Group Category: Humanities

  • Theatre Outings

    Having felt the lack of a Theatre Outing group post-Covid, it was decided to start by selecting several plays which we would like to see, finding convenient dates, usually matinees, and then inviting our members to book their own tickets - sometimes in pre-selected seats by arrangement with the theatre. We then arrange to meet… Read more

  • Philosophy

    Socrates is supposed to have claimed that the unexamined life 'was not worth living'. How could we examine it? It is easier to punch fog than to agree on a precise definition of philosophy - and there are multiple ways of 'thinking about thinking' - but this group will be looking either at individual thinkers… Read more

  • Life, Art & Politics

    We discuss anything that interests us, choosing a topic together. Our arguments are always friendly and we buzz with ideas, thoughts and opinions. We meet on the first and third Monday of each month, whenever possible, from 10.00-12.00 at the Finchley Victoria Bowling and Croquet Club. Read more

  • Who Do You Think You Are?

    Following the release of the 1921 census, Peter Cox has revived the Who Do You Think You Are? group which he ran a few years ago. This will be combined with the Ancestry group which was run by Candiss Waldram. The aim is to help people who want to either start or continue family and… Read more

  • Shape of London

    The group studies London in all its aspects eg built environment, history and green spaces, from the earliest times to the present day.  Many of the members volunteer to give talks and lead walks on aspects of London but this is not compulsory.  The group is friendly and supportive and there is always time for… Read more

  • London Architecture Visits

    The London Architectural Visits Group organises visits to buildings and places of architectural and/or historical interest in London. We arrange guided tours for up to 20 people at the venues; the admission and guide’s fees are collected for each visit ‘at the door’ (£10-20). Visits are monthly with winter and summer breaks, up to 10… Read more

  • Knitting for Charity

    We knit 9 inch squares to make blankets but we also make other items – ie baby clothes or blanket jackets for adults. The knitted blankets and clothes are then delivered to Knit for Peace, our chosen charity. We meet every first Sunday of the month. Read more

  • History Without Borders

    *Formerly A Sideways Look at History IIAn eclectic approach to history, exploring its byways rather than highways Topics are chosen by group members depending on their personal interests. These may stray to far-flung parts of the world; subjects as diverse as clothing, food, marriage practices, women’s rights or sign language; interesting people (not just the… Read more

  • History – A Sideways Look

    This group looks ‘Sideways’ at history. We choose a particular period and examine what was happening at that period worldwide. None of us are experts; we share a curiosity about the past throughout the world. All group members participate in discussions and share the responsibility of researching/presenting topics of their choice. From September 2024 we… Read more

  • Garden Visits

    We follow an organised programme of garden visits throughout the year, starting with snowdrops for galanthophiles and ending with winter gardens.  Visits vary from historic gardens such as Ham House garden to modern gardens open under the NGS (National Garden Scheme).  Some of our members are very knowledgeable on plants and are very happy to… Read more