News from the Groups
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TRIPS
- Cost to be confirmed, but likely to be a maximum of £45 per person.
- Non-refundable deposit of £20 is required when booking
Thursday, 3rd December – Bath Christmas Market
- Cost to be confirmed, likely to be a maximum of £21 per person
- Just names being taken at the moment
NEW GROUP STARTED!!
WRITING
Tuesday, 3rd March then 7th April
Would you like to write short stories, accounts of your life or many other possible topics? Group members will be welcome to choose their topics – either serious or trivial. Get in touch with Joy Mantell at writing@wtu3a.org.uk if you are interested.
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POSSIBLE NEW GROUP!!
SCRAPBOOK AND MEMORY BOOK GROUP
POSSIBLE NEW GROUP!!
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HAVE A GO
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LATIN BEGINNERS-GROUP NOW FULL
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Science & Technology
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.
Thursday, 2nd July – A guided tour of The Elizabeth Line.
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.
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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..
Discussion
Friday, 6th March then 1st May (no meeting in April as Good Friday)
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.
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At The Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury (unless otherwise stated).
Thursday, 5th March – 7.30pm “The Beekeeper of Aleppo”. Price £36.
Wednesday, 25th March – 2.30pm – “Barnum” – Price £42. Circle 1.
Tuesday, 19th May – 7.30pm – “That’ll be the Day”. Price £33.50.
Thursday, 3rd September – 7.30pm – “The Choir of Man”. Price £33.
To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk.
Walking Group
The next walk is on Tuesday 10th March, then 14th April
Further details from Sylv Elliott at walkers@wtu3a.org.uk
Gardening
Monday, 23rd March then 27th April
The group 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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Scrabble
Every Wednesday at 9.30am
Takes place at 9.30 for a 9.45 am start on the every Wednesday in The Five Bells, Weston Turville where we draw partners to start play.
If you are interested in joining this new group please contact Wendy Bailey at scrabble@wtu3a.org.uk.
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Card Making
Thursday, 12th February then 12th March
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 – NEW MEMBERS WELCOME
Thursday, 12th March then 9th April
Quiz Afternoon
27th February, 27th March then 24th April
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, 27th February, then 13th March and 27th March.
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, 19th February then, 19th March
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
