News from the Groups
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Science & Technology
Thursday, 2nd October – Birmingham Science Museum, Birmingham. Cost £50 inc coach fare, entrance and Planetarium show.
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.
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.
Thursday, 20th November
We visit the Poppy Factory in Richmond with a tour of the Christmas lights and then fish and chips. Includes a talk and tour. The deposit is £40 which is payable immediately. Contact details below.
To add your name to the list for above trips, please contact Mandi Simons on trips@wtu3a.org.uk or if you have any ideas for future trips.
Art & Culture
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. Contact, either John Masters or Chris Bennett at culture@wtu3a.org.uk.
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At The Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury (unless otherwise stated).
Wednesday, 8th October – 2pm – “The Lion, the witch and the wardrobe” – Price £41 for Stall tickets.
Wednesday 29th October Wycombe Swan – 2.30pm matinee – “Fawlty Towers” – Price £46.00
Friday 31st October – 7.30pm – “Nutcracker in Havana“- Price £50.00
Monday 3rd November 7.30pm – “A Fairytale for Christmas” – Price £35.00
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..
Discussion
Friday, 3rd October then 7th November
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
Tuesday, 14th October then 11th November
Further details from Sylv Elliott at walkers@wtu3a.org.uk
Gardening
CANCELLED-Monday, 22nd September – unfortunately due to sickness and holidays this meeting has been cancelled. Apologies. We hope to rearrange the planned talk at some point next year.
NEXT MEETING 27th October
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
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Card Making
Thursday, 9th October then 13th 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 .
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Mahjong
Thursday,9th October then 13th November
Rummikub
Tuesday, 21st October then 18th 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.
Quiz Afternoon
26th September then
24th October
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, 26th September, then 10th 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
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Coffee Morning
Thursday, 18th September and 16th October then 20th 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.
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
