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Interest Groups

The heart of any u3a is the interest group.  These are run by members with an enthusiasm for a subject, for members with a similar enthusiasm.  Prior knowledge of a subject is not required - this is learning for fun.

Once a full u3a member, joining a group is entirely optional but many people belong to more than one group. Groups usually meet once or twice a month at a local venue or arrange trips of interest. Some groups may require extra funding for the venue, for trips or other incidental expenses.

OPEN GROUPS - These are open to all members and are a great way to meet people informally. Our Lunch Club, Theatre Group, Singing For Pleasure and three walking groups (not-too-strenuous) are always popular.

INTEREST GROUPS - These are generally smaller in size and focus on more specific study areas. Click on the group name to find out more about its activities.

For more information about joining a group or forming a new group, please meet the Groups Secretary over a cup of tea in the hall after the regular meetings, or send an email to Groups Secretary  .

Nearly all groups meet face to face, with a small number using Zoom. The list below shows the current groups.

The Groupfest 2024 at Hitchin Town Hall in September when interest groups were showing off their activities

STOP PRESS: As we do not have an Interest Group for Bridge, you may be interested in this new course run by Hitchin Bridge Club

Beginners Bridge Courses.

The beginner's course for 26/27 will start on Monday 5th October 2026 at 7.15 p.m. - Our Lady's RC Church Hall 16 Nightingale Road Hitchin SG5 1QS.

The course runs over 3 terms of 10 weeks. The cost is £80 per term but no payment will be requested until week 3 of the first term giving time for students to be sure they wish to learn to play this absorbing and challenging game.

Each lesson lasts approx. 2 ½ hours but students are welcome to stay longer to practise, chat or watch play in the adjoining area.

Partners are not required. Refreshments are included.

At the end of the course the opportunity for supervised practice playing sessions will be available for several weeks and thereafter students will be encouraged and supported to move into regular club bridge. 

Concessionary fees (reducing the cost by 50%) are available for any student who is still in full time education or who is receipt of any means tested benefit.

Follow the link to the Bridge Club Website for more details. https://www.bridgewebs.com/hitchin

Groups listed alphabetically