Making the most of life with 65 interest groups in and around Marlborough
Interest Groups
The aim is to learn about local flora and fauna. We identify wild flowers, trees, fungi, insects (including butterflies) and birds. Recordings can be found below. Members of the group contribute towards its running including identification of species and localities to visit. Meets:Between February and November on the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 14:15 …
We have almost 70 wonderful groups to join. They are our very heart and soul. Find information on them all using the menu located at the top of this page and enjoy. Click to find a full listing of all groups here, as well by using the drop down menu. Our Group Leaders are volunteers …
We are a friendly, welcoming group aiming to provide a congenial weekly walk, usually in the countryside, within a reasonable driving distance of Marlborough. The distance is 4 to 5 miles and takes about 2 hours. We normally leave at about 10:30 in the morning with group members taking turns leading the walks. Afterwards, walkers …
This group goes on short coach trips to different parts of Britain twice a year. The trip is usually for four days. The Group includes members from Kennet and Pewsey U3As. There are no meetings. Communication is via email and priority for places is given to those who have travelled previously, but spaces often come …
We are a friendly group and aim to walk 2-3 miles taking approximately one and a half hours. Our walks are led by different group members, on a rough rota basis. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at different locations within a 10 mile radius of Marlborough. We start at …
The topics are chosen by individual members. We do not follow a fixed curriculum or study a specific period or school. This approach has enabled the group to explore some unusual topics and artists. Discussions are prepared and led either by individuals or a small team. No experience necessary! Some members are new to the …
The Striders group is what it says. The object of each walk is to cover around 10 – 12 miles through interesting and beautiful countryside at a sensible distance-walking pace. The aim is to enjoy the walking, the distance, the situation and the conversation. If there is no conversation, we’re going too fast! Walkers are expected to …