Bulletin for November 2025
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Di's Days Out
Secrets of the Thames
Thursday 29 January
Ref. Mud
Step back through centuries of London’s history with Secrets of the Thames, the London Museum’s immersive mudlarking exhibition revealing the river’s hidden treasures. From ancient artifacts to modern discoveries, our group will uncover how the Thames has shaped life, trade, and culture for millennia.
On arrival we can buy lunch at one of the local eateries before beginning a self-guided tour of this exhibition, followed by a guided tour of the Docklands museum itself.
Cost £40 to include coach, tours and driver's tip
Approx timings: Leave Xcel leisure centre at 10am, returning 6pm
FOR MORE DETAILS AND TO BOOK GO TO:
Secrets of the Thames
Last chance to book - Roots & Futures
There are still a few places left on Tuesday 28 October at the following sessions:
Connecting with Your Roots – Learn how to begin (or deepen) your family history research with experts Susie Pearce and Sue Turner. Great for absolute beginners or experienced genealogists alike. (£2)
Entertaining the Troops – Discover the astonishing ways wartime performers kept spirits high, even in POW camps. A moving and surprising talk presented by Pete Allen. (£2)
Widows of the Ice – Acclaimed historian Anne Fletcher shares the untold stories of the women behind Captain Scott’s fateful expedition. Poignant, powerful, and not to be missed. (£5 – includes the amazing history of the Walton Charity)
To book for the talks on 28 October please go to: https://www.riverhousebarn.co.uk/talks or telephone 01932 253354.
Please note that the Artificial Intelligence session on the morning of 29 October is now full but we would be delighted to welcome you and your friends to the free drop-in session Meet Elmbridge u3a (anytime between 2.00 pm and 4.40 pm). If you would like to explore new groups, find out about Di’s Days Out, or learn how to get involved, pop in for a friendly chat – no booking needed. You might even win a prize in our free raffle, or by taking part in our fiendish quiz.
Baked Alaska or Mexican Chilly?
Monthly Talk: Wednesday 5 November 2025
Nick Cook, a research scientist, will present the fascinating history, science and politics of climate change in a clear and entertaining way so that your opinions, whatever they may be, are fully informed. The speaker talks from a background of providing environmental advice and training to a multinational company. Be prepared to challenge, and be challenged, on this contentious subject.
The Elmbridge EcoHub has moved
Many members will recall the inspirational visit made to the Elmbridge EcoHub last year when it was based in Walton. You may not know that it has now moved to a fantastic new space in the Coronation Recreation Ground, Rydens Grove, Hersham, KT12 5RU. There are many beneficial initiatives such as a Community Fridge offering free food to avoid landfill; a Library of Things where you can borrow items from carpet cleaners to hand tools; and much, much more. And they now have a new 8m x 5m studio available to hire. For more information on all the services they offer check out https://elmbridgeecohub.org.uk
Surrey Network news
A Study Day will be held on Friday 21st November 2025 at The Menuhin Hall, Stoke d'Abernon. The speaker will be Dr Richard Marks. For more information follow the link below:
The History of British Industry