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U3A

We used to get a number of U3A groups visiting us when we used to open the garden to the public. (we knocked it on the head this year). My limited understanding is that they have special interest groups such as gardens, local history etc. Generally much more elderly than you Mike. Some very clued up people among them.
 
Wasn't aware of this type of organisation until you asked Mike. A quick search via Google for more information has shown such to be interesting - and very well spread around the country. Thanks for posting. There's one in my town as well as another in Wiltshire that also covers my town... More to explore so thank you 🙏
 
I am an active member here; I have led walks in rural Northumberland. Our most active walking group (we have three levels) does an '11 miler' once a month. There are similar energetic groups (even line and ballroom dancing!) so "age is just a number".
Yes, they have a panolply of groups: languages, crafts, literature study, outdoor activities. The University of The Third Age (u3a) is a wholesome and varied organisation, one that I most thoroughly recommend. Its members are widely experienced, all too happy to assist, guide and educate. Go for it Mike.

u3a - Welcome to u3a

u3a is a UK-wide movement of locally-run groups providing a wide range of opportunities to come together to learn for fun exploring new ideas skills & interests
www.u3a.org.uk www.u3a.org.uk
 
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I've got several friends who speak highly of their experience with U3A. I don't think there's a minimum age - I'm sure there's no maximum.
 
My mother was an active member of one of their music groups until she moved away from it, and spoke very highly of it. She also mentioned trying out some other U3A groups back when she first moved to that area and not getting along with them. As far as I understand things it's a fairly loose umbrella organisation, and your experience with it will depend entirely on the particular local groups and how you get along with the people and their approach to the subject or activity; there's not really any substitute for trying some of them and seeing how you get on - but also, if you don't get on with one local group, don't let you put that off trying any others since they'll probably be a completely different set of people.
 
I loved our local U3A but it folded because nobody would take responsibility as chairman. I learned a lot about photography, playing music and we had a great cycling group too. It was a wonderful way to make friends and I really miss it.
 
I'm a member of the Yealm U3A in S.Devon. Well described by Stephen (SPB) above. I lead their cycle group which is mainly e-bikes due to the Devon terrain. There are loads of other groups. If you have a specialist interest and want to start a local group under the umbrella of your local U3A then you will almost certainly find it supportive. I run our cycle group based on the rides I like to do and I find that there are always others who want the same but lack the navigational skills. We've morphed into a "pub lunch by bike" group :ROFLMAO:
 
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