I have received the following email… My name is Karyan, and I am the Volunteer Engagement Officer at Newcastle Castle. I’m getting in touch as we are currently recruiting new volunteers and would love to connect with community groups across the North East who may be interested in getting involved. Newcastle Castle’s mission is to … Continue reading →

The National u3a offers a wide range of interesting and inspiring events that you can enjoy from the comfort of your own home! 💻 Interest Groups Online For just £12 a year, you can join as many online interest groups as you like (some are very popular, so waiting lists may apply).It’s a wonderful way … Continue reading →

Mallard Quiz Fri 20th March, Fri 19th June, Fri 18th Sept – datesto be confirmed.CAMEO – meeting on 3rd Wednesday at 1pm (note new time).We meet at Café 1838 @ Dalton Park. New members welcome.Monthly Quiz – Last Monday of month. First one 26th January1pm for 1.30pm start. Finishes at 3.30pm. Cost £2 + 50p … Continue reading →

The Photography Group held their first session of the year last Friday, where members discussed upcoming themes and outings for the months ahead. The 2026 program is now available to view here on the Photography Group page. The video below showcases the group’s interpretation of “Patterns,” one of last year’s themes. At last Friday’s meeting, … Continue reading →

Carol’s son David has sent the funeral arrangements for me to pass on to all her friends in the u3a. My Mother Carol Kennedy’s funeral will take place on Thursday 22nd January at 11.00am at St Mary Magdalene catholic church seaham followed with a private family burial. All are welcome at Seaham Golf Club after … Continue reading →

The Red Hatters will now be meeting on the second Friday of the month at Seaham Town hall Their first meeting of the year will be this Friday the 9th January at 12 30pm Continue reading →

Question 1. Jill’s Christmas decorations included a mix of golden and silver balloons. One of the golden balloons burst reducing the fraction of golden balloons from a third to a quarter. How many balloons were left? Solution Suppose that there were t balloons left, of which g were golden, then: t + 1 = 3(g … Continue reading →