Show MenuHide Menu

News from the Groups

15 April, 2025

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay

Science & Technology

Thursday, 5th June Leicester Space Museum, Leicester.  Cost is £50 inc coach fare, entrance and Planetarium show.

Friday, 27th June  – Bekonscot Model Village.  The annual visiting the evening from 6pm.  No admission fee but donations would be appreciated. 

Thursday, 3rd July – H.G. Matthews Brickworks in Bellingdon near Chesham. This is another chance for those that missed this excellent tour. 

Thursday, 4th September – de Havilland Aircraft Museum at London Colney.  Entry will be £20 to include a two hour guided tour and tea/coffee on arrival. Travel by own car.

Thursday, 2nd October – Birmingham Science Museum, Birmingham. Cost £50 inc coach fare, entrance and Planetarium show. 

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

Monday, 22nd September

A visit to the Black County Living Museum in Dudley. This is a marvellous museum where you can explore 250 years of history from the Industrial Revolution to post-war prosperity. Cost is £43 to include coach. A £25 deposit is required on booking. 

A visit to the Poppy Factory in Richmond with a tour of the Christmas lights and fish and chips will go ahead towards the end of the year.  More details to follow. 

To add your name to the list for both the above trips, please contact Mandi Simons on trips@wtu3a.org.uk or if you have any ideas for future trips.

Art & Culture

Thursday, 17th July

A visit to The Queen’s House, Greenwich.

Two tours 3pm and 3.30pm.  Cost £16. Limit 40 people. Contact, either John Masters or Chris Bennett at culture@wtu3a.org.uk

Friday, 3rd October

A visit to Discover Bucks Museum, Church Street, Aylesbury.

Cost is £15 which includes a talk followed by tea/coffee and cake.  Limit 35 people.

Don’t forget the Art & Culture Group  is aimed at everyone, not just lovers of art. Full details on the flyer.  Contact, either John Masters or Chris Bennett at culture@wtu3a.org.uk

Image by Thingfinder from Pixabay

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 £2 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..  

Image by poli_ from Pixabay

Discussion

Friday, 6th June, then we will 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.

Theatre Visits 

At The Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury (unless otherwise stated)

Wednesday, 8th October – 2pm – “The Lion, the witch and the wardrobe” – Price £41 for Stall tickets.

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

Walking Group 

Tuesday, 10th June then 8th July

 

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

Image by Agata from Pixabay

Gardening

Monday, 26th May – No Meeting

Monday 23rd June Hollydyke House, Little Missenden.  This is another visit then on 28 July we have our usual meeting.  Full details from Jenny Hunt at 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 or to add your name to the list of group member’s, contact Jenny Hunt or Rosemary Williams at gardening@wtu3a.org.uk

Image by Anita Smith from Pixabay

Card Making

Thursday, 12th June then 10th July

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

Image by Rosa Rugosa from Pixabay

MAHJONG

Thursday, 12th then 10th July

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

Thursday, 20th May then 17th 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.

Quiz Afternoon

Friday, 23rd May then 27th 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.  Cost £2 and includes tea/coffee and biscuits. 

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.  The next meeting is on Friday, 23rd May, then 13th 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 

Coffee Morning

Thursday, 15th May then Thursday, 19th June

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