Beccles

Special Interest Groups

The grass roots of the u3a is its Special Interest Groups. Convened by the members for the members, anyone can form a group that reflects their special interest. Covering a vast range of subjects, most groups welcome people of all abilities.

If you are interested in joining a group, please contact the convenor via the bird on the specific group webpage for more information.

To find a Beccles u3a group go to the Group Pages.

Special Interest Group Events

Gardening Quiz 2026
12 November 2026
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Two of our regular members have generously offered to compile and lead a quiz. This will be a light-hearted and enjoyable way of getting together and adding to our knowledge - gardeners never stop learning!
Cost: £5.00 (members and guests) to cover the hire of the hall, speakers and refreshments
Christmas Social with Hands-on Festive Fun!
10 December 2026
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Get into the festive spirit with your Beccles Gardening Group! We invite you to make your own Christmas decorations, share party food and drinks and listen to your favourite Christmas tunes! We will be making Christmas wreaths (wreath forms available) or you can bring along your own ideas....
Cost: £5.00 (members and guests) to cover the hire of the hall, speakers and refreshments

There are over 50 special interest groups available to all Beccles u3a members, they range from Arts and Crafts and to Languages, Music, Outdoor and other activities.

If you are interested in joining a particular group, you may attend 2 sessions without charge before attending any further sessions. However, the group convenor may, at their discretion, ask for a contribution if the meeting incurs significant expense.

NB. If you are not a registered Beccles u3a member you will be required to join Beccles u3a before you can attend any further sessions.

To find out what is available go to the Group Pages and have a look.

Do you have an idea for a group? Are you ready to lead a group? Contact the Group Coordinator, the Chair or any member of the Committee to discuss your idea.

Online Groups

in addition to the groups organised and convened by members of Beccles u3a, there are also many online groups available some of which are not available through our branch.
To find out more click on Interest Groups Online

Links

Group Convenors Handbook

Group Pages

Venues Table

Interest Groups Online

Request to Update Group Pages

Beccles u3a Group Pages

Groups listed by category

#Arts and Crafts

#Card and Board Games

#Food for Thought

#French Groups

#Gardening

#History

#Indoor Pursuits

#Languages

#Music

#Outdoor Exercise

#Social

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