- Develop New Interests
- Make New Friends
- Have Fun!
You will meet people who want to keep active (in mind and body), enjoy socialising, and are not in full time employment . . .
Interest Groups
We have over 50 Groups for you to:
- Exercise your Mind:
Reading, Singing, Discussion, Drama, Board Games, Bridge, Drama - Exercise your Body:
Walk, Cycle, Garden, Bowls, Ten Pin, Table Tennis, Pickleball, Tai Chi - Be Creative:
Art, Crafts, Knit & Stitch, Sewing, Writing - Learn new Things:
Birding, Bonsai, Languages, Poetry, History, Science, Photography - Socialise:
General Meeting, Coffee Mornings, Trips, Lunches, Dining Out, Wine Tasting,
Tap the buttons to see the Groups by category:
General Meetings
The monthly General Meeting at Carlton Pentecostal Church on the 3rd Thursday of the month gives you the opportunity to meet new friends, hear an interesting speaker, catch up with u3a news and join Interest Groups.
Doors open at 10.00am ready for a 10.30 start. If you would like to sample what u3a is all about, you are welcome to attend a General Meeting as a visitor.
Coffee Mornings
The Coffee Mornings at the Portobello café on Carlton Hill Top at 10:00am on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month provide an opportunity for new and prospective members to find out more about our u3a.
There are Membership application forms available, together with our Welcome Pack containing useful information for new joiners.
Trips and Theatre
All members can join our lively programme of Theatre Trips and Visits to interesting destinations
Visitors may attend one u3a Meeting, Trip or Event before signing up as a member.
You can find more information about joining the u3a on the Membership page or ring 07787 427 200 with general enquiries.
Some of our Groups:
What new members say about us:
"A friendly and welcoming group with lots of interest groups. Also I think the fact that consideration of venues being accessible via public transport is a very welcome idea for lots of people"
" Friendly, social, activities group to keep you feeling young and healthy"
" Well run, friendly members, excellent communication"