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Architecture and Local History     

Meets 1st Monday
Normally starts 10:00 to 12:00
Details We organise meetings, sometimes with speakers during the winter months and trips to reflect our interests in the others. We meet in Wisdom House, Romsey, opposite St Joseph's RC church. Visits to places of interest begin in April.

Art Appreciation     

Meets 2nd Monday of each month pm
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Bird Watching     

Meets 4th Wednesday of the month
Normally starts 10:00 to 13:00
Details A programme of visits to bird watching sites on the Solent, in the New Forest and on the Hampshire Downs, with occasional visits further afield. Members usually travel in their own cars or arrange lift shares together. We share expertise within the group and members range from beginners to experienced birders, all are welcome. Visits usually involve a walk of several miles with stops. Some venues are suitable for mobility scooters. Binoculars and outdoor gear recommended. New members welcome.

Books for Pleasure     

Meets second Monday pm
Normally starts 00:00 to 16:30
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Bookworms     

Meets 1st Monday
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Bridge for Improvers     

Meets Wednesday afternoon
Normally starts 13:45 to 16:00
Details We have meetings each Wednesday afternoon at Braishfield Village Hall Committee Room. Please contact Lindsey Dunford if you are interested in joining us 01794 524457 Basic knowledge of Bridge necessary.

Canasta     

Meets 1st & 3rd Mon afternoons 
Normally starts 14:00 to 17:30
Details We meet in member's homes and so the number of members at each meeting is limited usually to a maximum of two tables (8 people) New members are welcome - including those who do not yet know the game but would like to learn.

Cinema     

Meets by arrangement
Details Usually we see films at the Town Hall (twice a month on Mondays) at the 3.30 pm performance and discussion afterwards takes place at the White Horse Hotel.

Creative Writing     

Meets 4th Monday of the month
Normally starts 14:15 to 00:00
Details please contact jennifer at jennifer@wineberg.co.uk Meetings will take place at the British Legion Club at 2.15 pm from January 2024

Crime Fiction Book Group     

Meets 2nd Tuesday of the month 2 pm
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English Literature     

Meets 3rd Tuesday pm
Normally starts 14:00 to 16:00
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French 1     

Meets Twice monthly, Monday a.m.
Normally starts 10:00 to 12:00
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French 2     

Meets Twice monthly, Thursday
Normally starts 02:00 to 04:00
Details We work at Intermediate level sharing leading, using magazines, CDs, games, and other varied resources.

French Conversation     

Meets 2nd Thursday @ 2pm
Normally starts 14:00 to 16:00
Details Advanced conversation group

Garden Visits 1     

Meets 1st Friday a.m.
Normally starts 10:30 to 00:00
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Garden Visits 2     

Meets 3rd Thursday a.m.
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Genealogy     

Meets 4th Wednesday except December
Normally starts 10:00 to 12:00
Details Gather at 10:00 for beverages for meeting start 10.30 Selective meetings will be streamed via Zoom. To access those you need to be a member of the Genealogy Group in order to receive an invitation via e-mail to join each meeting. Contact the group co-ordinator, Graham Woodbury via the webpage.

Geography & Geology     

Meets third Tuesday of the month pm
Normally starts 14:15 to 16:30
Details This group meets monthly in The Annexe at the Crosfield Hall. Members investigate and share knowledge on topics which in the past included the Colorado River catchment, Borders and Frontiers, What makes The Lizard interesting, and the geography, mineralogy and industries of Dartmoor. In 2024 the programme will include Volcanoes, Malta, Patagonia and Guatemala In addition we have taken field trips to Kimmeridge Bay and the Mells River Valley Somerset in 2022, the Trundle on The South Downs in 2023 and The Isle of Wight is planned for 2024. Please email Group Leader if you would like to attend the meeting.

German Conversation     

Meets Monday every two weeks pm
Normally starts 14:00 to 16:00
Details To join the group, contact Melanie : melanie@redherring.co.uk

History Social and General     

Meets 3rd Monday (not Bank Hols.)
Normally starts 10:30 to 00:00
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Horticulture     

Meets 4th Tuesday of each month am
Normally starts 11:15 to 12:45
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Industrial Heritage     

Meets Winter 2nd Mon; Apr to Nov visits 
Details Winter meetings are under cover, but when possible from April-November, we visit sites of interest -- including heritage railways, museums, a brewery or two, and some "behind the scenes" tours. See webpage for details.

Introduction to Computers     

Meets 2nd Wed of month in person; 3rd Wed of month Zoom
Normally starts 14:00 to 16:00
Details A different topic is covered each month, the same topic in person (at the group leader's house) and then on Zoom a week later. Topics cover Windows (usually), Android phones (sometimes), iPads and iPhones (occasionally). Meetings usually have a teaching presentation with plenty of time for questions and discussion. Topics are often suggested by group members.

Italian Improvers     

Meets By arrangement but usually every Thursday
Normally starts 10:00 to 12:00
Details For members who have previously studied Italian and wish to improve their communication skills

Italian Intermediate     

Meets Mondays weekly
Normally starts 14:00 to 15:30
Details This is a small friendly group for people who already have some knowledge of Italian. We meet in each other’s houses.

Latin Literature     

Meets By arrangement
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New Members     

Meets 
Details This is a group to temporarily communicate with new members.

New Theatre Group     

Meets 2nd Thursday every two months
Normally starts 14:00 to 16:30
Details This is a new group organised differently to the old theatre group. Visits will be discussed and arranged at the two-monthly meetings, held in the Nightingale Room at the Crosfield Hall.

Painting Thursday     

Meets Thursday mornings throughout the year.
Normally starts 10:00 to 12:00
Details This is a friendly group of around 14 people meeting to paint together and help each other. There is no formal tuition. We use various media - oil, watercolour, acrylic, pastel, pen and wash, various pencils, etc. We meet in the hall at the back of the Methodist Church on The Hundred. This is a lovely hall with excellent light and plenty of space. You are very welcome to pop in and meet us any Thursday morning 10.30 - 11.30am!

Philosophy     

Meets Last Friday of the Month 2.15pm, Jan-Nov
Normally starts 14:15 to 16:00
Details We meet in central Romsey at 2.15pm on the last Friday of the month. Our normal diet is discussion of a particular philosopher or school of philosophy, or current issue in ethics / religion / politics / aesthetics / etc. We have an introductory talk from one of the group (or sometimes an outside speaker) followed by discussion. Our meetings are open and friendly. Recent and future topics include: How to be Old; 'Relative Truth?'; Humanism; The political philosophy of the Labour Party; The Enlightenment; The mystery and beauty of mathematics; Romanticism as an artistic movement; What can we learn from Judaism and Jewish culture?; Language, translation & the search for meaning. If you are interested in joining us or would like to know more about the group, please contact the group coordinator for further information.

Pickleball     

Meets Indoors Thursday 17:00 - 18:00
Normally starts 17:00 to 18:00
Details Indoors at Mountbatten School Sports Hall every Thurs 17:00 - 18:00 the cost will be £2 per session. outdoor play hasn't yet commenced for this year All Equipment provided. Please email if you would like further information to Jan Bartlett janbartlett12@gmail.com

Recorders     

Meets Fridays
Normally starts 10:00 to 12:00
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Scrabble     

Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday 2pm or by arrangement
Details This is a brand new group, started in March 2023.

Short Day Trips     

Meets 4th Thursday
Normally starts 09:30 to 17:00
Details We organise trips and visits for our members' enjoyment and arrange transport when required. It is each member's own responsibility to be at the designated meeting points on time, to have a certain amount of independent mobility and accept responsibility for him or herself when participating in a trip. In the event of a trip being fully booked, we do start a waiting list so that, if we receive a cancellation, we will try to find a replacement. However, as we have to pay coaches and most venues well in advance, we cannot guarantee a refund unless we are able to fill the space.

Short Mat Bowls     

Meets Wednesday evenings every week Jan- Apr, Sept - Dec
Normally starts 19:15 to 21:30
Details We are the guests of Wellow Short mat bowls club at Wellow village hall. Please phone Jo if you wish to go along for a trial lesson.

Singing     

Meets 4th Monday
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Spanish     

Meets every Friday
Normally starts 10:00 to 12:30
Details This group is now divided into two sub-groups : beginners 10.00 to 11.15 and intermediates 11.15 to 12.30.

Strollers     

Meets 2nd Wednesday am
Details More details from Margaret.

Table Tennis Fridays     

Meets Fridays/Wednesdays
Normally starts 12:30 to 02:00
Details All Skill Sets

Table Tennis Improvers     

Meets Mondays
Normally starts 13:00 to 11:40
Details Due to Covid restrictions on numbers, members should book with Juliet before each meeting. £3 from each participating member is collected each week, and should there be a surplus, a free week is given. A record is kept of money received and invoices paid.

Technology     

Meets Wednesdays
Normally starts 11:00 to 12:15
Details The Technology Group is now called the " Everyday Technology " Group. We discuss practical solutions to everyday technological problems and how to survive this ever-changing world. We plan to make technology work for our benefit. We currently meet at the Luzborough Pub on Botley Road at 11:00 every Wednesday except when there is the General U3A Meeting at the Crosfield Hall. Our Activities: The small friendly Group is usually between a dozen members. The group is run as an informal Forum, addressing the issues of the day and answering member's questions. It is very relaxed. New members are always welcome. Please click the link on the right of this page to email John Broughall (email only). John@romseyin.uk - 01794 502222

Travel     

Meets Generally 2nd (sometimes 3rd) Tuesday of month
Normally starts 10:00 to 12:00
Details The group meets monthly to plan holidays and share holiday memories. Coffee and biscuits from 10.00am with meeting starting at 10.30am. Numerous trips have been shared in the past - from Canada to Uzbekistan and The Edinburgh Tattoo to Madeira Flower Parade. UK 5 day trips with Angela Coaches are popular too. And self-planned trips such as train+hotel to Liverpool and Newcastle.

Walking     

Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesdays a.m.
Normally starts 10:00 to 00:00
Details We undertake walks in the Romsey, New Forest and Winchester areas, principally between the River Itchen and the West of the New Forest, lasting typically between 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Members cars are used to reach the walk start and lift sharing is encouraged once insurance has been checked.

Wine Appreciation Group     

Meets 2nd Tuesday of the Month, 7 pm until 9 pm
Normally starts 18:45 to 21:15
Details We are a Member led group, information finding and tasting wines, grapes and country of choice, then presenting to the group in a way they feel comfortable with, budget controlled. Visits to local vineyards for guided tours and tasting, guest speakers, with any additional cost spread across members attending. £5.00 membership fee with £15 yearly subscription to ensure our venue and a fee for each session attended. We meet at the Abbey Church Rooms.