Ferndown U3A

FIRST FRIDAY TALKS
2025-09-19 09:45 - 11:30 (Europe/London) | Barrington Centre and Theatre, The Barrington Centre and Theatre, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9JP, United Kingdom
Welcome back and a big welcome to all our new members. This morning we will enjoy a coffee / tea and chat and hear about some of our upcoming events.
ALL WELCOME

WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS: COFFEE / TEA AFTERNOON
2025-09-25 14:00 - 15:30 | PARLEY PLACE CARE HOME, 300 Christchurch Road, West Parley, BH22 8SL, United Kingdom
This is an opportunity for new members to meet the committee and each other. It is also the time to ask any questions you have about Ferndown u3a.
We look forward to meeting you..

LACOCK VILLAGE & FOX TALBOT PHOTO ARCHIVE - COACH TRIP
2025-09-26 | Lacock, Lacock, SN15 2LG, United Kingdom
Over the day we will visit Lacock Abbey, the Fox Talbot Museum and if you wish walk into the Lacock village.
Lacock Abbey is a house with over 800 years of history. Founded as an abbey in 1232, it has been a home to many different characters, each of whom has put their own unique stamp on the building.
The house was once home to William Henry Fox Talbot, inventor of the photographic negative and hosts his museum.
In addition, the village was the set for some of the Harry Potter franchise.
This is a National Trust Property so free entry for Members.

FIRST FRIDAY: The History of Magic
2025-10-03 09:45 - 11:30 | Barrington Centre and Theatre, The Barrington Centre and Theatre, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9JP, United Kingdom
Speaker: Alistair Brien
Alistair is a member of the Magic Circle. As well as tracing magic back through history from medieval tricksters to Houdini & today’s master illusionists, he will include some magic in his talk!!

QUIZ NIGHT
2025-10-10 19:00 - 22:00 | West Moors Memorial Hall, Station Road, West Moors, Dorset, BH22 0HZ, United Kingdom
This is a fun night for all. All are welcome and if you are not part of a team we can help you join some fun people. Bring nibbles or a full meal if you require, and drinks, also as much as you need!!

IN HOUSE FRIDAY
2025-10-24 10:00 - 11:30 | King George V Regency Room, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, BH22 9EN, United Kingdom
“Surfing the Victorians”
An entertaining talk by Rodger Pettengell

FIRST FRIDAY TALK
2025-11-07 09:30 - 10:30 | Barrington Centre and Theatre, The Barrington Centre and Theatre, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9JP, United Kingdom
London’s Burning
This month sees the return of Ian Tovey. Ian is a keen historian and storyteller who delivers is talk in character. On this occasion we will be taken back to the great fire of London.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
2025-11-07 10:30 - 12:00 | Barrington Centre and Theatre, The Barrington Centre and Theatre, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9JP, United Kingdom
AGM
After the first Friday Talk Coffee / Tea and pastries will be available. We will then host the Annual General Meeting where you will hear from the committee about their work over the last year and our plans for the future.

WINCHESTER CHRISTMAS MARKET - COACH TRIP
2025-11-21 | WINCHESTER, Winchester, SO23 0PJ, United Kingdom
We will travel to Winchester by coach and spend the day browsing the markets

CHARITY COFFEE MORNING
2025-11-28 10:00 - 12:30 | Barrington Centre and Theatre, The Barrington Centre and Theatre, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9JP, United Kingdom
Come along and find a bargain or just enjoy a coffee and natter with friends

FIRST FRIDAY TALK
2025-12-05 09:45 - 11:30 | Barrington Centre and Theatre, The Barrington Centre and Theatre, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9JP, United Kingdom
Romance, Romans & Ruins
Ron Taylor will be our speaker this month

CHRISTMAS LUNCH REMEDY OAK GOLF CLUB
2025-12-11 12:00 - 15:00 | Remedy Oak Golf Club, REMEDY OAK GOLF CLUB, HORTON ROAD, WOODLANDS, DORSET, BH21 8ND, United Kingdom
Enjoy a delicious lunch with friends in the beautiful setting of Remedy Oak Golf Club

CAROLS, MINCE PIES & COFFEE
2025-12-12 10:00 - 11:30 | King George V Regency Room, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, BH22 9EN, United Kingdom
A relaxing morning of fun to start the festive season

NEW MEMBERS' COFFEE / TEA AFTERNOON
2026-01-07 14:00 - 15:30 | PARLEY PLACE CARE HOME, 300 Christchurch Road, West Parley, BH22 8SL, United Kingdom
Welcome to our new member. This is an opportunity for you to meet the committee and ask any questions you may have.
An invite will be sent closer to the date.

FIRST FRIDAY TALK
2026-01-09 09:45 - 11:30 | Barrington Centre and Theatre, The Barrington Centre and Theatre, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9JP, United Kingdom
King of Dorset Smugglers
This month we will be treated to a talk on Isaac Gulliver the Dorset Smuggler.

WHAT'S ON OVER THE SPRING AND SUMMER
2026-01-16 09:45 - 11:30 | King George V Regency Room, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, BH22 9EN, United Kingdom
An opportunity to hear what is planned for the rest of the year.

FIRST FRIDAY TALK
2026-02-06 09:45 - 11:30 | Barrington Centre and Theatre, The Barrington Centre and Theatre, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9JP, United Kingdom
Understanding AI
Richard Banks, son of Keith and Janet, will endeavour to improve our understanding of the challenging subject.

QUIZ NIGHT
2026-02-06 19:00 - 21:30 | West Moors Memorial Hall, Station Road, West Moors, Dorset, BH22 0HZ, United Kingdom
Another fun night, pitting you knowledge against others. No need to worry if you do not have a team, we will find you one.

LONDON COACH TRIP
2026-02-14
Full details closer to the visit

FIRST FRIDAY TALK
2026-03-06 09:45 - 11:30 | Barrington Centre and Theatre, The Barrington Centre and Theatre, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9JP, United Kingdom
RAF Photography over 30 years.
Rob Forrester-Addie will share his experiences as an RAF photographer

BEETLE DRIVE CHARITY MORNING
2026-03-20 10:00 - 11:30 | King George V Regency Room, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, BH22 9EN, United Kingdom
Lets enjoy some fun in aid of the Charity of the year.

GROUP LEADER LUNCH
2026-03-23 12:00 - 14:00 | Barrington Centre and Theatre, The Barrington Centre and Theatre, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9JP, United Kingdom
THANK YOU TO OUR GROUP LEADERS
During the lunch leaders can meet with the committee to share experiences..

HAMPTON COURT PALACE & GARDENS COACH TRIP
2026-03-27 | Hampton Court Palace, East Mosely, KT8 9AU, United Kingdom
HAMPTON COURT
A coach trip to end the Spring term. Experience the public and private lives of Henry VIII and the Tudor Court and walk through the beautiful gardens.

5 DAY STUDY VISIT TO THE AMSTERDAM REGION
2026-04-14 - 2026-04-18 | Amsterdam, Leiden, Netherlands
Leiden, Gouda, Delft, Keukenhof Gardens – and Amsterdam itself
Although fully booked, if you are still interested please contact Bob Reeve (reeve64@btinternet.com) as situations do change.

IN HOUSE FRIDAY
2026-04-24 10:00 - 11:30 | King George V Regency Room, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, BH22 9EN, United Kingdom
STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN
Roger Blaber is a Blue Tourism Guide and is happy to organise a visit after the talk.

Exbury Gardens
2026-04-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Exbury Gardens, EXBURY, SO45 1AZ, United Kingdom
This event is being run by the Gardening group. Any spare seats will be offered to non members of the Gardening group after the initial uptake.

THEATRE OUTING - THE CONSTANT WIFE
2026-04-29 14:00 - 17:00
THE CONSTANT WIFE – LIGHTHOUSE POOLE

FIRST FRIDAY TALK
2026-05-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Barrington Centre and Theatre, The Barrington Centre and Theatre, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9JP, United Kingdom
DORSET DOWNSTREAM
Speaker: Mary Van Collier

OLD TIME MUSIC HALL
2026-05-01 19:00 - 21:00 | West Moors Memorial Hall, Station Road, West Moors, Dorset, BH22 0HZ, United Kingdom
An evening of fun and laughter – members entertaining members

NEW GROUP LEADER MEETING
2026-05-06 14:00 - 15:30 | PARLEY PLACE CARE HOME, 300 Christchurch Road, West Parley, BH22 8SL, United Kingdom
An opportunity for those new to group leading to discuss with the committee.
