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Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Ballroom dancing group in the Music & Dance faculty. 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 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. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue : Royal British Legion, Old Basing, RG24 7DN Click here for website Date : Every Friday Time : 13:30 - 15:30

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a BCOT Luncheon group in the Wellbeing faculty. Have you ever looked at an artwork and wondered about its meaning, about the artist, the context or the techniques involved? If so, then you’ll enjoy the Art History and Appreciation group. Back to Groups Page BCOT Luncheon This luncheon is open to ALL paid-up members of our u3a. Forms for each lunch are available from the group leader in the weeks leading up to the event. This is a pleasant social event with good food and good company. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue : Robert Newman restaurant, Basingstoke College of Technology, Worting Road, RG21 8TN Click here for website Date : Meet once a term, on a Thursday. Time : From 12:15pm until about 3pm for a 3 course meal.

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Bingo group in the Indoor Games faculty. This group is for bingo lovers and anybody that wants to play for the first time.  It's great for socialising and will be lots of fun and competitive, even though it's a game of chance.  Bingo has the added bonus of keeping the mind sharp. Back to Groups Page Bingo This group is for bingo lovers and anybody that wants to play for the first time. It's great for socialising and will be lots of fun and competitive, even though it's a game of chance. Bingo has the added bonus of keeping the mind sharp. We plan to play 6 games a session and will break for tea and coffee after the first 3 games. Don't forget to bring your dabbers!! Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue: Popley Fields Community Centre Date/time: Last Wednesday of the month, 2-4pm

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Military History group in the Lifelong Learning faculty. For people that have an interest in discussing Military History and visiting historical sites The group will consider all aspects of military history from ancient to modern times. It is intended that each month a member will introduce a topic of mutual interest and lead a discussion on the subject. This might include specific commanders’, battles and campaigns. Back to Groups Page Military History For people that have an interest in discussing Military History and visiting historical sites The group will consider all aspects of military history from ancient to modern times. It is intended that each month a member will introduce a topic of mutual interest and lead a discussion on the subject. This might include specific commanders’, battles and campaigns. The group will also organise visits to sites taking advantage of many sites of military interest in Southern England. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue: Malshanger Room, St Leonards Centre, Oakley Time: 10-12pm Date: Second Wednesday of the month

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Rounders group in the Physical Activity faculty. We begin with stretches and warm up drills, practise our batting, bowling and fielding skills, and then split into teams for a game. Back to Groups Page Rounders Everyone welcome – come along and have some fun! We begin with stretches and warm up drills, practise our batting, bowling and fielding skills, and then split into teams for a game. You can sprint, jog or walk; whatever is comfortable. We finish with a cool down and final stretch. Nothing serious but plenty of laughter! Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue : Basingstoke Sports and Social Club, Fairfields Road Basingstoke RG21 3DR Dates : 1st and 3rdWednesday each month Time : 13:30 - 14:30

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Creative writing group in the Lifelong Learning faculty. Are you someone who has always felt you have a short story or even a book in you? Then our small, friendly group could be just what you need to improve your technique and discuss your problems with sympathetic, like-minded writers. Most of our members enjoy writing for fun and we share our writing in a relaxed, supportive setting.  Back to Groups Page Creative writing * This Group has a waiting list for new members at present * Are you someone who has always felt you have a short story or even a book in you? Then our small, friendly group could be just what you need to improve your technique and discuss your problems with sympathetic, like-minded writers. Most of our members enjoy writing for fun and we share our writing in a relaxed, supportive setting. While those members with greater expertise willingly provide assistance within the group, this is not a teaching group for absolute beginners. We do expect potential members to be able to demonstrate a knowledge of creative writing or to be able to submit a sample of their work to ensure that the group is suitable. Access to a word processor is highly desirable. Samples of our work are on our Podcast page . People wishing to join the group are requested not to turn up to a meeting but to contact the group leader in the first instance. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue : Izita Kerr Room, The Oakridge Hall for All, Oakridge Village, Forsythia Walk, Basingstoke, RG21 5RL Date : 1st and 3rd Thursdays Time : 14:00 - 16:00

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Walking Cricket group in the Physical Activity faculty. Back to Groups Page Walking Cricket This very friendly group has male and female members and everybody is welcome. Walking Cricket is at a more gentle pace, but it’s good exercise, very social and guaranteed to make you smile. · We meet on the second Monday in the month for an hour’s play. · We use a sports hall and all equipment is provided · We pick the teams on the day, depending on the number of people attending Just put on some comfortable clothing and your trainers and come along. Key rule of Walking Cricket: · No running or jogging, with or without the ball Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue: Everest Community Academy , Oxford Way, Basingstoke RG24 9UP Date/Time: Every 2nd Monday of the month at 17.00 - 18.00

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Croquet group in the Physical Activity faculty. There are five weekly sessions. You may join one or more groups depending upon demand. A session leader looks after their group and everyone, beginner or more experienced, is welcome to participate in playing hard and enjoying the atmosphere and friendly banter. The sessions are well attended, so have fun. Play is from March through to the end of September. Back to Groups Page Croquet There are five weekly sessions. You may join one or more groups depending upon demand. A session leader looks after their group and everyone, beginner or more experienced, is welcome to participate in playing hard and enjoying the atmosphere and friendly banter. The sessions are well attended, so have fun. Play is from March through to the end of September. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue : Thorneycroft Bowls and Basingstoke Croquet Club , St Andrew's Road, RG22 6PT Click here for website Dates : Monday, Tuesday Times : Mondays 3 x 2 ½ hour sessions Tuesdays 2 x 2 ½ hour sessions

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Canasta group in the Indoor Games faculty. Would you enjoy a group, playing the card game Canasta? This is a new group and we are looking for members who can already play. The group will not be suitable for absolute beginners. The object is to play the game in a light-hearted informal manner with like-minded people. Back to Groups Page Canasta Would you enjoy a group, playing the card game Canasta? This is a new group and we are looking for members who can already play. The group will not be suitable for absolute beginners. The object is to play the game in a light-hearted informal manner with like-minded people. Please note that we will provisionally meet alongside the Mahjong group at Chineham, but at some point, we might need to find another venue/meeting time. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue: Shaftesbury Room, Christ Church , Chineham Date: 1st and 3rd Monday of the month 2pm to 4.30pm

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Cribbage group in the Indoor Games faculty. We are a group for players who know how to play crib. We play pairs matches, with participants randomly drawn into pairs, to play doubles crib in friendly games. There may be instances where players may play singles matches depending on the number attending the group.  Back to Groups Page Cribbage We are a group for players who know how to play crib. We play pairs matches, with participants randomly drawn into pairs, to play doubles crib in friendly games. There may be instances where players may play singles matches depending on the number attending the group. Anyone wishing to learn to play crib can apply to the group but only a limited number can be shown the game at each meeting. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue: Brookvale Village Hall Time: 10.00 - 12.30 4th Wednesday of the month

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a History group in the Lifelong Learning faculty. We have talks and then discussion on historical topics and events. Back to Groups Page History We have talks and then discussion on historical topics and events. In 2024/25 we had talks on: The Templars The Cheapside Hoard Historical Railway Accidents Basing House Preparing to meet Mr Hitler IT in 1938 Saving the Nation's Art The Dukes of Norfolk History of Jewellery Dr Gillies at War History of the London Underground History of Booze Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue : Christ Church , Reading Road, Chineham, RG24 8LT Click here for website Date : 1st Wednesday of the month Time : 13:30 - 15:00

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Quiz group group in the Indoor Games faculty. This group is for those with a surfeit of useless information! We usually have six rounds of various quiz questions and a “table” quiz. Teams are selected at random on the day, so you can just come along and join in. It’s competitive but fun, because groups are formed anew each week, so that no-one group starts winning on a regular basis, thus putting others off attending. Back to Groups Page Quiz group This group is for those with a surfeit of useless information! We usually have six rounds of various quiz questions and a “table” quiz. Teams are selected at random on the day, so you can just come along and join in. It’s competitive but fun, because groups are formed anew each week, so that no-one group starts winning on a regular basis, thus putting others off attending. Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings Venue : St. Andrew’s Church , South Ham, RG22 6ER Click here for website Date : Alternate Tuesdays Time : 13:30 - 15:30