News from the Groups

16 February, 2026

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TRIPS

Sarah Gunn and Sharon Pennery have now volunteered to run the group and have arranged the following two trips.

Friday, 26th June – Windsor Castle

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

Sarah and Sharon will be at the next general meeting to take names, or you can contact them at trips@wtu3a.org.uk.

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NEW GROUP STARTED!!

WRITING

Tuesday, 5th May then 2nd June

The Writing group is on the 1st Tuesday of the month at the Group Leader’s home.

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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NEW GROUP STARTED!!

SCRAPBOOK AND MEMORY BOOK GROUP

Monday, 11th May then 8th June

This group is meets at the group leader’s house, on the 2nd Monday of the month at 2pm.

With everyone having plenty of pictures, holiday bits and pieces and such like, then displaying them in book could be the thing for you! Lindsay Beer has all the equipment to make these items into books. If you are interested please contact Lindsay at scrapbook@wtu3a.org.uk or at the general meeting.

NEW GROUP STARTED!!

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HAVE A GO!

Thursday, 14th May (10am-12pm)
Air Rifle Shooting (indoor)

Group members selected from a growing list of ideas to go indoor Air Rifle shooting as their first event to ‘have a go’ at. Click here for the current list of suggestions.

To join the group and book your place (deposit of required on booking) and receive full details of the event, contact Karen Newman on haveago@wtu3a.org.uk.

Members of this group volunteer in turn to organise the activities so the workload is shared and the onus is not on one person. If you are interested in joining and bringing your ideas to the group, please contact Karen Newman at haveago@wtu3a.org.uk for more information.

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Science & Technology

Thursday, 7th May – Frogmore Paper Museum

This site houses the world’s oldest mechanised paper mill, still making artisan papers in the heart of Hertfordshire. e can explore the unique heritage site, where paper has been made since 1774, the first paper machine was placed in 1803 and we will learn about paper’s sustainability. Cost will be approx £15 including refreshments.

Thursday, 30th April 2026 – Matthews Brickworks

Please let John Beer know if you are interested in joining this tour. Maximum of 20. Start time is 10.30am and is no charge. A donation is requested.

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. A further trip in July may be planned if this visit is fully booked.

Thursday, 2nd July – A guided tour of The Elizabeth Line.

A second visit arranged for those who did not get on the first trip, provides a journey along the Elizabeth Line starting at Taplow and reaching the Canary wharf station. Please contact John Beer to book a place. A further trip in July may be planned if this visit is fully booked.

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..

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Discussion

Friday, 1st May then 5th June and 3rd July

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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Theatre Visits

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

Tuesday, 19th May – 7.30pm – “That’ll be the Day”. Price £33.50. Celebrating timeless hits from the 1950s until the 1980s.

Thursday, 11th June – 2.30pm “2.22 A Ghost Story”. Price £27-£31. This is a modern ghost story.

Thursday, 3rd September – 7.30pm – “The Choir of Man”. Price £33. An evening of foot-stomping entertainment.

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

Walking Group

The next walk is on Tuesday, 12th May then 9th June.

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

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Gardening

Monday, 27th April, no meeting on the 25th May Bank Holiday, then 22nd June

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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Mahjong – NEW MEMBERS WELCOME

Thursday, 14th May then 11th June

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.

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LATIN BEGINNERS-GROUP NOW FULL

Thursday, 7th May then 4th June

The group takes place 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 be added to a list if a possible 2nd beginners group starts in future.

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Card Making

Thursday, 14th May then 11th June

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 .

Quiz Afternoon

Friday, 24th April then 22nd May

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.

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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.

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 April, then 8th May and 22nd May.

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, 16th April then 21st May and 18th 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