CHESHUNT U3A
Charity no. 1150779
MEETING THURSDAY 27th MARCH 2014
1.30pm WOLSEY HALL.
The guest speaker is Fran SANDHAM who will be speaking on “A SOLO WALK
ACROSS AFRICA”
The next meeting will be on THURSDAY 24th APRIL 2014 at 1.30pm at WOLSEY
HALL. The guest speaker will be Nick R THOMAS who will be speaking about
“THE LIFE OF PATRICK (CALL MY BLUFF) CAMPBELL” and will include
some audience participation.
Monthly meetings will usually be held on the 4th Thursday of each Month at 1.30pm in Wolsey
Hall.
Please note that the doors to Wolsey Hall will not be opened until 1.30pm
Visit our web site www.u3asites.org.uk/cheshunt for more information of events and
groups. Steve GOLLOP maintains this site. This programme/newsletter is available
on the website about three days before the monthly meeting.
When you attend the monthly meetings, you should bring your membership card (this year the colour is yellow), along
to book yourself in at the respective desk. You should also take it to any group meetings. The group leaders will want to
keep their own records
Visitors
A Temporary Membership Fee of £2 is charged to visitors, and a dated receipt will be given. This confers all the
advantages of Cheshunt U3A membership, including Insurance for that month only, during which time a group activity
can be joined if there is room, on production of the receipt and payment of the usual group attendance fee.
Members’ information held by Cheshunt U3A will not be disclosed to any third party
NEW GROUPS
AWAY BREAKS
Rose LOVELIDGE 01992 626697
The Keukenhof Gardens - Amsterdam. Thursday May 1st - Sunday May 4th. £349
double. (No singles left). Price includes Bed and breakfast at a 4 star Hotel.
Luxury Coach. Some free time in Ghent en route. Entrance to Keukenhof Gardens for
an amazing Spring display of Tulips followed by a Light Parade in the town of
Noordwijk. Visit to Amsterdam (Free time). Visit to Delft and Antwerp on the way
home. 4 days, 3 nights. Full payment at the March meeting please. Cheques payable
to Cannon Travel Ltd.
11th September. Over night stay, Nicky Nook in Lancashire. See Rose for more
details.
EXPLORING LONDON GROUP 4
Rose LOVELIDGE 01992 626697
We will have our first planning meeting on 16th April at the Green Dragon at 11
o'clock till 12. We will plan our first outing there.
AWAY DAYS
Rose LOVELIDGE 01992 626697
Our first trip will be on 2nd July. A Coach trip to visit ‘Victorian London’s Heroes
& Villains’ Cost is £36 which includes: 1 course Lunch with tea/coffee, our own
guide, coach and drivers tip. Visit Rose on her table for more information.
BOARD GAMES AFTERNOON
Mary 01992 426341
Following the success of the afternoon quiz group, I thought that it might be nice to
try a Board Games afternoon with tea and cake and hopefully plenty of laughter.
Later on in the year, we can have several games set up, play for a limited period of
time on each. Finish with an old fashioned game of Bingo. Please register your
interest with Mary in the Main Hall.
ENGLISH HISTORY
Carole BATTER 01707 879773
The group meets on 2nd Wednesday each month in the Green Dragon, Churchgate at
11.30am. We are focussing on ‘Social’ history, rather than battles, etc. Our visit on
2nd April is a tour of Hertford Castle. Later in the year, visits have been planned to a
19th century Paper Mill, Roman Baths and a Victorian School.
CHESHUNT U3A GROUPS
AFTERNOON TEA with QUIZ
Mary 01992 426341
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Next quiz: Tuesday April 8 , 2pm - 4pm Prescott Lounge, Wolsey Hall. Cost
£2. Please see Mary in the Main Hall to register your interest.
ART APPRECIATION
Diane POPE 01992 632829
The Art Appreciation group visits art galleries, museums or churches to view various
aspects of art. There is currently a waiting list to join this group. Diane POPE has
taken over and is the person to contact. In view of the high interest in this group, is
there anybody who will offer to run a 2nd group?
BADMINTON/TABLE TENNIS GROUP
Stewart WAGSTAFF 01992 624706
Every Monday 7pm – 9.30pm, Cheshunt High School, College Road. The
cost is now only £2 per person. All abilities welcome. We aim to have a social and
not too competitive atmosphere, and we cater for all levels from beginners upwards.
BIRD WATCHING WALKS
Derek WEBSTER 07712 675105/ Antony
POPE 07949 739116
Visit to Amwell Nature Reserve on Monday 14th April 2014. Meet at Cheshunt
Station at 9.45 am to catch the 10.09 am train to St. Margarets Station and then walk
down Amwell Lane to the Reserve, or meet at the Reserve at 10.45 am.
BOOK CLUB - Reading for Pleasure
Carol Hill
01992 302722
For further details of the next meeting, please see Carol at the information table or
contact her by phone.
READING FOR PLEASURE - GROUP 2
Pat Towers 01992 303860
Next meeting to be arranged. 10.30 – 12 noon. See Pat for details. New members
welcome.
BOLIVIA/CANASTA
Rob SCOTT 01992 445288
It has now been decided to hold the Bolivia meetings every other Monday in the
upper room of the Green Dragon pub at 62 Churchgate, Cheshunt.EN8 9NF. The next
meetings will be: 14th April and 28th April, all starting at 2.00pm and finishing about
5.00pm, for which there will be a small charge. If anyone would like to play or learn
how to play, please come along and enjoy a very sociable afternoon. There is plenty
of free parking at the rear of the pub.
COMPUTER COURSE 2014
Sue SMITH 01992 424963
The Beginners Course is scheduled for the beginning of June (subject to change). If
interested please contact Sue Smith. The Refresher and Improvers course is now
running to the end of March.. Our computer courses are run in conjunction with
Hertford Regional College. In response to requests and ever changing technology we
are considering a new course for U3A members who might wish to learn on their own
laptops or notebooks instead of college computers. For any requests and info on
courses please see Sue Smith at the monthly meeting or phone 01992 424963.
CHAIR BASED KEEP FIT
Mary 01992 426341
Cheshunt Free Church, Every Tuesday 9.45am - 11.15am cost £3.00 per session
Taking part in a keep fit class can be fun whatever your age or ability. Each class is
designed to help build and develop your strength, balance and flexibility and is
designed for people who find an exercise class too energetic. The group will also be
run by a fully qualified instructor whose aim is to ensure that you enjoy and have fun
whilst trying to improve your level of mobility and fitness. After approximately 60
minutes we shall break for a well earned tea or coffee, provided free of charge.
CHESHUNT and WARE CYCLE GROUP
Stewart Wagstaff 01992 624706
All three of our cycling groups are being well supported. We have a moderate, easyride and a “very
easyride”. See cycling table or phone for details. The cycling group will continue to meet every
Wednesday over winter, to explore the Lea Valley Park and beyond. The group is hoping to try out
the Olympic Veladrome once it opens to the public in 2014.
CONCERTS
Ann POWELL
New events – Still to be decided, suggestions would be great.
079710 33181
CRAFT - CARDS
Betty WARREN
This group is now up and running again. All are welcome to join.
01992 637988
CRIBBAGE
Jenny CHRISTIAN 01992 306859
Crib, every Tuesday afternoon 2 - 4pm. Please ring Jenny Christian for more details.
DISCUSSION TOPICAL
Rachel LARMAN 01992 636034
2nd Thursday every month, 2 – 4pm. New members welcome, have a topical
discussion on any subject you like, it’s your choice.
EAT YOUR WAY AROUND THE WORLD
Mary
Please see Mary in Main Hall for details of next meal.
01992 426341
EXERCISE GROUP - KEEPING FIT
Mary
01992426341
Wolsey Hall, Every Thursday 9.30 am for registration. Registration 9.45a.m, class
runs from 10am - 11am. These sessions are run by a fully qualified instructor whose
aim is to ensure that we all have fun whilst trying to get fit. All activities are suitable
for people of different fitness levels and both men and women are welcome to join.
No class Thursday 17th April.
EXPLORING LONDON 1
Eileen FUNNELL 01992 422475
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Wednesday 16 April Visit to Warburtons
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Tuesday 29 April Visit to Warburtons
Please ensure you are aware of all the health/safety/security conditions. Please check
with Mike Knights.
Thursday 15th MayRoyal Air Force Museum, Hendon
Next Planning Meeting Friday 4th April – 1045 a.m. Cheshunt Free Church.
EXPLORING LONDON 2
Linda GOLLOP
01992 629209
and Rosemary Trundell 01992 621155
Thursday 10th April 2014 - London Walk (Jewish Quarter)
Wednesday 7th May 2014 - Strawberry Hill House
Planning meeting every 3rd Friday of the month at the Green Dragon Pub,
Churchgate, Cheshunt 1 – 2pm
EXPLORING LONDON 3
Shirley Newton 01992 678571
The date of the next planning meeting will be Wednesday April 2nd at 11.15a.m. at
The Green Dragon.
Trips: Wednesday 16th April - Visit to Westminster Abbey.
Wednesday 21st May - Tour of the Globe Theatre
FAMILY HISTORY
Rena KING
01992 631826
Our group meets every third Monday of the month at the Green Dragon Pub,
Churchgate, Cheshunt from 2pm-4pm. We now have access to a computer and
internet access. This means we can instantly log on to the popular family history
websites and help everyone with their research problems. New members always
welcome, just turn up and bring along with you any notes/certificates you want to
discuss.
FLY FISHING for TROUT
Further details at monthly meeting.
Mike HANNEY
01992 426341
GERMAN
Jess 0750 7570343
Every Tuesday at the Green Dragon, Tuesdays 2-4pm. New members welcome, you
can join in at any time. If you are interested, contact Jess, 07507570343.
HOME GARDENING
Mike Knights mknightsu3a@yahoo.co.uk
From the April monthly meeting, there will be no table. Please contact by email or
turn up on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 1.30pm in the Prescott Lounge, Wolsey
Hall.
LAUGH YOUR PAINS AWAY Carol FARREN 01992 629028/ Ann POWELL
01707889189.
Come and join us and have a good laugh discussing our various ailments in an
informal way over a cup of tea/coffee and biscuits. This used to be known as the
Ailments Group - but we really don't sit and "moan", we sit and have a laugh about
our various aches & pains - most of which are associated with getting older! The
next meeting is Thursday 10th April, 10 – 12noon at the Green Dragon Pub, (opposite
St Mary's Church, Churchgate, Cheshunt) in the upstairs room.
LINE DANCING
Carol FARREN
01992 629028
Wormley Community Centre. Mondays: Beginners 9.30 to 10.30am (need to have
some experience) and Improvers 10.45 to 11.45am. Fridays: Easy Improvers/Social
Dancing 10 – 12.
NEW***** Complete Beginners Class, Mondays 12 to
12.45pm. Ring Carol FARREN or see her at her line dancing table.
Our Monday and Friday groups raised a fantastic sum of £369 for the Marie Curie.
It took half an hour at each session to call the raffle, because they were all so
generous with their donations and nearly everyone won a prize. Well done to all of
you!!
MODEL MAKING
Jack SNARY
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1 Wednesday of the month, 2pm, Green Dragon, Churchgate
01992 638046
MORNING WALKS
Rob SCOTT
01992 445288
Our next walk will start at 10.00am on Tuesday 8th April from the Candlestick pub,
West End Lane, Essendon. AL9 6BA. Grid Ref 263083. It will be a 6 mile circular
walk on good paths (although there is one area that is a little boggy). There is parking
at the pub, for those wishing to eat there after the walk; otherwise parking needs to be
along the road outside. There are a number of routes from Cheshunt, i.e. through
Hammond Street and Newgate Street or via Cuffley. If anyone has difficulty in
finding the start, they can contact me on 075944 27190 for help.
NEEDLECRAFT
Lilian ADAMS 01992 637311 (between 10am - 4pm only)
We shall be meeting on Thursday 3rd April from 2 - 4pm in the Garden Room at
Wolsey Hall, as usual. Bring along your knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, tapestry,
weaving, embroidery, patchwork etc. Help on hand. On the other hand, just come and
watch and join in the chatter. All for £3.00!!
OUT TO LUNCH GROUP (FORMERLY PUB LUNCH GROUP)
Mary 01992 426341
Jess 07507570343
Please see Mary in the Main Hall for next event.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Derek Webster
07712 675105
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The next Meeting is on Wednesday 16 April 2014 at the Green Dragon pub,
Churchgate, Cheshunt 2-4 pm.
PILATES
Jess
07507570343
Pilates Group meets on a THURSDAY morning 11 - 12noon, at the Cheshunt Club,
Albany Ride, Cheshunt. A friendly group with a qualified tutor, who will adapt the
exercises to your health/capabilities. Please bring an exercise mat or thick towel with
you. £3 per session paid monthly in advance. Anyone having difficulty getting from
Crossbrook Street up to the Club let me know and I can pick you up from outside the
Roman Urn Pub. New members very welcome. Come and talk to Jess at the monthly
meeting or give her a ring on her mobile.
RETAIL THERAPY
Ann POWELL
Shopping trip to Cambridge Wednesday 4th June.
079710 33181
SAILING
Geoff BROWN
01992 468031
We sail every Tuesday at Broxbourne Sailing Club as part of Hertford and District
U3A Sailing Group. The Group is now full but there is a waiting list so if you are
interested give Geoff Brown a ring on 01992 468031.
SHORT MAT BOWLS
Lionel BANNISTER
In Wolsey Hall. Fortnightly 1.45pm – 4pm. Cost £3.40 per session or £3.10 if Friends
of Civic Hall. The charge to use the short mat bowls equipment at Wolsey Hall is
levied by the council, over which we have no control. Date for April; Friday 4th. If
possible arrive at 1.45pm for registration.
SHORT WALKS
Bill NEVARD
01992 633959
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Friday 11 April 10.15am for 10.30am start. Meet at Turnford Brook Car Park.
SINGING FOR FUN Contact Yvonne Tebbutt 01992 620812 or Terry Richardson
01992 626001 Singing for pleasure group meet on Mondays 2pm to 3.30 pm at
Cheshunt Free Church; anybody can join in, no auditions, just come along and give
us a try. £3 per session. See us at the monthly meetings. No sessions on 5th and 26th
May.
SPANISH LESSONS
Jess
0750 7570343
Every Wednesday at the Knightleys Hall, Mill Lane, Cheshunt. 2pm-4pm. People
who have put their names on our waiting list, please ring Jess for more details.
SATURDAY LUNCH GROUP
Pat TOWERS 01992 303860
Our lunch group is going very well. Next lunch is as follows:
The Bulls Head, Turnford, Saturday 5th April 1pm. This lunch will normally be held
on the 1st Saturday of each month.
SUNDAY LUNCH GROUP
Pat TOWERS 01992 303860
Lunch will usually be held on the 3rd Sunday of the month. Not this month as it is
Easter. Please talk to Pat Towers for more details.
TAP DANCING Diane POPE 01992632829/Maureen WOOLLARD 01992621939
Weekly - Tuesdays St Mary's Church House, Churchgate, Cheshunt. Advanced class
10.30–11.30. Beginners class, 11.30 – 12.30. See Diane for more information.
THAI CHI
aaron@avsweb.co.uk
Aaron Whittaker will be on a table today taking names of anybody that might like to
join in with this activity. At Cheshunt Free Church, every Wednesday from 2pm.
THEATRE GROUP
Pam CRAWFORD 01992 308413
16th August at the Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury "ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS"
the award-winning, smash-hit National Theatre production - a mixture of songs,
slapstick and glittering one-liners. Price £42.00.
15th December BRICK LANE MUSIC HALL. Popular venue. Excellent three
course Xmas lunch with coffee or tea, followed by a spectacular ”Xmas Wonderland"
show. Not to be missed. Limited amount of tickets available at £56.50.
WATERCOLOUR GROUP
Sid KING
01992 711617
GREAT NEWS THE WAITING IS OVER. At long last we have a lady that has
joined Cheshunt U3A and is willing to run a second Watercolour Group. Don't
delay, sign today. Go to the Watercolour Table and get your name down. This is the
first time since May 2013 that we have been able to increase the numbers, so don't
miss the chance.
WATERCOLOUR GROUP 2
Maureen HAMILTON 01707 872611
First meeting 9th April 10.30/12.30, Garden room, Wolsey Hall. Then every 2nd and
4th Wednesday monthly.
KNIT and NATTER with Shirley Webb (01992 424693) Now every Tuesday at the
Royal Legion, Crossbrook Street. From 1pm to 3pm. Cost £1.
SCRABBLE 01992 633241 Every Monday 12.30pm Cost: £2.00, Beaumont Centre.
Rowlands Fields, Turners Hill, Cheshunt.
WHIST
Every Tuesday 1.30pm-4pm at the Beaumont Centre £2.50
BOOKSTALL, PUZZLES & RAFFLE
If you wish to donate books and puzzles to help raise funds please bring them along to the monthly
meeting. A raffle for valuable prizes will also be held at each monthly meeting. ****PRIZE
VALUES TO BE INCREASED AGAIN FROM MARCH***
THE CHESHUNT U3A COMMITTEE
CHAIRMAN
MICHAEL KNIGHTS mknightsu3a@yahoo.uk
VICE CHAIRMAN
MALCOLM LUFF
01992 621543
TREASURER
ROB SCOTT
01992 445288
SECRETARY
TONI WALSH
01992 428129
ASSISTANT SECRETARY
MARILYN GOULD
0208 529 3697
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY
JANICE SEIBERT
01992 425696
SPEAKER SECRETARY
SUE ALLUM
01992 307019
GROUPS CO-ORDINATOR
PAT TOWERS
01992 303860
PROGRAMME PRODUCTION
BARRIE GALE
01992 632094
RUG CO-ORDINATOR
JEAN WARDROP
01992 632641
WEBSITE CO-ORDINATOR
STEVE GOLLOP
01992 629209
RAFFLE ORGANISER
LESLEY BURNHAM
01992 445938
U3A NETWORK REP.
CAROL HILL
01992 302722
COMMITTEE MEMBER
CAROL FARREN
01992 629028
CO-OPTED MEMBERS
BETTY WARREN
01992 637988
ANN POWELL
01707 889189