Arnold

Local Organiser
Local Organiser
Lynda Gibbins
Local Organiser
Local Organiser
Anne Shipman
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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.

Latest updates from Arnold

Upcoming events at Arnold

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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…

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The Channel Islands

28 Apr 2025

Research on different aspects of these islands accompanied by scones with jam and Jersey cream!

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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…

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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.

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Summer Walk

28 May 2025

A chance to enjoy an evening walk. Route to be decided. Photo by Emma Van Sant on Unsplash

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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.…

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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.

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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…

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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…

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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.

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Disappeared…

7 Aug 2025

Lost, obsolete, extinct – share one thing that has disappeared, either on a personal level or more widely. What effect…

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Quiz Night

18 Aug 2025

A team activity to tackle a range of quizzes.

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Statues

2 Sep 2025

Bring a photo of yourself standing beside a statue you have found interesting – either locally or on your travels.…

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Arnold NWR Programme Jan-Apr25 web