9th February 2026
Ukulele Strummers
Every Monday : 2-4 pm at a Member's Home. A Group for recent beginners to develop and improve basic ukulele skills.
Contact Sue Howard. Email: sulizhow@hotmail.com
9th February 2026
Bridge
Friendly group seeks more members. Cards drawn for partners.
2 - 4.30 pm weekly in Methodist Church. £3 inc refreshments. Why not come along?
Contact Alan Rooks : 07969 919857
10th February 2026
Monthly Meeting
Doors open at 1.30 pm, so come along and book your outings and socialise with friends.
The Hoarder Next Door. Speaker : Steven Bruce
plus usual refreshments.
11th February 2026
Kurling
Every Wednesday 11 am - noon. Village Hall.
You don’t need special equipment as we will provide all you need. If you have trouble bending we have an answer for that to. Small charge to cover the cost of the venue.
Details from Ian Paterson on 07859 762422
11th February 2026
Ukelele
Small lounge at VH. 11:15 am - 12:30 pm. For details, please contact David Wild on 277 5881.
11th February 2026
Carpet Bowls
In the Scout Hut, as usual 2-4 pm.
Contact Barry Hillyard on 0116 277 4187
11th February 2026
Handbell Ringing
From 2- 4 pm at Methodist Church, Wigston Street.
Contact : Zoe Paterson on 07495 768006
11th February 2026
Flower Arranging
Second Wednesday of each month 2.00 - 4.00 pm in small lounge, Countesthorpe Village Hall. £3
12th February 2026
Art
2.00 - 4.00 pm every Thursday in the Methodist church room, Wigston Street. £3 inc tea/biscuits.
13th February 2026
Line Dancing
11.30 am - 12.30 pm in the Village Hall. £3.00 per session.
Call Maud on 07941 759856
14th February 2026
Pickleball
Every Saturday 11-12 am - Countesthorpe College Sports Hall, Winchester Rd
Age appropriate sport which combines tennis, badminton and table tennis.
£4 per session.
To attend or for more details call Sheila Pennington on 07703 290886
15th February 2026
Solo Sunday Lunch
Lutterworth Golf Club
Pre-orders required menu in small lounge at February meeting.
12.00 for 12.30pm.
Call Hilary on 07539 523726 or Carol on 277 8999.
16th February 2026
French Conversation
10-11 am on the first and third Mondays.
USUALLY in small Lounge, Village Hall, but essential to check with Dorothy. £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
16th February 2026
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
16th February 2026
Creative Writing
3rd Monday each month - 2 pm at Brook Court.
Theme: Electric/Electricity
50p for refreshments and 50p for room.
Details from Mikki on 277 5509
16th February 2026
Cryptic Crosswords
2 pm at at Ursula's home, 26 Shetland Way, Countesthorpe.
First and third Mondays in each month 2 - 4pm
New members who are interested would be welcomed, as support is available. Call Ursula on 277 5881.
16th February 2026
Ukulele Strummers
Every Monday : 2-4 pm at a Member's Home. A Group for recent beginners to develop and improve basic ukulele skills.
Contact Sue Howard. Email: sulizhow@hotmail.com
17th February 2026
SWANS
Oakfield Park
Oakfield Park CP, Hospital Lane
Details from Pauline on 277 9338 or 07936 555048
18th February 2026
Kurling
Every Wednesday 11 am - noon. Village Hall.
NEW MEMBERS WANTED
Come along and have a jolly hour being competitive as well as chatting and being sporty! Keep those steps up! You don’t need special equipment as we will provide all you need. If you have trouble bending we have an answer for that to.
Kurling is easy to learn and difficult to master (just ask us) We currently pay £5 per hour but that will reduce the more Kurlers we get.
Come and see for your self. Details from Ian Paterson on 07859 762422
18th February 2026
Ukulele
11:15 am - 12:30 pm in small lounge. £1. Details from David Wild on 277 5881
18th February 2026
Carpet Bowls
In the Scout Hut, as usual 2-4 pm.
Contact Barry Hillyard on 0116 277 4187
18th February 2026
Handbells
2-4 pm at Methodist Church, Wigston Street. Each Wednesday
Contact : Zoe Paterson on 07495 768006
18th February 2026
Literature
2 pm in Residents' Lounge, Brook Court. 50p for room, 50p for refreshments.
Reading choice : Any Biography /Autobiography
Details from Teresa Morgan on 07882 604263
For reading list, see the Activity Group page.
19th February 2026
Art
2.00 - 4.00 pm every Thursday in the Methodist church room, Wigston Street.
£3 includes refreshments.
20th February 2026
Line Dancing
11.30 am - 12.30 pm in the Village Hall. £4.00 per session.
Call Maud on 07941 759856
21st February 2026
Pickleball
Every Saturday 11-12 am - Countesthorpe College Sports Hall, Winchester Rd
Age appropriate sport which combines tennis, badminton and table tennis.
£4 per session.
To attend or for more details call Sheila Pennington on 07703 290886
23rd February 2026
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
23rd February 2026
Jazz Appreciation
Meet between 3 and 5 pm at Malcolm's home, 17 Linden Avenue. Details from Joan on 277 5369.
27th February 2026
Discussion
10 am - noon at Brook Court, Countesthorpe - residents' lounge.
Topic: Current weight loss trends
Details from David Fagg on 07775 730378 or Janine Tibbles on 07970 648979
2nd March 2026
French Conversation
10-11 am on the first and third Mondays.
USUALLY in small Lounge, Village Hall, but essential to check with Dorothy. £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
2nd March 2026
Cryptic Crosswords
2 pm at Ursula's home, 26 Shetland Way, Countesthorpe.
First and third Mondays in each month 2 - 4pm
New members who are interested would be welcomed, as support is available. Call Ursula on 277 5881.
2nd March 2026
Bridge
Friendly group seeks more members. Cards drawn for partners. 2 - 4.30 pm weekly in Methodist Church. £3 inc refreshments. Why not come along?
Contact Alan Rooks : 07969 919857
3rd March 2026
SWANS
Watermead Park, Thurmaston
Mill Lane, Thurmaston, CP
Details from Pauline on 277 9338 or 07936 555048
3rd March 2026
Classical Music
Meet at Barry's home (35 Station Rd) at 7 pm.
4th March 2026
Scrabble
First Wednesday in each month
2-4.30 pm in Residents' Lounge, Brook Court. Call Carol for details on 277 8999
5th March 2026
Birdwatching
Brandon Marsh. Meet at VH 9.30, shared cars.
Lunch at The Bull, Brinklow
Details from Janet Easey on 277 2544.
11th March 2026
Flower Arranging
Second Wednesday of each month 2.00 - 4.00 pm in small lounge, Countesthorpe Village Hall. £3
15th March 2026
Literature
2 pm in Residents' Lounge, Brook Court. 50p for room, 50p for refreshments.
Reading choice : Any book by Scot Mariani
Details from Teresa Morgan on 07882 604263
For reading list, see the Activity Group page.
24th March 2026
Mamma Mia
At Curve, Leicester. £60 payable by 13th January 2025. Leave Cosby Nook 5.55, then VH, SQ, Coll, SW, then MC approx 6:15pm.
Book/pay at theatre desk in small lounge or call Janine on 07970 648979 or Gill on 07757 007025
16th April 2026
Hereford & Hop Pocket Craft Village
Explore the rich history and architecture of Hereford with its iconic cathedral, home to the 13th century medieval Mappa Mundi, and the 17th century chained library. Wander the historic streets or take a relaxing walk along the River Wye. We will then head to the Hop Pocket Shopping Village, a family-run garden centre with craft and gift shops, a food hall and farmhouse restaurant.
Cost £35 Leave VH at 8.00 am, then SQ, Coll, SW and MC by 8.15 am. Arrive back home by 6.30 pm.
Pay by 14th April
Book/pay at desk in small lounge or contact David on 0116 479 0945 / email: davidheb@talktalk.net
23rd April 2026
Sunny Afternoon
2:15 Matinee at Curve, Leicester. £47, payable by 12 Feb 2026. Leave Cosby Nook 12.45 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
27th April 2026
Isle of Wight
SOLD OUT
Warner Bembridge Coastal Resort, Isle of Wight.
Monday April 27th - Friday May 1st, 2026.
Holiday includes travel from Countesthorpe, return ferry crossing, buffet breakfast and evening dinner.
Warners entertainment and activity programme.
Excursions include a visit to Whippingham Church & Osborne House (plus other excursions t.b.a.)
£530pp. Deposit of £50 p.p. to secure asap. £10 non-refundable. Balance by 10th Feb. 2026
More details on the Booking Form below, which will be available in the small lounge at the Monthly Meetings.
1st May 2026
MEMBERSHIP
To join as a NEW member, please click on the attachment and download the form. All instructions are on the form
Subscriptions for 2025/6 are £20 for full membership. Associate membership (with proof of full membership of another U3A) costs £10
To RENEW your membership FOR 2025/6
1 Renewals due from 1 June 2025 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 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 0116 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.
19th May 2026
Ashbourne & Tissington Well Dressing
Experience the historic Well Dressing Event in the Derbyshire village of Tissington where each well is decorated with flowers on a Biblical theme. We then pay a visit to the beautiful market town of Ashbourne in the heart of the Derbyshire Dales.
Cost £30 Leave VH at 9.00 am, then SQ, Coll, SW and MC by 9.15 am. Arrive back home by 6.00 pm.
Pay by 12th May
Book/pay at desk in small lounge or contact David on 0116 479 0945 / email: davidheb@talktalk.net
23rd May 2026
Breathing Corpses
At Market Harborough at 2.30 pm with free time in the morning.
£35 payable by 10 March. Leave Cosby Nook 9.30 am, MC, SW, Coll, VH and SQ approx 9.45 am.
Book/pay at theatre desk in small lounge or call Janine on 07970 648979 or Gill on 07757 007025
9th July 2026
York
Step back in time in York. Discover York Minster’s soaring spires, wander through The Medieval Shambles, walk along St Petergate, with its quirky shops, welcoming taverns, and a buzzing café scene. View York from the historic City Walls or take a boat trip down the river Ouse.
Cost £35 Leave VH at 8.00 am, then SQ, Coll, SW and MC by 8.15 am. Arrive back home by 6.30 pm.
Pay by 9th June
23rd July 2026
Waitress
At Curve, Leicester Thursday 23rd July 2026, 2:15. £48 payable by 12th June. Leave Cosby Nook 12:45 then VH, SQ, Coll, SW then MC approximately 1:05
Book/pay at theatre desk in small lounge or call Janine on 07970 648979 or Gill on 07757 007025
15th September 2026
Royal Windsor
A Royal Borough with a mix of history, culture & heritage, with Windsor Castle dominating the town. Explore the town and castle, then take a short walk over the footbridge into Eton, famous for its college or enjoy a river trip along the Thames. Much see and plenty of places to enjoy a meal.
Cost £35 Leave VH at 8.00 am, then SQ, Coll, SW and MC by 8.15 am. Arrive back home by 6.30 pm.
Pay by 8th September
21st November 2026
Ely Cathedral and Christmas Market
Visit one of the country's most unique and atmospheric locations for a Christmas Fair. For four days only Ely Cathedral's magnificent nave, Lady Chapel and its surrounding grounds will fill with stalls- the perfect place to pick up something special for your loved ones (or yourself!). Having left the Cathedral behind, enjoy a walk around this historic Fenland city.
Cost £30 Leave VH at 8.00 am, then SQ, Coll, SW and MC by 8.15 am. Arrive back home by 6.30 pm.
Pay by 10th November