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Recent Events

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Thursday 28th November 2024
Meeting

Mike King will give a humorous talk about The Shed!

There is so much more to sheds than storage space. In this brief and amiable discourse, Mike looks beyond the wonky door or rusty hinges and seeks to reveal both […]
Venue: Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall

Wednesday 27th November 2024
12:30 pm
Social

Christmas Lunch

This year, the Ashtead u3a Christmas Lunch will be a two-course Carvery meal at Tyrells Wood Golf Club. A full menu will be on display at the September meeting and tickets […]
Venue: Tyrell's Wood Golf Club
Cost: £35
Booking Required

Friday 15th November 2024
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Study Day

Understanding Lowry: The Man, His Life & His Works

Presented by Maria Chester, Arts Society Lecturer & Berwick Visual Arts Researcher. Coffee/tea and biscuits are included  but attendees should bring a packed lunch. Booking Form
Venue: Yehudi Menuhin School
Cost: £12 (£15 for non-members)
Booking Required

Thursday 7th November 2024
Meeting

Police info about scams followed by Alan Doig talking about Great Ormond Street Hospital.

The meeting will start with information from the police about Scams. This is particularly useful at this time of year when we tend to do more shopping online in the […]
Venue: Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall

Friday 18th October 2024
Study Day

The history of Photography and Modern Developments

Presented by Roger Mendham, President of Surrey Photographic Association Booking form
Venue: Yehudi Menuhin School
Booking Required

Friday 18th October 2024
3:50 pm
Outing

Theatre visit - Lord of the Dance

Theatre visit to see Lord of the Dance at the Woking Theatre. Coach leaves Pond at 15.50 and APMH at 16.00.  Just 36 tickets available, on sale at the July 4th Meeting.  
Venue: New Victoria Theatre Woking
Cost: £70
Booking Required

Thursday 3rd October 2024
Meeting

Andrew Baker talking about the history of Newcastle.

Andrew Baker talking about the history of Newcastle.
Venue: Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall

Wednesday 25th September 2024
Outing

A visit to the English Martyrs Church at…

A visit to the English Martyrs Church at Goring-by-Sea to see "the Sistine ceiling". Afterwards we will travel to Worthing where you can choose to have lunch or bring sandwiches […]
Venue: English Martyrs Catholic Church

Friday 20th September 2024
Study Day

Understanding AI and its Repercussions for Society, Now…

Understanding AI and its Repercussions for Society, Now and in the FuturePresented by Russell Whitworth, Ian Hawker, Peter Lord, Andrew Rogoyski & Alan Freeland. You can book this Study Day […]
Venue: Yehudi Menuhin School
Booking Required

Thursday 1st August 2024
Meeting

NB no meeting in August

NB no meeting in August

Thursday 18th July 2024
Outing

Visit to Bletchley Park

Visit to Bletchley Park, leaving Ashtead at 8.45. Once the top-secret home of the World War Two code-breakers, this is now a vibrant heritage attraction. Step back in time to […]
Venue: Bletchley Park

Tuesday 9th July 2024
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Social

Social event for new members

New members who have joined since 23rd Feb 2023 are invited to a social event, refreshments provided. Group leaders are also invited to Thank You for the work you do […]
Venue: St Michael's Church

Thursday 4th July 2024
Meeting

Graham Grist talking about Commonwealth War Graves.

Graham Grist talking about Commonwealth War Graves. Please note that the timings of this meeting will be slightly later due to voting for the general election being held in the […]
Venue: Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall

Saturday 22nd June 2024
Social

Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall celebrates its 100 years…

Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall celebrates its 100 years since being founded. A Centenary Open Day is being held on Saturday 22nd June, from 0945 am. This isn't a u3a event […]
Venue: Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall

Friday 21st June 2024
Study Day

Science Day - Rainforests/Evolution and Music/Colour

Science Day - Rainforests/Evolution and Music/Colour Presented by Dr David T Jones, Natural History Museum and Andrew Hanson, National Physical Laboratory
Venue: Yehudi Menuhin School

Saturday 8th June 2024
Other

Stall at Village Day.

Stall at Village Day. Ashtead u3a will be having a tombola again in aid of MND. Prizes can be donated either at the monthly meeting or at 23 Harriotts Lane. […]

Thursday 6th June 2024
Meeting

Helen Naylor talking about Sir Christopher Wren -…

Helen Naylor talking about Sir Christopher Wren - science, domes & spires. Helen has presented hundreds of talks and they are twinned with bespoke walking tours in Westminster, focusing on […]
Venue: Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall

Tuesday 4th June 2024
Outing

A visit to Longleat including a drive through…

A visit to Longleat including a drive through the Safari park. Coach leaves Ashtead at 9 am. Cost £60, OR with a guided tour of the house £70. This trip […]