u3a

Dukeries

Social Events and Trips

Status:Active, open to new members
Leader:
Leslye Henstock Tel: 07946702296

See our programme of social events and trips below

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Forthcoming events

2nd October 2026
6:30 pm
Cost: ยฃ30
Booking Required
19th October 2026
12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Helen, CEO of the Sherwood Forest Trust joins us to tell us of the work of the Trust, a charity established in 1995, passionately devoted to Sherwood Forest. The Trust […]
Venue: Jubilee Hall
30th October 2026
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Dear Group Leaders and Committee The next Group Leaders catch up meeting will be held at Ambleside on October 30th from 9am til 12am, hopefully you can all attend ๐Ÿ™‚ Here […]
Cost: Free
16th November 2026
12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Ever since being a child in the 1950s Martin always wanted to be the new Hank Marvin.  He joins us to give a fascinating description about how an electric guitar […]
Venue: Jubilee Hall
28th November 2026
5:15 pm
Venue: Jubilee Hall
Cost: ยฃ15
Booking Required
14th December 2026
12:45 pm
Venue: Jubilee Hall
Cost: TBC
Booking Required
21st December 2026
2:00 pm
Cost: ยฃ25.50
Booking Required

Past Events


  • RAF Cosford Museum

    We had the most enjoyable day out with Ashfield U3A, visiting the aircraft museum at RAF Cosford. There is an impressive collection of British and German aircraft together with simulators and immersive experiences to try. We actually experienced the feeling of flying with the Red Arrows in a 4D experience (which did not make you feel queasy!) We had two interesting talks from volunteers who were full of facts and deeply personal stories to bring the planes, and our heroes, back to life.

    On display are the worldโ€™s oldest Spitfire, as well as a Hurricane, Gladiator, Messerschmitt Me 109, Junkers Ju88, newly restored Vickers Wellington and the Bristol Blenheim. We also skimmed through the selection of more recent flying machines in the Cold War museum

    We finished the day with a drop into David Austen Roses for refreshments and shopping.

    A super day out, and we will be speaking with the other members of the Events Team to suggest we organise a trip in 2027


  • Juke box jury 1970 edition


  • Scarborough Seaside - afternoon pictures

    Oh I do like to be beside the seaside ...

    After our fabulous morning at the Fair we nipped up by coach to the South bay at Scarborough, most people started the afternoon with fish and chips at one of the many chippies and restaurants on offer, everyone seemed to have a delicious meal washed down with beers and wine and cider. with strolls along the promenade and paddles in the sea where the beach was very busy with holidaymakers enjoying the magnificent weather. More food was consumed with Cockles, Doughnuts, Milkshakes and numerous ice creams before we had to board the coach for the ride home.

    Many thanks again to Leslye and team and Sergio the coach driver for the most amazing day

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Trip to the International Bomber Command centre


Spring Flowers at Brodsworth Hall Garden