Arnold is a long standing, lively and friendly group and we normally meet fortnightly on various weekday nights at 7.30pm. We also hold informal monthly coffee mornings. Evening meetings are currently face-to-face, either in a suitable local venue or member’s home and include discussions, researched topics, occasional outside speakers or trips, quizzes etc. We aim to cover a range of light-hearted and more thought-provoking topics. We have a book group, a craft group and varied daytime activities such as walks, cinema or gallery visits. We also arrange a number of social events during the year, helped along by food and wine! A number of us go Youth Hostelling for a weekend each year. Arnold NWR has over 20 members and we have had a healthy influx of new members in recent years. We would love to hear from anyone interested in joining us.
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Our Courts and the Justice System
10 Apr 2025
With reference to the book “Unlawful Killings” by Wendy Joseph, K.C., a discussion looking at court procedures and discussing ways…
The Channel Islands
28 Apr 2025
Research on different aspects of these islands accompanied by scones with jam and Jersey cream!
Book group: The Offing by Benjamin Myers
6 May 2025
After WW2, 16 year-old Robert leaves a Durham village to cross on foot to Robin Hood’s Bay where he meets…
Women in Wartime
13 May 2025
We will find out about some of the lesser-known roles that women took on during the world wars.
Summer Walk
28 May 2025
A chance to enjoy an evening walk. Route to be decided. Photo by Emma Van Sant on Unsplash
The WOW factor
12 Jun 2025
What is awe and where do you find it? This heightened emotion can be a vital force in our lives.…
The Crown Prosecution Service – speaker
23 Jun 2025
Our speaker will talk about her role as Solicitor and District Crown Prosecutor at East Midlands Crown Prosecution Service.
Connections in Music
8 Jul 2025
In line with our national theme of connections, what connections are there within the world of music? We will explore…
Book Group: A Spell of Good Things by Ayobami Adebayo
15 Jul 2025
Nigeria, two families, rich and poor. It shows the gaping divides in its society and the shared humanity that lies…
Programme Planning
23 Jul 2025
Come along with ideas to help plan the next programme. As usual we will also have the fund raising auction.
Disappeared…
7 Aug 2025
Lost, obsolete, extinct – share one thing that has disappeared, either on a personal level or more widely. What effect…
Statues
2 Sep 2025
Bring a photo of yourself standing beside a statue you have found interesting – either locally or on your travels.…