be following the Cambridge Latin Course which provides an excellent start to the language in an easily digestible way but also looks at Roman civilisation. Please contact Simon Evers at latin@wtu3a.org.uk to join this new group.

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Science & Technology

To be arranged Early 2026 – Matthews Brickworks

Please let me know if you are interested in joining this tour, we have about 15 who are down at the moment. Maximum of 20. Start time is 10-30 and is no charge. A donation is requested.

Thursday, 5th February – How I built an Aircraft in My garden shed.

A fascinating presentation by Air Commodore Mark Manwaring on how he built an aircraft in his Weston Turville garden shed with the aim of breaking the world speed record for circumnavigation of the Earth.

This will take place in the Chapel hall at 2-00 pm and there will be a charge of £3 with any surplus after the hall payment going to the RAFBF.

Thursday, 5th March 2026 – The National Space Museum, Leicester.

Cost is £50 inc coach fare, entrance and Planetarium show. It’s also home to the UK’s largest planetarium which offers stunning 360° full dome experiences. This will be by coach for a full day trip. The cost of £50 includes travel by coach, entry fees to the museum, together with entry to the Planetarium.

Thursday, 4th June – A guided tour of The Elizabeth Line.

A journey along the Elizabeth Line starting at Taplow and reaching the Canary wharf station. Places are limited and interest is keen, so please contact John Beer to book a place.

Full details of all the above on the flyer here.

Please contact John Beer at science@wtu3a.org.uk to book your place on any of the above visits. Also, if you have any thoughts about future visits or talks, contact John Beer at science@wtu3a.org.uk.

Trips

GROUP LEADER OR LEADERS NEEDED TO ORGANISE TRIPS from 2026!!! Please consider coming forward. If you need more information on running a group please speak to Simon Evers or email chairman@wtu3a.org.uk.

Art & Culture

FULLY BOOKED – Monday, 1st December. 2pm. Handel’s House, London

FULLY BOOKED – Monday, 9th February 12pm. Royal Albert Hall.

Both the above visits were booked within a day of being advertised to members of the group, so if you want to get your name on the list contact, either John Masters or Chris Bennett at culture@wtu3a.org.uk.

Don’t forget the Art & Culture Group is aimed at everyone, not just lovers of art.

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Theatre Visits

At The Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury (unless otherwise stated).

Thursday 27th November- 2.30pm – “Inspector Morse – House of Ghosts” – Price £45.

To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk.

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Pickleball

The Pickleball group meets every Thursday at Halton Tennis centre. There are two sessions – 11am to 12pm and then 12pm to 1pm. Cost is £3 per person.

It couldn’t be easier to have a go at Pickleball and discover for yourself just how much fun it is!

Please contact Peter Allen at pickleball@wtu3a.org.uk to register your interest and to be added to his WhatsApp group for weekly attendees..

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Discussion

Friday, 7th November then 12th December

We meet on the 1st Friday of the month at the Five Bells at 10.30am.

Topics are chosen each month by the group. Please contact Terry at discussion@wtu3a.org.uk for more information and to be added to his list.

Walking Group

The group have their Christmas lunch on Tuesday, 9th December, so no walk until January!

Further details from Sylv Elliott at walkers@wtu3a.org.uk

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Gardening

NEXT MEETING 24th November

The group normally meets at 2pm in Weston Turville Chapel Hall and meets on the fourth Monday of the month. Cost £3. Don’t forget the ‘Swaps Table’.

For more information or to add your name to the list of group member’s, contact Jenny Hunt or Rosemary Williams at gardening@wtu3a.org.u

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Card Making

Thursday, 13th November then 11th December

Takes place at 10am on the second Thursday of each month in Weston Turville Chapel Hall. The initial charge is £2 per person.

The group leader can provide supplies and various equipment to experiment with which may have an additional cost of £1-£1.50. You can bring your own supplies and equipment as well.

If you are interested in joining this new group please contact Lindsey Beer on cardmaking@wtu3a.org.uk .

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Mahjong

Thursday, 13th November then 12th December

The Mahjong Group is actively seeking new members. The group is a mixed ability group, though most are relatively new to the game; so whatever your skill level you will be welcome.

The group meets in The Chapel Hall, Weston Turville on the second Thursday of the month from 2pm to 4pm. A small charge for the hire of the hall is required up front.

For further details, or to add your name to her list of members please contact Joy Williamson at mahjong@wtu3a.org.uk.

Rummikub

18th November and 16th December

The game of Rummikub is based loosely on Rummy (but with a twist). The group meets the third Tuesday of the month at 2pm at The Five Bells, Weston Turville. Contact the group leader Deborah Brown for more details at rummikub@wtu3a.org.uk.

Quiz Afternoon

28th November

Start time is 2.30pm at the Chapel Hall, Weston Turville.

Individuals and couples welcome. No need to get a team together. Questions are suitable for all levels of knowledge.

For more information contact Joy Mantell at quizzing@wtu3a.org.uk. Cost £2 and includes tea/coffee and biscuits.

CHESS

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The Chess Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at Chandos Arms, Weston Turville. We meet for any combination of chess, chat, lunch and/or a convivial glass on Fridays. The next meeting is on Friday, 24th October, then 14th and 28th November

We welcome newcomers of any (or no!) ability. If you are interested in joining or would like more information, either email Geoffrey Howell at chess@wtu3a.org.uk or phone him on 07916 328202

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Coffee Morning

Thursday, 20th November and 18th December

The group (in conjunction with Aston Clinton u3a) meets for tea, coffee or a drink and a chat at The Five Bells, Weston Turville, at 10.30am on the third Thursday of the month.

Contact Marie Jones for more information on coffee@wtu3a.org.uk.

Pétanque (weather permitting)

Details for pétanque group sessions:

They will be every Monday afternoon.
Timing 2pm to 4pm (Winter start time 1.50pm)
Venue is the new terrain behind Weston Turville village hall
Parking is available

If you need more information, contact Ken Shaw at petanque@wtu3a.org.uk.

Handbell Ringers (Beginners)

The group meets on a Friday morning at 10am at the group leader’s home. New and prospective member welcome. For more details and further dates of meetings, contact John Beer at handbells@wtu3a.org.uk

WTu3a Newsletter – March 2025

20 March, 2025

The is now available!

Our newsletter for March has now been published. Read all the news here.

The next monthly general meeting is on Thursday 27th March with a talk entitled “The Kennedys – Saints or Sinners” by Peter Hague.

Membership – We are coming to the end of the current membership year and your letter regarding the renewal details for the next year will be sent out in early April. Please do not pay your subscription until you receive this letter. The letter will explain how payment is to be made, together with the opportunity to confirm some of your details that are held on file. Your letter will also contain a link to complete the Gift Aid Form if you now wish to Gift Aid your membership fee under our new Joint Membership status (details in the newsletter).

Games morning – Although only a small number attended it was an enjoyable morning with the Parish Council providing the refreshments.

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