u3a

Northampton

Group Category: Nature and Gardening

  • Vegetable Growing

    Vegetable Growing Leader: Elizabeth Packer Tel: 01604 890636 Veggy group meet at members homes / allotments. We discuss our disasters / triumphs, pass on knowledge and expertise and donate our excess of seeds / seedlings. If lucky also excess of produce is shared between us. If this interests you please contact our group leader Elizabeth Packer,… Read more

  • Nature

    Leader: Jackie Brame Tel: 07703 299035 The idea is to look at the seasonal delights of nature. We meet at agreed locations both in Northampton and surrounding country parks to walk around ending up in a cosy café. We enjoy sharing an interest in the environment and sharing our combined knowledge whilst having a laugh… Read more

  • Gardening

    Leader: Stella Thomas Tel: 07531 283053 The group meets in members’ homes. The group is for experienced gardeners as well as novices, as we all share our successes and challenges ! We have a varied programme for the year, including garden visits as well as a variety of topics, a plant swap and garden centre… Read more

  • Bird watching

    Leader: Hilary Pinkham  Tel: 07979 864054 Deputy: Chris Ebden Tel: 07798 531827 To contact Hilary, please click the Group email link above. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month - binoculars essential, walking boots recommended for most venues. Local venues are mostly the gravel pits along the Nene valley with Summer Leys being… Read more