Horsley U3A

13/10/2026

Interested in Curling.


The Curling Rink at Tunbridge is now open.

If anyone would like to attend a session this winter please contact [email protected]

10/10/2026

From Gunpowder to Heathland: Walking with the Walking 2 Group

The ‘Walking 2’ group enjoyed a lovely walk from the Percy Arms in Chilworth on Tuesday. The weather was great for walking; dry and not too warm with blue skies. The walk went along part of the 'Gunpowder trail' and into Albury before climbing steadily and then across heath and farmland onto Blackheath before returning to Chilworth. We ended the walk back at The Percy Arms where we had a very pleasant meal. Thank you Tim for leading this walk and arranging the pub lunch.

If you would like to join the ‘Walking 2’ group please contact Helen Austin at [email protected]

There is also information about the group on the Horsley u3a website https://www.horsleyu3a.org.uk/index.php/activity-groups

06/10/2026

04/10/2026

Selected National u3a Online Events

A history of the world according to sheep

Join Alan Freeland to discover how sheep, wool and the wool trade have shaped British history, built fortunes, influenced society and even helped win wars.

Monday 5th October 2pm - 3.30pm. Free – online via Zoom.

Darkness on the edge of town:
Bruce Springsteen and the American dream

Chris Dowrick explores how Bruce Springsteen turned personal alienation into a musical mission to expose the gap between the American dream and reality.

Thursday 8th October 2pm - 3.30pm. Free - online via Zoom.

Your guide to feeling connected in a digital world

Join Helen from AbilityNet to build confidence online and discover simple, safe ways to stay connected, make friends and communicate with others using technology.

Tuesday 13th October 2pm - 3.30m. Free - online via Zoom.

Delivered to your door:
the complexities of efficient parcel delivery

John of u3a Let's Talk Tech explores how supply chains, predictive algorithms, and boots-on-the-ground operations enable parcel delivery.

Wednesday 21st October 1pm – 2.30pm. Free - online via Zoom.

The history of pirate radio

Nick Bailey, Bingham u3a member, will be giving an illustrated talk about his time on board the original pirate ship Radio Caroline. (u3a Rewind).

Friday 30th October 10am – 11.30am. Free - online via Zoom.

For more information and updates on recent Horsley u3a activities please visit our website.

04/10/2026

What’s On - October

Take a look at events and activities open to all Horsley u3a members this month:

Film Group

The Penguin Lessons
2024 Comedy/Drama 1h 50m.
Stars: Steve Coogan, Jonathan Pryce, Bruno Blas

Friday 2nd October 7pm - 9pm in the Millennium Room, East Horsley Village Hall. £2 charge to cover expenses.

W**e Appreciation Group

An Evening of Italian Specialities

The Group is hosting an evening of Italian w**e and food presented by Orindi’s Deli. Roberto will present six Italian w**es accompanied by a delicious selection of Italian home-made delicacies.

Thursday 8th October 7.30pm - 9.30pm at the East Horsley Village Hall. £15 per head. Email Peter Warburton for more information and to book.

Network Study Day

World Affairs in Middle East & Africa:
Iran, Saudi Arabia, South Africa & Nigeria

Presented by Steve Bird
Lecturer on Military History & Current Affairs

Friday 16th October 9.30am - 4pm at The Menuhin Hall, Stoke d'Abernon or via Zoom. Cost: Member £12 Guest £15 At Door £15 Online £7.

Technology Briefing
(1) Online Safety - How to Avoid Being Scammed
(2) Demonstration of AI

We have arranged for Trading Standards officers to provide guidance on how to keep yourself safe online, and avoid being scammed.

Colin Bell will also give a demonstration of the use of AI (artificial intelligence). Something we will all benefit from !

Friday 23rd October 10.15am- 12.30pm at East Horsley Village Hall. Free to Horsley u3a members and guests.

History Group

The Battle of Midway
by Peter Warburton

Tuesday 27th October 4pm- 5.30pm at East Horsley Village Hall or via Zoom. £2 charge to cover expenses.

Monthly Meeting

I Spy London:
a secret world of deceit,spooks and danger
by Helen Naylor

Wednesday 28th October 9.45am - 12pm at East Horsley Village Hall (complimentary tea and coffee) or via Zoom. Free to members.

04/10/2026

Tours available to book next autumn 2027


We have four tours available to book next autumn 2027 (see below). Please email the Travel Club to register your interest. More information will be available at the next Travel Club meeting on the 19th November.

MARRAKECH & THE ATLAS MOUNTAINS

6 days Riviera Travel £1349 pp fully escorted

18 - 23 October 2027 5 nights Grand Plaza Hotel half board

ELESS PROVENCE

8 days 19 - 26 September 2027 RIVIERA TRAVEL £1829pp fully escorted

Mercure Beaumanoir Hotel Aix-en-Provence for 7 nights bed and breakfast also 3 dinners



GERMANY

Titan Tours. Fully escorted

9 nights12~21October 2027 £2995pp



IRONBRIDGE

7th September 2027 staying at the Telford Hotel Spa and Golf Resort for 3 nights arranged for the Horsley U3A by Travel Editions

Costs tbc depending on interest

04/10/2026

U3A Theatre Trip
18th February 2027 @ The Mill At Sonning
Matinee. Ticket £70 (Includes coach)
BOX OFFICE - Jill Davis @ [email protected]


Prepare for an evening of irresistible comedy as P.G.
Wodehouse’s much-loved characters spring gloriously
to life in this ingenious stage adaptation. Directed by
Sally Hughes, this delightfully inventive production
promises an evening of laughter, mischief and
thoroughly entertaining escapism.

When Bertie Wooster finds himself caught in a whirlwind of romantic complications,formidable aunts and impossible predicaments, only his unflappable valet, Jeeves, can
hope to restore order. What follows is a whirlwind of theatrical invention, quick-fire comedy and wonderfully eccentric characters.

The coach will be leaving Bishopsmead at 10.15am for the second pickup outside the Meridiana, leaving Horsley at 10.30am.
The Mill are now “outsourcing” their catering and I can organise a light lunch with their caterers, for those who would like it. Cost to be advised.

22/09/2026

Monday Walking Group

This month the Monday Walking group went to Leith Hill near Coldharbour, just south of Dorking.

The walk was approximately 4 miles long, exploring the National Trust land on the hill itself and the countryside below.

There was a steep ascent to the tower at the top of the hill at the start of the walk where there was a lovely lady in the tower selling coffee and cake.

20/09/2026

MONTHLY MEETING
WEDNESDAY 30th SEPTEMBER 2026
EAST HORSLEY VILLAGE HALL

Doors open 09.45 am. Tea and coffee will be available.

This month’s speakers Chris and Denise Arthey will present “Highway 35 - meeting disaster head on with hope”. Hear the remarkable and inspirational story of this couple’s recovery and journey from a devastating motorcycle accident in the USA. It is an account of astounding personal strength and fighting spirit, of depth and integrity of relationship and uncompromising faith in the face of the most difficult of challenges.

The presentation begins at 10.30 am - on Wednesday 30th September, not the usual 4th Wednesday on 24th September. Apologies for any confusion this may cause.

I look forward to seeing as many members as possible.

Best wishes,
Andy Gibson
Chairman

16/09/2026

The Travel Group Committee extends a warm welcome
to ALL Members of Horsley U3A

Thursday 17th September at 8pm


The next Travel Club meeting will be this coming Thursday 17th September. Doors open at 7.45pm for a prompt start at 8pm

This months speakers are:

Colin Bell who is recounting the amazing trip to Slovenia the cycle group did back in June and Tony Millership who will be speaking about recent travels in Colombia .

Do come and join us and enjoy a glass of w**e with fellow travellers. Tea and coffee will also be served in the interval.

Forthcoming trips to Ironbridge and on into 2028 will also be discussed.
£3 entry per person and donations for w**e.