Ross on Wye & District

About us

Welcome to the website of Ross-on-Wye & District u3a

Registered charity no. 1022620

Is it time to try something new or to share your existing skills? Ross-on-Wye & District u3a invite you to join us and try one of our 52 interest groups - see the Groups tab above for the complete list of activities. Not only will you have the chance to share learning experiences in a wide range of topics and activities, but you will also have the opportunity to make new friends and have fun.

What is the u3a?

The u3a is a worldwide organisation. Here in the UK, there are well over 450,000 members in the more than 1,000 branches. Each u3a is a self-help organisation with interest groups led by members for members. Membership of u3a is open to all in their 'third age', defined as a period in which full-time employment has ceased. It is intended for people who wish to share in educational, recreational and creative activities, enjoying companionship and enriching their later years. The ethos of the u3a is to Learn, Laugh and Live, and it offers its members a great deal. Please use the link on the right to see a short video on the u3a movement.

Third Age Trust

The Third Age Trust is the umbrella organisation for all the u3as in the UK, providing educational and administrative support. Use the National u3a tab at the top of the page to learn more.

Our u3a

Ross-on-Wye & District u3a has been active since 1992. We usually hold a general meeting, open to all members, at the Larruperz Centre on the third Monday of every month at 2:30 pm. A guest speaker is generally in attendance. Talk details are available on the Events page. Visitors will be made very welcome at our Monthly Meetings and are asked to give a voluntary donation £2 (unless they join).

Become a Member

The membership fee for April 2023-March 2024 is £16.00, reduced to £10 for those that join after 1 October. There are additional fees for some groups, depending on the costs of the activity. Use the To join tab at the top of the page for more information.