Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Walking netball group. We begin with some stretches and warm-up drills, and we practise our passing, catching and shooting skills. Back to Groups Page Walking netball Venue : Russell Howard Park, (Netball Court No 1), St Andrew’s Road,RG22 6PT Date : Every Tuesday Time : 12:00 - 13:00 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Everyone welcome – come along and have some fun! We begin with some stretches and warm-up drills, and we practise our passing, catching and shooting skills. There’s usually time for some matchplay, and we finish with a cool-down and final stretch. Nothing serious, but plenty of laughter!

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Short mat bowls group. Fun, friendly, good exercise, sociable and very easy to play.  Runs from October to March.  First time players are welcome but numbers are currently restricted to 18 per session.  Players must wear flat soled shoes that must be changed into at the venue. Back to Groups Page Short mat bowls Venue: Hook Bowling Club, Bowling Green Lane, Hook, RG27 9TZ Date: 1st & 3rd Monday Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Fun, friendly, good exercise, sociable and very easy to play. Runs from the end of September to March. First time players are welcome but numbers are currently restricted to 18 per session. Players must wear flat soled shoes that must be changed into at the venue.

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Cinema group. 🎬 Join the Basingstoke Cinema Society! 🎬 Are you tired of watching movies solo in your pajamas? Want to turn popcorn into a social sport? Look no further! Every month, we’ll hit the Vue in Basingstoke for a cinematic adventure — from blockbuster thrills to indie gems. After the credits roll, we won’t be hanging around the cinema. Instead, we’ll meet at an arranged venue nearby for a cheeky chat over refreshments, because what’s better than dissecting plot twists and debating character choices with fellow film fanatics? Whether you’re a film buff or just in it for the snacks, all are welcome to join our reelly fun group. Lights, camera, social action! Back to Groups Page Cinema Venue: Vue Cinema Basingstoke Date and Time Varies Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings 🎬 Join the Basingstoke Cinema Society! 🎬 Are you tired of watching movies solo in your pajamas? Want to turn popcorn into a social sport? Look no further! Every month, we’ll hit the Vue in Basingstoke for a cinematic adventure — from blockbuster thrills to indie gems. After the credits roll, we won’t be hanging around the cinema. Instead, we’ll meet at an arranged venue nearby for a cheeky chat over refreshments, because what’s better than dissecting plot twists and debating character choices with fellow film fanatics? Whether you’re a film buff or just in it for the snacks, all are welcome to join our reel-ly fun group. Lights, camera, social action! 🍿✨

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Pickleball group. Pickleball is a relatively new sport in the UK but is quickly becoming very popular. The game, which combines elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis fosters mobility, fitness and good physical and mental health. Back to Groups Page Pickleball * This Group has a waiting list for new members at present * Venue: Totally Tennis, War Memorial Park, Crossborough Hill, RG21 4AG Date: Every Thursday Time: 14.00 to 16.00 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Pickleball is a relatively new sport in the UK but is quickly becoming very popular. The game, which combines elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis fosters mobility, fitness and good physical and mental health. The unique feature of the game is that it can be learned in minutes without extensive coaching. However, once you start playing, skills can be improved gradually to a good standard. The rules are designed to limit aggressive play and to encourage placement and tactics above strength and power. This makes the game perfectly suited to any age group, including older players, since it is quick to learn the basics, games last for minutes and skills can be developed over time. We have eight courts at Totally Tennis and play doubles, so up to 32 players at a time. Games are limited to around 10 to 12 minutes, so any “sitting out” is limited. If you come by car, there is free parking but DO NOT park in one of the numbered spaces along one side of the car park - you run the risk of getting a parking ticket. If you want to learn more, go to the internet where you will find many videos and other resources about the game, or follow the link on the right to Totally Tennis. The mantra of pickleball, like u3a, is fun and friendship.

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Wooly Crafters group. We are a very friendly group, so there is a lot of chatter and laughter while knitting, crocheting, drinking tea / coffee.  Back to Groups Page Wooly Crafters Venue: Hatch Warren Community Centre, Longcross Lane, Hatch Warren, Basingstoke, RG22 4XF Day: Alternate Tuesdays starting 1st September 2026 Time: 10.00 – 12.00 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings We are a very friendly group, so there is a lot of chatter and laughter while knitting, crocheting, drinking tea / coffee. The emphasis is on having fun and socialising whilst enjoying our hobbies and learning new skills. Bring along your own project and if you need help, there is always someone willing to assist or teach new techniques. We occasionally work on a project together e.g. Jane Austen panel, Christmas decorations. Quotes from members: ‘Everyone welcome and lots of tips and ideas’ ‘Friendly and inclusive. Always lots of chatter and laughter.’ ‘Helpful to each other’ From a new member ‘ Wow, what an amazing experience. Lovely people from a variety of backgrounds and wooly crafting interests.’ The Wooly Crafter's group runs on the same lines as the Needle and Pins group and members can only belong to one of the groups. This is to ensure we have enough places for all members who want to join.

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Board games group. New board games like Scotland Yard and The Great Game of Britain, and old favourites such as Yahtzee Back to Groups Page Board games Board Games 1 - Venue : St. Andrew’s Church , South Ham, RG22 6ER Click here for website Date : One Tuesday a month - The meeting dates for 2026 are: July 7th August 4th September 1st October 13th November 10th December 8th Time : 13:30 - 15:30 Board Games 2 - Venue : T he Tavern Gaming Cafe London St, Basingstoke RG21 7NY (inside the Red Lion Hotel) Date: One Tuesday a month - Meeting dates for 2026 are: June 23rd July 21st August 16th September 15th and 29th October 27th November 24th December 22nd Time: 1st group 1200-1430, 2nd group 1430-1700 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Board Games 1 If your memory of board games is Snakes and Ladders or Ludo then the Board Games 1 group can introduce you to a variety of modern games which are fun to play and interesting. Favourites include Scotland Yard and The Great Game of Britain but we have many more. If you’d like to come along to see what we play then contact the group leader to find out when the next meeting is likely to be. Get some practice in ready to beat the grandchildren! Board Games 2 The group will play some of the old family favourites such as Yahtzee or learn more recent games e.g. Ticket to Ride. Get Bit, or Herd Mentality are guaranteed to make you laugh. The objective is to play lots of shorter games in the session rather than the more complicated strategic games. You may find games you want to share with family and friends. The group leader will guide you through the games and make it easy to understand the rules.

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Pop the Question? group. We will be featuring our popular format of music clips and picture round Back to Groups Page Pop the Question? Date: 4th Wednesday of each month Time: 2pm till 4pm Venue: Sherborne St John Village Hall, Kiln Road, Sherborne St John, Basingstoke RG24 9HR Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Sherborne St John Village Hall We will be featuring our popular format of music clips and picture round: Music Clips 60’s – 90’s including from the charts, movies, TV and adverts. Following feedback from the group on general knowledge questions we will be including music clips in this round together with questions on Radio 1 & 2 DJ’s. Each team playing on the day will have the opportunity to challenge the presenters with their pop music questions for bonus points. As always we have lots of audience participation, laughing and in October we have two birthdays to celebrate during our tea/coffee break. Played in teams of four or more, bring some friends and make your own team up

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Understanding legislation group. Have you been frustrated by the complexities of legislation?  If so, you might be interested in joining this group to look at ways to improve legislation and give constructive feedback to our law makers.  Whether you're from the legal sector, the police, or simply a concerned citizen, you can contribute to the “Improving Legislation” group.  Our goal is to review and revise outdated or poorly written laws with the help of a large volunteer community. Back to Groups Page Understanding legislation Venue : Member's Home Date : 2nd Thursday of each month, October to July. Time : 2-4pm Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Have you been frustrated by the complexities of legislation? If so, you might be interested in joining this group to look at ways to improve legislation and give constructive feedback to our law makers. Whether you're from the legal sector, the police, or simply a concerned citizen, you can contribute to the “Improving Legislation” group. Our goal is to review and revise outdated or poorly written laws with the help of a large volunteer community. Work has already been done to propose improved guidelines to improve legislation propose some improvements to existing legislation collate information on global efforts to enhance legislation Ready to join? This group was only recently formed in 2025 and operates in a different way to most other U3A groups in that we study particular pieces of legislation that are of interest and work together to propose how it can be improved.

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Ballroom dancing group. Our group learns Ballroom and Latin American Dances. After a brief warm-up to music at the beginning of the session, tuition is given in new figures from one particular dance (usually repeated over a few weeks) and we then have an opportunity to practise what we have learned. Back to Groups Page Ballroom dancing Venue : Royal British Legion, Old Basing, RG24 7DN Click here for website Date : Every Friday Time : 13:30 - 15:30 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Our group learns Ballroom and Latin American Dances . After a brief warm-up to music at the beginning of the session, tuition is given in new figures from one particular dance (usually repeated over a few weeks) and we then have an opportunity to practise what we have learned. There is a short break for refreshments (bring your own). Time is also allocated for revision and further practice of other dances. The classes are very relaxed and sociable, and the group welcomes couples of all abilities. Anyone without a partner will usually need to find a dancing partner with similar dancing experience before applying to join the Ballroom Dancing Group.

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Literature - old and new group. We are a group of readers who discuss one book a month. The selection of ten books is made by proposal and vote in early summer. We alternate between a classic novel and a more modern one. One member gives a short introduction to get us started. It is not essential to finish the book; your opinions are still welcome. Back to Groups Page Literature - old and new Venue : Zoom Date : 4th Thursday of the month Time : 10:00 - 11:30 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings We are a group of readers who discuss one book a month. The selection of ten books is made by proposal and vote in early summer. We alternate between a classic novel and a more modern one. One member gives a short introduction to get us started. It is not essential to finish the book; your opinions are still welcome. We don’t meet in December or August so sometimes the books for January and September are a little longer. This is an opportunity to try out books you might not have thought to read. You never know, you might discover a new author to indulge in! Here is the list for the next year: FEB: The Secret Agent by Joseph Conrad MAR: The Golden Lion of Granpere by Anthony Trollope APR: Close to Death by Anthony Horowitz MAY: The War of the Worlds by H.G.Wells JUN: If we were Villains by M.L.Rio. JUL: An Eye for an Eye by Anthony Trollope SEP: The Seventh Son by Sebastian Faulkes Here is the list for the next year: FEB: The Secret Agent by Joseph Conrad MAR: The Golden Lion of Granpere by Anthony Trollope APR: Close to Death by Anthony Horowitz MAY: The War of the Worlds by H.G.Wells JUN: If we were Villains by M.L.Rio. JUL: An Eye for an Eye by Anthony Trollope SEP: The Seventh Son by Sebastian Faulkes

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Members on their own group. When you are on your own, it can be quite daunting walking into an event by yourself, not knowing anyone. By joining our group, we hope to help you by introducing you to other members who are on their own. Back to Groups Page Members on their own Meetings are as arranged Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings When you are on your own, it can be quite daunting walking into an event by yourself, not knowing anyone. By joining our group, we hope to help you by introducing you to other members who are on their own. We meet on various days of the week, so as to try not to exclude anyone. We usually meet twice a month for coffee or tea in local venues (garden centres, cafes, etc), plus occasional lunches, suppers and individual visits to National Trust properties, gardens, etc. It's up to you - it's your group. We don't organise coach trips, as there is a thriving Excursions and Holidays group within our u3a. There is only so much time in the day, so we rely on members of the group to make suggestions and be the contact point for that activity. To this end, we circulate a diary to members of the group, detailing what events have been proposed, which will contain your email address, for members to contact you for more information. Jackie administers the group ably assisted by Margaret, who does a lot of legwork researching venues and organising events. Guidance and Disclaimer document for this group Guidance and Disclaimer document for this group

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Square dancing group. American Square dancing. Suitable for anyone who can walk freely. Sequences are called throughout, no complicated footwork. Beginners welcome. Back to Groups Page Square dancing Venue: The Ridgeway Centre Date: Every Thursday Time: 14.00 to 16.00 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings American Square dancing. Suitable for anyone who can walk freely. Sequences are called throughout, no complicated footwork. Beginners welcome. £1 per term to cover expenses. 50p for tea / coffee, or bring your own drinks.