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20th & 21st Century Fiction YMondayMonthly14 Oct 202414 Jul 202510014:0015:30AGroup Leader Home (GLH)Books available in paperback/kindle formats, will normally be chosen by Group members. The first book will be Bourneville by Jonathan Coe, followed by Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.10Language and Literature4366YMaryFyfe07740 70184607740 701846maryfyfe2008@gmail.comYV9000
Active Body Works MondayWeekly13 Jan 202507 Apr 20251328 Apr 202516 Jun 20258010:0011:002High Cross Church (HCC)Hall, KitchenAn exercise group to improve mobility, flexibility and stamina. Suitable for those who are mobile and keen to stay active and socialise with like-minded individuals 20Recreation4747YChrisFitzpatrick01425 54718207731 999864chrisfitzp500@gmail.comYV13600
Allotment - Year Round ActivityYAnyAll year activity16 Sep 202431 Aug 2025009:00ARoeshot Hill (RHA)Members grow fruit and vegetables of their choice all year round. 6Hose pipe, water butt providedRecreation1458YAprilWeal01202 376105April.h.willis@gmail.com2096YJohnWeal01202 37610507834 673596john.d.weal@gmail.comDV8100
Anyone For TennisYWednesdayWeekly18 Sep 202418 Dec 20241412 Mar 202516 Apr 2025630 Apr 202523 Jul 202513010:3012:303Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Tennis CourtsFriendly mixed ability group including returning players but not total beginners. Own racquet required. 16Sport3513YKathleenSmith07804 255494outofhourschristchurchu3a@gmail.com4770NHelenBirkhead01202 41796107947 048580helenandchrisbirkhead@yahoo.co.ukDF7700
Badminton - Group 1TuesdayWeekly17 Sep 202410 Dec 20241314 Jan 202508 Apr 20251329 Apr 202517 Jun 20258010:0011:303Beaufort Centre (BCC)GymEnthusiastic and friendly intermediate badminton group. No tuition and own racket required. 16Sport1453YHeatherGraham01425 27737207766 960315hgraham487@gmail.com3523YBoydGrant01202 41889407745 221940boyd.grant@hotmail.co.ukDF7200
Badminton - Group 3ThursdayWeekly19 Sep 202412 Dec 20241316 Jan 202510 Apr 20251301 May 202519 Jun 20258010:0011:303Beaufort Centre (BCC)GymFriendly group for players at Intermediate level12Sport1460YJohnFairbairn01202 424466jfairbairn2017@gmail.com1004YJennetLambert01202 47663107770 773320Jennet.lambert99@gmail.comDW7300
Badminton - Group 4 ThursdayWeekly17 Oct 202412 Dec 2024916 Jan 202510 Apr 20251301 May 202519 Jun 20258016:0017:303Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Main HallBadminton Group for Enthusiastic Beginners (who have some experience) and Intermediates. Need own racket. 9Sport5658YIanPeterkin07810 558298ianpac90@outlook.comYW6900
Badminton/Short Tennis - Group 2TuesdayWeekly17 Sep 202410 Dec 20241314 Jan 202508 Apr 20251329 Apr 202517 Jun 20258011:3013:303Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Main HallBadminton/Short Tennis. A bit of experience neceessary mostly. Short Tennis played depending on how many Badminton players attend the session 12Sport1059YKeithLetchford01425 277270lynneletchford45@googlemail.com1463NJohnBell01425 24860107849 020436johnandgerrybell@gmail.comDV11000
Bird WatchingYWednesday3rd Wed. of month25 Sep 202416 Jul 202511010:0012:30AOutdoors (OUT)Monthly field trips to local nature reserves and places of interest40Recreation2548YKeithDear01202 484609keith.dear@talk21.comNV9800
Blues Music AppreciationYWednesday4th Wed of month02 Oct 202411 Dec 2024422 Jan 202509 Apr 2025428 May 202525 Jun 20252010:0012:003Pokesdown and Southbourne Ex-Servicemen's (PSX)The 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!25Projector, chairs etc all provided in the PSX Club.Music2548YKeithDear01202 484609keith.dear@talk21.comYV4800
Board and Card GamesWednesdayWeekly18 Sep 202411 Dec 20241315 Jan 202509 Apr 20251330 Apr 202518 Jun 20258014:0016:003Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 4Friendly non-competitive afternoon of table games, new and old. Games include 5 Crowns, Rummikub and Uno. Members are encouraged to sit with new people in order socialise. Bring your own games as 24Games4816YDeirdrePage07729 40388907729 403889deegpage@virginmedia.com1174NJennyKing01202 51998907999 833339jenny.king123@hotmail.co.ukDF7700
Bridge for ImproversTuesdayWeekly17 Sep 202410 Dec 20241314 Jan 202508 Apr 20251329 Apr 202517 Jun 20258013:3016:153Tuckton Social Club (TSC)Main hallBridge with learning for existing Bridge Players wanting to improve their bridge and/or to learn to play Duplicate 50Games4774YDavidWaldron07809 18747107809 187471davidwaldron2@gmail.com4746YSusanAyre01202 47081307852 150941sue.a.ayre@gmail.comDV3700
Brunch & Co. Brunch Club YTuesdayMonthly24 Sep 202426 Aug 2025009:3012:001Outdoors (OUT)Convivial 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 venue25Recreation4807YJillSmith-Buckland01202 08503107973 382862romanijill@hotmail.co.uk4798YGerryBannister01425 27965307737 571183gerry.bannister33@gmail.comDV14900
CalligraphyFridayWeekly20 Sep 202413 Dec 20241317 Jan 202511 Apr 20251302 May 202520 Jun 20258013:4515:453Priory House (PHO)Room 8Much more than learning the art of beautiful writing 30Arts and Crafts1553YKeithBillington 01425 629956keith.b44@aol.com1531YRosemaryPhillips01202 359141romeyphillips@hotmail.comDF6500
ChessMondayWeekly16 Sep 202409 Dec 20241313 Jan 202507 Apr 20251328 Apr 202516 Jun 20258014:3016:303Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 4Come and play or learn how too. All levels of abilities are welcome with tuition. 20Games5221NHosseinGivi07546 93987707546 939877hosseingivi20@gmail.com5534NMartinPrince01202 47365907960 983282martinprince202@btinternet.comDV5700
Christchurch u3a SingersMondayWeekly30 Sep 202409 Dec 20241113 Jan 202507 Apr 20251328 Apr 202516 Jun 20258010:0012:153Immanuel Church (ICH)HallA new chapter for this harmony choir. Singing a wide range of musical genres. Learn, make friends and have fun. The choir under a professional music director, Martin Arthur will target 2 concerts/year60Music1461YJohnFletcher01202 96004807488 384414jfletchertwyford@gmail.comYV11000
Craft GroupMondayWeekly16 Sep 202409 Dec 20241313 Jan 202507 Apr 20251328 Apr 202516 Jun 20258010:0012:003Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 4Do 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.16Sink with water available, also electrical points.Arts and Crafts1260YLydiaBloom01202 43155607969 884585lydiaebloom@gmail.comYV6600
Creative WritingThursdayFortnightly19 Sep 202412 Dec 2024716 Jan 202510 Apr 2025701 May 202512 Jun 20254014:0016:003Greyfriars (GCC)Sitting Room 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 activi10Please could you ensure email addresses are not shown in the programme. Thank you DawnLanguage and Literature1535NDawnD'Arcy01425 476849dawndarcy@talktalk.net1295NSusanStevens01425 48336407514 029567stevens1951@outlook.comDV4600
Creative Writing For FunYYMondayMonthly02 Sep 202411 Aug 202512014:0016:00AIFORD UNITED REFORMED CHURCH (IUR)VestryMonthly members write 500-600 words in advance on an agreed topic which they then read at the monthly meeting12SEP 2nd/ Oct 7th /Nov 4th /Dec 2nd /JAN 6th /Feb 3rd /March 3rd /APRIL 7th /May 12th /June 2nd /JULY 7th /AUG 11th. Prefer the Priory House or Christchurch Library, otherwise continue at Iford UR Church.Language and Literature1454YLollySeager01425 27983807854 714337lollycott@googlemail.com2554YBarrieSutton01202 43225607724 890089nottus1971@icloud.comDV3900
Current AffairsTuesdayFortnightly17 Sep 202410 Dec 2024714 Jan 202508 Apr 20257010:3012:002Priory House (PHO)Room 8A 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.20Philosophy and Society1229YJaniceHarris01202 42752307505 323253janharris16@hotmail.co.uk1116YBernardCrowell01202 989642mcrowell@hotmail.co.ukDF6400
Cycling GroupYThursdayWeekly05 Sep 202424 Jul 202547010:0012:30AOutdoors (OUT)Research 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.10A social ride of about an hour to encourage members to participate in gentle exercise. Open to all regardless of your fitness level. Own helmet needed. "Lyrca clothing not required" Sport1311YArchieHoggan07905 864455Archie.hoggan@gmail.comYV6300
Drawing & Mixed MediaTuesdayWeekly17 Sep 202410 Dec 20241314 Jan 202508 Apr 20251329 Apr 202517 Jun 20258010:3012:303Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 4Drawing and painting with mixed media. Not suitable for beginners - like to try new things14sinkArts and Crafts1268YCarolOwen01202 483829glynxch@gmail.com1584YAngelaCaunter01202 25388107789 918277angela.caunter@yahoo.co.ukDV7200
Drawing and Painting TuesdayWeekly17 Sep 202410 Dec 20241314 Jan 202508 Apr 20251329 Apr 202517 Jun 20258010:3012:303St Katharine's Hall (SKH)HallArt for beginners and more experienced 27 NONEArts and Crafts1303NBruceThomson01202 423877jenandbruce3@yahoo.co.uk2631YRichardTitcumb01202 42758107926 166670myrandrichard@btinternet.comJV11400
Duplicate Bridge with HelpTuesdayWeekly17 Sep 202410 Dec 20241314 Jan 202508 Apr 20251329 Apr 202517 Jun 20258009:4512:153Pokesdown and Southbourne Ex-Servicemen's (PSX)Friendly group, played in a club format and help if wanted32Games1520YJeanRoe01202 41654407920 321937Jeanroe52@gmail.com2074YMicheleSmyth01202 421269michele.smyth@hotmail.co.ukDV4900
Enjoying ArtMondayFortnightly23 Sep 202402 Dec 2024613 Jan 202507 Apr 20257010:3012:302Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 1/ now room 13An informal look at artistic movements, individual artists and their influences and the historical context in which art was created.14Projector, screen, window blinds.Arts and Crafts3340YHeatherWilliams01202 484609heather.williams@talk21.comYF9700
Films R UsYAny4-Weekly16 Sep 202418 Aug 2025120AOutdoors (OUT)Please join our friendly group.We meet monthly at the Regent Cinema to watch a chosen film. Option to go to the pub afterwards to enjoy a chat.15Recreation3842YJanLomas01202 42135607588 074114jan.lomas@ntlworld.com4689YGillPalmer01202 39976207908 807325gillpalmer50@icloud.comJV12100
Fish n Chips FrydayYFriday2nd Friday of the month13 Sep 202408 Aug 202512012:0014:00AOutdoors (OUT)Monthly, 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 Leader20We try and meet within the Christchurch area but occasionally venture to Burton for instance. Many venues have a two-for-one offer so we take advantage when possible. Late withdrawals may incur a charge with some restaurants where food has to be pre-ordered.Recreation2295NPaulFarndon01425 61042207850 597799paulfarndon19@gmail.comYW100250Fishnchips---Group_maint.php
French ConversationTuesdayWeekly17 Sep 202410 Dec 20241314 Jan 202508 Apr 202513014:0016:002Group Leader Home (GLH)French Conversation for people wanting to maintain/improve their language skill through discussion and mutual support. Not aimed at beginners.8Language and Literature5098YDorothyFree01425 29159407963 612537dorothyfree@live.comYW9400
Gardening GroupYThursdayMonthly19 Sep 202421 Aug 202512014:0016:00AOutdoors (OUT)Meetings 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.18Use email address judy_hall30@hotmail.comRecreation3697NJudyHall01202 252671judy.hall50@gmail.comYV11100
Gentle Vinyasa YogaFridayWeekly27 Sep 202413 Dec 20241217 Jan 202511 Apr 202513010:0011:002Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 2A sequence of gentle yoga poses designed to stretch and relax. Ideal for all levels especially beginners. Please bring your own yoga mat.15Requires a room large enough for 15 people to lie down and spread out on yoga matsSport5001YJackieGoulding07747 83091907747 830919jacgoulding@gmail.comYF10000
German (Intermediate)Intermediate GermanTuesdayFortnightly24 Sep 202403 Dec 2024614 Jan 202508 Apr 20257010:0012:002Homelands Community Centre (HCH)Suitable for students who have already taken a beginner's course.12Language and Literature5500YMarkGardiner01202 46245207818 485365mark_gardiner@ntlworld.comYV3400
German For BeginnersTuesdayFortnightly17 Sep 202410 Dec 2024721 Jan 202501 Apr 20256010:0012:002Homelands Community Centre (HCH)Suitable for beginners, or revisiting the basics.12Language and Literature5500YMarkGardiner01202 46245207818 485365mark_gardiner@ntlworld.comYV4400
Golfing GroupYWednesday3rd Wednesday of month18 Sep 202420 Aug 20259011:0014:30AOutdoors (OUT)Friendly 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. NoWe aim to start at 11.00 a.m. but isn't always possible as we play on different courses. Tee-off times are variable dependent upon availability. Sometimes during Summer months we might take advantage of "twilight" rates" enabling us to pay a lower green fee and therefore may tee-off after lunchtimeSport2295YPaulFarndon01425 61042207850 597799paulfarndon19@gmail.comNF8480Golfing---Group_maint.php
Help with Computing Group 1 and 2Help with ComputingThursdayFortnightly19 Sep 202412 Dec 2024716 Jan 202510 Apr 2025601 May 202529 May 20254014:1515:303Epicentre (EPI)This course is designed for members with little or no computer skills. It will also cover members' specific areas of interest. I will look at having a group 1 and a group 2 on alternative weeks 4Computers and projector Science and Technology1311YArchieHoggan07905 864455Archie.hoggan@gmail.comYV4400
Improving Your Artistic TechniquesMondayWeekly16 Sep 202409 Dec 20241313 Jan 202507 Apr 20251328 Apr 202516 Jun 20258010:3012:303Homelands Community Centre (HCH)This 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 welcome20SinkArts and Crafts1539YJeanetteLaw01202 42941707845 882195jeanette.law777@btinternet.com1211NMichaelGardner01202 496429mikesally.gardner@gmail.comDV6700
Indoor Bowls - Group 2TuesdayWeekly24 Sep 202410 Dec 20241214 Jan 202508 Apr 202513013:3015:302East Dorset Bowls Club (EDB)Bowls HallIndoor bowls for beginners and improvers. 24Sport4125YJanBarnetson01202 426027janbarnetson@gmail.com1761NMargaretRutterford01202 42538407562 149777margaret.rutterford@uwclub.netDF6600
Indoor Bowls for Improvers - Group 1 WednesdayWeekly25 Sep 202411 Dec 20241215 Jan 202526 Mar 202511011:3013:302East Dorset Bowls Club (EDB)Bowls Hall WednesdayIndoor bowls for improvers24 Sport1064YTerryHuxtable01425 27907107850 210282terry.huxtable655@btinternet.comYF4400
International Folk Dancing - AdvancedYThursdayWeekly19 Sep 202412 Dec 20241316 Jan 202510 Apr 20251301 May 202519 Jun 20258011:1512:153New Church Hall (NCH)HallAdvanced course for those ready for more complicated dances. Dances from Europe, including England, Israel, Russia, etc. No partner needed. Soft shoes essential. noRecreation2041YJanetMason01202 433121janetmason22@gmail.com1229YJaniceHarris01202 42752307505 323253janharris16@hotmail.co.ukJV1200
International Folk Dancing - Beginners and ImproversYThursdayWeekly19 Sep 202428 Nov 20241109 Jan 202510 Apr 20251401 May 202526 Jun 20259010:1511:153New Church Hall (NCH)HallA class for Beginners and Improvers. Dances from Europe, Israel, Russia,etc. English folk dances are included. Soft shoes are necessary. No partner needed.noRecreation2041YJanetMason01202 433121janetmason22@gmail.com1229YJaniceHarris01202 42752307505 323253janharris16@hotmail.co.ukJV5600
International Luncheon GroupYThursdayMonthly12 Sep 202410 Jul 202511012:4514:30AOutdoors (OUT)Social 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.12Recreation4165YMaryAshworth01202 41876407946 332085maryashworth19@gmail.com1205YElizabethBrown01425 62347707793 919265browndog12.com@gmail.comJW7100
International Luncheon Group 2YWednesdayMonthly18 Sep 202420 Aug 202512012:3014:30AOutdoors (OUT)Due 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 month15Recreation5227YRosemaryMcCulloch07729 738571ramccull@gmail.comYV10000
Introduction to psychology FridayFortnightly20 Sep 202413 Dec 2024717 Jan 202511 Apr 20257010:3012:302Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 3/now 9 Develop an understanding of major theories, to explore how the theories might help us to understand ourselves and others. Mini lectures, activities, discussions. Jan course repeats Sept. Apply by ema14Philosophy and Society5681YRebecca Soden 07999 56574407999 565744rebeccasoden234@gmail.comYF12800
Lets DanceYWednesdayWeekly18 Sep 202418 Jun 202540014:0016:00APokesdown and Southbourne Ex-Servicemen's (PSX)To learn the basics of Ballroom, latin and sequence dancing in a friendly and supportive group. 40Recreation1876YBobMiller01425 24014607785 556755bob_and_vikki@yahoo.co.ukYV17800
London Music YTuesdayFortnightly17 Sep 202410 Dec 2024714 Jan 202508 Apr 2025729 Apr 202510 Jun 20254010:0012:003St Katharine's Hall (SKH)Meeting RoomCome and see and hear excerpts from well known composers who lived or visited London, including some Operas. No need to be an expert.24projector, screen - if possible, equipment to play CDs and DVDsMusic5227YRosemaryMcCulloch07729 738571ramccull@gmail.comYV9800
Magic Memories of the 1950s and 1960sTuesday4-Weekly17 Sep 202412 Nov 2024314 Jan 202508 Apr 2025406 May 202503 Jun 20252014:0016:003Priory House (PHO)Room 8The 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's24up to 24 chairs in room 8 at Priory HouseMusic2578YMartinAxton01425 27697107522 108454martinaxton@hotmail.comYV5800
MeteorologyWednesdayWeekly09 Oct 202413 Nov 2024605 Feb 202512 Mar 20256010:0012:002Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 1/ now room 136-week courses on local (Meteorology) and global (Climatology) weather. A fascinating beginners course giving an understanding of what causes our weather. Science and Technology2648NErnieBall01202 471485ernest.ball1@ntlworld.comNV8700
More Enjoying ArtTuesdayFortnightly24 Sep 202403 Dec 2024614 Jan 202508 Apr 20257014:0016:002Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 1/ now room 13An informal look at artistic movements, individual artists & their influences, and the historical context in which art was created.14Projector, screen, window blindsArts and Crafts3340YHeatherWilliams01202 484609heather.williams@talk21.comYF4300
Motor-biking GroupYWednesdayMonthly25 Sep 202427 Aug 2025010:0014:00AOutdoors (OUT)A ride-out of 3 hours, stopping en route for a snack. Relaxed riding with a friendly group. We try to ride throughout the year, weather dependent! Last Wednesday of the month.Recreation2086YAilaPeacock07753 614857ailamarylucy@gmail.comYV2800
My Kind Of Music-the music of our lifetimesFriday4 weekly20 Sep 202413 Dec 2024417 Jan 202511 Apr 2025402 May 202530 May 20252010:3012:303Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Meeting Room/ room 1The music - including advertising jingles and radio and television themes - which has been the soundtrack to our lives.25Music1012YMikeWedge01202 471382mwedge285@gmail.com1945YPeterHopker01590 718694peterhopker@icloud.comDV5500
Naval & Military HistoryYWednesday4-Weekly18 Sep 202411 Dec 2024415 Jan 202512 Mar 2025316 Apr 202511 Jun 20253010:0012:003Priory House (PHO)Room 8Presentations by group members and speakers covering diverse military subjects from early times to WW2 and beyond.36Will require Optoma projector for some sessions Actual dates - 18 Sept, 16 October, 13 November 11 December 2024 15 January, 12 February, 12 March 2025 16 April, 14 May, 11 June 2025History1515YJillFearn01202 43214607788 107065jillfearn50@gmail.comNV8700
Out of HoursYAnyEvenings and Weekends14 Sep 202401 Aug 20250AOutdoors (OUT)Social activities indoors and outdoors - evenings and weekends. Programme of events available by emailing the group leader. outofhourschristchurchu3a@gmail.com Anoutofhourschristchurchu3a@gmail.comRecreation3513NKathleenSmith07804 255494outofhourschristchurchu3a@gmail.comNV256610Outofhours_maint.php
Painting for PleasureTuesdayWeekly17 Sep 202410 Dec 20241314 Jan 202508 Apr 20251329 Apr 202517 Jun 20258013:3015:303Homelands Community Centre (HCH)Come 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. 20SinkArts and Crafts1539YJeanetteLaw01202 42941707845 882195jeanette.law777@btinternet.com3003YMikeMorris07910 47707907910 4770749morrismnb@aol.comJV9800
Photography GroupYFridayWeekly20 Sep 202425 Jul 202545010:3012:30AMudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Meeting Room/ room 1Enjoy 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.32Good wifi connection. TV or projection. Monthly meeting at MWCC. Weekly shoots on location. Extra meetings planned at any time/length to suit learning/practical experience. Book MWCC venue dates for 2024/25 - 4/10; 1/11; 6/12; 10/1; 7/2; 7/3; 4/4; 2/5; 6/6; 4/7 please. 10 bookings.Science and Technology1802YTrevorGoodman01425 27338407557 383482tgwg79@yahoo.co.uk4104YTerryJames01425 62614107503 003363terryj348@gmail.comDV68120Photogroup---Group_maint.php
Play ReadingWednesdayFortnightly25 Sep 202404 Dec 2024622 Jan 202502 Apr 20256014:0015:302Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 3/now 9 Relaxed and friendly group where members read and discuss plays of all kinds.12Language and Literature1136YJillDale01202 432357dale1@homeuser.net1020YMelMuir01425 67391507778 760169melinda.muir@btinternet.comDV4300
Play Tennis for Fun in SouthbourneYWednesdayWeekly18 Sep 202427 Aug 202552010:0012:00ASwanmore Tennis Courts (SWT)A friendly non-competitive tennis group that plays for pleasure/exercise/fun.Novices are welcome to try out. All players please bring a racquet and a set of tennis balls. Email mcrowell@hotmail.co.uk20Sport1116YBernardCrowell01202 989642mcrowell@hotmail.co.ukYV9200
Poetry AppreciationWednesdayFortnightly18 Sep 202411 Dec 2024715 Jan 202509 Apr 2025730 Apr 202511 Jun 20254014:0015:303Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 3/now 9 Finding poems on given themes and reading them out loud. 10Language and Literature1840YDavidNicholls01202 42698307783 406001badgersden@btinternet.comYW5000
Poetry Writing FridayFortnightly20 Sep 202413 Dec 2024717 Jan 202511 Apr 2025702 May 202513 Jun 20254014:0016:003Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 3/now 9 Poetry writing workshop for all levels leading to publication. Supportive feedback given and information on poetic techniques and local events.12Small whiteboard would be useful Language and Literature4002YJillBarr01202 48096107827 734634jill.barr51@hotmail.com4737YBrendaWillows-York01202 487461brenda@yorkb.plus.comDV3200
Practical Creative WritingMondayMonthly16 Sep 202409 Dec 2024413 Jan 202507 Apr 2025428 Apr 202516 Jun 20253014:0016:003Group Leader Home (GLH)Writing prose and poetry, reviewing and practising exercises to extend your writing skills8Language and Literature1980YDavidWilliams07720 56169407720 561694dwquayside@gmail.comNV3300
Reading - Group 1YMondayFortnightly16 Sep 202409 Dec 2024713 Jan 202507 Apr 2025728 Apr 202523 Jun 20255010:1511:453Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 3/now 9 Discussions 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.12None required.Language and Literature1177YKenBasham01202 42601007549 098229bashamken@gmail.com1649NLizHatch01425 674077liz@tigwas.co.ukDF5400
Reading Group 2YThursdayMonthly19 Sep 202417 Jul 202511014:0016:00AChristchurch Library (CCL)Room 3/now 9 A 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. 12Language and Literature5135YIainMcLay01202 72048507857 837430Iainmclay14@gmail.comYV8800
Reading Group 3 - SouthbourneYMondayMonthly23 Sep 202425 Aug 202512010:3012:30ASouthbourne Brewhouse and Kitchen (SBK)Meeting RoomNew 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.10GL has booked her own venue Remove phone and just leave email Language and Literature4689YGillPalmer01202 39976207908 807325gillpalmer50@icloud.comYV9900
ScrabbleMondayWeekly16 Sep 202409 Dec 20241313 Jan 202507 Apr 202513014:0016:002Tuckton Social Club (TSC)Main hallFor those who enjoy a good standard of playing Scrabble without being competitive16Games1082YLizChivers01202 47570107905 502042liz.hillhopkins@hotmail.co.uk1178YMaryBasham01202 42601007549 098229bashamken@gmail.comDW5300
Sewing BeeTuesdayFortnightly24 Sep 202403 Dec 2024614 Jan 202508 Apr 2025729 Apr 202510 Jun 20254010:0012:003Stanpit Village Hall (SVH)Upstairs roomBring 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.12Arts and Crafts2819YDebbieStephens01425 27833507592 014207debbie.stephens2@ntlworld.com4841YJaneCox07985 04977907985 049779cjanecox@gmail.comDV8700
ShakespeareFridayWeekly20 Sep 202413 Dec 20241317 Jan 202511 Apr 20251302 May 202520 Jun 20258010:1512:003Pokesdown and Southbourne Ex-Servicemen's (PSX)Enjoy watching, reading and analysing three or four plays per year45Language and Literature2039YDamianHeywood01202 47699207598 246372damianheywood@btinternet.com1085YMegNewman01202 478708megnewman@hotmail.comDV6200
Short Mat Bowls - Group 2ThursdayFortnightly26 Sep 202405 Dec 2024623 Jan 202503 Apr 2025608 May 202519 Jun 20254014:0016:003Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Main HallEnjoy learning a new game with friends. Equipment provided. 18Sport1380YMaureenBrazier01202 48214507890 063463brazierm38@gmail.comYV4700
Short Mat Bowls - Group 3TuesdayFortnightly24 Sep 202403 Dec 2024614 Jan 202508 Apr 2025706 May 202510 Jun 20256014:0016:003Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Main HallEnjoy learning a new game with friends. Some woods available 20Sport1059NKeithLetchford01425 277270lynneletchford45@googlemail.comYV7800
Short Mat Bowls - Group 4TuesdayFortnightly17 Sep 202410 Dec 2024721 Jan 202508 Apr 202529 Apr 202510 Jun 20254014:0016:003Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Main HallEnjoy learning a new game with friends. Equipment provided.22Sport1467YPatriciaBlythman01202 47825007902 593976Patpaul65@gmail.com4107YJoanne Sturgeon07979 960788jsturgeon3101@gmail.comDV5300
Short tennisFridayWeekly20 Sep 202413 Dec 20241317 Jan 202511 Apr 20251302 May 202520 Jun 20258014:0015:303Beaufort Centre (BCC)GymShort 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. 1 spare racquet available for use12Net posts.Sport3533YPaulaPakeman01202 42661207773 044556paulapakeman@icloud.com4725YFrancescoLuiken07580 446345ilmondo47@gmail.comJF7600
Shorter WalksYFridayNormally third Friday of month20 Sep 202413 Dec 2024417 Jan 202511 Apr 2025416 May 202518 Jul 20253010:3012:153Outdoors (OUT)Shorter 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. NoSuitable walking shoes/bootsRecreation1488YPatParker01202 53121907528 193310patpark24@yahoo.co.ukYV197450Shorter-Walks_maint.php
Singing For FunThursdayWeekly19 Sep 202412 Dec 20241316 Jan 202510 Apr 20251301 May 202519 Jun 20258014:0016:003New Church Hall (NCH)HallFriendly group singing songs people love. Non performance70 Please do not show Val Neesham's telephone no in the programme.Music1278YAnnJones 01202 809374ann.j.home4@gmail.com2518YValerieNeesham01202 481767valneesh@hotmail.comDW14100
SnookerTuesdayWeekly17 Sep 202410 Dec 20241314 Jan 202508 Apr 20251329 Apr 202517 Jun 20258016:0018:003Spectrum Sports Academy (SSC)Snooker RoomSnooker12U3A pay for 2 tables and between us we hire another tableSport2037YAlexDearnley07803 10817507803 108175fatgirlslim88@msn.comYV1600
Social/Events GroupYAnymonthly15 Sep 202420 Jun 20250AOutdoors (OUT)The group aims to incorporate holidays and local social events during Monday to Friday. Everyone welcomeRecreation1019YDeeCollins01425 272378eventsu3a.dee@gmail.comYV21200
Spanish for Beginners/Almost BeginnersSpanish for BeginnersTuesdayWeekly17 Sep 202410 Dec 20241314 Jan 202508 Apr 20251329 Apr 202517 Jun 20258010:3012:003Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 7This course is designed for beginners/those with a little knowledge of Spanish. We will follow a relaxed topic based approach. To be able to make progress you will need to study in your own time.15WhiteboardLanguage and Literature3802YTerenceFish07825 950160terencecfish@gmail.comYF12200
Table Tennis - Group 2WednesdayWeekly18 Sep 202411 Dec 20241315 Jan 202509 Apr 20251330 Apr 202518 Jun 20258009:3011:303Beaufort Centre (BCC)HallFriendly table tennis group with a very good mix of technique, enjoyment and fun. XX-Leader does NOT return calls to mobile numbers-XX24Sport1470YDavidDiamond01202 421365david.mightyatom@gmail.com1261YJeffreyBloom07957 92998801202 431556jlbloom@ntlworld.comDV5700
Table Tennis - Group 3WednesdayWeekly18 Sep 202411 Dec 20241315 Jan 202509 Apr 20251330 Apr 202518 Jun 20258011:3013:303Beaufort Centre (BCC)HallFriendly table tennis group, average standard. 26Sport3445YDerekOrmesher01202 43230607483 219591dirkorm@hotmail.com1416YPatriciaButler01202 87389807948 824235tricia.butler5@outlook.comDF4300
Table Tennis - Group 4FridayWeekly20 Sep 202413 Dec 20241317 Jan 202511 Apr 20251302 May 202520 Jun 20258013:0015:003Beaufort Centre (BCC)HallFriendly table tennis group for improvers and intermediate standard 24Sport4374YLizFaherty01202 47088207814 906795lizfah2@gmail.com1732NStevePelletier01202 42936307928 278737steve_p1947@yahoo.co.ukDV6900
Table Tennis - Group 5ThursdayWeekly19 Sep 202412 Dec 20241316 Jan 202510 Apr 20251301 May 202519 Jun 20258012:1514:153Beaufort Centre (BCC)HallFriendly group for improvers. Own bat required.28Sport1231YPatPalmer01202 489782paturton@hotmail.comYV7300
The Great ComposersThursdayFortnightly19 Sep 202412 Dec 2024716 Jan 202510 Apr 20257010:0012:002St Catherine's Hill Community Centre (SCH)Upstairs/BritanniaListening to music and learning about the great composers. Enjoying the company of like minded music lovers in a convivial atmosphere. Providing valuable social fellowship25Kitchen area; TV screen internet remote device. DVD Player. James Robertson has agreed to be my deputy group leaderMusic3366YBrian Clarke01202 48507207811 480447mrblclarke@gmail.com3877NJamesRobertson01202 47051807749 227015revjr51@gmail.comDV7300
The Monthly Walking GroupYThursdayMonthly19 Sep 202407 Aug 2025010:0013:00AOutdoors (OUT)Walks 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 optional35Recreation2890YTimDrage01202 516188jehdrage@gmail.com4736YJohnBest01202 47720507980 614381jagbest@ntlworld.comDF16300
Theatre GoersYAnyApprox. 6 times per year16 Sep 202420 Jun 20250AOutdoors (OUT)Visits by coach to theatres to see interesting plays approx 6 times p.a. Language and Literature2681YZinaRoworth01202 475665zina.roworth@ntlworld.com1003YEileenLancaster01202 56638707877 098836eileen@christchurchu3a.org.ukDV238580Theatre_maint.php
Third Age FilmsWednesdayWeekly18 Sep 202411 Dec 20241315 Jan 202509 Apr 20251330 Apr 202518 Jun 20258014:1516:153Stanpit Village Hall (SVH)hallWe 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 detail: 15GL will confirm usage of upper room on the few dates in each term when the hall is not available due to long-term advanced bookings.Arts and Crafts1566YRogerWilliams01425 67354207740 531097thirdagefilms.uk@gmail.com2053YDuncanCrossland07415 34257707415 342577duncancrossland@hotmail.comDV11100http://www.christchurchu3a.org.uk/thirdagefilms/
Travel GroupFridayFortnightly20 Sep 202413 Dec 2024424 Jan 202504 Apr 2025402 May 202513 Jun 20252014:0015:303St Catherine's Hill Community Centre (SCH)Jubilee HallMembers 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. 65hall bookings needed for:- 20 Sept, 4 October, 1 and 15 November. 24 January, 7 Feb, 7 and 21 March. 2 and 30 May. Travel1146YMargaretThomas01202 433556m.thomas44@btinternet.com1136YJillDale01202 432357dale1@homeuser.netJF13600
Ukulele Group (Christchurch U3A)TuesdayWeekly17 Sep 202410 Dec 20241314 Jan 202508 Apr 20251329 Apr 202517 Jun 20258013:3015:303St Katharine's Hall (SKH)HallUkulele group for beginners and improvers. Aim to play concerts throughout the year. Practice at home is expected. A very supportive group to all members. 30This group would like 2 rooms in the same venue: the Parlour and access to a smaller room for small group instruction.Music2890YTimDrage01202 516188jehdrage@gmail.comNV5100
Vinyl for you: 60s, 70s, 80s or 90sYTuesdayMonthly17 Sep 202410 Dec 2024414 Jan 202508 Apr 2025413 May 202510 Jun 20252010:3012:301Epicentre (EPI)Playing Vinyl from 60's,70's,80s & 90's, either 45's/LP's. 2nd TUESDAY of the Month. Bring up to 3 recordings to play & explain your choice of tracks. Refreshments served. You will be warmly welcomedMeetings to be held on 17th September2024 8th October 2024 12th November 2024 10th December 2024 14th January 2025 11th February 2025 11th March 2025 8th April 2025 13th May 2025 10th June 2025 Music4799YTimGoodchild07854 81039007854 810390Timothygoodchild050655@gmail.comYV4900
Whist for FunThursdayWeekly19 Sep 202412 Dec 20241316 Jan 202510 Apr 202513010:0012:002Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 4Progressive Whist or Rainbow Whist, come and enjoy with our lively and friendly group. Beginners welcome - guidance given16Games1390YRuthDunn01202 431153YV4900
Wine Appreciation 1TuesdayMonthly12 Nov 202410 Dec 2024214 Jan 202511 Mar 20253014:0015:302St Catherine's Hill Community Centre (SCH)Upstairs/BritanniaLearning more about, sampling and enjoying wines once a month from November - March. Run as two different groups on Tuesdays or Wednesdays.14The Britannia room has all the facilities I need. The dates proposed are: Tue 12 Nov; 10 Dec 24 & Tue Tue 14 Jan; 11 Feb & 11 Mar 25. The hall is needed until 4.00pm for clearing up. THIS COURSE WILL ONLY BE RUN SUBJECT TO NUMBERS Recreation5639YJohnMaddox01425 27897007901 740984maddox127@virginmedia.comNV5300
Wine Appreciation 2WednesdayMonthly13 Nov 202411 Dec 2024215 Jan 202512 Mar 20253014:0015:302St Catherine's Hill Community Centre (SCH)Upstairs/BritanniaLearning more about, sampling and enjoying wines once a month from November - March. Run as two different groups on Tuesdays or Wednesdays.14The Britannia room has all the facilities I need. The dates proposed are: Wed 13 Nov & 11 Dec 24 & Wed 15 Jan; 12 Feb & 12 Mar 25. The hall is needed until 4.00pm for clearing up. THIS COURSE WILL ONLY BE RUN SUBJECT TO NUMBERS Recreation5639YJohnMaddox01425 27897007901 740984maddox127@virginmedia.comNV2800