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Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Health and wellbeing group in the Wellbeing faculty. The objective of the group is to bring informative presentations from either healthcare professionals or charity groups to help us proactively manage our health. Back to Groups Page Health and wellbeing The group meets on the second Thursday of every month, from 10am till noon, at Popley Fields Community Centre. The objective of the group is to bring informative presentations from either healthcare professionals or charity groups to help us proactively manage our health. The group does not give members the opportunity to discuss their personal issues, as this is best dealt with by a GP. One of the key philosophies of this group is that we keep our members safe and provide the right information for this open environment. Tea and coffee will be available and you will have time to interact with other members. If you want to see more about specific self-help available in the Basingstoke area, such as self referral for MSK, look at: Self Help The site says it is for the Camerose, Gillies, Hackwood, Beggarwood practice but it is relevant to all. Our confirmed speakers are: 14th May - Heart health - Dr Charlotte Hutchins then CPR and defibrillator demonstration and practice with St John's Ambulance 11th June - Bowel Cancer - Michael Trotman from Bowel Cancer UK 9th July - How to develop a healthy mindset and eating habits to support your health. Mindset, hunger habits and sugar cravings – why you need to focus on HOW and WHY you eat, before focusing on WHAT and HOW MUCH. - Kate Boys September - Provisionally bladder issues 8th October - Looking after your foot health. Pete, Eclipse Foot Clinic December - Provisionally Osteoporosis with Professor Nicholas Harvey 11th March - Skin issues in later life with Peter Cureton If you are interested and have not already registered for the group, please use Beacon to do so or contact Elaine Budd on Elainesecu3abasingstoke@outlook.com Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue : Popley Fields Community Centre , Carpenters Down, Basingstoke RG24 9AE Click here for website Date : 2nd Thursday of the month Time : 10:00 - 12:00 Subjects already covered: Hearing - Fiona Barker - Audiologist Gut Health - Lily Samuels - Nutritionist Alzheimers - Georgi Welch - Alzheimers research UK Diabetes - David Murray - Diabetes UK Lyme Disease - James Herbert Driving Safety for Older People - Rob Heard MBE Arthritus - Jo Cummins Sleeping - Dr Lindsay Browning Cancer support available for you, family and friends - Helen Maskell - The Ark Charity and Falls Prevention Strokes - Ian Sweetingham - Stoke Association Future subjects being looked into are: Frailty and balance, foot health, herbal remedies, parkinsons and carers. So as long as we have enough people, we will be running for a long time :) Subjects already covered: Hearing - Fiona Barker - Audiologist Gut Health - Lily Samuels - Nutritionist Alzheimers - Georgi Welch - Alzheimers research UK Diabetes - David Murray - Diabetes UK Lyme Disease - James Herbert Driving Safety for Older People - Rob Heard MBE Arthritus - Jo Cummins Sleeping - Dr Lindsay Browning Cancer support available for you, family and friends - Helen Maskell - The Ark Charity and Falls Prevention Strokes - Ian Sweetingham - Stoke Association Future subjects being looked into are: Frailty and balance, foot health, herbal remedies, parkinsons and carers. So as long as we have enough people, we will be running for a long time :)

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Members on their own group in the Wellbeing faculty. 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 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. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Meetings are as arranged

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Strategic board games group in the Indoor Games faculty. This group plays strategic board games, including Ticket to Ride, Wingspan and Carcassonne. Each has additions/variations which add further interest and depth to the games.  In coming months we plan to explore other strategic games. Back to Groups Page Strategic board games This group plays strategic board games, including Ticket to Ride , Wingspan and Carcassonne . Each has additions/variations which add further interest and depth to the games. In coming months we plan to explore other strategic games. Experience No experience of these games is necessary as more experienced players are more that happy to help you become more familiar with these modern games. In the future We may introduce legacy type games (played over several sessions) if there are enough members to commit to playing a game over several weeks. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue: Popley Field Community Centre , Carpenters Down, Popley, Basingstoke RG24 9AE Dates: Second and fourth Mondays of the month Times: 1pm until 4pm

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Pilates group in the Physical Activity faculty. Pilates is a wonderful exercise to improve balance and strength. Back to Groups Page Pilates * We regret that this group is full * Pilates is a wonderful exercise to improve balance and strength. Our classes will be taught by Jo a fully trained Pilates instructor and is suitable for all abilities. Chair and mat Pilates will be taught simultaneously . Places for the group are booked 6 sessions at a time at an additional cost to the u3a membership. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue : Brookvale Community Centre Date : Every Monday afternoon Time : 4pm to 5pm

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Learn magic group in the Lifelong Learning faculty. This fun course lasts for six sessions over six months and teaches members public domain magic tricks with which they can entertain their grandchildren. Typically, 6-8 members will have hands on teaching by member Don McCamley, a retired magician with 50 years of performing for children and adults. Back to Groups Page Learn magic * Learn Magic Group 1 has a waiting list for new members at present * This fun course lasts for six sessions over six months and teaches members public domain magic tricks with which they can entertain their grandchildren. Typically, 6-8 members will have hands on teaching by member Don McCamley, a retired magician with 50 years of performing for children and adults. The sessions take place at Don’s home in Old Basing, and last an hour. You can expect to learn 2-3 tricks and effects each session, which, with a little practice, could make you very popular with your grandchildren, and others! Due to the group's popularity, it is now split into two, as shown in the timings. Experience No experience of magic is necessary. Everything will be taught. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Dates Fourth Wednesday of the month Time Group 1 - 2pm to 3pm Group 2 - 3.30pm to 4.30pm Venue Old Basing (See Beacon for exact location)

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Meditation - Ancient Wisdom group in the Wellbeing faculty. Meditation is a practice with deep roots in the wisdom traditions of the East. We’ll experiment with different styles of meditation and share reflections in an informal, non-pressured way. Back to Groups Page Meditation - Ancient Wisdom Meditation is a practice with deep roots in the wisdom traditions of the East. In this group, we’ll explore a variety of meditation approaches while gently introducing the ideas and philosophies that sit beneath them. We’ll experiment with different styles of meditation and share reflections in an informal, non-pressured way. Between sessions, there will be some light, accessible reading drawn from Eastern philosophy. Together, we’ll explore these ideas and consider how ancient wisdom can be applied to everyday life in the 21st century. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue: Members home (Kempshott) Date: 4th Thursday Time: 14:00 - 16:00

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a French group in the Languages faculty. All French groups meet approximately 35 times over the year. To ensure progression, regular attendance is strongly recommended. Back to Groups Page French * Advanced Group has a waiting list for new members at present * All French groups meet approximately 35 times over the year. To ensure progression, regular attendance is strongly recommended. French Beginners Group leader: Sheila Milner Weekly Tuesday 10.00 -11.30 St Leonard’s centre. Oakley Starting date: The Beginners group concentrates on members who have some knowledge of French, having learnt it at school or through some other form of learning and who would like to refresh and improve their language skills. It is NOT intended for complete beginners. French Improvers Group leader: Liliane White Weekly Tuesday 10.00-12.00 St Leonard’s centre. Oakley Starting date: Mid to late September. The group is for people who have completed at least 1 year in the Beginners’ group or who were in the French Improvers group and wish to improve their confidence in the language. We shall be using Façon de Parler book 2. (starting from huitième unité) The class is friendly and informal and the aim is to be able to converse using fairly simple French and to boost people’s confidence in doing so. Members are expected to be proactive and step in when Liliane is away. French Conversation Group. Group Leader: Jo Head. Weekly: Tuesday 10.00 to 11.45 This group has been running successfully for several years for general conversation in French at individual members homes – but since Covid the group has mainly met via Zoom with occasional face-face meetings. The current intention in the future is to have a mix of Zoom and face-face meetings. There are 10 regulars currently but we would welcome new members who have some knowledge of, and ability with, French. We discuss current affairs linked to Britain and France, activities and holidays, hobbies, home and family life and occasional personal discussions. Note: Each week we have two sessions with a coffee break in between. We don’t use any formal study materials but members do on occasions use printed material to show others and encourage conversation. The aim of the group is spontaneous conversation in French. We make mistakes but it is enjoyable and interesting. French Intermediate Group leader: Mark Judd Weekly meetings term time Monday 10.00-12.00 St Leonard’s centre. Oakley. Starting: Mid to late September. The Intermediate Group is informal and a self-help group. It is best suited to people with a fair knowledge of French and interest in French culture and life who wish to consolidate their knowledge and read, write and converse in the language. It is expected that members will attend regularly. Current activities. The format is flexible and collaborative and the atmosphere relaxed. Session themes can be chosen and led by any in the group. Short stories and literary texts at intermediate level are regular favourites to read, translate and discuss together. Newspaper or magazine articles and podcasts are also used to stimulate discussion in French. The aim is to converse in French as much as possible – but with plenty of breaks – and to share common interests in all aspects of French life and culture. There is no formal teaching of grammar but the group are always happy to discuss and help each other with finer language points as they arise, but with access to a French teacher and speaker as necessary. French Advanced Group leader: Liliane White Weekly meetings term time Monday 10.00-12.00 St Leonard’s centre. Oakley. Starting: Mid to late September The Advanced Group, taken by Liliane, who is French, is for people with a good knowledge of French who wish to read, write and converse in the language as well as learn about current events in France. There are currently 20 members in the group and regular attendance is important. Current activities Liliane sends the group reading material via email midweek. It is usually based on current affairs or famous French people / places / events and is accompanied by questions for the group to prepare ahead of each meeting. The meetings themselves consist of general conversation between the members, discussion of current world and French news, presentations as well as guided reading and occasionally some grammar points. The group members are encouraged to be proactive and to take it in turn to present topics which interest them as well as to step in when Liliane is absent. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venues, Dates, Times: See details of day, time and location of each of the groups in the text to the left

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Pop the Question? group in the Indoor Games faculty. We will be featuring our popular format of music clips and picture round Back to Groups Page Pop the Question? 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 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Date: 4th Wednesday of each month Time: 2pm till 4pm Venue: Sherborne St John Village Hall, Kiln Road, Sherborne St John, Basingstoke RG24 9HR

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Board games group in the Indoor Games faculty. 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 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. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings 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: Apri 14th May 12th June 9th 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: April 28th May 26th June 23rd July 21st August 16th September 15th and 29th October 27th November 24th December 22nd Time: 13:30 - 15:30

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Computer group group in the Lifelong Learning faculty. We will mainly cover the Microsoft Windows environment, but other topics may get covered if we have enough expertise to do so. The Notes from the Presentations of both groups will be available to download on this web site. Back to Groups Page Computer group We run two groups under the headings. We will mainly cover the Microsoft Windows environment, but other topics may get covered if we have enough expertise to do so. The Notes from the Presentations of both groups will be available to download on this web site. New members would be very welcome. If you are interested, or would simply like more information, then please use the "Contact Us" button at the bottom of the page. We do offer teas and coffees for a very small donation at the start. Beginners Group This group is for people with little or no knowledge of computers who want to get started and need help doing so. We offer one to one help to group members to assist with any issues that they may be struggling with. Current Activity Spending ½ hour talking about topics of interest followed by 1 ½ hours on one to one help. Intermediate Group This group is for people with a bit more knowledge than pure beginners, but by no means experts. We will offer in-depth presentations on topics of general interest with the hope that everyone comes away with added knowledge. Current Activity The aim is to offer two in-depth presentations per meeting, lasting approximately ¾ hr each. Helpers will be available to assist members on a one to one basis but this will be purely ad hoc and arranged at the time of the meeting. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue (All groups): Shaftesbury Room, Christ Church , Reading Road, Chineham, RG24 8LT. Dates: Beginners - second Tuesday of the month Intermediate - fourth Tuesday of the month Times: 14:00 – 16:00 – Beginners 10:00 – 12:00 - Intermediates Beginners Group Notes Beginner Session 1 Notes Email Notes Calendar PowerPoint Slides Calendar Notes Cloud Photo Talk Files Photos Photo App How to use Photo App Saving Photos Filing and Housekeeping Browsers and Search Engines These area few of my favourite phone Apps Handout notes Handout slides Artificial Intelligence presentation Social Media Handout note s OneDrive Notes Presentation Email safety Alexa NHS App Handout slide s Presentation Passwords and Password Managers Getting the most from your iPhone s Managing Files and Photos Part 1 - Files Part 2 - Photos Christmas Tips Handout Using a New Phone iPhone Gestures Guide by Apple iPhone Setup and Gestures iPhone Presentation Handout Android Phone Environment Notes Android Phone and Tablet Setup and Gestures Introduction to Microsoft Excel Part 1 Part 2 Example Spreadsheet Part 3 Example Workbook - Excel Charts Beginners Group Notes Beginner Session 1 Notes Email Notes Calendar PowerPoint Slides Calendar Notes Cloud Photo Talk Files Photos Photo App How to use Photo App Saving Photos Filing and Housekeeping Browsers and Search Engines These area few of my favourite phone Apps Handout notes Handout slides Artificial Intelligence presentation Social Media Handout note s OneDrive Notes Presentation Email safety Alexa NHS App Handout slide s Presentation Passwords and Password Managers Getting the most from your iPhone s Managing Files and Photos Part 1 - Files Part 2 - Photos Christmas Tips Handout Using a New Phone iPhone Gestures Guide by Apple iPhone Setup and Gestures iPhone Presentation Handout Android Phone Environment Notes Android Phone and Tablet Setup and Gestures Introduction to Microsoft Excel Part 1 Part 2 Example Spreadsheet Part 3 Example Workbook - Excel Charts Intermediate Group Notes Backup & Recovery Email Windows 10 End Window 10 Tools Linux – An Introduction Home WiFi PowerPoint Notes Demo Slides Information Security Introduction to Network Attached Storage Build your own PC Excel budgeting Household Excel Budget 2025 demo. Computer aided design Virtual machines Create a virtual machine Buying Hardware Introduction to Microsoft Word Course Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 All about video editing

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Walk or Stroll in the park group in the Physical Activity faculty. A Walk or Stroll in the Park is a leisurely amble round War Memorial and Eastrop parks. Back to Groups Page Walk or Stroll in the park A Walk or Stroll in the Park is a leisurely amble round War Memorial and Eastrop parks. There are two separate groups, each with a maximum of 20 people, starting at : 10:00. We meet outside Waitrose main entrance on Basing View. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue: meeting outside the Waitrose entrance on Basing View Date: Wednesday mornings Time: 10:00

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Italian Conversation group in the Languages faculty. Do you already have some knowledge of Italian and want to keep it alive and growing? Our Italian Conversation Group is a warm and welcoming space where you can practise speaking in a relaxed and supportive environment. Back to Groups Page Italian Conversation English Do you already have some knowledge of Italian and want to keep it alive and growing? Our Italian Conversation Group is a warm and welcoming space where you can practise speaking in a relaxed and supportive environment. Together, we’ll choose themes to talk about — from culture, history, and art to food, travel, and everyday life — encouraging lively conversations and cultural exchange. Whether you’d like to build confidence, refresh your skills, or simply share your love of all things Italian, this group is a friendly place to connect, learn, and enjoy the language together. ⸻ Italian Hai già qualche conoscenza dell’italiano e vuoi mantenerla viva e approfondirla? Il nostro Gruppo di Conversazione in Italiano è uno spazio accogliente e rilassato dove potrai esercitarti in un ambiente amichevole e solidale. Sceglieremo insieme gli argomenti di conversazione — dalla cultura, storia e arte italiane alla cucina, ai viaggi e alla vita quotidiana — per dare vita a conversazioni vivaci e a un autentico scambio culturale. Che tu voglia acquisire più sicurezza, rinfrescare le tue competenze o semplicemente condividere il tuo amore per tutto ciò che è italiano, questo gruppo è un luogo amichevole in cui connettersi, imparare e divertirsi insieme. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue: Community Room, Morrisons Supermarket, Worting Road Basingstoke RG21 8BJ Day/Time: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, 10am to 11:30am Please sign in at the customer service desk on arrival at the store, and sign out on departure. You are with "u3a" and visiting the "Community Room".