Events
Everyone, whether a member of Elmbridge U3A or not, is cordially invited to the talks listed below under MEETINGS,
which take place on the first Wednesday of each month at CLAYGATE VILLAGE HALL.
Next meeting on Wednesday 3 October at 2pm
The Highs and Lows of a Stunt Womans Life Lucy Allen
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Surrey Network Study Days are held at the Menuhin Hall (KT11 3QQ) on the Cobham/Fetcham/Leatherhead road.
These events are open only to U3A Members. See Surrey U3A Network Events for more information and to book.
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Full details of all JENNYS JAUNTS are on our separate website page. Click the link at the top right of this page.
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National U3A Events
There are always a variety of events appearing on the national U3A website. It is well worth a look! You can do it yourself by logging on to and registering at u3a.org.uk or, if you would like to be notified about them every month, click Events Registration to register.
| Dates for your Diary | ||
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| October 2018 | ||
| Wed Oct 3rd | Meeting | Monthly Meeting at Claygate Village Hall The Highs and Lows of a Stuntwoman's Life - Lucy Allen Lucy can be seen in numerous films and TV series as a stunt performer, including Skyfall, Titanic, Absolutely Fabulous and Doctor Who. She was also the double for Helena Bonham Carter as Bellatrix Lestrange in the Harry Potter Series. Perhaps we can get some inspiration for new U3A activities from what promised to be a fascinating insight into the film and television world! |
| Thu Oct 11th | Outing | Country Rambles will be walking from near Thursley. Click October to March for the programme |
| Mon Oct 15th | Outing | Jenny's Jaunts Blenheim Palace Talk on arrival about the life of Winston Churchill, and refreshments. Explore the palace and gardens at your own pace with an audio guide. Cost £32 (includes coach, tip for driver, entry fee, audio guide, talk and refreshments on arrival). Pick up 9am at the Xcel Centre, return approx. 7pm. |
| Mon Oct 15th | Study Day | U3A Explores Science at the Ri 1.30 - 5pm, Royal Institution of Great Britain, W1S Exploring the Solar System Twins, Microbiomes and Personalised Health Rise of the mutants - life, evolution and all things genetic See National U3A Events Page for details |
| Fri Oct 19th | Study Day | Surrey Network Study Day Study day in 2018 on Music Therapy & U3A Singing See Surrey U3A Network Events for more information |
| November 2018 | ||
| Thu Nov 1st | Study Day | Makers not Muses: Women Artists 11am - 4pm, National Gallery WC2 Join National Gallery experts for a day of talks exploring the status of women artists, the purpose of their paintings and traditional obstacles to success. See National U3A Events Page for details |
| Wed Nov 7th | Meeting | Monthly Meeting at Claygate Village Hall Fresh from her well-received talk on Windsor Castle at our September meeting, Jackie Clemson makes a speedy and welcome return to Claygate, where her subject will be Royal Westminster – Monarchy, Government, Ceremony and Power. The seat of government and power for nearly one thousand years, this is where kings and queens have been born, crowned, married and died – and where history has been made. Follow the story and hear why it continues to fascinate and attract people from all over the world to this day. Jackie is an accredited History Guide Lecturer for the City of Westminster, familiar with Royal and ceremonial matters, whose detailed knowledge and lively speaking style make her subjects ‘come alive’ for the audience. |
| Thu Nov 8th | Outing | Country Rambles will be walking on Ranmore. Click October to March for the programme |
| Fri Nov 16th | Study Day | Surrey Network Study Day Study day in 2018 on the Development of Agriculture See Surrey U3A Network Events for more information. |
| December 2018 | ||
| Wed Dec 5th | Meeting | Monthly Meeting at Claygate Village Hall The Wilds of Canada David Boag David is a wildlife photographer, author and lecturer with over 18 published books to his credit. Although a city boy born in London, his love of the wild places of the world shines through in his work. He has been involved with both television and radio as an adviser or knowledgeable guest and presenter on many wildlife programmes. Apart from being a master photographer, David is highly regarded as a lively, entertaining and enthusiastic speaker. He lectures regularly throughout the country to a wide variety of natural history, photographic and general interest audiences. With the spectacular scenery of Canada as a backdrop, we can look forward to a colourful and thrilling presentation. |
| Thu Dec 13th | Outing | Country Rambles will be walking from Tilford. Click October to March for the programme |
| January 2019 | ||
| Thu Jan 10th | Outing | Country Rambles will be walking from Oxshott. Click October to March for the programme |
| February 2019 | ||
| Thu Feb 14th | Outing | Country Rambles will be walking from East Horsley. Click October to March for the programme |
| March 2019 | ||
| Thu Mar 14th | Outing | Country Rambles will be walking from Blackheath Village. Click October to March for the programme |