Group Category: General
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Photography
We are an informal, friendly and flexible group. There is no expectation to turn up for every meeting. Just drop in as and when you can, and you will be made very welcome. None of us are experts, but some of us are very experienced photographers while others are snappers. It doesn’t matter what your… Read more
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Petanque
We've started a group to play this fun and very sociable sport (Otherwise known as "French Boules") which is very easy for anyone to learn but takes an age to perfect. Boules and all equipment can be supplied. We'll be playing occasionally at local venues and if you'd like to join us, please contact Mike,… Read more
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Latin
All those taking part are competent, even excellent, Latinists, and together we read works of Latin literature, often poetry such as Ovid's works, to which we have recently turned our attention. It is open to any member with sufficient proficiency in the language to be able to understand and enjoy the literature we study. We… Read more
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Literature
In this group we choose a theme, which can range over literature of all kinds - novels, biography, poetry and plays. This year we've been reading literature between the wars, 1920s and 30s. It has been very popular, as there are many great writers and novels/drama we had not read before, such as Jean Rhys’… Read more
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Long Walks Group
This popular group has now completed over 100 walks of 7-10 miles in both London and the nearby countryside. Walks, with rare exceptions, go ahead whatever the weather and we enjoy a companionable packed lunch all year round. This is a group for regular walkers and the pace is moderate. These all-day walks take place the third Friday of… Read more
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Meditation
All welcome ! It is a non-judgemental mindfulness relaxation session to connect with mind body spirit focusing on breath, visualisation and body scan for wellbeing to experience peace within. Tea / coffee and cake are served within the hour. We meet in Eden Court (313, Battersea Park Road) which is next to Battersea Park Library.… Read more
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History - Ancient
Next meeting 3rd Sept On April 16th 2026 we shall start what will almost certainly be a year long review of the ancient Roman civilisation from around 700BC to 476AD (fall of the western Roman Empire) . New members are welcome to join us on what will be a fascinating and really enjoyable journey into… Read more
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History - Family
The group, which includes members at all stages of research into Family History, meets from 10.00 am to 12.00 noon on the second Tuesday of the month via Zoom. We will also have "Practical" meetings (computers available) at a time & location to be confirmed. with plenty of help available and opportunities for demonstrations or… Read more
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History - Local
Our Local History Group is one where we pool our resources and learn from each other, allowing members to participate as much as they feel able to, and having the chance to suggest future subjects. Some of us look up and share information from the internet. Meetings are on Zoom. Contact the Group Co-ordinator using… Read more
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Knitting /Crochet
This is a friendly group of experienced knitters and crocheters alongside those refreshing their skills or leaning new ones. At our meetings we work on our own projects as well as for charities and good causes. We do not hold classes but there are hands to help you through those difficult patterns. We meet at… Read more