Forthcoming national events
These events are organised by the national u3a and are open to all members. Click on the event title for more information and to book.
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| 0 | u3a Radio Podcast Listen to our monthly radio series on our YouTube and podcast platforms. New episodes in the 3rd week of each month. | |
| 1754388000 | 5th August 2025 10am | Flight Inspiration Aviation Meeting: August The Future and History of Drones Drones have evolved from simple military tools to advanced autonomous systems reshaping warfare, commerce, and disaster response. As autonomy grows, drones promise major benefits but raise regulatory and ethical challenges for future integration. Free - online via Zoom |
| 1754920800 | 11th August 2025 2pm | Exploring Alternatives to Mainstream Social Media Peter Lord discusses the history of social media and concerns raised. It then examines some alternatives and how these might be different!
Free - online via Zoom |
| 1755079200 | 13th August 2025 10am | Laughter Yoga with Judith: August Laughter Yoga combines hearty laughter exercises with deep yoga-style breathing (pranayama). Hosted by Judith Anne Walker of Edinburgh u3a. Free - online via Zoom
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| 1755266400 | 15th August 2025 2pm | George Mallory 1886 to 1924 Join Moira MacQuaide, Guildford u3a, for this talk on the expeditions of George Mallory. Free - online via Zoom |
| 1755525600 | 18th August 2025 2pm | Mindfulness and Compassion meets Poetry Helen Potts will introduce mindfulness and compassion practices alongside poetry and expressive prose in a creative, engaging and friendly space. Free - online via Zoom |
| 1755770400 | 21st August 2025 10am | Vengeance or Vision? Artemisia Gentileschi and the Art of Survival Join us for a presentation where we delve into the groundbreaking artistry of one of history's most amazing female painters. Free - online via Zoom |
| 1756202400 | 26th August 2025 10am | Climate Change and Artificial Intelligence Ian Hawker examines the crucial role artificial intelligence can play in combatting climate change.
Free - online via Zoom |
| 1756220400 | 26th August 2025 3pm | Laughter Yoga with Merrie Maggie: August Bring more joy and laughter to your life with Laughter Yoga - an aerobic exercise with playful exercises combined with deep yogic breathing. Free - online via Zoom |
| 1756389600 | 28th August 2025 2pm | Secrets of the Human Brain: Talk Seven This talk by Dr Bob Pullen, describes the Touch and Pain pathways from the point when something touches our skin to the point when we actually ‘feel’ something. Free - online via Zoom |
| 1756720800 | 1st September 2025 10am | u3a Yoga Network: New Leaders' Workshop Our interactive workshop can provide some tips on how to get started or help with some ideas if your group needs a refresh. For Group Leaders Only Free - online via Zoom |
| 1756807200 | 2nd September 2025 10am | Flight Inspirations Aviation Meeting: September This lighthearted briefing explores RAF Northolt's rich history, from its 1915 founding and early aviation experiments to WWII heroics and modern defence roles. Free - online via Zoom Photo: Phillip Perry / RAF Northolt CC BY 2.0 |
| 1756821600 | 2nd September 2025 2pm | Travelling with a meaning and purpose, the HX Expeditions way Join Tudor Morgan, HX Expeditions Antarctic Ambassador as he shares inspiring stories and lessons from a lifetime of adventure in the polar regions. Free - online via Zoom |
| 1756904400 | 3rd September 2025 1pm | Small Modular Nuclear Reactors John Butler from u3a Let's Talk Tech explains how Small Modular Nuclear Reactors are being developed as a potential clean energy solution. Free - online via Zoom |
| 1756994400 | 4th September 2025 2pm | Rainer Maria Rilke: The Journey Within Chris Dowrick explores the emotional intensity of the poet, Rainer Maria Rilke, showing us the deep insights which he offers into the human condition and our relationship with the world around us. Free online via Zoom |
| 1757080800 | 5th September 2025 2pm | Cryptic Crosswords in Context Their history, how they work, who does them and why – a talk by u3a Cryptic Crosswords Subject Adviser Henry Howarth. Free - online via Zoom |
| 1757412000 | 9th September 2025 10am | Railway History at the National Archive In celebration of 200 years of passengers on trains, Dr. Jessamy Carlson will discuss the wide variety of records relating to railways in the care of The National Archives. Free - online via Zoom |
| 1757498400 | 10th September 2025 10am | Laughter Yoga with Judith: September Laughter Yoga combines hearty laughter exercises with deep yoga-style breathing (pranayama). Hosted by Judith Anne Walker of Edinburgh u3a. Free - online via Zoom
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| 1757584800 | 11th September 2025 10am | Upgrade your Urban Driving with IAM RoadSmart Join Richard Gladman from IAM RoadSmart who will share hints and tips for driving on urban roads. Free - online via Zoom |
| 1757599200 | 11th September 2025 2pm | The Life & Music of Ian Gillan – Deep Purple Join Ian Gillan from Deep Purple who will talk about his life, his music, and how these experiences have shaped him over the years. Free online via Zoom
Photo credit: Bob Mussell |
| 1757930400 | 15th September 2025 10am | Exploring World Faiths: Do we Live in an Humanitarian World? World Humanitarian Day takes place on 19th August. What is Humanitarianism, and what is the contribution of Faiths towards creating a Humanitarian World. We will hear the contribution from 3 different faiths.
Free - online via Zoom |
| 1758103200 | 17th September 2025 10am | Mindfulness and Meditation Series We welcome back the six week course of Mindfulness and Meditation led by members of Sheffield u3a Mindful Ageing Group John, Mike and Ruth. Wednesdays at 10am for 6 weeks, starting Free - online via Zoom |
| 1758189600 | 18th September 2025 10am | Mindfulness and Meditation Continuation Session: September Join us each month as we continue the practices introduced in the Mindfulness and Meditation Series, and introduce new ones. Free - online via Zoom |
| 1758549600 | 22nd September 2025 2pm | Eating Well for Health and Vitality in Later Life Want to stay healthy and energised in later life? Find out how nutrition can support your strength and wellbeing. This session will also cover the signs and symptoms of malnutrition, and practical steps to tackle this.
Free - online via Zoom |
| 1758639600 | 23rd September 2025 3pm | Laughter Yoga with Merrie Maggie: September Bring more joy and laughter to your life with Laughter Yoga - an aerobic exercise with playful exercises combined with deep yogic breathing. Free - online via Zoom |
| 1758880800 | 26th September 2025 10am | AI News September: Driving the Future - AI in Transportation Join us to find out more about significant changes in transportation and ponder how your family will use transport in future Free - online via Zoom |