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20th & 21st Century Fiction YMondayMonthly01 Sep 202506 Jul 202611014:0015:30AGroup Leader Home (GLH)Books 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.10Language and Literature4366YMaryFyfe07740 70184607740 701846maryfyfe2008@gmail.comYV7300
Allotment - Year Round ActivityYAnyAll year activity15 Sep 202531 Aug 2026009:00ARoeshot Hill (RHA)Members grow fruit and vegetables of their choice all year round. 6Hose pipe, water butt providedRecreation1458YAprilWeal01202 37610507504 326117April.h.willis@gmail.com2096YJohnWeal01202 37610507834 673596john.d.weal@gmail.comDF5300
Anyone For TennisYWednesdayWeekly10 Sep 202517 Dec 20251511 Mar 202601 Apr 2026415 Apr 202622 Jul 202615010:0012:003Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Tennis CourtsFriendly mixed ability group including returning players but not total beginners. Own racquet required. 16Sport4770YHelenBirkhead01202 41796107947 048580helenandchrisbirkhead@yahoo.co.uk5222TMargaret Fitzhenry07706 04027807706 040278mrgaretfitzhenry@me.comDF7200
AutobiographyTuesdayFortnightly13 Jan 202631 Mar 20267010:3012:001Epicentre (EPI)A small group exploring various ways to help remember the past, organise your material and bring your writing to life.8Language and Literature4123YJackieSherman07732 598090jsherman8@gmail.comTF1800
Badminton - Group 1TuesdayWeekly16 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202610010:0011:303Beaufort Centre (BCC)GymEnthusiastic and friendly intermediate badminton group. No tuition and own racket required. 16Sport1453YHeatherGraham01425 27737207766 960315hgraham487@gmail.com5570YPeterWilkinson01202 48004107799 116696pwwilkinson@tiscali.co.ukDV9800
Badminton - Group 3ThursdayWeekly18 Sep 202511 Dec 20251322 Jan 202626 Mar 20261016 Apr 202625 Jun 202611010:0011:303Beaufort Centre (BCC)GymFriendly group for players at Intermediate level12Sport1460YJohnFairbairn01202 424466jfairbairn2017@gmail.com1004YJennetLambert01202 47663107770 773320Jennet.lambert99@gmail.comDW5000
Badminton - Group 4 ThursdayWeekly18 Sep 202518 Dec 2025808 Jan 202626 Mar 20261216 Apr 202602 Jul 202612016:0017:303Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Main HallBadminton Group for Enthusiastic Beginners (who have some experience) and Intermediates. Need own racket. 10Due to holiday first term will be split into two periods 18/9 - 16/10 >> 5 w 27-11 - 18/12 >> 4 wSport5658YIanPeterkin07810 558298ianpac90@outlook.comYF4100
Badminton/Short Tennis - Group 2TuesdayWeekly16 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202610011:3013:303Mudeford 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 12Sport1463YJohnBell01425 24860107849 020436johnandgerrybell@gmail.comTF4100
Bird WatchingWednesday3rd Wed. of month17 Sep 202510 Dec 202521 Jan 202625 Mar 202615 Apr 202624 Jun 2026010:0012:303Outdoors (OUT)Monthly field trips to local nature reserves and places of interest40Recreation2548YKeithDear01202 484609keith.dear@talk21.comTV15900
Blues Music AppreciationWednesday4th Wed of month24 Sep 202510 Dec 202528 Jan 202625 Mar 202629 Apr 202624 Jun 2026010:0012:003Pokesdown 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.comYV7500
Board and Card GamesWednesdayWeekly17 Sep 202510 Dec 20251321 Jan 202625 Mar 20261015 Apr 202624 Jun 202611014:0016:003Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 4Friendly 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.24Games4816YDeePage07729 403889deegpage@virginmedia.com1181TMaryMcGovern01202 42761907782 187119marygaradice321@btinternet.comDV8800
Book Club in the Pub Reading Group 3 - SouthbourneYMondayMonthly22 Sep 202527 Jul 202611010:3012:30ASouthbourne 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 Literature4689EGillPalmer01202 39976207908 807325gillpalmer50@icloud.comYF11400
Bridge for BeginnersMondayWeekly15 Sep 202508 Dec 20251319 Jan 202623 Mar 20261013 Apr 202622 Jun 202611010:0012:003Tuckton Social Club (TSC)This 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. 20White board and card tablesGames4773YGeraldineSweeney07851 66651307851 666513rotamusic@yahoo.comYF12100
Bridge for ImproversTuesdayWeekly16 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202610013:3016:153Tuckton 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.comDF4400
Brunch & Co. YTuesdayMonthly23 Sep 202525 Aug 2026010:1512:15AOutdoors (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 venue. 25Social4807YJillSmith-Buckland01202 08503107973 382862romanijill@hotmail.co.uk4798YGerryBannister01425 27965307737 571183gerry.bannister33@gmail.comDV14100
CalligraphyFridayWeekly19 Sep 202512 Dec 20251223 Jan 202627 Mar 20261017 Apr 202626 Jun 202611013:4515:453The Runway (RUN)Room 1Much more than learning the art of beautiful writing 30We are currently leaving the Priory and negotiating a move to Godfirst Church at Somerford, please talk to Sue about what to put in the program Arts and Crafts1553YKeithBillington 01425 629956keith.b44@aol.com1531YRosemaryPhillips01202 359141romeyphillips@hotmail.comDF6600
ChessMondayWeekly15 Sep 202508 Dec 20251319 Jan 202623 Mar 20261013 Apr 202622 Jun 202611014:3016:303Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 4Chess for everyone from absolute beginner to advanced. Tuition and advice given as needed. For quicker reply call or text please.20Games5221THosseinGivi07546 93987707546 939877hosseingivi20@gmail.comYV11100
Christchurch u3a SingersYMondayWeekly29 Sep 202501 Dec 20251012 Jan 202623 Mar 20261113 Apr 202622 Jun 202611010:0012:153Immanuel Church (ICH)HallA 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. 60Music4366YMaryFyfe07740 70184607740 701846maryfyfe2008@gmail.com4079EVirginiaBoakes07778 85627207778 856272virginiaboakes@btinternet.comJV18200
Craft GroupMondayWeekly15 Sep 202508 Dec 20251319 Jan 202623 Mar 20261013 Apr 202622 Jun 202611010:0012:003Beaufort 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.comYV10700
Creative WritingThursdayFortnightly18 Sep 202511 Dec 2025722 Jan 202619 Mar 2026516 Apr 202625 Jun 20266014:0016:003Greyfriars (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 Literature1535TDawnD'Arcy01425 476849dawndarcy@talktalk.net1455TColinSeager01425 27983807973 291372seagerfreespirit@googlemail.comJV4500
Creative Writing For FunYYMondayMonthly01 Sep 202503 Aug 202612014:0016:00AIFORD UNITED REFORMED CHURCH (IUR)VestryMonthly members write 500-600 words in advance on an agreed topic which they then read at the monthly meeting. Meeting also includes a fun exercise designed to spark creativity.121st September, 6th October, 3rd November, 1st December 2026 5th Jan, 2nd February, 2nd March, 13th April, 11th May, 1st June, 6th July, 3rd AugLanguage and Literature1454YLollySeager01425 27983807854 714337lollycott@googlemail.com2554YBarrieSutton01202 43225607724 890089nottus1971@icloud.comDV5400
Cryptic Crosswords for Beginners ThursdayFortnightly23 Oct 202504 Dec 2025322 Jan 202619 Mar 2026516 Apr 202625 Jun 20266014:0016:003Stanpit Village Hall (SVH)Ground floor roomJoin 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. 12Games3536YAverilSimmons01202 61930807708 022751averils@live.co.uk6194YThelmaPrice01425 501587thelmajprice@talktalk.netJV2500
Current AffairsTuesdayFortnightly16 Sep 202509 Dec 2025720 Jan 202617 Mar 20265010:3012:002The Runway (RUN)Room 1A 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.24Philosophy and Society1229YJaniceHarris01202 42752307505 323253janharris16@hotmail.co.uk1116YBernardCrowell01202 989642mcrowell@hotmail.co.ukDF9800
Cycling GroupYThursdayWeekly11 Sep 202516 Jul 202645010:0012:30AOutdoors (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.12A social ride of about an hour to encourage members to participate in gentle exercise. Open to all regardless of your fitness level. Own helmet and cycle needed No equipment provided . "Lycra clothing discouraged" Sport1311YArchieHoggan07905 86445507905 864455Archie.hoggan@gmail.comYV9000
Dancing for FunWednesdayWeekly08 Oct 202526 Nov 2025821 Jan 202625 Mar 20261015 Apr 202624 Jun 202611014:0015:003Druitt Hall (DTH)HallCreating 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.20A hard floor, preferably not one that will get scratched, eg by tap shoes. If a CD player with remote control is available that would be great. Alternate venue - the Druitt Hall. I'm flexible on time, eg 2 - 3 or 3 - 4. If a venue is not available on Wednesday, possibly Friday afternoon, same time.Recreation1004YJennetLambert01202 47663107770 773320Jennet.lambert99@gmail.comYW30200
Drawing & Mixed MediaTuesdayWeekly16 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202611010:3012:303Beaufort 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.ukDF6900
Drawing and Painting TuesdayWeekly16 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202610010:3012:303St Katharine's Hall (SKH)HallArt for beginners and more experienced 27 NONEArts and Crafts1303TBruceThomson01202 423877jenandbruce3@yahoo.co.uk2631YRichardTitcumb01202 42758107926 166670myrandrichard@btinternet.comJV12500
Duplicate Bridge with HelpTuesdayWeekly16 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202610009:4512:153Pokesdown 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.ukDV5100
Enjoying ArtMondayFortnightly22 Sep 202501 Dec 2025619 Jan 202616 Mar 20265010:3012:152Christchurch 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.comYW10600
Fish n Chips FrydayYFriday2nd Friday of the month12 Sep 202514 Aug 202612012:0014:00AOutdoors (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.Social2295TPaulFarndon01425 61042207850 597799paulfarndon19@gmail.comYW92160Fishnchips---Group_maint.php
French ConversationTuesdayWeekly16 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 202610014:0016:002Group 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.comYV14400
Gardening GroupYThursdayMonthly18 Sep 202520 Aug 202612014:0016:00AOutdoors (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 throughout the whole year.22Use email address judy_hall30@hotmail.com Monthly dates: 18.9.25, 16.10.25, 20.11.25, 18.12.25, 22.1.26, 19.2.26, 19.3.26, 16.4.26, 21.5.26, 18.6.26, 16.7.26, 20.8.26Recreation3697TJudyHall01202 252671judy_hall30@hotmail.com5583YAprilBurkies07708 42467007708 424670aburkies@hotmail.comDF11500
German (Intermediate)TuesdayFortnightly23 Sep 202502 Dec 2025627 Jan 202624 Mar 20265010:0012:002Homelands Community Centre (HCH)Suitable for students who have already taken a beginner's course.12Language and Literature5500YMarkGardiner01202 46245207818 485365mail.mark.gardiner@icloud.com6275YBrigitteSmith01202 245609mail@schobert-ferienwohnungen.deV6900
German For BeginnersTuesdayFortnightly16 Sep 202509 Dec 2025720 Jan 202617 Mar 20265010:0012:002Homelands Community Centre (HCH)Suitable for beginners, or revisiting the basics.12Language and Literature5500YMarkGardiner01202 46245207818 485365mail.mark.gardiner@icloud.com6275YBrigitteSmith01202 245609mail@schobert-ferienwohnungen.deV8900
Get Heart Into Your ArtFridayWeekly19 Sep 202512 Dec 20251210 Apr 202622 May 20267011:0013:302The Runway (RUN)Room 1This art class is different. We will explore what inspires you and free your creativity to help you paint with individuality, confidence, and real feeling.15Desks for all and a sinkArts and Crafts6317YAlanBrain07941 56216207941 562162alanbrain@aol.comYV17170
Golfing GroupYWednesday3rd Wednesday of month17 Sep 202519 Aug 202610011:0014:30AOutdoors (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.comTW77120Golfing---Group_maint.php
History Happening YThursday3rd Thursday of Month18 Sep 202518 Jun 202610010:0012:00AThe Runway (RUN)Room 1Join 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. 12History5601YMikeParker01425 67208807923 054920mikeparkerbransgore@gmail.comYF20000
Improving Your Artistic TechniquesMondayWeekly15 Sep 202508 Dec 20251319 Jan 202623 Mar 20261013 Apr 202622 Jun 202611010:3012:303Homelands 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.com1211TMichaelGardner01202 496429mikesally.gardner@gmail.comDV9400
Indoor Bowls - Group 2TuesdayWeekly16 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 202610013:3015:302East Dorset Bowls Club (EDB)Bowls HallIndoor bowls for improvers and those with some experience of playing. 18Sport4125YJanBarnetson01202 426027janbarnetson@gmail.com1761TMargaretRutterford01202 42538407562 149777margaret.rutterford@uwclub.netDV7300
Indoor Bowls for Improvers - Group 1 TuesdayWeekly16 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 202610013:3015:302East Dorset Bowls Club (EDB)Bowls HallIndoor bowls for improvers20none required Sport1064YTerryHuxtable01425 27907107850 210282terry.huxtable655@btinternet.com1227YAnthonyWagman 01202 42357607754 821411tony.wagman@yahoo.co.ukDV7700
International Folk Dancing - AdvancedYThursdayWeekly18 Sep 202527 Nov 20251108 Jan 202626 Mar 20261216 Apr 202625 Jun 202611011:0012:003Beaufort Centre (BCC)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.ukJV2000
International Folk Dancing - Beginners and ImproversYThursdayWeekly18 Sep 202527 Nov 20251108 Jan 202626 Mar 20261216 Apr 202625 Jun 202611010:0011:003Beaufort Centre (BCC)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.ukJV4700
International Luncheon GroupYThursdayMonthly11 Sep 202509 Jul 202611012:4514:30AOutdoors (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.12Social4165YMaryAshworth01202 41876407946 332085maryashworth19@gmail.com1205YElizabethBrown01425 62347707793 919265browndog12.com@gmail.comJW7700
International Luncheon Group 2YWednesdayMonthly17 Sep 202519 Aug 2026012:3014:30AOutdoors (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 month15Social5227YRosemaryMcCulloch07729 738571ramccull@gmail.comYV15800
Introduction to psychology FridayFortnightly23 Jan 202620 Mar 2026517 Apr 202615 May 20263010:3012:302Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 9Develop an understanding of major theories, to explore how the theories might help us to understand ourselves and others. Mini lectures, activities, discussions, 14Flip chart Philosophy and Society5681YRebecca Soden 07999 56574407999 565744rebeccasoden234@gmail.comYF15400
Introduction to Transactional Analysis (TA)FridayWeekly19 Sep 202524 Oct 20256009:3010:301The Runway (RUN)Room 1Ever 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.14Projector and table. Group will be doing some paper and pen exercises. I do have some important words about the course for the website. The chosen day can be changed if required (not a monday)Philosophy and Society5762YDavidCrowder07798 83700507798 837005dave.crowder@gmail.comYF179200
Learn a little LatinThursdayWeekly25 Sep 202511 Dec 202512014:0015:301Epicentre (EPI)Using 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. Blackboard or whiteboard.Language and Literature6062YRogerPerry01202 93345807487 637005rogdibath@aol.comYF15300
Lets DanceWednesdayWeekly17 Sep 202510 Dec 20251321 Jan 202625 Mar 20261015 Apr 202624 Jun 202611014:0016:003High Cross Church (HCC)Hall, KitchenTo learn the basics of Ballroom, Latin and sequence dancing in a friendly and supportive group. 40Equipment-The U3A Busker 12 speakerRecreation1876YBobMiller01425 24014607785 556755bob_and_vikki@yahoo.co.uk3388TDavidPalmer07817 98546307817 985463dgpdfr@gmail.comDV26600
Lets MoveActive Body Works MondayWeekly15 Sep 202508 Dec 20251319 Jan 202623 Mar 20261013 Apr 202622 Jun 202611010:0011:003High Cross Church (HCC)Hall, KitchenAn exercise class using stretching, strength and stamina routines to help maintain flexibility, mobility and fitness in everyday life.No floor exercises involved. 20NEW EMAIL ADDRESS cfp.letsmove@gmail.comRecreation4747YChrisFitzpatrick01425 54718207731 999864chrisfitzp500@gmail.comYW18600
London Music and Great conductorsLondon Music YTuesdayFortnightly16 Sep 202509 Dec 2025720 Jan 202617 Mar 2026514 Apr 202623 Jun 20266010:0012:003St Katharine's Hall (SKH)Meeting RoomCome and see, hear and enjoy excerpts from well known composers who lived or visited London, including some Operas. No need to be an expert.24Music5227YRosemaryMcCulloch07729 738571ramccull@gmail.comYV5700
Magic Memories of the 1950s and 1960sTuesday4-Weekly16 Sep 202511 Nov 2025320 Jan 202617 Mar 2026321 Apr 202616 Jun 20263014:0016:003Priory House (PHO)Hewitt Room The 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's2424 chairs room 8 Priory House Dates 16/9; 14/10; 11/11 20/1; 17/2; 17/3; 21/4; 19/5; 16/6 Music2578YMartinAxton01425 27697107522 108454martinaxton@hotmail.comYV6400
MeteorologyWednesdayWeekly08 Oct 202512 Nov 2025611 Feb 202618 Mar 20266010:0012:002Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 1/ now room 136-week courses on local (Meteorology) and global (Climatology) weather10Science and Technology2648TErnieBall01202 471485Ernest.ball1@ntlworld.comYV14000
More Enjoying ArtTuesdayFortnightly23 Sep 202502 Dec 2025620 Jan 202617 Mar 20265014:0015:452Christchurch 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 Crafts3340EHeatherWilliams01202 484609heather.williams@talk21.comYW8600
More Psychology: continuation of Introduction to PsychologyFridayFortnightly19 Sep 202512 Dec 20257010:3012:301Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 9This course builds on the Introduction to Psychology course through GL input, activities and discussion around research studies.14Flip chart Philosophy and Society5681YRebecca Soden 07999 56574407999 565744rebeccasoden234@gmail.comYF9400
MotorbikingYWednesdayMonthly24 Sep 202526 Aug 2026010:0014:00AStewarts Garden Centre (SGL)cafeA 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! Last WednesdayRecreation5613YDickTurpin07903 90532507903 905325dickt75@btinternet.comYV6800
Music ShowcaseYThursdayFortnightly11 Sep 2025010:0012:001The Runway (RUN)Room 1Performance 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.20Other weekdays may be possible at leader's homeMusic1461YJohnFletcher07488 38441407488 384414jfletchertwyford@gmail.comTY11700
Musicals and ShowsYAny02 Sep 202501 Aug 20260AOutdoors (OUT)If you love musicals, join this group and go with others to see two or three musicals each year. Email musicals@christchurchu3a.org.uk.Social3513TKathleenSmith07804 255494outofhours@christchurchu3a.org.uk1003TEileenLancaster07877 098836eileen@christchurchu3a.org.ukJV191560Musicals_maint.php
My Kind Of Music-the music of our lifetimesFriday4 weekly19 Sep 202512 Dec 2025423 Jan 202620 Mar 2026317 Apr 202612 Jun 20263010:3012:303Mudeford 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.25Dates 19/9; 17/10; 14/11; 12/12 23/1; 20/2; 20/3 17/4; 15/5; 12/6Music1012YMikeWedge01202 471382mwedge285@gmail.com4799YTimGoodchild07854 81039007854 810390Timothygoodchild050655@gmail.comDV8700
Naval & Military HistoryYWednesday4-Weekly17 Sep 202512 Nov 2025321 Jan 202618 Mar 2026315 Apr 202610 Jun 20263010:0012:003St Katharine's Hall (SKH)HallPresentations by group members and speakers covering diverse military subjects from early times to WW2 and beyond.40Will require Optoma projector for some sessions Actual dates - 17 Sept, 15 October, 12 November 2025 21 January, 18 February, 18 March, 15 April, 13 May, 10 June 2026History1515YJillFearn01202 43214607788 107065jillfearn50@gmail.comYV9000
Out of HoursYAnyEvenings and Weekends22 Sep 202501 Aug 20260AOutdoors (OUT)Social activities indoors and outdoors - evenings and weekends. Programme of events available by emailing the group leader. Anoutofhours@christchurchu3a.org.ukSocial3513TKathleenSmith07804 255494outofhours@christchurchu3a.org.ukTV215530Outofhours_maint.php
Painting for PleasureTuesdayWeekly16 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202611013:3015:303Homelands 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.comJV10100
Photography GroupYFridayWeekly19 Sep 202531 Jul 202646010:3012:30AMudeford 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.28Good wifi connection. TV and projection/screen. 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 2025/26 - 3/10; 7/11; 5/12; 9/1; 6/2; 6/3;10/4; 1/5; 5/6; 3/7 please. 10 bookings.Science and Technology1802YTrevorGoodman01425 27338407557 383482tgwg79@yahoo.co.uk4807YJillSmith-Buckland01202 08503107973 382862romanijill@hotmail.co.ukDV14060Photogroup---Group_maint.php
PickleballThursdayWeekly04 Dec 202518 Dec 2025315 Jan 202626 Mar 20261109 Apr 202618 Jun 202611011:0012:303PicklePad (PIC)PickleBall CourtAn 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. 14Sport5658YIanPeterkin07810 558298ianpac90@outlook.comYF4300
Pies & PicturesSundayFortnightly21 Sep 202530 Nov 2025625 Jan 202622 Mar 20265012:3015:302Druitt Hall (DTH)HallJoin 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 £5.20Social5227YRosemaryMcCulloch07729 738571ramccull@gmail.comYV22700
Play ReadingWednesdayFortnightly24 Sep 202503 Dec 2025628 Jan 202625 Mar 20265014:0015:302Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 9Relaxed and friendly group where members read and discuss plays of all kinds.12Language and Literature1136YJillDale01202 432357dale1@homeuser.netYV7900
Play Tennis for Fun in SouthbourneYWednesdayWeekly03 Sep 202526 Aug 202652010:0012:00ASwanmore Tennis Courts (SWT)A 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.uk20Sport1116EBernardCrowell01202 989642mcrowell@hotmail.co.ukYV6300
Poetry AppreciationWednesdayFortnightly17 Sep 202510 Dec 2025721 Jan 202618 Mar 2026515 Apr 202624 Jun 20266014:0015:303Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 9Finding poems on given themes and reading them out loud. 10Language and Literature1840YDavidNicholls01202 42698307783 406001badgersden@btinternet.comYW6800
Poetry Writing FridayFortnightly19 Sep 202512 Dec 2025723 Jan 202620 Mar 2026517 Apr 202626 Jun 20266014:0016:003Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 9Poetry 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.com2554YBarrieSutton01202 43225607724 890089nottus1971@icloud.comJV3300
Practical Creative WritingMondayMonthly15 Sep 202517 Nov 2025319 Jan 202613 Apr 20264014:0016:002Group Leader Home (GLH)Writing 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. 8Language and Literature1980YDavidWilliams07720 56169407720 561694dwquayside@gmail.comTV4000
Reading - Group 1YMondayFortnightly15 Sep 202508 Dec 2025719 Jan 202630 Mar 2026613 Apr 202622 Jun 20266010:1511:453Christchurch Library (CCL)Room 9Discussions 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.15None required.Language and Literature1177YKenBasham01202 42601007756 457950bashamken@gmail.com1649TLizHatch01425 674077liz@tigwas.co.ukDF4500
Reading Group 2YThursdayMonthly18 Sep 202518 Jun 202610014:0015:301The Runway (RUN)Room 1A 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.comYV12300
Reading Group 6YThursdayMonthly04 Sep 202506 Aug 202612014:0016:001Group Leader Home (GLH)The 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. Language and Literature6194TThelmaPrice01425 501587thelmajprice@talktalk.netTV7400
Science and ScientistsThursdayWeekly18 Sep 202511 Dec 20251322 Jan 202626 Mar 20261017 Apr 202526 Jun 202511014:0015:303Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 4A journey from ancient Greece to the 20th Century meeting some of the greatest minds in history like Archimedes, Newton, Faraday, Curie and Einstein.30Science and Technology6522TBillLonnen01202 518433wlonnen@hotmail.comTV11600
ScrabbleMondayWeekly15 Sep 202508 Dec 20251319 Jan 202623 Mar 202610014:0016:002The Runway (RUN)Room 1For those who enjoy a good standard of playing Scrabble without being competitive16Games1178YMaryBasham01202 42601007549 098229bashmar43@gmail.comYW9400
Sewing BeeTuesdayFortnightly23 Sep 202502 Dec 2025620 Jan 202617 Mar 2026521 Apr 202616 Jun 20265010:0012:003Stanpit 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.comDW10800
ShakespeareFridayWeekly19 Sep 202512 Dec 20251323 Jan 202627 Mar 20261017 Apr 202626 Jun 202611010:1512:003Pokesdown and Southbourne Ex-Servicemen's (PSX)Enjoy watching, reading and analysing three or four plays per year55Language and Literature2039YDamianHeywood01202 47699207598 246372damianheywood@btinternet.com1085YMegNewman01202 478708megnewman@hotmail.comDV11700
Short Mat Bowls - Group 2ThursdayFortnightly18 Sep 202511 Dec 2025722 Jan 202619 Mar 2026516 Apr 202625 Jun 20266014:0016:003Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Main HallEnjoy learning a new game with friends. Equipment provided. 16first time as group leader hope form is correctSport1761YMargaretRutterford01202 42538407562 149777margaret.rutterford@uwclub.netYW5100
Short Mat Bowls - Group 3TuesdayFortnightly23 Sep 202502 Dec 2025620 Jan 202617 Mar 2026514 Apr 202623 Jun 20266014:0016:003Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Main HallEnjoy learning a new game with friends. Some woods available 20Sport1059TKeithLetchford01425 277270lynneletchford45@googlemail.comYV7300
Short Mat Bowls - Group 4TuesdayFortnightly16 Sep 202509 Dec 2025727 Jan 202624 Mar 2026521 Apr 202616 Jun 20265014:0016:003Mudeford Wood Community Centre (MWC)Main HallEnjoy learning a new game with friends. Equipment provided.22Sport1467YPatriciaBlythman01202 47825007902 593976Patpaul65@gmail.com4107YJoanne Sturgeon07979 96078807979 960788jsturgeon3101@gmail.comDV5900
Short tennisFridayWeekly19 Sep 202512 Dec 20251323 Jan 202627 Mar 20261017 Apr 202626 Jun 202611014:0015:303Beaufort 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. 2 spare racquet available for use12Net posts.Sport3533YPaulaPakeman01202 42661207773 044556paulapakeman@icloud.com4725YFrancescoLuiken07580 44634507580 446345ilmondo47@gmail.comJV5800
Shorter WalksFridayMonthly19 Sep 202512 Dec 202523 Jan 202627 Mar 202617 Apr 202626 Jun 2026010:3012:003Outdoors (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.Recreation4725YFrancescoLuiken07580 44634507580 446345ilmondo47@gmail.com5538YAlanLeese01202 52958407709 099567althesax@gmail.comDV260610Shorter-Walks_maint.php
Singing For FunThursdayWeekly18 Sep 202511 Dec 20251322 Jan 202626 Mar 20261016 Apr 202625 Jun 202611014:0016:003Immanuel Church (ICH)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.com2518EValerieNeesham01202 481767valneesh@hotmail.comDF12700
SnookerTuesdayWeekly16 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202611016:0018:003Q Sports Bar (QSB)Snooker RoomSnooker10U3A pay for 2 tables and between us we hire another tableSport2037YAlexDearnley07803 10817507803 108175fatgirlslim88@msn.comYV6600
Social/Events GroupYAnymonthly15 Sep 202526 Jun 20260AOutdoors (OUT)The group aims to incorporate holidays and local social events during Monday to Friday. Everyone welcomeSocial1019YDeeCollins01425 272378eventsu3a.dee@gmail.comYV17900
Spanish ConversationTuesdayWeekly16 Sep 202509 Dec 202513010:3012:001Beaufort Centre (BCC)A chance to improve your language skills through a conversation group.Language and Literature5066EJanetJohnstone07730 76208907730 762089janetjohnstone659@gmail.comTF7700
Table Tennis - Group 2WednesdayWeekly17 Sep 202510 Dec 20251321 Jan 202625 Mar 20261015 Apr 202624 Jun 202611009:3011:303Beaufort Centre (BCC)HallFriendly & sociable table tennis group with a very good mix of technique, enjoyment and fun. What we would do for a new leader though ! 24Sport1470YDavidDiamond01202 421365david.mightyatom@gmail.com1261YJeffreyBloom07957 92998801202 431556jeffreyabloom2@gmail.comDV5900
Table Tennis - Group 3WednesdayWeekly17 Sep 202510 Dec 20251321 Jan 202625 Mar 20261015 Apr 202624 Jun 202611011:3013:303Beaufort Centre (BCC)HallFriendly table tennis group, average standard. 28Sport3445YDerekOrmesher01202 43230607483 219591dirkorm@hotmail.com1495YJoyWall01202 416940thewallies@hotmail.co.ukDV6500
Table Tennis - Group 4FridayWeekly19 Sep 202512 Dec 20251323 Jan 202627 Mar 20261017 Apr 202626 Jun 202611013:0015:003Beaufort Centre (BCC)HallFriendly table tennis group for improvers and intermediate standard 24Sport1732YStevePelletier01202 42936307928 278737steve_p1947@yahoo.co.uk1732TStevePelletier01202 42936307928 278737steve_p1947@yahoo.co.ukDV8000
Table Tennis - Group 5ThursdayWeekly18 Sep 202511 Dec 20251322 Jan 202626 Mar 20261016 Apr 202625 Jun 202611012:1514:153Beaufort Centre (BCC)HallFriendly group for improvers. Own bat required.28Jeanne Butcher only wants her email address in the magazine. Vivien Goodwin’s mobile number can be published.Sport2507EJeanneButcher07761 758936mamaberguk@yahoo.co.uk4678YVivienGoodwin07526 27589107526 275891viviengoodwin@yahoo.co.ukJV7000
The Great ComposersThursdayFortnightly18 Sep 202511 Dec 2025722 Jan 202619 Mar 20265010:0012:002St 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.com3877TJamesRobertson01202 47051807749 227015revjr51@gmail.comDV6100
The Monthly Walking GroupYThursdayMonthly18 Sep 202527 Aug 2026010:0013:00AOutdoors (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.comDV25600
Theatre GoersYAnyApprox. 6 times per year01 Sep 202531 Aug 20260AOutdoors (OUT)Visits by coach to theatres to see interesting plays approx 6 times p.a. Social2681YZinaRoworth01202 47566507963 568433zroworth@gmail.com1003YEileenLancaster07877 098836eileen@christchurchu3a.org.ukDV192820Theatre_maint.php
Third Age FilmsWednesdayWeekly17 Sep 202510 Dec 20251321 Jan 202625 Mar 20261015 Apr 202624 Jun 202611014:1516:153Stanpit 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 details.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.comDV14700http://www.christchurchu3a.org.uk/thirdagefilms/
Travel GroupFridayFortnightly19 Sep 202528 Nov 2025423 Jan 202620 Mar 2026417 Apr 202626 Jun 20264014:0015:303St 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:- 19 Sept, 3 October, 31 Oct. 14 November. 23 January, 6 Feb, 6 and 20 March. 17 April, 1 May. 29 May, 12 June. Travel1146YMargaretThomas01202 433556m.thomas44@btinternet.com1136YJillDale01202 432357dale1@homeuser.netJW19800
u3a Christchurch CommitteeYAnyMonthly01 Sep 202531 Aug 20260ASomerford ARC (SOM)IT roomThe 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.Social1002YChairPersonchairperson@christchurchu3a.org.ukYV8400
Ukulele Group (Christchurch U3A)TuesdayWeekly16 Sep 202509 Dec 20251320 Jan 202624 Mar 20261014 Apr 202623 Jun 202610013:3015:303St 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.com5170TRobertHammond01202 96009907543 054386rjhammond1@hotmail.co.ukDV8300
Vinyl for you: 60s, 70s, 80s or 90sYTuesdayMonthly16 Sep 202509 Dec 2025420 Jan 202610 Mar 202614 Apr 202609 Jun 20263010:3012:303Epicentre (EPI)Playing 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 refreshmentMeetings to be held on 16th Sept(3rd Tues), 14th Oct, 11th Nov, 9th Dec 2026 20th Jan (3rd Tues), 10th Feb, 10th March 14th April, 12th May, 9th June Music4799YTimGoodchild07854 81039007854 810390Timothygoodchild050655@gmail.comYV7800
Whist for FunThursdayWeekly18 Sep 202511 Dec 20251322 Jan 202626 Mar 202610010:0012:002Beaufort Centre (BCC)Room 4Progressive Whist or Rainbow Whist, come and enjoy with our lively and friendly group. Beginners welcome - guidance given16Games1390YRuthDunn01202 431153YV3900
Wine Appreciation 1YTuesdayMonthly11 Nov 202509 Dec 2025213 Jan 202610 Mar 20263014:0015:302St Catherine's Hill Community Centre (SCH)Upstairs/BritanniaLearning more about, sampling and enjoying wines once a month from November - March. Run as two separate groups on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.14The Britannia room has all the facilities I need. The dates proposed are: Tue 11 Nov; 9 Dec 2025 & Tue Tue 13 Jan; 10 Feb & 10 Mar 26. The hall is needed until 4.00pm for clearing up. THIS COURSE WILL ONLY BE RUN SUBJECT TO NUMBERS Recreation5639YJohnMaddox01425 27897007901 740984maddox127@virginmedia.comTV6800
Wine Appreciation 2YWednesdayMonthly12 Nov 202510 Dec 2025214 Jan 202611 Mar 20263014:0015:302St Catherine's Hill Community Centre (SCH)Upstairs/BritanniaLearning more about, sampling and enjoying wines once a month from November - March. Run as two separate groups on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.14The Britannia room has all the facilities I need. The dates proposed are: Wed 12 Nov & 10 Dec 2025 & Wed 14 Jan; 11 Feb & 11 Mar 2026. The hall is needed until 4.00pm for clearing up. THIS COURSE WILL ONLY BE RUN SUBJECT TO NUMBERS Recreation5639YJohnMaddox01425 27897007901 740984maddox127@virginmedia.comTV3800