Beccles

At our Annual Plant Fair, we bring along surplus plants, bulbs and garden related items which need new homes. Everyone gets a chance ....

Venue: Blyburgate Hall

Cost: £4 includes refreshment

Bruce is our local Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) Representative and will talk about the wide ranging scope of work to ensure both individual graves and major memorial sites remain part of local and national heritage.

Venue: Beccles Public Hall & Theatre

Cost: Free for registered u3a members

One of our most popular outings, enjoy the peace and beauty of the River Waveney from the water. Glide between shady banks and enjoy watching the water birds paddle by. This delightful cruise will take you from Beccles to Oulton Broad where you can stretch your legs and have lunch before returning

Venue: Hipperson's Boatyard, Beccles

Cost: Cost is £27pp which includes river trip only

Helmingham’s Spring Fair takes place over two days on Sunday 24 and Monday 25 May, from 10:00am to 4:00pm. An inspiring day out for both experienced and novice gardeners alike! - With specialist nurseries, artisan stalls, live music, children’s activities and dedicated conservation areas, there’s something to enjoy for every age and interest.

Cost: Cost is £32pp which includes coach travel and entry to the Plant Fare and the Grade 1 listed gardens

In this illustrated talk, David tells of the early days in his career and how he and his twin brother, Tony ended up at Maplins Holiday Camp in the long-running BBC comedy series "Hi De Hi".

Venue: Beccles Public Hall & Theatre

Cost: Free for registered u3a members

The outing to Orford offers a flexible choice: members may explore Orford Ness, Orford Castle, or both. It’s a slightly unusual trip, but a rewarding one, with striking landscapes, Cold War history, and one of England’s best‑preserved medieval keeps waiting to be discovered.

Cost: Cost is £22pp for coach travel only, plus £5 for the Ness ferry. All entry fees are paid individually on arrival.

Gressenhall Farm & Workhouse, a remarkable site that brings Norfolk’s rural and social history vividly to life. Members can explore the restored workhouse, the museum galleries, and the working farm at their own pace. Whether you’re drawn to powerful stories of the past or the open countryside around the site, Gressenhall offers a varied and engaging day out with plenty of space to wander and discover.

Cost: Cost is £25 pp which includes coach travel, entry fees are £17 paid individually on arrival.

One of England's great archaeological sites, West Stow has extensive indoor galleries and a stunning recreation of an Anglo-Saxon village surrounded by 125 acres of unspoilt countryside. Fullers Mill is a seven-acre garden and is a tranquil, enchanting waterside oasis located in the heart of Suffolk. It combines dappled woodland with a rich collection of shrubs, perennials, lilies and marginal plants to create a year-round garden.

Cost: Cost £41 pp which includes coach travel and entry

Venue: Hungate Methodist Church

Cost: Free entry

One of our most popular outings, enjoy the peace and beauty of the River Waveney from the water. Glide between shady banks and enjoy watching the water birds paddle by. This delightful cruise will take you from Beccles to Oulton Broad where you can stretch your legs and have lunch before returning

Venue: Hipperson's Boatyard, Beccles

Cost: Cost is £27pp which includes river trip only

Christchurch Mansion, is a Tudor gem nestled in Ipswich’s beautiful parkland. Inside, you’ll find period rooms rich with history, from Georgian elegance to Victorian comfort, alongside an impressive collection of art including works by Gainsborough and Constable. The mansion’s setting in Christchurch Park adds to the charm, offering peaceful walks and lovely views.

Cost: Cost £25 pp for the coach, free entry.

Venue: Hungate Methodist Church

Cost: Free entry