What is Southport University Extension Society (SUES)?
It is a rather unusual name, but we are proud of it and its history stretching over 150 years. In the late 1800s, many towns and cities had University Extension Societies, but Southport is the only survivor. We call it SUES and with a healthy membership, and an equally healthy bank balance, we are very optimistic about its future.
Its purpose is, and always has been, to provide opportunities for continuing education and life-long learning. It is open to all members of the community, but most members are retired and are looking for stimulation, challenge and entertainment rather than qualifications. Curiosity and open-mindedness are much more important than previous knowledge and study.
Annual membership is always kept very low and entitles members to attend talks – around 7 or 8 per year – on Friday afternoons. It also allows members to enrol for courses, which are longer, stretching between 6 to 10 sessions and usually held on Monday mornings. There is a charge for these but once again, the Society’s finances enable such costs to be kept low.
We meet at All Saints’ Church Hall, near Hesketh Park in Southport. The venue has excellent facilities including free parking and we provide refreshments too.
Please click on the links at the top of the page for more information about our history and what we do today, as well as how to join us in learning.