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ANCESTRY GROUP
Meetings: The first Friday of every month in the library at the Kings Arms, Westerham from 10.00 am until 12 noon.
The aim of the Group is to help each other in our search into our family history by sharing knowledge of the many resources available, as well as how to keep records and produce family trees. Members of the Group range from complete beginners to those that have been researching for years! All this coupled together with amusing and anecdotal tales that have come to light!
Meetings: The first Friday of every month in the library at the Kings Arms, Westerham from 10.00 am until 12 noon.
The aim of the Group is to help each other in our search into our family history by sharing knowledge of the many resources available, as well as how to keep records and produce family trees. Members of the Group range from complete beginners to those that have been researching for years! All this coupled together with amusing and anecdotal tales that have come to light!
APPRECIATING ARCHITECTURE
Meetings: Variable
There are no fixed times as it will depend on the availablity of the site or the room hire, together with the wishes of the organiser.
Meetings: Variable
There are no fixed times as it will depend on the availablity of the site or the room hire, together with the wishes of the organiser.
APPRECIATING ART
Meetings: The last Tuesday of each month at 2.30pm in the small room of Westerham Hall
Monthly meetings start by viewing and discussing the merits of a painting chosen by a member. They then may then look at the works of a particular artist or review a forthcoming exhibition which they might visit. Fortunately there is an array of first class galleries just a cheap day return ticket away!
Meetings: The last Tuesday of each month at 2.30pm in the small room of Westerham Hall
Monthly meetings start by viewing and discussing the merits of a painting chosen by a member. They then may then look at the works of a particular artist or review a forthcoming exhibition which they might visit. Fortunately there is an array of first class galleries just a cheap day return ticket away!
SHORT MAT BOWLS
Meetings :Tuesday afternoon at the Queen’s Park Pavilion, Caterham on the Hill.
Short Mat Bowls is like lawn bowls but is played indoors on a mat that is 45 foot long by 6 foot wide.
Westerham members who might be interested in joining are very welcome.
This is a Caterham managed Group
Meetings :Tuesday afternoon at the Queen’s Park Pavilion, Caterham on the Hill.
Short Mat Bowls is like lawn bowls but is played indoors on a mat that is 45 foot long by 6 foot wide.
Westerham members who might be interested in joining are very welcome.
This is a Caterham managed Group
IMPROVERS BRIDGE
Meetings: Thursday afternoon
The venue is at Crockham Hill village hall, so there will be a small charge to cover the hire of the hall and expenses.
This is an Edenbridge managed Group
Meetings: Thursday afternoon
The venue is at Crockham Hill village hall, so there will be a small charge to cover the hire of the hall and expenses.
This is an Edenbridge managed Group
TEAM BRIDGE
Meetings: On application
Friendly games of Teams Bridge are played each month in members’ homes, on days that suit the people playing in each game. We are happy to hold introductory sessions if you have not played teams bridge before. However you do need a bridge partner who is also a member of the U3A and an email address so games can easily be organised.
This is a Sevenoaks managed Group
Meetings: On application
Friendly games of Teams Bridge are played each month in members’ homes, on days that suit the people playing in each game. We are happy to hold introductory sessions if you have not played teams bridge before. However you do need a bridge partner who is also a member of the U3A and an email address so games can easily be organised.
This is a Sevenoaks managed Group
BIRDWATCHING
Meetings: The plan is to have an outing once a month
The group is under new leadership. David Rumsey aims to visit a number of local destinations which will include nature reserves such as Bough Beech and Sevenoaks Wildfowl Reserve. There will also be trips to places outside nature reserves such as the North Downs. On occasion we will venture further afield to Ashdown Forest, the North Kent coast and the South Coast. Group numbers will be limited.
Meetings: The plan is to have an outing once a month
The group is under new leadership. David Rumsey aims to visit a number of local destinations which will include nature reserves such as Bough Beech and Sevenoaks Wildfowl Reserve. There will also be trips to places outside nature reserves such as the North Downs. On occasion we will venture further afield to Ashdown Forest, the North Kent coast and the South Coast. Group numbers will be limited.
BOOK CLUB 1
Meetings: Every 6 weeks usually at 2 pm on Thursday afternoons, (avoiding Open Meeting afternoons) in members’ houses
The members of our Book Group enjoy reading and socialising with like-minded people. We certainly widen our own reading horizons with the individual choices of others and enjoy sharing opinions with friendly and fun discussions. The host chooses the book for review at the next meeting. Copies are usually borrowed from Oxted or Westerham libraries, where we are registered as a book group. We keep a look out for any local literary events that may be of interest.
Meetings: Every 6 weeks usually at 2 pm on Thursday afternoons, (avoiding Open Meeting afternoons) in members’ houses
The members of our Book Group enjoy reading and socialising with like-minded people. We certainly widen our own reading horizons with the individual choices of others and enjoy sharing opinions with friendly and fun discussions. The host chooses the book for review at the next meeting. Copies are usually borrowed from Oxted or Westerham libraries, where we are registered as a book group. We keep a look out for any local literary events that may be of interest.
BOOK CLUB 2
Meetings: On Mondays monthly for lunch at the Haycutter, Old Oxted.
We review books chosen by the members on a flexible rota basis, wide variety from classics such as “Rebecca” and “A Tale of Two Cities” to, more often, contemporary works. We remain more social than academic and try to attend literary lunches organised
by/for established authors when possible and within reasonable travelling range. Established for 9 years, we don’t always agree but we agree to differ in our reviews!
Meetings: On Mondays monthly for lunch at the Haycutter, Old Oxted.
We review books chosen by the members on a flexible rota basis, wide variety from classics such as “Rebecca” and “A Tale of Two Cities” to, more often, contemporary works. We remain more social than academic and try to attend literary lunches organised
by/for established authors when possible and within reasonable travelling range. Established for 9 years, we don’t always agree but we agree to differ in our reviews!
CANASTA
Meetings: On the 2nd Monday of the Month in Westerham Hall.
We are a flourishing Canasta group of very enthusiastic players. All members have been taught the rules by Pam, as there are many versions, and they are now enjoying playing really well. They are intending to teach their friends and families which is an added bonus. All levels can be catered for, with separate tuition from Pam for complete beginners and improvers, bringing them in line with the more competent players.
Meetings: On the 2nd Monday of the Month in Westerham Hall.
We are a flourishing Canasta group of very enthusiastic players. All members have been taught the rules by Pam, as there are many versions, and they are now enjoying playing really well. They are intending to teach their friends and families which is an added bonus. All levels can be catered for, with separate tuition from Pam for complete beginners and improvers, bringing them in line with the more competent players.
CIRCLE DANCING
Meetings: 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month
If you like dancing and a wide range of music from all over the world then circle dancing is for you. The dances can be lively or gentle, meditative or exciting. The moods and styles vary enormously and there is something for everyone in the repertoire. You don't need a partner or experience. Dance bare-foot or in soft-soled shoes. Cost : £4 (or £18 for 6 sessions). Venue: Christchurch URC Hall, Littlecourt Rd.
This is a Sevenoaks managed Group
Meetings: 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month
If you like dancing and a wide range of music from all over the world then circle dancing is for you. The dances can be lively or gentle, meditative or exciting. The moods and styles vary enormously and there is something for everyone in the repertoire. You don't need a partner or experience. Dance bare-foot or in soft-soled shoes. Cost : £4 (or £18 for 6 sessions). Venue: Christchurch URC Hall, Littlecourt Rd.
This is a Sevenoaks managed Group
CRAFTY CRAFTERS
Meetings: Not currently active due to lack of group contact.
Craft - Needlecraft - and more for anyone that feels creative and wants to explore their potential with like-minded people. You are welcome to bring your own projects or learn something new as we always love new ideas. All skill levels are welcome and our aim is to share our experience and knowledge.
Meetings: Not currently active due to lack of group contact.
Craft - Needlecraft - and more for anyone that feels creative and wants to explore their potential with like-minded people. You are welcome to bring your own projects or learn something new as we always love new ideas. All skill levels are welcome and our aim is to share our experience and knowledge.
CURRENT AFFAIRS
Meetings: Last Friday of month at 10.30am at the Grasshopper on the Green
The Group meets to discuss events that are making the headlines, to give personal views and listen to the opinions of the other group members - nothing is off limits! All members are invited to submit topics for discussion one week in advance and in the past has included Brexit, Budgets, ISIS & asylum seekers, fracking, and the Health Service. "We don't always agree, but we learn from the experiences and knowledge of Group members in a good humoured manner."
Meetings: Last Friday of month at 10.30am at the Grasshopper on the Green
The Group meets to discuss events that are making the headlines, to give personal views and listen to the opinions of the other group members - nothing is off limits! All members are invited to submit topics for discussion one week in advance and in the past has included Brexit, Budgets, ISIS & asylum seekers, fracking, and the Health Service. "We don't always agree, but we learn from the experiences and knowledge of Group members in a good humoured manner."
DIGITAL IMAGE MANIPULATION PHOTOGRAPHY – Session 5
Meetings: 2nd Friday of the month
The members in the group have experience of Digital Manipulation. Activities this year will be varied according to the group members’ requests. It will include learning more about our cameras and going on photograph shoots, studio work and experimenting with digital techniques, as well as visiting exhibitions. It’s hoped to continue learning by experimentation, discussion and input from members.
This is a Sevenoaks managed Group
Meetings: 2nd Friday of the month
The members in the group have experience of Digital Manipulation. Activities this year will be varied according to the group members’ requests. It will include learning more about our cameras and going on photograph shoots, studio work and experimenting with digital techniques, as well as visiting exhibitions. It’s hoped to continue learning by experimentation, discussion and input from members.
This is a Sevenoaks managed Group
Want to find out about the great choice of other interest groups on offer? Click to see groups E-K, L-R and S-Z