This Volunteers’ Week, we’ve been celebrating the many ways that members volunteer within u3a. As a member-led organisation, members are contributing their time, skill and energy at all levels of the movement, from pouring the coffee at monthly meetings to sitting on the Board of the Third Age Trust.  There is an opportunity to join the … Continue reading →

The Social Group is running a trip to Carlisle on Thursday 10th July, cost is £20 We are going to incorporate a visit to Houghton Garden Hall Garden Centre, just outside of Carlisle. Click here for more information. Please see the attached information of things to do or see in Carlisle. There are plenty of … Continue reading →

1. Reminders: Music Event 5th June £2 Entry: North Biddick Club, Washington 2. Durham Cathedral and Magna Carta Date: 15 September 2025. Two events: a guided tour of the cathedral by our own Malcolm Wilkinson and visit the Magna Carta exhibition. Details here: Cathedral and Magna Carta 3. Call for Ukulele players Inspired by the initiative … Continue reading →

🌼 May Highlights & A Great Start to June! 🌼 May has been a fantastic month for our u3a, so much has been going on throughout, here are some highlights… 🧳 Saltaire TripWe enjoyed a memorable day out to the historic village of Saltaire, soaking in its fascinating history and stunning architecture. Watch the video … Continue reading →

Tomorrow Wednesday 28th MaySeaham Town Hall10amSpeaker – Tony NicholsonTalk – Letters in the Attic GARDEN OUTINGSThornton Hall Gardens and Eggleston Hall Nursery and Gardens – Wednesday 2nd JuneTaking full payment of £30 or £25 if deposit has been paid.Fountains Abbey – Wednesday 2nd July 2025Taking names and £5 depositDilston Physics Gardens plus visits to Corbridge/Heighley Gate … Continue reading →

The Singing For Pleasure Group will not be meeting tomorrow May 27th. Continue reading →

Thornton Hall Gardens and Eggleston Hall Nursery and Gardens – Wednesday 4th JuneWe will be taking full payment at the monthly meeting next week £30 or £25 if a deposit has been paid.There are still a few seats available.We will leave from behind Costa Seaham at 10am Fountains Abbey – Wednesday 2nd July 2025We are … Continue reading →