retired
Organisation Name
Wellbeing Theme Category
Purpose/role
A UK wide movement, which brings together people in their ‘third age’, ie after working full time and/or raising a family
When & where
Initially, Monday mornings from 10.30 to 12.00am in Cheddar Library, for coffee and a chat. Then there are 50+ interest groups as well as monthly coffee mornings and speaker meetings
Person to contact
Ann Filer, Membership Secretary
Phone
01934 740065
Cost
Annual fee of £10.00. Separate fees for meetings.
Who can attend
People who are retired or semi-retired, who want to continue learning and personal development for its own reward.
Support with attending
U3A does not offer transport. However, its 500+ members are widespread and often share transport when suitable.
Organisation Name
Wellbeing Theme Category
Purpose/role
A social club for retired business men. No political affiliation.
When & where
Meetings 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at Wedmore Golf Club at 10.15am
Person to contact
Ross Young
Phone
01934 710255
Cost
Annual subscription of £25.00 and £2.00 at each meeting
Who can attend
Open to men only, retired businessmen
Support with attending
Contact Ross Young to discuss
Organisation Name
Wellbeing Theme Category
Purpose/role
An opportunity to share friendship and music in a relaxed and supportive group
When & where
Masonic Hall, usually every fortnight on a Monday, from 2.15 to 3.30pm
Person to contact
Stella Moore, Music Therapist or Heather Banwell
Phone
(Stella) 01934 732282 or (Heather) 01934 712216
Cost
No cost to people attending, but a donation is welcomed. Supported by local charities
Who can attend
Open to carers and people with memory difficulties. Local musicians are very welcome to join us occasionally and provide a short performance as part of the session.
Support with attending
Contact Stella or Heather for more information and to discuss.