The Days Out Committee picked a winner with the outing to Frogmore House, near Windsor, which opens for only a few charity days each year, writes Jenny Ford The first trip arranged by the new Days Out Committee was a great success. The storm of the day before had blown itself out leaving a gentle […]
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Celebrate summer at our U3A picnic
The date for Dorking U3A’s first summer picnic has been set for Wednesday 23 August from 2.30pm to 5pm. Come as a group and enjoy the beautiful grounds of Box Hill School in Mickleham. Dress and picnic in style! Choose your own theme and bring what you need along with perfect picnic delicacies and delicious drinks (alcohol is permitted). Come with […]
The making of War Horse
His expert historical knowledge of the First World War led to our visiting speaker being hired to advise the makers of a Hollywood blockbuster. He took us behind the scenes of the film-making process, as Geoff Saunders reports A good crowd turned out for our annual general meeting on Wednesday 10 May at the Christian Centre – […]
New groups news
Our wish is to respond positively to interest expressed by members in the creation of new U3A groups, writes Groups Co-ordinator Lionel Cartlidge. There are, of course, some details which should be agreed at the outset. These include suitable locations, resources needed and probable costs arising. It will also be highly desirable to discuss the […]
Treasures of the British Library
A large contingent from the Art Appreciation group spent an enjoyable day in London exploring the cultural riches of the British Library, writes Rosemary Hobbs It is was a pleasure to be picked up close to home to travel to London in a comfortable coach, thanks to Jenny Ford’s excellent planning. Our party was split into two […]