Making the most of life with 65 interest groups in and around Marlborough
Interest Groups
Members present an informal recital or illustrated talk or just come and share their love of aspects of jazz – historic vintage performances, classic ‘golden era’ jazz, British jazz – trad or modern – Swing Era greats – Ellington, Goodman, Basie, Heath etc. – Bebop, West Coast, Cool, Progressive. There’s a huge, free CD and …
The aim of this group is to learn about and discuss major aspects of human physiology, psychology and health. The group is currently organised by Graham Barnes with an emphasis on neuroscience. Basic mechanisms underlying aspects of everyday living, such as sensory processing and the control of actions, are discussed, along with a flavour of …
No longer constrained by Zoom we now meet in Marlborough and read and discuss a diverse range of books, most recently The Sealwoman’s Gift (Sally Magnusson), The Vanishing Half (Brit Bennett) and We are made of Earth (Panos Karnezis). In 2023 we plan to read Hilary Mantel, Sylvia Plath, Matt Haig and Rose Tremain; lively …
IIf you enjoy a glass of wine and would like to extend your experience of tastes and your knowledge of types why not consider joining WAG? We meet once a month (except August and December) at the Rugby Club in Frees Avenue to sample and discuss around 6 wines. We compare grape varieties,countries and price …
This very sociable group occupies three tables at Marlborough Leisure Centre. All levels of ability welcome. It’s been known that playing Table Tennis will improve your co-ordination and reaction, so do come along and enjoy it. There is normally a small charge made to cover the cost of the court hire. Bats and balls can …
This group holds meetings on the 1st & 3rd Monday of the month from 10:30 to 12:30. The morning is divided into two sessions divided by a Café ”pausa”…: the first is led by individual members of the group who introduce a topic of general or personal interest for discussion. In recent months these have …
The walks take place in many different areas with members of the group volunteering to lead. Steep hills and farming stock are avoided! Details of the meeting place and a short precis of the walk are communicated to members by e-mail. It is hoped that those intending to walk notify the walk leader in advance. …
Spanish 2 is now well established as a group of Spanish improvers and is now open to new members. The format is that members discuss topical issues followed by extracts from their own diaries. After a break for refreshments, elements of the Pasos Course book or Read & Think Spanish are completed. The two-hour programme …
Marlborough and its surrounding area is astonishingly rich in history, ranging from the prehistoric, through the Anglo-Saxons and Normans, the Middle Ages, the Civil War, the coaching trade, right up to the defences, airfields, a field hospital and arms depot in World War 2 – and beyond. Even today new discoveries are being made. Are you …
This is a group of friends of Italy who meet to talk informally, but chiefly in Italian, on any topic, particularly those relating to modern life in Italy. No special level in the Italian language is required to enjoy the activities of this group. Meets:Alternate Tuesdays from 10:30 to 12:00 Venue:Marlborough Contact the Group Leader: …