FERNDOWN U3A 2018 -2019
Flavours Cookery School
Discovering Wessex – Dorchester
Out outing began with a conducted tour of the the town where we were introduced to the towns Roman History. The mosaics were well worth seeing. We also passed the Statue of Thomas Hardy and discussed the setting for books. It was the then on the the river walk and...
Panto Time
The year we were treated to a wonderful and entertaining pantomine "Windy Hills"
Discovering Wessex – BEAULIEU
Discovering Wessex members spent the day touring Beaulieu Abbey ruins, the Palace and motor Museum as well as enjoying a walk in the grounds and viewing the Domus and Special Operations Executive (SOE) exhibitions. A wonderful day out was had by all and the last to...
Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery
The Bombay Sapphire distillery tour allows you to discover Laverstoke Mill. With guided and self-guided tours available, you'll find out about the history of the mill, gin and Bombay Sapphire, as well as learning about key botanicals. The experience features an...
Countryfile Live
Perfect weather. Interesting people to meet. Various animals to watch. Lots of goods to peruse & purchase. Beautiful area. Information about farming & the environment. Delicious foods to try. Plenty of straw bales to sit on to watch the entertainment...
A TRIP BACK IN TIME: Ferndown U3A visit Oxford, Ironbridge and Stratford on Avon
During a three day coach trip, we were able to appreciate the historic significance of all 3 locations, while having a sociable and enjoyable time. All 39 members appreciated the ninety minute walking tour of the colleges of Oxford University, led by a knowledgeable...
Global warming or climate change: An appraisal. Friday 1st November
this talk has three sections. How did awareness become alarm? Are we heading for an uninhabitable earth? Is it too late or can we save the day? From the publication in 1962 of Silent Spring by R. Carson to the IPPC Report 2018, the environment has been the...
Ferndown U3A Open Day
Dear FU3A Members This is to send warmest congratulations and thanks to everyone who attended or contributed in any way to our Open Day yesterday.The event was an outstanding success. We attracted a lot of interest from visitors who were so numerous that when I was...