The u3a is for people who are no longer in full time employment to come together and learn together, not for qualifications but for its own reward. There are over 900 U3As throughout the UK, find out more about this chapter based in the Seaham and District area.
The members meeting held on 31.05.17 was, yet again, a roaring success. Thanks to all involved. The speaker was Malcolm Wilkinson who is a volunteer at Durham Cathedral as well as being the chairperson of Seaham Harbour U3A. He gave an excellent talk about Durham Cathedral which was both interesting and informative. He showed some … Continue reading
Why not join us for our first Seaham & District U3A weekend away? It sounds great! When: August the 12th and 13th 2017 Cost: £105.50p per person based on 2 sharing a twin room. (Single rooms may be available at an extra cost of £25) Included: Admission to the gardens at Barnsdale, admission to Burghley … Continue reading
Members had a great day at ‘Forensics Dead Men Tell Tales’ course held in Seaham Town Hall on Monday 15th May. The course was run by forensics imaging expert Norman Kirtlan. What a speaker! It was very informative and at times, upsetting. We covered such topics as clues from the grave, serial killer profiling and … Continue reading
The Art Appreciation Group are going to Durham Oriental Museum on Tuesday 23rd May at 2.30 pm . We will have a special guided tour and will be able to handle some of the artefacts. We are also meeting at the Seven Stars in Shincliffe at 12.30 for lunch beforehand. Anyone who wants to attend … Continue reading
River Escapes 80’s Tyne Cruise Friday 11 August tickets £14 Sets sail at 7.30pm from Newcastle Quayside and sails under Millenium Bridge to the river mouth, where you can enjoy the sights and sounds on deck or head to the inside 80’s theme disco. Bar and disco are open until 11.30pm and disembark by Midnight. … Continue reading
The crocheting group held their inaugural meeting yesterday (Monday 24th) at Rhubarb ‘n’ Custard. If anyone is interested in joining they will be meeting on the 4th Monday in the month at 14:00. Further details on the group can be found here: Crocheting Group contact details can be found here: Interest Group Diary Continue reading
We are arranging a night on the Curry Train on 29th June. Cost dependant on numbers. £10 booking fee is required at this meeting. Cost is £36:50 if more than 10. Less is £38:50. We are hoping to arrange transport from Seaham to Newcastle Station. Enjoy a unique “Raj” style escorted train service from Newcastle … Continue reading
Seaham and District Area U3A 