On 29th October 2025, the History Group visited Catton Hall, home of the Neilson family.  Twenty-four members of the Soar valley u3a were warmly welcomed by Katie Neilson who lead us to the Dining Room where tea, coffee, sumptuous homemade scones and cookies were laid out for us.  While we indulged in these delights Katie Read more

The National Justice Museum, Nottingham, was the venue for last October’s History Group trip, with its Victorian courtroom, Georgian gaol, ancient cells and exhibitions depicting the harsh punishments meted out to offenders in the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries. We were treated to two short performances by costumed actors. The scene left was billed as Read more