Group Category: Arts & Crafts
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Sewing/Dressmaking
The group aims to bring together people who are keen to improve their sewing and dressmaking skills. We meet every 4 weeks in The Methodist Church which has plenty of tables for cutting out and electric plugs if you bring your own sewing machine. We all work on our own individual projects but there is… Read more
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Needlework 2
Bring your own needlework cross stitch knitting, embroidery, crochet or anything else. There is a chance to share and learn new skills. Please see the Needlework 1 page for examples of Needlework Group 1 and 2's joint work including our contribution to the u3a 40th anniversary Quilt If you would like to join us and… Read more
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Needlework 1
Bring your own needlework. Cross stitch, knitting, embroidery crochet or anything else. There is a chance to share and learn new skills. Two members of the sewing group, Jane C and Ann F, contributed winning squares to the u3a's 40th anniversary quilt. The unveiling ceremony was in Manchester during June. Below is Jane's report: u3a… Read more
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Art Appreciation
We meet monthly to discuss a variety of artists /works of art using a theme which we each research before the meeting eg Children, Isolation, Celebration etc. We meet at the leader's house and share news over a cup of coffee too . Each theme is decided a month ahead when we are together and… Read more
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Film
We are a friendly, informal band of film fans who meet on the third Wednesday of each month at 2.00pm. We enjoy cuppas and biscuits and lots of good chat, not necessarily all about the film choices, which include a fair portion of turkeys as well as classic movies and obscure cinematic gems from all… Read more
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Antiques
Our activities include visits to Antiques Centres, Antiques Shops, Stately Homes and Museums. Read more
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Art
The Art group meets weekly on Thursday from 10am – 12noon in the Methodist Church, Lower Hall. We are a group of amateur artists who bring our materials and work on our individual projects. The aim of the group is to develop our skills and knowledge in drawing and painting, from the beginner to the… Read more