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Interest Groups

Nearly all groups meet face to face, with a small number using Zoom. The list below shows the current groups.

For OPEN groups (which are not restricted in numbers, so will nearly always be able to accommodate new members) Bird Watching, Theatre, Walking, Lunch Club, Dance (Exercise), MOOG, Two Mile Walks, Sunday Lunch, Singing for Pleasure, Wanderers and Travel, please contact the Group Leader by clicking the blue pigeon image (it is a link) near the top right of this page, below "u3a".

Any member interested in joining one of the other groups (which may have spaces for new members, or may currently be full due to space restrictions) should contact Groups Secretary using this link.

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The heart of any u3a is the interest group.  These are run by members with an enthusiasm for a subject, for members with a similar enthusiasm.  Prior knowledge of a subject is not required - this is learning for fun.

Once a full u3a member, joining a group is entirely optional but many people belong to more than one group. Groups usually meet once or twice a month at a local venue or arrange trips of interest. Some groups may require extra funding for the venue, for trips or other incidental expenses.

OPEN GROUPS
These are open to all members and are a great way to meet people informally. Our Lunch Club and Walking Group (not-too-strenuous) are always popular.

INTEREST GROUPS
These are generally smaller in size and focus on more specific study areas. Click on the group name to find out more about its activities.

RUGs (Really Useful Groups)
In order to keep your u3a running there are many activities that are carried out behind the scenes, including Committee work. Extra support with these roles is always needed - many hands make light work. We are always grateful for any help, it doesn’t need to be too difficult or time consuming, so why not offer your support? Thank you.

For more information about joining a group or forming a new group please meet the Group Secretary over a cup of tea in the hall after the regular meetings, or send an email from the Contacts button.