1st May 2023
MEMBERSHIP
To join as a NEW member, please click on the attachment and download the form. All instructions are on the form
Subscriptions for 2024/5 are £20 for full membership. Associate membership (with proof of full membership of another U3A) costs £10
To RENEW your membership FOR 2024/5
1 Renewals due from 1 June 2024 There is no need to complete another membership application form. If you have changed your phone number, address or email, please advise Barry to enable us to keep in touch with you.
2 BANK TRANSFER: Payee: The Countesthorpe U3A. Sort Code: 40-12-35 A/c no: 01402889 It is IMPORTANT that you use your U3A membership number as the reference, FOLLOWED by your name. If you do not know your number, call Barry or June who will be able to help.
3 CHEQUE: payable to "COUNTESTHORPE U3A", to our Membership Secretary, Mr B Hillyard, 35 Station Rd, Countesthorpe, Leicester LE8 5TA. You can also use the U3A's deposit box at the Library/Parish Office.
4 CASH: To our Membership Secretary, Mr B Hillyard, 35 Station Rd, Countesthorpe, Leicester LE8 5TA.
IF YOUR MEMBERSHIP HAS LAPSED, THEN PLEASE FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS FOR NEW MEMBERS AS ABOVE. fees are as above. If you are unsure whether your membership lapsed, then please contact Barry on 277 4187.
MEMBERSHIP CARDS will not be issued, as little use is made of them. Proof of membership can be provided on request to Barry, if this is required.
9th June 2023
Current Newsletter
Well, here is our current Newsletter - with a report on the Scenic Pennines holiday, and an update on various groups.
Click below to open the current Newsletter, now published in June and December.
1st October 2024
Classical Music
Meet at Barry's home (35 Station Rd) at 7 pm.
2nd October 2024
Kurling
11 am - noon. Village Hall. £1.50 Friendly banter or more serious competition - as you choose!
2nd October 2024
Ukelele
Small lounge at VH. 11 am - 12 noon. For details, please contact David Wild on 277 5881.
2nd October 2024
Scrabble
2-4.30 pm in Residents' Lounge, Brook Court. Call Carol for details on 277 8999
2nd October 2024
Handbell Ringing
From 2- 4 pm at Methodist Church.
2nd October 2024
Carpet Bowls
In the Scout Hut, as usual 2-4 pm.
2nd October 2024
Italian Conversation
4-5 pm in small lounge at Countesthorpe Village Hall. £2 (may vary in the future). Come along and enjoy developing your conversation skills within an informal, friendly and varied ability group. Details from David Hebblewhite on 0116 479 0945
2nd October 2024
Seated Mobility
10-11 am each Wednesday at the Mountain High Gym in Central Street, Countesthorpe (between the Health Centre and the car park). The perfect solution for those who want to maintain balance and mobiilty but who cannot do Fit For Life. £5 per session. Details from Beryl Lishman on 0116 277 0405
2nd October 2024
Handbells
2-4 pm at Methodist Church, Wigston Street. Each Wednesday
3rd October 2024
Birdwatching
Thornton Reservoir. Leave Village Hall in shared cars at 9.30 am. Details from Janet Easey on 277 2544.
3rd October 2024
Slimming (CHEWS)
Meet from 9 am at Pamela's home. First and third Thursdays of the month. No charge. Group size may be limited due to space restrictions. Call Ruth on 277 1533
3rd October 2024
Art
2.00 - 4.00 pm every Thursday in the Methodist church room, Wigston Street. £3 includes refreshments.
4th October 2024
Line Dancing
11.30 am - 12.30 pm in the Village Hall. £3.00 per session. Call Maud on 07941 759856.
7th October 2024
French Conversation
10-11 am on the first and third Mondays. Class held at a member's home - call Dorothy or Gill for details. £2. Varied ability French speakers helping each other to improve, using a variety of means. Details from Dorothy on 07411 163396 or Gill on 0116 284 8171
7th October 2024
Fit for Life
11.30 am - 12.30 pm in Village Hall, Countesthorpe. £5 per session. Open to all U3A members - just turn up with suitable shoes and loose clothing. Details from Diana on 277 9142
7th October 2024
Cryptic Crosswords
2 pm at Ursula's home, 26 Shetland Way, Countesthorpe. New members who are interested would be welcomed, as support is available. Call Ursula on 277 5881.
7th October 2024
Bridge
Friendly group seeks more members. Cards drawn for partners. 2 - 4.30 pm weekly in Methodist Church. £2 inc refreshments. Why not come along?
8th October 2024
Monthly Meeting
Doors open at 1.30 pm, so come along and book your outings and socialise with friends. Magic - a talk and show (Speaker - John Constatine) before refreshments.
9th October 2024
Kurling
11 am - noon. Village Hall. £1.50 Friendly banter or more serious competition - as you choose!
9th October 2024
Ukulele
11 am - 12 noon in small lounge. £1. Details from David Wild on 277 5881
9th October 2024
Flower Arranging
2.00 - 4.00 pm in small lounge, Countesthorpe Village Hall. £3
9th October 2024
Seated Mobility
10-11 am each Wednesday at the Mountain High Gym in Central Street, Countesthorpe (between the Health Centre and the car park). The perfect solution for those who want to maintain balance and mobiilty but who cannot do Fit For Life. £5 per session. Details from Beryl Lishman on 0116 277 0405
10th October 2024
Line Dancing
11.30 am - 12.30 pm in the Village Hall. £3.00 per session. Call Maud on 07941 759856
10th October 2024
Art
2.00 - 4.00 pm every Thursday in the Methodist church room, Wigston Street. £3 inc tea/biscuits.
13th October 2024
Solo Sunday Lunch
12 noon for 12.30 pm at The Shires, Peatling Parva Names on the list in lounge please. Call Hilary on 277 1176 or Carol on 277 8999.
14th October 2024
Fit for Life
11.30 am - 12.30 pm in Village Hall, Countesthorpe. £5 per session. Open to all U3A members - just turn up with suitable shoes and loose clothing. Details from Diana on 277 9142
14th October 2024
Country Dancing
2.00 - 3.30 pm in the Village Hall. For details, please call Patsy on 277 6259
15th October 2024
SWANS
Bradgate Park. 10.30 am at Newtown Linford P&D CP. Details from Pauline on 277 9338 or 07936 555048
16th October 2024
Creative Writing
2 pm at Brook Court. Theme: "Crumbs." 50p for refreshments and 50p for room. Details from Mikki on 277 5509
16th October 2024
Literature
2 - 3.30 pm at Brook Court, Residents' Lounge. Trespass by Rose Tremain. Details from Rosemary on 278 8912. For reading list, see Activity Group page
17th October 2024
Murder on the Orient Express
At Curve, Leicester. £39 payable by 12 July. Leave Cosby Nook 12.40 pm, then VH, SQ, Coll, SW, then MC approx 1.05 pm. Book/pay at theatre desk in small lounge or call Janine on 07970 648979 or Gill on 07757 007025
17th October 2024
Slimming (CHEWS)
Meet from 9 am at Pamela's home. Note change of meeting plan - now first and third Thursdays of the month. No charge. Group size may be limited due to space restrictions. Call Ruth on 277 1533
21st October 2024
French Conversation
10-11 am on the first and third Mondays. Class held at a member's home - call Dorothy or Gill for details. £2. Varied ability French speakers helping each other to improve, using a variety of means. Details from Dorothy on 07411 163396 or Gill on 0116 284 8171
21st October 2024
Cryptic Crosswords
2 pm at Ursula's home. New members who are interested would be welcomed, as support is available. Call Ursula on 277 5881.
25th October 2024
Discussion
10 am - noon at Brook Court, Countesthorpe - residents' lounge. Topic: "Hallowe'en and other festivals" Details from David Fagg on 07775 730378 or Janine Tibbles on 07970 648979
28th October 2024
Country Dancing
2.00 - 3.00 pm in the Village Hall. More dancers sought - why not try this great activity! For details, please call Patsy on 277 6259
28th October 2024
Jazz Appreciation
Meet between 3 and 5 pm at Malcolm's home, 17 Linden Avenue. Details from Joan on 277 5369.
31st October 2024
Walking (CARE)
Leave Countesthorpe Village Hall car park at 9.30 am in shared cars. Walk for about 4 or 4.5 miles from The Shires, Peatling Parva. Contacts for this walk are Janet on 277 2544 and Jenny on 277 3396. Optional pub lunch. New walkers are always welcome! General info from Allen on 277 3665 or Malcolm on 277 2599.
NEW GROUP LEADER URGENTLY REQUIRED. SPEAK TO ALLEN IF INTERESTED FOR MORE DETAILS.
13th November 2024
Flower Arranging
2.00 - 4.00 pm in small lounge, Countesthorpe Village Hall. £3
20th November 2024
Literature
2 pm in Residents' Lounge, Brook Court. "As I Walked Out One Midsummer Morning" by Laurie Lee. 50p for room, 50p for refreshments. More Information from Rosemary on 278 8912
28th November 2024
Belvoir Castle (Xmas)
A visit to this year's special themed Christmas Experience at historic Belvoir Castle. Enjoy the colourful displays and also a chance to buy some Christmas gifts. As part of the visit, we will enjoy Morning Tea/Coffee in the Castle. A stop off at Melton Mowbray after visiting the Castle where we can visit Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe and stock up with Stilton Cheese and Pork Pies! Cost £40 Leave VH at 9.30 am, then SQ, Coll, SW and MC by 9.45 am. Arrive back home by 4.00 pm. Book/pay at Outings table or call David Hebblewhite on 0116 479 0945
5th December 2024
My Fair Lady
At Curve, Leicester. "My Fair Lady" - musical. £53 payable by 10 Sept. Leave Cosby Nook 5:55, then VH, SQ, Coll, SW, then MC approx 6:15. Book/pay at theatre desk in small lounge or call Janine on 07970 648979 or Gill on 07757 007025
6th December 2024
Christmas Lunch
At Taste Restaurant, Leicester College (Aylestone Campus). Forms available at monthly meetings, or here on the website. Please complete IN FULL, and return WITH PAYMENT asap, and not later than 1 November to secure your place. £24 meal only (make your own way) or £30 to include coach travel (53 seats only). Cost includes prize draw ticket and gratuities. Coach will leave Mulberry Court, at 11.20 am, followed by Winchester Rd (near Southway), College, Village Hall, the Square, Social Centre (Blaby) and Carver's Corner.
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17th March 2025
Tina (Tina Turner Musical)
At Curve, Leicester. "Tina" - Tina Turner musical. Easy access seats, Row N £65, or rows U and V £55 payable by 9th December 2024. Leave Cosby Nook 5:55, then VH, SQ, Coll, SW, then MC approx 6:15. Book/pay at theatre desk in small lounge or call Janine on 07970 648979 or Gill on 07757 007025
12th April 2025
Deathtrap
At Market Harborough with free time before the show at 2.30 pm. £35 payable by 11 Feb. Leave Cosby Nook 9.30 am, then MC approx 9.35 am, then SW, Coll, VH and SQ approx 10 am. Return approx 6 pm. Book/pay at theatre desk in small lounge or call Janine on 07970 648979 or Gill on 07757 007025