The group meets each month at various venues chosen by members. We have visited many gardens in Kent both residential and commercial. The residential sites have formed part of the National Garden Scheme the members of which open their gardens to raise money for charity. We have membership of two garden centres which enables us… Read more

We choose a different country each month and each member of the group researches a different aspect of that country for the next meeting, where we share our findings with the group.  We do not limit ourselves to strictly geographical aspects and our topics to research can include: - Population and Topography; Rivers and Waterways;… Read more

This group provides an opportunity for members to share and pursue their interest in antiques, and learn from each other. People bring items to meetings and give a brief presentation. There are also visits to antiques fairs and other places of interest including a day trip to Rye. A recent “Bargain Hunt” activity was much… Read more

This is a diverse group in which everyone is able to contribute to discussions. No previous knowledge is necessary. The group has studied the Industrial Revolution, the First World War and the Russian Revolution of 1917. Learning activities are supported by books, internet research and DVD materials. There has been an outing to the Imperial… Read more

This is a friendly group where we make various things ranging from cards, patchwork and stuffed toys to bags and jewellery. The group caters for all abilities and we take it in turns to suggest and bring in new ideas. Read more

Group Leader: John Baker The London History Group investigates and explores the two-thousand-year story of our capital city from Roman Londinium to the present day. Our learning activities at the monthly meetings are supported by the use of DVD materials, books and presentations by individual members. Recent themes have been City Guilds, London Streets and… Read more

We signpost people who are interested in art, to the Swanley and District Art Society which meets at St Peters Church Hextable – this is a small friendly group for all standards. Beginners are made very welcome. There is a programme of suggested subjects to inspire creativity. Some members will from time to time share… Read more

In order to promote and improve French conversation skills, the group has read stories, completed crosswords, answered quiz questions, practised listening skills … all in French! The group has also looked at French newspaper and magazine articles. There has been a residential trip to south west France. The group has also enjoyed some French lunches.… Read more

The focus of the group is on visiting exhibitions and galleries, locally and further afield.  In 2024 the group visited various galleries including Tate Britain (Sargent and Fashion), a private tour of the Guildhall Art Gallery and the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition. Read more