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The Bury St Edmunds group was founded in 1967, in the early days of the organisation, and has been continually active since then. The group averages around 20 members and aims to meet on alternate Wednesdays. Whilst our meetings are, as a rule, in members’ homes in the evening, there are also quite likely to be daytime activities & visits, which may be on any day.

We plan our programme twice a year, when members meet to suggest and agree on a wide variety of topics and activities for meetings over the following six months.

For example, you might find us:

Visiting a local producer, to see how their methods are moving with the times.
Investigating a country or region such as the Caribbean, its history and culture – and tucking into delicious examples of its food, brought along by members.
Choosing a local Folk Tale to discover and pass on; or simply ‘something coloured Red’.
Discovering facts about Bedrooms, or Bridges, Natural Structures or a Redundant Occupation.
Discussing Keeping Fit and Health – how have our habits and our perception changed over time?
Researching the advantages and risks of developing AI technology.
Gathering together to listen to an engaging talk given by a local speaker.
Sharing personal stories as we chat whilst taking part in a walk which suits everyone, probably with lunch or tea & cake at the end ☕🍰
Being entertained at the theatre or out for a meal.
Enjoying some silliness, acting out a Christmas pantomime or playing games.

The possibilities are endless, and suggestions for events are always welcome.

We also have a Book Group consisting of around eight of our members, which meets roughly every six weeks, currently on a Tuesday at 2pm between normal group meetings, to discuss a chosen book. All members are most welcome to join this group.

Upcoming events at Bury St Edmunds

Castles 🏰

16 Apr 2025

There are many castles worldwide, with fascinating histories.Research one of your choice and let everyone know what you discover. [Image…

Book Group: “In Memoriam”

22 Apr 2025

Meet in the Apex Cafe at 2pm to chat about “In Memoriam” by Alice Winn. “In 1914, war feels far…

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At Carole's, BURY ST EDMUNDS group

Murder Mystery Play: “The Walking Group” 🎭

30 Apr 2025

We are borrowing one of Linda Messham’s entertaining plays – The Walking Group.There are 11 parts, so ideally we need…

A Caribbean Evening 🍍🌴

14 May 2025

We’ll have a colourful evening investigating all things Caribbean, with regional food, traditional food, interesting facts, maybe a quiz, culture,…

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AR Margaret's, BURY ST EDMUNDS group

The Colour Green 💚

28 May 2025

Think of something green – it could be anything. Find out some interesting facts about it, and come and tell…

Book Group: “American Dirt”

3 Jun 2025

Meet at the Apex Cafe at 2pm, to discuss “American Dirt” by Jeanine Cummins. “Lydia Perez owns a bookshop in…

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At Lynne's, BURY ST EDMUNDS group

Planning Meeting 💡

11 Jun 2025

Time to put our heads together and come up with another interesting programme, for the next 6 months. Ideas, anyone?…

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Organised by Janice, BURY ST EDMUNDS group

Newsons Farm – Developing a Nature Reserve 🌳

25 Jun 2025

We will visit Newsons Farm, where the current owners – having bought it at auction in 1995 – have been…

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Bury St Edmunds Book Group - books read since 1997

BSE NWR Programme Jan-June'25 - web version