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South East Region

The NWR South East Region is divided into nine areas each of which contains a number of groups as set out below. If you cannot find a group near you please get in touch as new groups are being formed all the time.

SE01
Name	Meets	Comments
Alton	Wednesday	Small, very friendly group with both new and longstanding members. Varied programme including annual barbecue and country walk.
Andover	Varies	Alternate Wednesday Programmes include: research, quiz, food, topical; book club meeting each term; partners welcomed to new year's party and summer al fresco. From Jan 2008 will meet on the 4th Tues of every month.
Basingstoke		Various Longstanding friendly group with lively varied programme which includes researched topics, speakers, "no-holds-barred" discussions, pub lunches, gallery visits and much much more...
Bramley	Thursday	A varied programme of meetings and outings.
Chineham & Old Basing
Hook		We meet fortnightly on a Tues, Weds or Thurs evening. As well as regular evening meetings we arrange outings to historic places. (E.g. Bat Cave and Hawk Conservancy) We have a daytime walking group and a dining circle. • Programme of Events (PDF)
Medstead Four Marks	Tuesday	We are a smallish group with monthly evening meetings. We span two villages in the GU34 area. Our calendar usually includes a meal out in spring and a walk in the summer, with a good mixture of other subjects. Although fairly long established, new members would be made very welcome.
Odiham		We meet once a month on varying days of the week. We are a friendly local group with a varied programme and very sociable. We have a lunch group, a book exchange and have summer days out.
Sherfield-on-Loddon	Thursday once a month	We try to have a variety of meetings each year which comprise of discussions, book evenings, speakers, socials with husbands/partners, rambles and theatre trips.
Tadley	Variable days	We meet twice a month on variable days. Varied programme, annual Safari Supper. • Programme of Events (PDF)
Woolton Hill	Wednesdays	We are a very friendly local group with a varied programme. We usually meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month except for August when there is no meeting. New members are very much welcomed.

SE02
Name	Meets	Comments
Byfleet	Monday	Book and walking groups
Camberley	Monday	Dining and book groups
Farnborough		We meet fortnightly and would be pleased to welcome prospective new members.
Farnham	Tuesday	We meet twice each month on Tuesdays at 8pm. We sometimes have an outside speaker or join other local groups for an evening . We take part in national events and have two subgroups, which meet once a month, a book group on Tuesdays, and a Friday group which goes on trips.
Godalming		Godalming group Meets: various evenings, Monday - Thursdays. Details: Small group with varied programme including serious and frivolous discussions, themed meals and quizzes, outings and theatre trips. Includes book group. New members always welcome.
Guildford	Tuesday	We are a friendly and sociable group, with a lively programme including discussions, outings and visiting speakers. We have a social gathering every month (partners welcome but not obligatory) varying from pot luck suppers and themed parties to barbecues with garden games. Most of us are in our 50s and 60s, but new members of any age would be welcomed. We also have a Book Group & Walking Group.
Horsley	Fortnightly	Also a bridge group and book group.
Woking	Wednesday	We meet fortnightly on a Weds from 8-10.30pm (except Aug). We have planning meetings twice a year for members to choose meeting topics. Countdown quizzes, Book Reviews, Themed Collage Making & Pre-Christmas Meals are popular. On other recent evenings we have had a murder mystery evening, investigated a charity, learnt a new skill in 10 mins, tried our hand at editing and wre invited to a calligrapher's studio.

SE03
Name	Meets	Comments
Beckenham		We are a long established friendly group who meet fortnightly for a range of activities; discussions and speaker meetings, meals, theatre or gallery visits, London walks, plant swaps. We also have a monthly morning group to discuss topics of current interest. New members are always welcome. • Programme of Events (PDF)
Burgh Heath	Tuesday	We meet Tuesday mornings during term time. We have a book club that meets once a month and frequent organised walks. We also arrange trips to the Theatre.
Croydon
Dittons Esher	Tuesday
Hayes	Varies	We meet fortnightly on a Monday - Thursday rotation. We are an active group with walks, theatre visits, parties, dinner parties and lots of discussion.
Kingston-on-Thames / New Malden	Fortnightly, Mon to Thurs on rotation.	We are a friendly group with some daytime meetings. Coffee, bookswaps, summer BBQ and winter meal with partners, theatre group. Occasional Visits to places of interest. Mens group (women sometimes invited!)
Merton Park	Varied nights, approx every 3 weeks	Merton Park group welcomes new members. In addition to our regular meetings, the book circle meets on the second Tuesday of each month. Some energetic members enjoy a monthly Saturday walking group. We also have occasional extra outings, garden parties; visits to galleries and lunchtime get togethers. New ideas are always welcome.
Petts Wood / Orpington	Wednesday	Varied programme
Shepperton Walton	Monday
Sunbury		Walking group
Sutton & Carshalton		We meet on rotating days of the week. We have a book group as well as regular meetings.
Twickenham St Margarets		Our group was formed in the 1970s and still has some of the original members. We have supported each other through illness and other personal crises and are a very friendly and welcoming group having recently attracted several new members. We enjoy a mixture of light-hearted and more serious meetings with occasional outings.
Wimbledon Park
Worcester Park

SE04
Name	Meets	Comments
Bookham	Wednesday	fortnightly Meetings range over discussions, research, speakers, food and outside trips (especially in the summer term). Members like to attend National Conferences and Regional Day Lunches and Workshops. We participate in the National Telephone Treasure Trail every year. There is also a Gardening Gang who meet to look at and talkabout gardens.
Cranleigh	Monday
Dorking	Tuesday	"We are a long-established, friendly group meeting on alternate Tuesdays. We also arrange monthly walks and, in August, days out. Some of us also belong to an informal Arts Discussion Group." • Programme of Events (PDF)
Ewhurst	Tuesdays	We meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 8pm. Our programme includes discussions, research, quizzes etc. Some meetings include food and drink relating to the subject of the meeting. Trips to the theatre and places of interest are arranged. We hold a summer bbq and Xmas party each year for members and their partners.
Horsham	Thursday	Main Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month and Book Group on the 3rd Thursday of the month. • Programme of Events (PDF)
Redhill & Reigate	Fortnightly	We are a lively and friendly group who meet fortnightly (Monday to Thursday) at 8pm, in addition there are coffee mornings at local cafes or garden centres every third week. Our programme consists of discussions, fun evenings (quizzes etc), food and drinks nights and speakers. Trips to the theatre, cinema and places of interest in Surrey and London are also arranged.

SE05
Name	Meets	Comments
Bishops Waltham	Once a month on Wednesdays.	Our meetings are from 10:00 to 12:00 in each others houses.
Chandlers Ford Eastleigh B	Wednesday	Chandler's Ford B is a lively group, small but dynamic. We meet fortnightly on Wednesdays in our members' houses. Our programme is varied with many lively discussions on topical subjects and occasional speakers. We also have a thriving book group. We have social events with partners several times a year and a "birthday club" which meets regularly for pub lunches.
Chandlers Ford Eastleigh D		Chandler's Ford D is a large and dynamic group. There are many offshoots that give a variety and spice to our lives. Discussions and talks can be 'in house' or have a speaker. They range from fascinating and interesting to awe inspiring and fun. Two book clubs catering for readers who meet once a month and also the 'Relaxed Readers'. Theatre club reviews what's on in the surrounding area and arranges trips that can include partners. It has offshoots to the cinema or even a video at home. The day group is just that and arranges visits to interesting places, concerts, walks and get-togethers in our homes. Supper club organises a different hostess and guests three times a year. A delightful and delicious way to get to know each other even better. We have social meetings with partners ranging from wine tasting, dinner, picnics and barbecues usually at the weekends once a term.
Dibden Purlieu	Varies	We meet fortnightly on Mondays to Thursdays. We have regular discussion meetings along with speakers and current affairs evenings.
Hedge End	Wednesday	We meet, usually, on the first Wednesday of the month. Our programme consists of talks, debates and discussions. Every year we try to arrange a theatre trip and a guided walk. We also have a very active book group which meets regularly.
Hythe Waterside	Monday - Friday on rotation.	Meetings alternate between topic/speaker and current affairs. Meetings start at 8 pm. We are a group that has been active for over 22 years. As well as having a varied programme, we also share lots of enjoyable social activites. We would like to encourage new members so we don't get too complacent!
Marchwood	Tuesday	We meet the 3rd Tuesday each month except in August. We have regular events during the year, eg pub walk and a meal, a games evening, and we always seem to have lots of meeting involving eating and drinking! We take part in the Telephone Trail every year (some years being more successful than others!). We also have a thriving Diners Club, and we often have events with our 'other halves'.
Medina (Isle of Wight)	Tues & Weds	We meet on alternate Tuesday & Wednesday evenings every fortnight. We are a friendly group and welcome members from all over the Island.
Park Gate	Wednesday
Southampton	Varied	We meet fortnightly, mainly term time on alternate days Mon - Thurs at 8pm. We are a lively and supportive group with long standing and new members. We join in with national events and have our own annual events such as a summer evening walk and various trips. Events involving food and drink are always popular!
Southsea	Monday	"We are lively & sociable. Our meetings are well attended because we all look forward seeing each other. Meetings are held on Mondays fortnightly at 8pm & we take it in turn to host in our own homes. We also meet up regularly in local teashops & restaurants for afternoon tea or a meal. Some members are in the book group. Our local organiser can be contacted via e-mail using the link."
Totton	Fortnightly	Meet approximately every two weeks on a variety of evenings - 8pm. start.
Winchester	Thursday	Term time Morning discussion group, monthly evening discussion group, monthly book club, occasional supper club.

SE06
Name	Meets	Comments
Bognor Regis	Thursday	We are a large and thriving group, with a history going back over 30 years! We meet fortnightly during term times on Thursdays at 8pm. We take part in national themed evenings and the Telephone Treasure Trail, and also have regular social events: Progressive dinner, Spring Walk, Summer barbecue, and Christmas Dinner. We occasionally organise outings and theatre visits. Two LOs each year eases the load and helps create a very varied programme which always includes a number of speakers as well as ideas from members. Speakers are often relatives and friends of members who have knowledge of specialist subjects. We take it in turns to host the meetings in our own homes and welcome new members. We have a separate monthly book group. We are also interested in hearing from nearby groups� and maybe swapping speakers and info on successful evenings? • Programme of Events (PDF)
Chichester	Monday	We meet on the 3rd Monday of every month. We enjoy members' discussion evenings, book discussions, walking in the summer, and always sign up for the NWR themed evenings.
Shoreham by Sea		We meet fortnightly on variable evenings. We are a friendly group that loves a good discussion. We enjoy quizzes and outings. Food events are very popular! We also have a book club that meets twice a year.
Steyning	Fortnightly on Tuesdays 8pm	We offer a varied programme - serious and funny, social events, extravaganzas - food and drink themes are particularly popular! Occasional guest speakers. Two planning meetings per year. Currently 14 members who take it in turns to host the meetings in their homes. All in all a very jolly bunch!
West Chiltington Area	Alternate Thursday	A well established, lively and welcoming group of some 24 members! On average about 15 of us get together on alternate Thursday evenings in each others homes. Our varied programme of topics, including the occasional speaker, is member led and from eight till late can usually be relied upon to provoke discussion and debate. We enjoy sharing food with each other and on occasions even invite partners. We take advantage of everything this lovely county has to offer which can include walks, garden visits, treasure trails and; trips to the theatre, the races, and visits to local organisations.
Worthing Broadwater		We meet fortnightly alternating Monday and Tuesday evenings. Our members enjoy discussions, outings and social events.

SE07
Name	Meets	Comments
Battle & District		We meet fortnightly and have a lively varied programme - do join us. • Programme of Events (PDF)
Brighton		We are a very diverse and active group who meet fortnightly and would welcome new members.
Cuckmere (Seaford)		We are a small friendly group who meet in members homes during the winter months but spend as much time as we can outside during the summer months. Our current programme includes a visit to the Houses of Parliament, BBQ on the beach, Theatre trip, picnic and garden visit.
Eastbourne	Monday	We are a friendly group who welcome new members and meet fortnightly on Monday evenings. Our programme is varied and stimulating, and includes discussion evenings (themed, serious and light hearted), speakers, quizzes, a summers evening walk, a day or afternoon trip and our renowned summer afternoon �hat� tea. • Programme of Events (PDF)
Hailsham		Meet 2nd & 4th Mondays each month at 7.30 pm in members' homes. Wide ranging programme of subjects for discussion plus social and national events. We welcome new members.
Hassocks and Area		Friendly group meeting approx fortnightly on various evenings.
Hastings		MEETINGS ARE FORTNIGHTLY ON DIFFERENT EVENINGS AND COVER A VARIETY OF TOPICS CHOSEN BY THE GROUP. NEW MEMBERS WELCOME.
Lewes		Tuesday, Wednesday Varied programme, meetings once a month. Warm welcome to new members. • Programme of Events (PDF)
Peacehaven		This is a new group which is keen to grow. Please use the email envelope link for information.
Seaford	Fortnightly	Large friendly group with a good mix of married/single women of all ages. We enjoy talks, coach outings, themed meetings and cover a wide variety of interesting topics.

SE08
Name	Meets	Comments
Bexleyheath		Our group has lively discussions on a variety of topics - we meet fortnightly in each other's houses, Monday through Thursday evenings. We also have a varied programme of social events including - quizzes, theatre trips and Supper clubs. • Programme of Events (PDF)
Dartford		Rotating Monday -Thursday, 3 weeks Long standing group with good discussion programmes.
Ditton and District	Thursday	Varied programme
Edenbridge	Wednesday	Meet twice a month varied programme -theatre visits, discussion groups, music evening, reading group, walks, etc.
Longfield / New Barn	Monday	We meet on a Monday evening once a month.
Maidstone		Meetings are fortnightly: Mon/Tues/Wed/Thur. They are a mixture of stimulating discussions, social events like quizzes, treasure hunts, walks and meals out; a couple of speakers and theatre trips annually; new things like Pilates, Tai Chi, Ikebana. We have started a quarterly book group and monthly lunches (with no discussion topic)
Medway	Wednesday	Friendly group with new and long standing members. Theatre trips, outings and discussion.
Sevenoaks	Thursday	Meetings every third Thursday evening 8pm start. Book club runs in conjunction with the NWR group.

SE09
Name	Meets	Comments
Canterbury	Thursday	Canterbury NWR is a thriving group of 28 kind and enthusiastic women of various ages and backgrounds. We meet fortnightly on Thursday evenings. We organise talks and discussions, theatre trips, walks, visitors, treasure hunts and quizzes. We also arrange occasional weekend day trips. We have three sub-groups which meet monthly: Book Group, Diners Club and Video Club. • Programme of Events (PDF)
Folkestone	Wednesday	Group formed 2003, always a warm welcome for new members . We meet fortnightly on a Wednesday at 8pm.
Herne Bay		Varied programme and book group.
Isle of Sheppey	Fortnightly alternate Mondays or Tuesdays.	We regularly have between twelve and fourteen members attending.
Sittingbourne		We are a new group just getting started. Thursday 17th June 7.45 p.m. 'Idle Women' - The Longboat women of World War 2 New members welcome.
Whitstable	Fortnightly on Thursdays	We currently have 17 members. Our programme is varied and stimulating. Recently we have researched Vietnam, compared daily newspapers and consigned our pet hates to room 101!