Welcome to the Banstead Area U3A Website
The U3A is a non-political and non-religious independent, national organisation with currently more than 1000 branches spread throughout the country. Membership is open to anyone who is retired, semi-retired, no longer in regular employment or whose family commitments have reduced. It suits those who now have time to undertake an interest or pastime or to meet new people.
U3A Banstead Area is one of the oldest established U3As having been formed in 1985 and has over 650 members and 45+ interest groups.
Members form interest groups covering a wide range of topics and activities. No qualifications are needed and none given. These are self-help groups with all members expected to take an active part. Learning for its own sake and its enjoyment are the prime motives, not awards. Members meet regularly in people's homes, although some groups meet in halls or meeting rooms, depending on the size of the group.
We also hold regular Open Meetings that are available to the whole membership. These are addressed by guest speakers who talk on a wide range of varied and interesting topics. Entrance is free to members and includes teas / coffees and biscuits. As well as an interesting talk, these provide a good opportunity to meet with other members in a social setting.
Membership costs £15 per year (1st September to 31st August). Those joining after 1st June will receive extended membership until 31st August the following year. Please see membership application form for details.
To join us, please download, complete and return our Membership Application Form that you will find on the Join/Renew page. (Paper application forms are available for collection from Banstead Library). The second page tells you more about the u3a and our terms and conditions of membership and is for you to keep. The third page is an additional form for you to complete and send with your application form. This form is forwarded to our Groups Co-ordinators and provides the basis for considering new groups and identifying possible helpers.
Contact Jennifer Russell for further information.
We look forward to seeing you.
Jennifer Russell
Chair