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Allotment - Year Round ActivityYRecreationAnyMembers grow fruit and vegetables of their choice all year round. April WealApril.h.willis@gmail.com01202 37610507504 32611715 Sep 202531 Aug 2026All year activity09:00 - Roeshot Hill (RHA)A
Musicals and ShowsYSocialAnyIf you love musicals, join this group and go with others to see two or three musicals each year. Email musicals@christchurchu3a.org.uk.Kathleen Smithoutofhours@christchurchu3a.org.uk07804 255494Eileen Lancastereileen@christchurchu3a.org.uk07877 09883602 Sep 202501 Aug 2026 - Outdoors (OUT)A
Out of HoursYSocialAnySocial activities indoors and outdoors - evenings and weekends. Programme of events available by emailing the group leader. Kathleen Smithoutofhours@christchurchu3a.org.uk07804 25549422 Sep 202501 Aug 2026Evenings and Weekends - Outdoors (OUT)A
Social/Events GroupYSocialAnyThe group aims to incorporate holidays and local social events during Monday to Friday. Everyone welcomeDee Collinseventsu3a.dee@gmail.com01425 27237815 Sep 202526 Jun 2026monthly - Outdoors (OUT)A
Theatre GoersYSocialAnyVisits by coach to theatres to see interesting plays approx 6 times p.a. Zina Roworthzroworth@gmail.com01202 47566501 Sep 202531 Aug 2026Approx. 6 times per year - Outdoors (OUT)A
u3a Christchurch CommitteeYSocialAnyThe Committee consists of committed volunteers, who endeavour to provide activities to help members, LIVE, LAUGH, LEARN. We develop strategies to grow and enhance Christchurch u3a. Join the Committee.01 Sep 202531 Aug 2026Monthly - Somerford ARC (SOM)IT roomA
Pies & PicturesSocialSundayJoin a new social group every 2nd Sunday at Druitt Hall. Starting with a light lunch and coffee, the afternoon entertainment will finish with a classic film from the 50/60/70s, all for £5.Rosemary McCullochramccull@gmail.com07729 73857121 Sep 202530 Nov 2025625 Jan 202622 Mar 20265Fortnightly12:30 - 15:30Druitt Hall (DTH)Hall2
20th & 21st Century Fiction YLanguage and LiteratureMondayBooks are chosen by group members (all available in paperback/Kindle formats). We read in advance and discuss at our meetings. Meetings on the first Monday of each month.Mary Fyfemaryfyfe2008@gmail.com07740 70184607740 70184601 Sep 202506 Jul 202611Monthly14:00 - 15:30Group Leader Home (GLH)A
Book Club in the Pub YLanguage and LiteratureMondayNew Reading Group, every 4th Monday of the month. Venue the Meeting Room, Brewhouse & Kitchen, Southbourne. Members will choose the monthly books at a prior meeting and source the book themselves.Gill Palmergillpalmer50@icloud.com01202 39976207908 80732522 Sep 202527 Jul 202611Monthly10:30 - 12:30Southbourne Brewhouse and Kitchen (SBK)Meeting RoomA
Bridge for BeginnersGamesMondayThis introductory Bridge course will start from scratch assuming no knowledge of the game. You will learn by playing hands at the table and there will be accompanying notes and tuition. Geraldine Sweeneyrotamusic@yahoo.com07851 66651307851 66651315 Sep 202508 Dec 20251319 Jan 202623 Mar 20261013 Apr 202622 Jun 202611Weekly10:00 - 12:00Tuckton Social Club (TSC)3
ChessGamesMondayChess for everyone from absolute beginner to advanced. Tuition and advice given as needed. For quicker reply call or text please.Hossein Givihosseingivi20@gmail.com07546 93987707546 93987715 Sep 202508 Dec 20251319 Jan 202623 Mar 20261013 Apr 202622 Jun 202611Weekly14:30 - 16:30Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 43
Christchurch u3a SingersYMusicMondayA 60 strong, four-part choir, singing music from a range of genres aiming towards two concerts each year. No auditions, ability to read music is helpful, finding joy in singing essential. Mary Fyfemaryfyfe2008@gmail.com07740 70184607740 701846Virginia Boakesvirginiaboakes@btinternet.com07778 85627207778 85627229 Sep 202501 Dec 20251012 Jan 202623 Mar 20261113 Apr 202622 Jun 202611Weekly10:00 - 12:15Immanuel Church (ICH)Hall3
Craft GroupArts and CraftsMondayDo you like making cards? Would you like company? We share ideas, & learn new ones. But we do share specialist equipment. You will need your own craft kit, come & join a friendly group.Lydia Bloomlydiaebloom@gmail.com01202 43155607969 88458515 Sep 202508 Dec 20251319 Jan 202623 Mar 20261013 Apr 202622 Jun 202611Weekly10:00 - 12:00Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 43
Creative Writing For FunYYLanguage and LiteratureMondayMonthly members write 500-600 words in advance on an agreed topic which they then read at the monthly meeting. Meeting also includes a fun exercise designed to spark creativity.Lolly Seagerlollycott@googlemail.com01425 27983807854 71433701 Sep 202503 Aug 202612Monthly14:00 - 16:00IFORD UNITED REFORMED CHURCH (IUR)VestryA
Enjoying ArtArts and CraftsMondayAn informal look at artistic movements, individual artists and their influences and the historical context in which art was created.Heather Williamsheather.williams@talk21.com01202 48460922 Sep 202501 Dec 2025619 Jan 202616 Mar 20265Fortnightly10:30 - 12:15Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 1/ now room 132
Improving Your Artistic TechniquesArts and CraftsMondayThis class is a social painting group. An opportunity to improve your artistic abilities with like-minded people and practice art in whatever medium you prefer- all abilities welcomeJeanette Lawjeanette.law777@btinternet.com01202 42941707845 88219515 Sep 202508 Dec 20251319 Jan 202623 Mar 20261013 Apr 202622 Jun 202611Weekly10:30 - 12:30Homelands Community Centre (HCH)3
Lets MoveRecreationMondayAn exercise class using stretching, strength and stamina routines to help maintain flexibility, mobility and fitness in everyday life.No floor exercises involved. Chris Fitzpatrickchrisfitzp500@gmail.com01425 54718207731 99986415 Sep 202508 Dec 20251319 Jan 202623 Mar 20261013 Apr 202622 Jun 202611Weekly10:00 - 11:00High Cross Church (HCC)Hall, Kitchen3
Practical Creative WritingLanguage and LiteratureMondayWriting prose and poetry, reviewing and practising exercises to extend your writing skills. Suitable for those able to write 'on the spot' as well as complete a written piece each month. David Williamsdwquayside@gmail.com07720 56169407720 56169415 Sep 202517 Nov 2025319 Jan 202613 Apr 20264Monthly14:00 - 16:00Group Leader Home (GLH)2
Reading - Group 1YLanguage and LiteratureMondayDiscussions alternate between those on the sets of books provided by the BCP Libraries' Service and those on books of your own choice on any subject that are brought in by members of the group.Ken Bashambashamken@gmail.com01202 42601007756 45795015 Sep 202508 Dec 2025719 Jan 202630 Mar 2026613 Apr 202622 Jun 20266Fortnightly10:15 - 11:45Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 93
ScrabbleGamesMondayFor those who enjoy a good standard of playing Scrabble without being competitiveMary Bashambashmar43@gmail.com01202 42601007549 09822915 Sep 202508 Dec 20251319 Jan 202623 Mar 202610Weekly14:00 - 16:00The Runway (RUN)Room 12
AutobiographyLanguage and LiteratureTuesdayA small group exploring various ways to help remember the past, organise your material and bring your writing to life.Jackie Shermanjsherman8@gmail.com07732 59809013 Jan 202631 Mar 20267Fortnightly10:30 - 12:00Epicentre (EPI)1
Badminton - Group 1SportTuesdayEnthusiastic and friendly intermediate badminton group. No tuition and own racket required. Heather Grahamhgraham487@gmail.com01425 27737207766 96031516 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202610Weekly10:00 - 11:30Beaufort Centre (BCC)Gym3
Badminton/Short Tennis - Group 2SportTuesdayBadminton/Short Tennis. A bit of experience neceessary mostly. Short Tennis played depending on how many Badminton players attend the session John Belljohnandgerrybell@gmail.com01425 24860107849 02043616 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202610Weekly11:30 - 13:30Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Main Hall3
Bridge for ImproversGamesTuesdayBridge with learning for existing Bridge Players wanting to improve their bridge and/or to learn to play Duplicate David Waldrondavidwaldron2@gmail.com07809 18747107809 18747116 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202610Weekly13:30 - 16:15Tuckton Social Club (TSC)Main hall3
Brunch & Co. YSocialTuesdayConvivial new group meeting on the last Tuesday of the month for brunch at various local eateries. The latter will be selected based on food, style and budget. Timings dependent on venue. Jill Smith-Bucklandromanijill@hotmail.co.uk01202 08503107973 38286223 Sep 202525 Aug 2026Monthly10:15 - 12:15Outdoors (OUT)A
Current AffairsPhilosophy and SocietyTuesdayA look at events in the news, local, national and international.Where possible we try to keep things light hearted.Aim is to have enjoyable and lively discussions.Janice Harrisjanharris16@hotmail.co.uk01202 42752307505 32325316 Sep 202509 Dec 2025720 Jan 202617 Mar 20265Fortnightly10:30 - 12:00The Runway (RUN)Room 12
Drawing & Mixed MediaArts and CraftsTuesdayDrawing and painting with mixed media. Not suitable for beginners - like to try new thingsCarol Owenglynxch@gmail.com01202 48382916 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202611Weekly10:30 - 12:30Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 43
Drawing and Painting Arts and CraftsTuesdayArt for beginners and more experienced Bruce Thomsonjenandbruce3@yahoo.co.uk01202 423877Richard Titcumbmyrandrichard@btinternet.com01202 42758107926 16667016 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202610Weekly10:30 - 12:30St Katharine's Hall (SKH)Hall3
Duplicate Bridge with HelpGamesTuesdayFriendly group, played in a club format and help if wantedJean RoeJeanroe52@gmail.com01202 41654407920 32193716 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202610Weekly09:45 - 12:15Pokesdown and Southbourne Ex-Servicemen's (PSX)3
French ConversationLanguage and LiteratureTuesdayFrench Conversation for people wanting to maintain/improve their language skill through discussion and mutual support. Not aimed at beginners.Dorothy Freedorothyfree@live.com01425 29159407963 61253716 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 202610Weekly14:00 - 16:00Group Leader Home (GLH)2
German (Intermediate)Language and LiteratureTuesdaySuitable for students who have already taken a beginner's course.Mark Gardinermail.mark.gardiner@icloud.com01202 46245207818 48536523 Sep 202502 Dec 2025627 Jan 202624 Mar 20265Fortnightly10:00 - 12:00Homelands Community Centre (HCH)2
German For BeginnersLanguage and LiteratureTuesdaySuitable for beginners, or revisiting the basics.Mark Gardinermail.mark.gardiner@icloud.com01202 46245207818 48536516 Sep 202509 Dec 2025720 Jan 202617 Mar 20265Fortnightly10:00 - 12:00Homelands Community Centre (HCH)2
Indoor Bowls - Group 2SportTuesdayIndoor bowls for improvers and those with some experience of playing. Jan Barnetsonjanbarnetson@gmail.com01202 42602716 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 202610Weekly13:30 - 15:30East Dorset Bowls Club (EDB)Bowls Hall2
Indoor Bowls for Improvers - Group 1 SportTuesdayIndoor bowls for improversTerry Huxtableterry.huxtable655@btinternet.com01425 27907107850 21028216 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 202610Weekly13:30 - 15:30East Dorset Bowls Club (EDB)Bowls Hall2
London Music and Great conductorsYMusicTuesdayCome and see, hear and enjoy excerpts from well known composers who lived or visited London, including some Operas. No need to be an expert.Rosemary McCullochramccull@gmail.com07729 73857116 Sep 202509 Dec 2025720 Jan 202617 Mar 2026514 Apr 202623 Jun 20266Fortnightly10:00 - 12:00St Katharine's Hall (SKH)Meeting Room3
Magic Memories of the 1950s and 1960sMusicTuesdayThe music of the '50s and '60s and the Best Selling British records from 1953 to 1969 We will also include all the news from each of those years and remind members of life was in the 50's and 60'sMartin Axtonmartinaxton@hotmail.com01425 27697107522 10845416 Sep 202511 Nov 2025320 Jan 202617 Mar 2026321 Apr 202616 Jun 202634-Weekly14:00 - 16:00Priory House (PHO)Hewitt Room 3
More Enjoying ArtArts and CraftsTuesdayAn informal look at artistic movements, individual artists & their influences, and the historical context in which art was created.Heather Williamsheather.williams@talk21.com01202 48460923 Sep 202502 Dec 2025620 Jan 202617 Mar 20265Fortnightly14:00 - 15:45Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 1/ now room 132
Painting for PleasureArts and CraftsTuesdayCome along and paint with friendly, creative people and learn from each other, enjoy a creative afternoon. Tuition and guidance is available for watercolour and other media. Jeanette Lawjeanette.law777@btinternet.com01202 42941707845 882195Mike Morrismorrismnb@aol.com07910 47707907910 477074916 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202611Weekly13:30 - 15:30Homelands Community Centre (HCH)3
Sewing BeeArts and CraftsTuesdayBring your own project to this friendly group who do tapestry, cross-stitch, patchwork, quilting, embroidery, knitting, crochet or any other needlecraft you care to bring.Debbie Stephensdebbie.stephens2@ntlworld.com01425 27833507592 01420723 Sep 202502 Dec 2025620 Jan 202617 Mar 2026521 Apr 202616 Jun 20265Fortnightly10:00 - 12:00Stanpit Village Hall (SVH)Upstairs room3
Short Mat Bowls - Group 3SportTuesdayEnjoy learning a new game with friends. Some woods available Keith Letchfordlynneletchford45@googlemail.com01425 27727023 Sep 202502 Dec 2025620 Jan 202617 Mar 2026514 Apr 202623 Jun 20266Fortnightly14:00 - 16:00Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Main Hall3
Short Mat Bowls - Group 4SportTuesdayEnjoy learning a new game with friends. Equipment provided.Patricia BlythmanPatpaul65@gmail.com01202 47825007902 59397616 Sep 202509 Dec 2025727 Jan 202624 Mar 2026521 Apr 202616 Jun 20265Fortnightly14:00 - 16:00Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Main Hall3
SnookerSportTuesdaySnookerAlex Dearnleyfatgirlslim88@msn.com07803 10817507803 10817516 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202611Weekly16:00 - 18:00Q Sports Bar (QSB)Snooker Room3
Spanish ConversationLanguage and LiteratureTuesdayA chance to improve your language skills through a conversation group.Janet Johnstonejanetjohnstone659@gmail.com07730 76208907730 76208916 Sep 202509 Dec 202513Weekly10:30 - 12:00Beaufort Centre (BCC)1
Ukulele Group (Christchurch U3A)MusicTuesdayUkulele group for beginners and improvers. Aim to play concerts throughout the year. Practice at home is expected. A very supportive group to all members. Tim Dragejehdrage@gmail.com01202 51618816 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202610Weekly13:30 - 15:30St Katharine's Hall (SKH)Hall3
Vinyl for you: 60s, 70s, 80s or 90sYMusicTuesdayPlaying Vinyl from 60's,70's,80s & 90's, either 45's/LP's. 2nd TUESDAY of the Month. Bring 1-3 records, choose 1 track to play & explain your choice. Warm welcome. Donation requested for refreshmentTim GoodchildTimothygoodchild050655@gmail.com07854 81039007854 81039016 Sep 202509 Dec 2025420 Jan 202610 Mar 202614 Apr 202609 Jun 20263Monthly10:30 - 12:30Epicentre (EPI)3
Wine Appreciation 1YRecreationTuesdayLearning more about, sampling and enjoying wines once a month from November - March. Run as two separate groups on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.John Maddoxmaddox127@virginmedia.com01425 27897007901 74098411 Nov 202509 Dec 2025213 Jan 202610 Mar 20263Monthly14:00 - 15:30St Catherine's Hill Community Centre (SCH)Upstairs/Britannia2
Anyone For TennisYSportWednesdayFriendly mixed ability group including returning players but not total beginners. Own racquet required. Helen Birkheadhelenandchrisbirkhead@yahoo.co.uk01202 41796107947 04858010 Sep 202517 Dec 20251511 Mar 202601 Apr 2026415 Apr 202622 Jul 202615Weekly10:00 - 12:00Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Tennis Courts3
Bird WatchingRecreationWednesdayMonthly field trips to local nature reserves and places of interestKeith Dearkeith.dear@talk21.com01202 48460917 Sep 202510 Dec 202521 Jan 202625 Mar 202615 Apr 202624 Jun 20263rd Wed. of month10:00 - 12:30Outdoors (OUT)3
Blues Music AppreciationMusicWednesdayThe history of the Blues from early 20th Century, inc legendary labels, musical centres, influential styles and personalities and classic recordings. Guest speakers. Friendly, everyone gets involved!Keith Dearkeith.dear@talk21.com01202 48460924 Sep 202510 Dec 202528 Jan 202625 Mar 202629 Apr 202624 Jun 20264th Wed of month10:00 - 12:00Pokesdown and Southbourne Ex-Servicemen's (PSX)3
Board and Card GamesGamesWednesdayFriendly non-competitive afternoon of table games/cards eg 5 Crowns, Rummikub and Uno. We encourage sitting with different people each week in order to socialise. You can bring your own games as well.Dee Pagedeegpage@virginmedia.com07729 40388917 Sep 202510 Dec 20251321 Jan 202625 Mar 20261015 Apr 202624 Jun 202611Weekly14:00 - 16:00Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 43
Dancing for FunRecreationWednesdayCreating dance routines to everyone's favourite music: the type of dancing you would do in your kitchen to your favourite tracks! All abilities and all types of dance - anything that is fun to do.Jennet LambertJennet.lambert99@gmail.com01202 47663107770 77332008 Oct 202526 Nov 2025821 Jan 202625 Mar 20261015 Apr 202624 Jun 202611Weekly14:00 - 15:00Druitt Hall (DTH)Hall3
Golfing GroupYSportWednesdayFriendly mixed non competitive golf group open to all levels of ability. We play 9 holes in fair to good weather only, and meet from March to November inclusive avoiding the Winter months. Paul Farndonpaulfarndon19@gmail.com01425 61042207850 59779917 Sep 202519 Aug 2026103rd Wednesday of month11:00 - 14:30Outdoors (OUT)A
International Lunch Group 3SocialWednesday3rd lunch group meeting on the last Wednesday of the month.Jan Hartleyjanicehartley44@gmail.com07913 75438407913 75438428 Jan 2026Monthly - Outdoors (OUT)2
International Luncheon Group 2YSocialWednesdayDue to popular demand we have created a 2nd luncheon Group. This group will be very sociable, trying different cuisines at varying budgets in the local area. Meeting every 3rd Wednesday of the monthRosemary McCullochramccull@gmail.com07729 73857117 Sep 202519 Aug 2026Monthly12:30 - 14:30Outdoors (OUT)A
Lets DanceRecreationWednesdayTo learn the basics of Ballroom, Latin and sequence dancing in a friendly and supportive group. Bob Millerbob_and_vikki@yahoo.co.uk01425 24014607785 55675517 Sep 202510 Dec 20251321 Jan 202625 Mar 20261015 Apr 202624 Jun 202611Weekly14:00 - 16:00High Cross Church (HCC)Hall, Kitchen3
MeteorologyScience and TechnologyWednesday6-week courses on local (Meteorology) and global (Climatology) weatherErnie BallErnest.ball1@ntlworld.com01202 47148508 Oct 202512 Nov 2025611 Feb 202618 Mar 20266Weekly10:00 - 12:00Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 1/ now room 132
MotorbikingYRecreationWednesdayA relaxed ride of about (45miles) 90 minutes to a selected eatery. Ride home to Christchurch in the group or on your own. We try to ride throughout the year but it is weather dependent! 2nd WednesdayDick Turpindickt75@btinternet.com07903 90532507903 90532524 Sep 202526 Aug 2026Monthly10:00 - 14:00Stewarts Garden Centre (SGL)cafeA
Naval & Military HistoryYHistoryWednesdayPresentations by group members and speakers covering diverse military subjects from early times to WW2 and beyond.Jill Fearnjillfearn50@gmail.com01202 43214607788 10706517 Sep 202512 Nov 2025321 Jan 202618 Mar 2026315 Apr 202610 Jun 202634-Weekly10:00 - 12:00St Katharine's Hall (SKH)Hall3
Play ReadingLanguage and LiteratureWednesdayRelaxed and friendly group where members read and discuss plays of all kinds.Jill Daledale1@homeuser.net01202 43235724 Sep 202503 Dec 2025628 Jan 202625 Mar 20265Fortnightly14:00 - 15:30Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 92
Play Tennis for Fun in SouthbourneYSportWednesdayA friendly non-competitive tennis group that plays for pleasure/exercise/fun. All players please bring a racquet and a set of tennis balls. Email: mcrowell@hotmail.co.ukBernard Crowellmcrowell@hotmail.co.uk01202 98964203 Sep 202526 Aug 202652Weekly10:00 - 12:00Swanmore Tennis Courts (SWT)A
Poetry AppreciationLanguage and LiteratureWednesdayFinding poems on given themes and reading them out loud. David Nichollsbadgersden@btinternet.com01202 42698307783 40600117 Sep 202510 Dec 2025721 Jan 202618 Mar 2026515 Apr 202624 Jun 20266Fortnightly14:00 - 15:30Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 93
Table Tennis - Group 2SportWednesdayFriendly & sociable table tennis group with a very good mix of technique, enjoyment and fun. What we would do for a new leader though ! David Diamonddavid.mightyatom@gmail.com01202 42136517 Sep 202510 Dec 20251321 Jan 202625 Mar 20261015 Apr 202624 Jun 202611Weekly09:30 - 11:30Beaufort Centre (BCC)Hall3
Table Tennis - Group 3SportWednesdayFriendly table tennis group, average standard. Derek Ormesherdirkorm@hotmail.com01202 43230607483 21959117 Sep 202510 Dec 20251321 Jan 202625 Mar 20261015 Apr 202624 Jun 202611Weekly11:30 - 13:30Beaufort Centre (BCC)Hall3
Third Age FilmsArts and CraftsWednesdayWe write and produce feature films and shorts, hold regular discussions and talks on filming techniques and provide instruction in using film and audio equipment. See group's website for full details.Roger Williamsthirdagefilms.uk@gmail.com01425 67354207740 53109717 Sep 202510 Dec 20251321 Jan 202625 Mar 20261015 Apr 202624 Jun 202611Weekly14:15 - 16:15Stanpit Village Hall (SVH)hall3
Wine Appreciation 2YRecreationWednesdayLearning more about, sampling and enjoying wines once a month from November - March. Run as two separate groups on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.John Maddoxmaddox127@virginmedia.com01425 27897007901 74098412 Nov 202510 Dec 2025214 Jan 202611 Mar 20263Monthly14:00 - 15:30St Catherine's Hill Community Centre (SCH)Upstairs/Britannia2
Badminton - Group 3SportThursdayFriendly group for players at Intermediate levelJohn Fairbairnjfairbairn2017@gmail.com01202 42446618 Sep 202511 Dec 20251322 Jan 202626 Mar 20261016 Apr 202625 Jun 202611Weekly10:00 - 11:30Beaufort Centre (BCC)Gym3
Badminton - Group 4 SportThursdayBadminton Group for Enthusiastic Beginners (who have some experience) and Intermediates. Need own racket. Ian Peterkinianpac90@outlook.com07810 55829818 Sep 202518 Dec 2025808 Jan 202626 Mar 20261216 Apr 202602 Jul 202612Weekly16:00 - 17:30Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Main Hall3
Creative WritingLanguage and LiteratureThursday For those who enjoy writing and have some experience a warm welcome is on offer from a relaxed, fun and friendly group where we write prose and poetry, and experiment with all kinds of writing activiDawn D'Arcydawndarcy.uk@gmail.com01425 47684918 Sep 202511 Dec 2025722 Jan 202619 Mar 2026516 Apr 202625 Jun 20266Fortnightly14:00 - 16:00Greyfriars (GCC)Sitting Room3
Cryptic Crosswords for Beginners GamesThursdayJoin us to unlock the clues of cryptic crosswords in a relaxed manner. Just bring paper and pen. Meeting the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. Averil Simmonsaverils@live.co.uk01202 61930807708 022751Thelma Pricethelmajprice@talktalk.net01425 50158723 Oct 202504 Dec 2025322 Jan 202619 Mar 2026516 Apr 202625 Jun 20266Fortnightly14:00 - 16:00Stanpit Village Hall (SVH)Ground floor room3
Cycling GroupYSportThursdayResearch suggests regular exercise is beneficial - I am offering a social ride with a refreshment stop. Meet at top of Gloucester Rd, Boscombe in Kings Park.Archie HogganArchie.hoggan@gmail.com07905 86445507905 86445511 Sep 202516 Jul 202645Weekly10:00 - 12:30Outdoors (OUT)A
Gardening GroupYRecreationThursdayMeetings in members' houses to discuss gardening and our gardens over tea and cake. We also have trips to gardens. Meetings are on the third Thursday of each month throughout the whole year.Judy Halljudy_hall30@hotmail.com01202 25267118 Sep 202520 Aug 202612Monthly14:00 - 16:00Outdoors (OUT)A
History Happening YHistoryThursdayJoin a group of like-minded u3a members to investigate and discuss historical subjects ranging from life in the Roman world, Viking exploration, medieval feudalism to industrial expansion. Mike Parkermikeparkerbransgore@gmail.com01425 67208807923 05492018 Sep 202518 Jun 2026103rd Thursday of Month10:00 - 12:00The Runway (RUN)Room 1A
International Folk Dancing - AdvancedYRecreationThursdayAdvanced course for those ready for more complicated dances. Dances from Europe, including England, Israel, Russia, etc. No partner needed. Soft shoes essential. Janet Masonjanetmason22@gmail.com01202 433121Janice Harrisjanharris16@hotmail.co.uk01202 42752307505 32325318 Sep 202527 Nov 20251108 Jan 202626 Mar 20261216 Apr 202625 Jun 202611Weekly11:00 - 12:00Beaufort Centre (BCC)Hall3
International Folk Dancing - Beginners and ImproversYRecreationThursdayA class for Beginners and Improvers. Dances from Europe, Israel, Russia,etc. English folk dances are included. Soft shoes are necessary. No partner needed.Janet Masonjanetmason22@gmail.com01202 433121Janice Harrisjanharris16@hotmail.co.uk01202 42752307505 32325318 Sep 202527 Nov 20251108 Jan 202626 Mar 20261216 Apr 202625 Jun 202611Weekly10:00 - 11:00Beaufort Centre (BCC)Hall3
International Luncheon GroupYSocialThursdaySocial group meeting to sample various cuisines in local restaurants. 2nd Thursday of each month September to July inclusive. Please aim to attend as many lunches as possible.Mary Ashworthmaryashworth19@gmail.com01202 41876407946 332085Elizabeth Brownbrowndog12.com@gmail.com01425 62347707793 91926511 Sep 202509 Jul 202611Monthly12:45 - 14:30Outdoors (OUT)A
Learn a little LatinLanguage and LiteratureThursdayUsing simple Latin we shall follow a Pompeian family in its day to day life. Covering topics including the Roman house, Theatre, Forum, Education and Beliefs, utilizing photographs and English text. Roger Perryrogdibath@aol.com01202 93345807487 63700525 Sep 202511 Dec 202512Weekly14:00 - 15:30Epicentre (EPI)1
Music ShowcaseYMusicThursdayPerformance support for singers and musicians from all music genres. Members preferably experienced/comfortable performing in public, or wishing to do so. Targeting public concerts 2-3 times a year.John Fletcherjfletchertwyford@gmail.com07488 38441407488 38441411 Sep 2025Fortnightly10:00 - 12:00The Runway (RUN)Room 11
PickleballSportThursdayAn energetic cross between Tennis & Table Tennis, Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports. Group meets at the dedicated facility, PicklePad, Mudeford. Ideally members will have played before. Ian Peterkinianpac90@outlook.com07810 55829804 Dec 202518 Dec 2025315 Jan 202626 Mar 20261109 Apr 202618 Jun 202611Weekly11:00 - 12:30PicklePad (PIC)PickleBall Court3
Reading Group 2YLanguage and LiteratureThursdayA new sociable Reading Group meeting in Christchurch Library on the 3rd Thursday of the month. Discussing a wide range of books to be sourced through the Library. Iain McLayIainmclay14@gmail.com01202 72048507857 83743018 Sep 202518 Jun 202610Monthly14:00 - 15:30The Runway (RUN)Room 11
Reading Group 6YLanguage and LiteratureThursdayThe group meets in Highcliffe using library books and offering a sociable afternoon finishing with tea and cake. Meeting on the 1st Thursday of each month. Thelma Pricethelmajprice@talktalk.net01425 50158704 Sep 202506 Aug 202612Monthly14:00 - 16:00Group Leader Home (GLH)1
Science and ScientistsScience and TechnologyThursdayA journey from ancient Greece to the 20th Century meeting some of the greatest minds in history like Archimedes, Newton, Faraday, Curie and Einstein.Bill Lonnenwlonnen@hotmail.com01202 51843318 Sep 202511 Dec 20251322 Jan 202626 Mar 20261017 Apr 202526 Jun 202511Weekly14:00 - 15:30Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 43
Short Mat Bowls - Group 2SportThursdayEnjoy learning a new game with friends. Equipment provided. Margaret Rutterfordmargaret.rutterford@uwclub.net01202 42538407562 14977718 Sep 202511 Dec 2025722 Jan 202619 Mar 2026516 Apr 202625 Jun 20266Fortnightly14:00 - 16:00Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Main Hall3
Singing For FunMusicThursdayFriendly group singing songs people love. Non performanceAnn Jones ann.j.home4@gmail.com01202 80937418 Sep 202511 Dec 20251322 Jan 202626 Mar 20261016 Apr 202625 Jun 202611Weekly14:00 - 16:00Immanuel Church (ICH)Hall3
Table Tennis - Group 5SportThursdayFriendly group for improvers. Own bat required.Jeanne Butchermamaberguk@yahoo.co.uk07761 758936Vivien Goodwinviviengoodwin@yahoo.co.uk07526 27589107526 27589118 Sep 202511 Dec 20251322 Jan 202626 Mar 20261016 Apr 202625 Jun 202611Weekly12:15 - 14:15Beaufort Centre (BCC)Hall3
The Great ComposersMusicThursdayListening to music and learning about the great composers. Enjoying the company of like minded music lovers in a convivial atmosphere. Providing valuable social fellowshipBrian Clarkemrblclarke@gmail.com01202 48507207811 48044718 Sep 202511 Dec 2025722 Jan 202619 Mar 20265Fortnightly10:00 - 12:00St Catherine's Hill Community Centre (SCH)Upstairs/Britannia2
The Monthly Walking GroupYRecreationThursdayWalks are usually on the first Thursday of the month. They start at 10.30 am and are 5-6 miles long. Some walks can be quite strenuous and good footwear is essential. Afterwards, pub visit is optionalTim Dragejehdrage@gmail.com01202 51618818 Sep 202527 Aug 2026Monthly10:00 - 13:00Outdoors (OUT)A
Whist for FunGamesThursdayProgressive Whist or Rainbow Whist, come and enjoy with our lively and friendly group. Beginners welcome - guidance givenRuth Dunn01202 43115318 Sep 202511 Dec 20251322 Jan 202626 Mar 202610Weekly10:00 - 12:00Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 42
CalligraphyArts and CraftsFridayMuch more than learning the art of beautiful writing Keith Billington keith.b44@aol.com01425 62995619 Sep 202512 Dec 20251223 Jan 202627 Mar 20261017 Apr 202626 Jun 202611Weekly13:45 - 15:45The Runway (RUN)Room 13
Fish n Chips FrydayYSocialFridayMonthly, 2nd Friday at 12pm. Meet at a local Fish and Chips restaurant, numbers restricted to venue capacity. Please use dedicated email u3afish.n.chipsfryday@gmail.com to contact Group LeaderPaul Farndonpaulfarndon19@gmail.com01425 61042207850 59779912 Sep 202514 Aug 2026122nd Friday of the month12:00 - 14:00Outdoors (OUT)A
Get Heart Into Your ArtArts and CraftsFridayThis art class is different. We will explore what inspires you and free your creativity to help you paint with individuality, confidence, and real feeling.Alan Brainalanbrain@aol.com07941 56216207941 56216219 Sep 202512 Dec 20251210 Apr 202622 May 20267Weekly11:00 - 13:30The Runway (RUN)Room 12
Introduction to psychology Philosophy and SocietyFridayDevelop an understanding of major theories, to explore how the theories might help us to understand ourselves and others. Mini lectures, activities, discussions, Rebecca Soden rebeccasoden234@gmail.com07999 56574407999 56574423 Jan 202620 Mar 2026517 Apr 202615 May 20263Fortnightly10:30 - 12:30Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 92
Introduction to Transactional Analysis (TA)Philosophy and SocietyFridayEver feel small or irritated by others? Transactional Analysis (TA) helps with personal growth by illuminating areas of our thinking, feeling, and behavior to help us become who we were meant to be.David Crowderdave.crowder@gmail.com07798 83700507798 83700519 Sep 202524 Oct 20256Weekly09:30 - 10:30The Runway (RUN)Room 11
More Psychology: continuation of Introduction to PsychologyPhilosophy and SocietyFridayThis course builds on the Introduction to Psychology course through GL input, activities and discussion around research studies.Rebecca Soden rebeccasoden234@gmail.com07999 56574407999 56574419 Sep 202512 Dec 20257Fortnightly10:30 - 12:30Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 91
My Kind Of Music-the music of our lifetimesMusicFridayThe music - including advertising jingles and radio and television themes - which has been the soundtrack to our lives.Mike Wedgemwedge285@gmail.com01202 47138219 Sep 202512 Dec 2025423 Jan 202620 Mar 2026317 Apr 202612 Jun 202634 weekly10:30 - 12:30Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Meeting Room/ room 13
Photography GroupYScience and TechnologyFridayEnjoy learning to improve your photography. Weekly Friday "shoots"; first Friday of month meeting MWCC for reviews. Some shoots at any time, eg. day/coach trips, events, sunset/moonrise, night etc.Trevor Goodmantgwg79@yahoo.co.uk01425 27338407557 38348219 Sep 202531 Jul 202646Weekly10:30 - 12:30Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Meeting Room/ room 1A
Poetry Writing Language and LiteratureFridayPoetry writing workshop for all levels leading to publication. Supportive feedback given and information on poetic techniques and local events.Jill Barrjill.barr51@hotmail.com01202 48096107827 734634Barrie Suttonnottus1971@icloud.com01202 43225607724 89008919 Sep 202512 Dec 2025723 Jan 202620 Mar 2026517 Apr 202626 Jun 20266Fortnightly14:00 - 16:00Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 93
ShakespeareLanguage and LiteratureFridayEnjoy watching, reading and analysing three or four plays per yearDamian Heywooddamianheywood@btinternet.com01202 47699207598 24637219 Sep 202512 Dec 20251323 Jan 202627 Mar 20261017 Apr 202626 Jun 202611Weekly10:15 - 12:00Pokesdown and Southbourne Ex-Servicemen's (PSX)3
Short tennisSportFridayShort tennis a doubles game using short racquets & soft foam balls on a badminton size court. Mobility on court essential as NOT a beginners group. No tuition given. 2 spare racquet available for usePaula Pakemanpaulapakeman@icloud.com01202 42661207773 044556Francesco Luikenilmondo47@gmail.com07580 44634507580 44634519 Sep 202512 Dec 20251323 Jan 202627 Mar 20261017 Apr 202626 Jun 202611Weekly14:00 - 15:30Beaufort Centre (BCC)Gym3
Shorter WalksRecreationFridayShorter Walks 2 to 3 miles long, generally at starting points accessible to local bus services. We meet normally 3rd Friday of the month. Moderate and slower walkers will be catered for.Francesco Luikenilmondo47@gmail.com07580 44634507580 44634519 Sep 202512 Dec 202523 Jan 202627 Mar 202617 Apr 202626 Jun 2026Monthly10:30 - 12:00Outdoors (OUT)3
Table Tennis - Group 4SportFridayFriendly table tennis group for improvers and intermediate standard Steve Pelletiersteve_p1947@yahoo.co.uk01202 42936307928 27873719 Sep 202512 Dec 20251323 Jan 202627 Mar 20261017 Apr 202626 Jun 202611Weekly13:00 - 15:00Beaufort Centre (BCC)Hall3
Travel GroupTravelFridayMembers study a town or area followed by a coach visit. Group meets every two weeks. Two meetings in St Catherine's Hill hall to plan trips and then a trip out. Margaret Thomasm.thomas44@btinternet.com01202 433556Jill Daledale1@homeuser.net01202 43235719 Sep 202528 Nov 2025423 Jan 202620 Mar 2026417 Apr 202626 Jun 20264Fortnightly14:00 - 15:30St Catherine's Hill Community Centre (SCH)Jubilee Hall3