Category Archives: Notices
Are you good at DIY, mending or fixing things?
Image by Miguel Á. Padriñán from Pixabay
The first Weston Turville Parish Council Repair Café is on 5th October and they have asked if any WTu3a members may be interested in helping?
Full details on the flyer. Contact David Blackmore on 07811 116152 if you are interested.
Are you good at fixing things?
Image by Miguel Á. Padriñán from Pixabay
The first Weston Turville Parish Council Repair Café is on 5th October and they have asked if any WTu3a members may be interested in helping?
Full details on the flyer. Contact David Blackmore on 07811 116152 if you are interested.
Thames Valley Network – Events from Oct 24
Unless otherwise stated all the events below will be on Zoom. Detailed flyers will be available nearer the time. When available click on the links in the boxes below for the flyer with full details of costs and how to book through TicketSource or Eventbrite.
Questions set by Avis Furness
Closing date: Wednesday, 2nd October
by Mark Lovatt
Closing date: Friday, 4th October
Friday, 4th October – Autumn Quiz
2.30pm on Zoom
Questions by Avis Furness. Teams chosen at random.
Details on the flyer. No fee.
Monday, 7th October
10.30am on Zoom – The American Election
By Mark Lovatt
Details on the flyer. The fee is £2 per device
The closing date for applications is Friday, 4th October.
Thursday, 21st November
From Tudor to Stuart – 10.30am on Zoom
A presentation by by Sue Doran
Details on the flyer. The fee is £TBA per device
The closing date for applications is TBC.
‘TICKETSOURCE’ icon immediately below the event on the TVN website. You will receive an acknowledgement immediately and the Zoom link a few days before the event. PLEASE CHECK THAT YOU ENTER YOUR DETAILS CAREFULLY WHEN YOU BOOK.
News from the Groups
NEW GROUP!!!
Discussion
Topics are chosen each month by the group. The first meeting is Friday, 18th October and will then take place on the 3rd Friday in the month. The venue is The Five Bells, starting at 10:30am.
Please contact Terry at discussion@wtu3a.org.uk for more information and to be added to his list.
Image by Thingfinder from Pixabay
POTENTIAL NEW GROUP – Pickleball
Peter Allen would like to set up a Pickleball group. The likely venue is Halton Tennis Centre.
Please contact Peter at pickleball@wtu3a.org.uk to register your interest. Further details will follow if there are sufficient numbers .
Tuesday, 8th October
National Memorial Arboretum
This trip is close to being oversubscribed already, so contact Mandi Simons or Jayne Lennard at trips@wtu3a.org.uk to see if there are places still available (a deposit of £25 per person will be required at the time of booking). Cost is estimated at £48pp. More details here.
WTu3a Christmas Lunch
Friday, 13th December
This year at Weston Turville Golf Club at 12.30.
Tickets for sale at the October Meeting, or contact Rosemary Williams or Sarah Gunn on xmaslunch@wtu3a.org.uk. Full details and menu choices on the flyer
WTu3a Quiz Night 2024
Friday, 8th November
This year we are NOT serving food, so if you wish to, please bring your own food, snacks and drinks. Contact Polly Wilkinson at quiznight@wtu3a.org.uk. Closing date 2nd November. Full details on the flyer.
NEW – Art & Culture
Tuesday, 19th November
The new Art & Culture Group is aimed at everyone, not just lovers of art and will begin with a visit to Tate Britain. Full details on the flyer. Contact, either John Masters or Chris Bennett at culture@wtu3a.org.uk.
Image from Pixabay under Free Content License
Music making – Potential NEW Group
Barry Burton, an experienced vibraphone player, would be interested in setting up a group of musicians to play together for fun. Guitarists, drummers or brass players or any musicians interested in joining him to play hits of the past. Contact Barry on burtonbarry77@gmail.com.
Image by Carlos Antonio Correia from Pixabay
Lace Making – Potential NEW Group
Sandi Latimer, used to make lace and now she’d like to pick up her bobbins again and would like to start a new group. If any are members interested. Please contact her on sandi_latimer@hotmail.com.
At The Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury (unless otherwise stated). To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk
Wycombe Swan Theatre – Thursday, 3rd October – 7.30pm – A Chorus Line – Price £37.
Thursday, 17th October – 2.30pm – Lord of the Dance – Price £44.
Milton Keynes Theatre –Wednesday, 27th November – 2.30pm – Come from Away – Price £39.50.
To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk.
Science & Technology
For the moment the SciTech team are taking a break and will not organise any other trips or talks for the rest of the year. They are going to take stock and in the new year will see how things stand.
If you have any thoughts about future visits or talks, please contact the group leader John Beer for more details at science@wtu3a.org.uk.
Image by Anita Smith from Pixabay
Card Making
Thursday, 10th October, 14th November
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 .
Coffee Morning
Thursday, 17th October then 21st November
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.
Walking Group
Tuesday, 8th October then Tuesday, 12th November
Details of the walks from Sylv Elliot (email below).
Another walking holiday in May 2025 is being planned and will be based at Speech House Hotel in the Forest of Dean. The walks will be around 6 miles per day.
Further details from Sylv Elliott at walkers@wtu3a.org.uk
Gardening
Monday, 28th October, then Monday, 25th November
On the 28th October, we have a speaker from Lindengate, Wendover.
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.uk
Coffee Morning
Thursday, 17th October then 21st November
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.
Quiz Afternoon
Friday, 27th September, 25th October, then Friday, 22nd 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
Rummikub
Tuesday, 15th October and 19th November
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.
Image by Rosa Rugosa from Pixabay
MAHJONG
**UPDATE** MEETINGS SUSPENDED – HOPEFULLY WILL RESTART IN THE AUTUMN
CHESS
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 (next one is Friday, 27th September, 11th October then 26th October).
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
Pétanque (weather permitting)
Details for pétanque group sessions:
- They will be every Monday afternoon.
- Timing 2pm to 4pm
- 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
News from the Groups
NEW – Art & Culture
Tuesday, 19th November
The new Art & Culture Group is aimed at everyone, not just lovers of art and will begin with a visit to Tate Britain. Full details on the flyer. Contact, either John Masters or Chris Bennett at culture@wtu3a.org.uk.
Tuesday, 8th October
National Memorial Arboretum
This trip is close to being oversubscribed already, so contact Mandi Simons or Jayne Lennard at trips@wtu3a.org.uk to see if there are places still available (a deposit of £25 per person will be required at the time of booking). Cost is estimated at £48pp. More details here.
Image from Pixabay under Free Content License
Music making – Potential NEW Group
Barry Burton, an experienced vibraphone player, would be interested in setting up a group of musicians to play together for fun. Guitarists, drummers or brass players or any musicians interested in joining him to play hits of the past. Contact Barry on burtonbarry77@gmail.com.
Image by Carlos Antonio Correia from Pixabay
Lace Making – Potential NEW Group
Sandi Latimer, used to make lace and now she’d like to pick up her bobbins again and would like to start a new group. If any are members interested. Please contact her on sandi_latimer@hotmail.com.
Dates for your diary:
WTu3a Quiz Night 2024 – Friday, 8th November
Arrangements are beginning to take shape for our annual evening quiz night. Details on the flyer will be updated as soon as plans are finalised.
WTu3a Christmas Lunch – Friday, 13th December
Tickets for sale at the September and October meetings, or contact Rosemary Williams or Sarah Gunn on xmaslunch@wtu3a.org.uk. Details on the flyer
At The Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury (unless otherwise stated). To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk
Wycombe Swan Theatre – Thursday, 26th September – 7.30pm – Bonnie and Clyde – Price £35.20.
Wycombe Swan Theatre – Thursday, 3rd October – 7.30pm – A Chorus Line – Price £37.
Thursday, 17th October – 2.30pm – Lord of the Dance – Price £44.
Milton Keynes Theatre –Wednesday, 27th November – 2.30pm – Come from Away – Price £39.50.
To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk.
Science & Technology
NEW – Wednesday, 11th September
NEW DATE Thursday, 3rd October –Visit to Museum of Military Medicine and Milestone Museum, Basingstoke.
Full details on the above trips are on the flyer here.
To book your place on any of the above, or if you have any thoughts about future visits, please contact the group leader John Beer for more details at science@wtu3a.org.uk.
Image by Anita Smith from Pixabay
Card Making
Thursday, 12th September then 10th October
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 .
GARDEN VISITS
Tuesday, 10th September – Robin Hill, Water End, Stokenchurch, High Wycombe
Informal cottage garden/prairie style with a variety of trees, woodland edge plants, shade borders, shrubs, perennials and grass borders blending into pastureland. The cost will be £10 as a donation to the NGS and will include tea and cake.
Contact Heather Marshall on gardens@wtu3a.org.uk to add your name to her list for future garden visits.
Gardening
Monday, 26th August – NO MEETING as it’s bank holiday, then Monday, 23rd September
This meeting will be our 1st year anniversary, social event and quiz. Then on 28th October, we have a speaker from Lindengate, Wendover.
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.uk
Walking Group
Tuesday, 10th September then 8th October
Details of the walks from Sylv Elliot (email below).
Another walking holiday in May 2025 is being planned and will be based at Speech House Hotel in the Forest of Dean. The walks will be around 6 miles per day.
Further details from Sylv Elliott at walkers@wtu3a.org.uk
Quiz Afternoon
NO MEETING – Friday 23rd August (for a summer break)
The next meeting is 27th September. 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
Rummikub
Tuesday, 20th August then 17th September and 15th October
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.
Image by Rosa Rugosa from Pixabay
MAHJONG
**UPDATE** MEETINGS SUSPENDED – HOPEFULLY WILL RESTART IN THE AUTUMN
Coffee Morning
Thursday, 19th September then 17th October
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.
CHESS
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 (next one is Friday, 23rd August then 13th and 27th September).
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
Pétanque (weather permitting)
Details for pétanque group sessions:
- They will be every Monday afternoon.
- Timing 2pm to 4pm
- 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
News from the Groups
Image by Carlos Antonio Correia from Pixabay
Lace Making – Potential NEW Group
Sandi Latimer, used to make lace and now she’d like to pick up her bobbins again and would like to start a new group. If any are members interested. Please contact her on sandi_latimer@hotmail.com.
Image by Karolina Grabowska from Pixabay
Dates for your diary:
WTu3a Quiz Night 2024 – Friday 8th November
and sorry to mention it already but…
Wtu3a Christmas Lunch – Friday, 13th December
At The Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury (unless otherwise stated). To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk
Thursday, 22nd August – 7.30pm – Ghost the Musical – Price £37.50.
Wycombe Swan Theatre – Thursday, 26th September – 7.30pm – Bonnie and Clyde – Price £35.20.
Wycombe Swan Theatre – Thursday, 3rd October – 7.30pm – A Chorus Line – Price £37.
Thursday, 17th October – 2.30pm – Lord of the Dance – Price £44.
Milton Keynes Theatre –Wednesday, 27th November – 2.30pm – Come from Away – Price £39.50.
To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk.
Science & Technology
NEW – Wednesday, 14th September
NEW DATE Thursday, 3rd October –Visit to Museum of Military Medicine and Milestone Museum, Basingstoke.
Full details on the above trips are on the flyer here.
To book your place on any of the above, or if you have any thoughts about future visits, please contact the group leader John Beer for more details at science@wtu3a.org.uk.
Image by Anita Smith from Pixabay
Card Making
Thursday, 8th August then 12th September
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 .
GARDEN VISITS
Wednesday 21st August – Walled Garden, Luton Hoo Estate
Garden entry is £7.50 per person and this includes a fascinating guided tour of the walled garden which was designed by Capability Brown in the late 1760’s.
Tuesday, 10th September – Robin Hill, Water End, Stokenchurch, High Wycombe
Informal cottage garden/prairie style with a variety of trees, woodland edge plants, shade borders, shrubs, perennials and grass borders blending into pastureland. The cost will be £10 as a donation to the NGS and will include tea and cake.
Contact Heather Marshall on gardens@wtu3a.org.uk to add your name to her list for future garden visits.
Gardening
Monday, 26th August – NO MEETING as it’s bank holiday, then Monday, 23rd September
Full details to follow.
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.uk
Walking Group
Thursday, 1st August
This is an extra walk to the usual monthly one and has been planned for those who fancy doing 9 1/2 miles. Starting at 10.30am in Wooburn and using woods and fields around Burnham Beeches.
Tuesday, 13th August then 17th September
The walk on 13th August will be a circular walk based at Whiteleaf Hill.
Another walking holiday in May 2025 is being planned and will be based at Speech House Hotel in the Forest of Dean. The walks will be around 6 miles per day.
Further details from Sylv Elliott at walkers@wtu3a.org.uk
Quiz Afternoon
NO MEETINGS – Friday, 26th July or Friday 23rd August (for a summer break)
The next meeting is 27th September. 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
Visiting Churches – RESTARTING
After a break of about 18 months, the Visiting Churches Group Leaders, Odette Harris and Geoffrey Howell hope to restart this Summer if there is sufficient interest from members. The first visit is expected to be to Rycote Chapel near Thame (date to be decided).
Please email Odette and Geoffrey on churchvisits@wtu3a.org.uk if you are interested and would like to add your name to the new group list. Plans are in the pipeline to visit Rycote Chapel as the first visit. Details yet to be finalised.
Image by Rosa Rugosa from Pixabay
MAHJONG
**UPDATE** MEETINGS SUSPENDED – HOPEFULLY WILL RESTART IN THE AUTUMN
Rummikub
Tuesday, 20th August then 17th September
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.
Coffee Morning
Thursday, 15th August then 19th September
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.
CHESS
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 (next one is Friday, 26th July, then 9th August and 23rd August).
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
Pétanque (weather permitting)
Details for pétanque group sessions:
- They will be every Monday afternoon.
- Timing 2pm to 4pm
- 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
Thames Valley u3a – Currents events
Unless otherwise stated all the events below will be on Zoom. Detailed flyers will be available nearer the time. When available click on the links in the boxes below for the flyer with full details of costs and how to book through TicketSource or Eventbrite.
by Clive Aronson
Closing date: Sunday 8th September
A Virtual tour of the CERN Facility
Closing date: Saturday, 21st September
Friday, 4th October
2.30m on Zoom
Autumn Quiz
Questions set by Avis Furness
Closing date: Tbc
by Mark Lovatt
Closing date: Friday, 4th October
Wednesday, 11th September
10.30am on Zoom –Two Neil’s
A presentation by Clive Aronson playing the music of Neil Diamond and Neil Sedaka.
Details on the flyer. The fee is £2.00 per device
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 8th September.
Monday, 23rd September
10.30am on Zoom – A Virtual tour of the CERN facility
Two colleagues from the CERN facility will show the workings of this famous laboratory. Details on the flyer. The fee is £2 per device
The closing date for applications is Saturday, 21st September.
Friday, 4th October – Autumn Quiz
2.30pm on Zoom
Questions by Avis Furness
Details TBA.
Monday, 7th October
10.30am on Zoom – The American Election
By Mark Lovatt
Details on the flyer. The fee is £2 per device
The closing date for applications is Friday, 4th October.
Thursday, 21st November
From Tudor to Stuart – 10.30am on Zoom
A presentation by by Sue Doran
Details on the flyer. The fee is £TBA per device
The closing date for applications is TBC.
‘TICKETSOURCE’ icon immediately below the event on the TVN website. You will receive an acknowledgement immediately and the Zoom link a few days before the event. PLEASE CHECK THAT YOU ENTER YOUR DETAILS CAREFULLY WHEN YOU BOOK.
National u3a Friends Newsletter – April 2024
The April u3a Friends Newsletter is now available. Sign up here to receive your own monthly email.
For those that don’t receive the Third Age Matters Magazine, the u3a are announcing u3a Friends Extra. This is a 
benefits website developed for anyone signed up to the u3a Friends newsletter. You can make savings on well-known brands, shopping, travel, days out and more. The website provides access to a wide range of offers, discounts and additional services and is completely free.
News from the Groups
Summer Lunch 2024 (for members only)
Thursday, 25th July
We are holding our Summer Lunch once more on Thursday 25th July (and hoping for better weather than last year!). There will be no speaker that day, as per previous years, a fabulous lunch will be provided by Lynne Padgett and her team of helpers, along with afternoon entertainment, with the Folk, Blues and Beyond Group, and the Handbell Ringers. Details on the flyer.
The fee is £5 per person and it a ticket only event. The tickets will be on sale at the May and June general meetings. If you are not able to attend the meetings to buy your ticket, please contact Sarah Gunn at summerlunch@wtu3a.org.uk.
Image by Anita Smith from Pixabay
Card Making
Thursday, 13th June then 11th July
Following the interest in this new group, a regular time and date has been fixed 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 .
TRIPS – UPDATENOW FULL (with reserve list) –
- Highgate Cemetery – Wednesday, 17th July
- NO DATE AS YET – The National Memorial Arboretum, Staffordshire – September (tbc)
To add your name to the mailing list for the above trip please email Mandi Simons on trips@wtu3a.org.uk or speak to her at the Monthly General Meeting.
Science & Technology
Thursday, 6th June – Visit – Museum of Military Medicine and Milestone Museum, Basingstoke.
NOW FULLY BOOKED – Thursday, 4th July – Visit – The Hydraulics Research Organisation, Wallingford.
Full details on the above trips are on the flyer here.
To book your place on any of the above, or if you have any thoughts about future visits, please contact the group leader John Beer for more details at science@wtu3a.org.uk.
GARDEN VISITS
Wednesday, 22nd May
We have an afternoon visit from 2pm to the garden of Chesham Bois House (which lies just north of Amersham-on-the-Hill).
This is a 3 acre garden with lovely herbaceous borders, walled garden, old orchard with wildlife pond, and some topiary trees. The cost is £9 cash donation to NGS, to include refreshments.
Contact Heather Marshall on gardens@wtu3a.org.uk to book your place.
Tuesday, 25th June – NOW FULLY BOOKED
An afternoon visit to Cedar House, Bacombe Lane, Wendover, HP22 6EQ where Sarah Nicholson will welcome us to her Chiltern Hills garden which has a great variety of trees, shrubs and plants leading via a sloping lawn to a delightful natural swimming pond. The visit will start at 2.30 and will include home-made teas.
Gardening
Monday 27th May – NO MEETING
Monday, 24th June and 22nd July – visit to a members garden
The next two meetings on 24th June and 22 July, the group will be visiting a members garden. Full details to follow. To add your name to the list contact Jenny Hunt or Rosemary Williams on: gardening@wtu3a.org.uk
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 contact Jenny Hunt or Rosemary Williams at gardening@wtu3a.org.uk
Walking Group
Tuesday, 11th June and then 9th July.
Further details from Sylv Elliott at walkers@wtu3a.org.uk
Quiz Afternoon
Friday, 24th May then Friday 28th June
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
At The Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury (unless otherwise stated). To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk
Thursday, 23rd May – 7pm – a screening of Titanic – the Musical – Price £14.85.
Milton Keynes Theatre – Wednesday, 12th June – 2.30pm – Everyone’s Talking About Jamie – Price £37.
Thursday, 22nd August – 7.30pm – Ghost the Musical – Price £37.50.
Thursday, 17th October – 2.30pm – Lord of the Dance – Price £44.
Milton Keynes Theatre –Wednesday, 27th November – Time TBA – Come from Away – Price £39.50.
To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk.
Image by Rosa Rugosa from Pixabay
MAHJONG
**UPDATE** MEETINGS SUSPENDED – HOPEFULLY WILL RESTART IN THE AUTUMN
Rummikub
Tuesday, 21st May then 18th June
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.
Coffee Morning
Thursday, 20th June then 18th July
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.
CHESS
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 (next one is Friday, 24th May then 14th June).
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
Pétanque (weather permitting)
Details for pétanque group sessions:
- They will be every Monday afternoon.
- Timing 2pm to 4pm
- 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 every two weeks on a Friday morning at 10am at the group leader’s home. For more details and further dates of meetings, contact John Beer at handbells@wtu3a.org.uk
News from the Groups
Card Making – NEW GROUP COMING SOON!!
Are you interested in making your own cards for friends and relatives or to sell? Lindsey Beer is looking for like minded people to join a new group. You can be experienced or just starting out and need help. Lindsey can provide supplies and various equipment to experiment with but you can bring your own as well.
Depending on the level of interest it would be at her home in Wendover or at the Weston Turville Union chapel. If you are interested in joining this new group please contact Lindsey on cardmaking@wtu3a.org.uk .
Arts, Architecture & Culture – NEW GROUP COMING SOON!!
Although the name of this new group has yet to be finalised, the group will likely take the form of visits rather than based at a venue. A few visits in mind are to galleries, culture walks in London, behind the scenes tours at Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, etc. lTransport will be via the train or bus where possible to avoid coach hire. John Masters is working out the details so watch this space for further details!
TRIPS – UPDATENOW FULL (both with a waiting list) –
- Hampton Court Palace (including Tulip Festival) – Wednesday, 17th April
- Highgate Cemetery – Wednesday, 17th July
- NO DATE AS YET – The National Memorial Arboretum, Staffordshire – September (tbc)
To add your name to the mailing list for the above trip please email Mandi Simons on trips@wtu3a.org.uk or speak to her at the Monthly General Meeting.
GARDEN VISITS
Tuesday, 25th June
We have an afternoon visit to Cedar House, Bacombe Lane, Wendover, HP22 6EQ where Sarah Nicholson will welcome us to her Chiltern Hills garden which has a great variety of trees, shrubs and plants leading via a sloping lawn to a delightful natural swimming pond. The visit will start at 2.30 and will include home-made teas.
Contact Heather Marshall on gardens@wtu3a.org.uk to book your place.
Image by Rosa Rugosa from Pixabay
MAHJONG
**UPDATE** MEETINGS SUSPENDED – HOPEFULLY WILL RESTART IN THE AUTUMN
Quiz Afternoon
Friday, 22nd March then 26th 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
Gardening
Monday, 25th March then 22nd April
February’s meeting is a talk on bees and their value in the garden. Don’t forget the ‘Swaps Table’. The group meets at 2pm in Weston Turville Chapel Hall and meets on the fourth Monday of the month. Cost £3. For more information contact Jenny Hunt or Rosemary Williams at gardening@wtu3a.org.uk
Science & Technology
Thursday, 11th April – Visit – The Museum of Water and Steam in Brentford.
Thursday, 2nd May – Visit – RAF Hendon.
Thursday, 6th June – Visit – Museum of Military Medicine and Milestone Museum, Basingstoke.
Thursday, 4th July – Visit – The Hydraulics Research Organisation, Wallingford.
Full details on the above trips are on the flyer here.
To book your place on any of the above, or if you have any thoughts about future visits, please contact the group leader John Beer for more details at science@wtu3a.org.uk.
At The Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury (unless otherwise stated. To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk
Wednesday, 17th April – 7.30pm – Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of the Dubliners – Price £31.50.
A talented cast of musicians and singers brings this iconic group back to life.
Thursday, 18th April – 7.30pm – Johannes Radebe, The House of JoJo (Dance). Price £56.00.
A brand-new theatrical celebration jam-packed with roof-raising music, dazzling costumes and of course, world class dance.
Sunday, 28th April -7.30pm – Madama Butterfly, Puccini – Price £37.75.
One of the world’s most popular operas, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant – with dramatic results.
Wednesday, 8th May – 7.30pm – Me and My Girl – Price TBA
To book or for further details, please contact Melanie Evans at theatre@wtu3a.org.uk.
Rummikub
Tuesday, 16th April then 21st May
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.
Coffee Morning
Thursday, 18th April then 16th May
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.
CHESS
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 (next one is Friday, 22nd March, then 5th April).
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
Pétanque (weather permitting)
Details for pétanque group sessions:
- They will be every Monday afternoon.
- Timing 2pm to 4pm
- 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 every two weeks on a Friday morning at 10am at the group leader’s home. For more details and further dates of meetings, contact John Beer at handbells@wtu3a.org.uk
