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Canterbury & District
March 2019
U3A Matters The next issue of U3A Matters will be in June, so please send
contributions to [email protected] or get them to the
Orange Street office by 15 May.
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Joining Days
New members can join at the office in Orange Street from 10.00 till 12.00. The next two dates are: 1 April and 3 June,
plus the Open Day on Tuesday 14 May at St Mary Bredin church.
Please contact Relly Bowman at: [email protected]
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Our emails to You As postage and printing costs rise each year we endeavour to send as
much information as possible to you by email. We need, therefore, to
ensure that the emails we send do reach you, so please let us know:
If emails fail to reach you
If your email address changes
The last email, in December 2018, was concerning the TAM magazine.
If you have any comments on the above please contact Chris Plant:
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Research Update ...................................... 2–3 Walks ........................................................... 6 –10
Day Trips ................................................................ 3 Volunteer Recruitment ...................... 10
Events ................................................................. 4–5 Autumn Holiday ....................................... 11
National Summer Schools ..................... 5 Monthly Meetings .................................. 11
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Research Update
We currently have about sixty members active or interested in specific research projects with new members joining and others leaving due to other commitments.
Please note that current projects are listed in detail on the research web page, see below.
We have now four history projects which have been published as part of the Shared Learning project, Citizen 800. Very well done, Lesley and her group! If interested in developing new history projects let us know.
Our latest (fourth) collaborative research project with the University of Kent on Recognition of Emotions in Faces is almost complete, with several of our members assisting the main researcher.
We have now almost completed the final stage of a collaboration with the Sports Science department at Kent on Muscles Used while Standing. Our members have assisted in carrying out the study and we will have a feedback seminar in a few months’ time when the data analysis has been completed. All will be welcome.
Some members have been interviewed by a PhD student at the University of Kent on Non-traditional Religious Beliefs. She is very grateful for their input.
The Donkey Learning project has run into difficulties with insurance issues. Does anyone have a couple of fit donkeys?
You may be asked to participate in a study we are running on how we use the internet. If you want to help run the project please contact David Clarke.
We have completed our analysis of the focus group data from the Carers Create project and are preparing to write up the project for future publication (watch this space).
We have been asked to evaluate a large-scale project (Sea Folk Sing) on memories of war, singing and dancing in Medway and Swale. (See their website). This will involve interviewing and focus groups, so if you want to assist with this let me know.
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We have a member interested in the evaluation of bowling as an activity for older people—if you would like to help at the planning stage let me know.
By the time you read this, the bumblebees will soon be waking up ready for our visits.
If you are interested in joining our research groups, please contact me by email. No experience is required and all relevant training will be given.
web page: https://u3asites.org.uk/canterbury/page/71005) Rona Hodges
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Forthcoming Day Trips
Tuesday 9 April – Romney Marshes Church Curios See the enclosed application form for details.
Thursday 13 June – Two of England’s Finest Gardens See the enclosed application form for details.
Tuesday 10 September – The Great Stink! In 1858 the long, hot summer turned into The Great Stink with the Thames little more than an open sewer! We begin in central London tracking some of the lost rivers, cruise the Thames to Greenwich and drive across the old Thames marshes to Sir Joseph Bazalgette’s extraordinary Cathedral of Sewage, which was built to hold the Crossness Engines.
Further details and an application form will appear in the June issue of the Newsletter.
Wednesday 6 November – The Flicks British cinema was born in London in 1896. We will look at the story of film in London, visit some famous film locations and find out how you close Trafalgar Square to make your film and where the stars stay! In the afternoon we will visit the wonderful Cinema Museum housed in an old workhouse in Kennington where there will be a tour and some film clips of old London.
Further details and an application form will appear in the June issue of the Newsletter.
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Events
Tuesday 12 March: A New Vision for Canterbury St Peter’s Methodist Church Hall. 7.30
Over the past year the Canterbury Society has been working with other residents’ groups to develop a plan, Vision, for the future of our city which would reflect the opinions and concerns of local people. The aim of this event is to launch the Vision and to discuss its recommendations. The team of authors responsible for preparing it will be there to present their ideas and hear your responses. So do come along, listen to the proposals and give us your feedback.
Wednesday 27 March: Brexit and Climate Change Canterbury Christ Church University, Old Sessions House, 6 p.m. Julia King, Baroness Brown of Cambridge, Engineer and Chair of the Carbon Trust. You can find out more and book your free place at www.canterbury.ac.uk/publiclectures or book through the box office by calling 01227 782 994.
Wednesday 3 April, Lysistrata: A Workshop Invitation Seminar Room 5, Cornwallis North West Building, University of Kent, CT2 7NF. 11.30–1.00.
The Department of Classical & Archaeological Studies at the
University of Kent, is presenting a workshop on Aristophanes’
Lysistrata, free of charge, for members of the U3A. The workshop on
this ancient Greek anti-war comedy will offer an introduction to the
play and the chance to discuss the issues it raises. Dr Rosie Wyles,
specialist on ancient Greek drama and its performance, will lead the
workshop and is looking forward to welcoming you to the world of
Greek comedy! If you wish to attend please notify Rosie Wyles:
The student production of Lysistrata will be performed in the Gulbenkian Theatre on that afternoon at 2.00 p.m., tickets obtainable from the Gulbenkian, £7 concessionary.
Wednesday 17 April: Hustings for the Local Elections Friends’ Meeting House. 7.30 With local elections taking place on 2 May these Hustings will provide an opportunity to hear from the candidates, ask your questions and debate the issues. So do come along, and bring your questions. Refreshments will be provided and everyone will be very welcome.
Sunday 28 April: Litter Pick This year sees the thirtieth anniversary of the designation of the World Heritage Site in Canterbury. In preparation for the celebrations the Canterbury Society is organising a litter pick around the World Heritage Site on Sunday 28 April. Litter picking equipment and refreshments will be provided. Meet at 2.00 p.m. at the Longport car park.
Note. There are a number of events planned to celebrate this important milestone in the history of the city, including a 2-day conference in May, run by Canterbury Christ Church University. For further information contact www.canterburysociety.org.uk
Wednesday 15 May: The Bulldog of Brexit? Winston Churchill and the Great Debate on Europe Canterbury Christ Church University, Old Sessions House, 6 p.m.
Professor Kevin Ruane, Professor of Modern History at Canterbury Christ Church University and By-Fellow, Churchill College, University of Cambridge. You can find out more and book your free place at www.canterbury.ac.uk/publiclectures or book through the box office by calling 01227 782 994.
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National Summer Schools Bookings are now open for the two national summer schools. The first will be in August at Aston University, Birmingham and the second in September at the Royal Agricultural University, Cirencester.
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Walks
Wednesday 20 March 10.30 A 4½-mile leisurely walk. Meet in the car park of the Half-Moon & Seven Stars pub, The Street, Preston, near Canterbury CT3 1EB. (GR: 250608). For more information and to book a place contact Ken Hando including your contact number.
Wednesday 27 March 10.30 A 5-mile walk from Bishopsbourne. Parking available at The Tadpoles Tearoom, Frog Lane, CT4 5HU, for those intending to stay for coffee / lunch after the walk, otherwise park in the village. Contact: Janet Batson preferably by e-mail leaving your name and contact details.
Wednesday 10 April 10.30 A 4½-mile leisurely walk. Meet in the car park of the Prince of Wales, Maypole Road, Hoath, Canterbury CT3 4LN. For more information and to book a place contact Ken Hando including contact no.
Thursday 18 April 10.30 A 4.2-mile walk on good paths, bridleways and two short sections of quiet road. Moderately steep ¼-mile climb on road to start, then
If for any reason you are not able to walk please contact walk leader, either by text or telephone, before 8:00 on the day of walk.
See your personal copy of the newsletter for telephone numbers. You can email walk leaders from the Events or Walks pages.
For country walks please wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Walks start at the time stated.
Details of walks are also available on the U3A Canterbury website
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level or gentle undulations, with 5 or 6 stiles. Please advise whether pub lunch required. Meet at the Duke of Cumberland, Barham CT4 6NY (GR: 207502). To book a place please contact Marian Youngman leaving contact details. Thursday 25 April 10.00 A 2-mile Bluebell walk in Chartham Hatch Nature Reserve (sorry, no dogs allowed in the reserve). Meeting point and parking details will be given on booking. Contact Ruth Harling. Tuesday 30 April 10.00 A 6-mile figure-of-eight walk starting from the Two Sawyers pub at Woolage Green CT4 6SE, just off the A2, approximately one mile east of Broome Park and the Barham crematorium. We aim to complete the walk in about two and a quarter hours. The walk, largely through arable farmland, provides extensive views over the countryside to both the east and west. No steep hills or stiles!
The Two Sawyers provides good food at good prices and has a ‘specials board’ in addition to the published menu (see www.thetwosawyers.co.uk) and we hope that many of us will stay for lunch at the end of the walk, please let us know when booking. Those using the pub for lunch can use the pub car park.
To book a place, please contact John or Rosemary, preferably by email leaving your contact details. Thursday 9 May 10.30 A 4½-mile walk following the Pilgrims’ Way before ascending the North Downs for fine views, bluebell woods and the Gliding Club. There are some stiles. Meet at The Wheel Inn, Westwell TN25 4LQ. Contact Roy Davis, indicating if you will be stopping for lunch.
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Friday 17 May 10.30 A 6-mile circular walk from Goodnestone. Meet at the Fitzwalter Arms, The Street, Goodnestone. CT3 1PJ. Refreshments at the pub or in the café at Goodnestone House.
To book a place contact Penny Stevens: leaving a contact number.
Wednesday 22 May 10.30 A 4½-mile leisurely walk. Meet in the car park of The Gate Inn, Marshside, Chislet CT3 4EB.
For more information and to book a place contact Ken Hando leaving your contact number. Friday 7 June 10.30 at Café, or 10.50 at Bekesbourne Station. A 5.2-mile walk on good paths and bridleways with a short amount of road, pretty level with a couple of stiles.
Meet at Mama Feelgood’s café CT4 5EU (GR: 196553). Please advise whether pub lunch required.
To book please contact Marian Youngman leaving contact details.
Tuesday 11 June 10.15 Betteshanger Country Park, Sandwich Road, Deal, CT14 0BF (GR: 352540).
Located on A258—two miles from Deal. (Please do not follow signs to Betteshanger village). No. 13 bus stops close to the Park. Meet in car park (charges apply, £2–£3).
Following a walk along reasonably level leisure paths on hard surfaces, we can visit the £9½m state of the art new Visitor Centre, encompassing a Green Energy Centre and the Kent Mining Museum, which celebrates the story of energy in Kent. Café on site, or bring picnic lunch.
To book a place please contact Pam Godden .
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Friday 14 June 12.00 A 6-mile walk in Chartham and Kenfield through woods, orchards and pasture. There are some hills and stiles. Finish with optional cream tea in St Mary’s Church, Chartham (suggested donation £4) and short tour of the church. Meet in the village hall, free car park near the station and opposite St Mary’s Church. Contact Ruth Harling leaving your phone number if booking a cream tea.
Wednesday 3 July 10.30 A 4½-mile leisurely walk. Meet in the car park of The Bowl Inn, Egg Hill Road, Charing (near Stalisfield Green) TN27 0HG (GR: 950514). For more information and to book a place contact Ken Hando including your contact number.
Friday 5 July 10.15 A 7½-mile walk from Walmer. We will walk inland to the Dover Patrol Monument near St Margaret’s Bay and return along the coastal path with a lunch stop at The Zetland Arms at about 1 pm. Please phone the pub in advance if you wish to eat there. Alternatively bring a packed lunch to eat by the beach. The return to the car park is an easy 1½ miles further along the coastal path. Park in the large free car park by the beach near Walmer Castle CT14 7LJ. Contact: Janet Batson leaving your name and contact details.
Thursday 18 July 2.00 An hour’s stroll. There is an opportunity for tea at the end. Meet inside the entrance to Westgate Gardens, St Peter’s Street, Canterbury CT1 2 BQ. To book a place contact Penny Stevens, leaving a contact number.
Tuesday 23 July 10.30 A 6-mile circular walk from St Margaret’s at Cliffe. Refreshments afterwards at the Pines Gardens Tea Rooms and Museum. Meet at the (free) car park in the village. CT15 6AA. To book a place contact Penny Stevens, leaving a contact number:.
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Tuesday 30 July 10.30 A 5½-mile walk using sections of the Elham Valley Way to Hearts
Delight, through Charlton Wood to Bishopsbourne and back to
Kingston through Charlton Park. Mostly good paths and
bridleways with minimal road, possible mud in Charlton Wood.
Some fairly modest ascents.
Meet at The Black Robin, Kingston CT4 6HS (GR: 201512). Please
advise whether pub lunch is required.
To book a place please contact Marian Youngman leaving your
contact details.
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Volunteer Recruitment
I would like to thank the two members who have responded to
my plea in the last newsletter. Both have been welcomed and are
in the process of taking up their tasks.
I have another couple of months in the role of volunteer
coordinator before I hand over to Barbara Rogers. If you feel you
can spare some time to help out, please do not hesitate to
contact me on: [email protected]
Ursula Steiger
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The Summer programme will be circulated in early April
and the Main Programme in early June.
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Advance Notice
U3A Autumn Coach Holiday to the Historic Houses and Heritage of Norfolk
13 –17 October 2019
We shall be staying on a half-board basis at a 4-star hotel
near Norwich.
We will see Sutton Hoo, Norwich city and Cathedral,
take a cruise on the Norfolk Broads,
visit the Sandringham Estate and Oxburgh Hall,
enjoy a narrow-gauge railway excursion,
and visit Blickling Hall, Ely Cathedral and Anglesey Abbey.
Full details and how to apply will be published in the June
Newsletter and on the website at that time.
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U3A Review The U3A Review which is being sent out with this newsletter is to be the last to be published, after a decision of the committee. Articles which would have been in the Review are now to be made available online.
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Monthly Meetings 13 March Smuggling on the South Coast. Chris McCooey
10 April AGM
Tues 14 May Open Day
12 June Great Ormond Street Hospital. Speaker tbc
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