Welcome to u3a Sources

Alan, Chair of Gravesend, Northfleet and District u3a reflects on its history as it reaches its twentieth anniversary. 

Guernsey u3a member Karen talks about her love of felting which inspired her to start a new u3a group.

Katrina and Frank from Castle Bromwich u3a share how the British Sign Language Group helps members to learn new ways of communicating with others. 

Susie Berry OBE, Trustee for the South East, died in October. She made a huge contribution to the u3a movement. Members share their memories and tributes to her.

Inspired by a recent Third Age Trust workshop, Dereham u3a Chair Pauline shares her approach to engaging more members with the running of their u3a.

Newham u3a had its first meeting in October. Chair, Peter, talks about his journey with the u3a movement and what it’s like being on the committee of a u3a as it is forming.

Gail, from Glasgow West End u3a, discusses the varied role of being a Chair of an active u3a.

Hereford u3a’s History group leader Steven talks about some of the fascinating topics they’ve covered and the benefits of learning more about history.

Niall, group leader of Barnsley u3a's Gardening group, talks about how they became involved in designing and maintaining a section of Wentworth Castle Gardens.

Three members of Malvern u3a recently featured on the TV quiz show Only Connect. The team discuss the experience and some behind the scenes secrets of the programme.

David, who organises Chesterfield u3a's CAMEO meetings, talks about how a special meeting marked their u3a's 30th anniversary.

See how u3as around the country have celebrated u3a week this year.