Who are we?
Christchurch University of the Third Age (U3A) offers a programme of educational and leisure activities for those not in full-time employment, and is part of a worldwide movement. Members with similar interests meet during the day in small groups, usually weekly or fortnightly and at various venues. The main aim is to advance the education of retired & semi-retired people and assist them in pursuing their interests within a social environment.
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Vintage Brass - VB in full swing
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Lets Dance Group Christmas Tea Dance - Eric giving some tuition
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Around and about - tuesday evening snooker 1
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Around and about - indoor bowls on wednesday 2
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Vintage Brass - The Euphoniums
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Singing for fun - Encouraging good posture
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Singing for fun - Mens group
Motorcycle Club - Motorbike
Updates for 2018 - folk dancing
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Singing for fun - Singing a scale
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Around and about - bridge group 4 Tue
Around and about - Walking group
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International Folk Dancing Group - Thursday morning action (2)
Memoir Writing - memoir
Third Age Films - On location in Boscombe 1
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Annual Group Leaders Meeting - time to mingle
Anyone for Tennis at Mudeford Wood - tennis
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Around and about - walking group Thursday am
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Vintage Brass - VB at Christchurch Priory Fete
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Third Age Films - On location with their spy drama 1
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News & Announcements
The latest editions of Active News and the National u3a Newsletter are available to view on the website. Press 'Newsletters' in the menu on the left.Forthcoming events
(See What's On for full details)
OUT OF HOURS
RNLI Tour and lunch - 25 Apr 2024 12:30
Poole Quay
Lunch in private room then tour. Price TBA
Poole Quay
Lunch in private room then tour. Price TBA
OUT OF HOURS
Sunday Lunch - 12 May 2024 1:00pm
The Amberwood
Approx twenty five pounds for 2 courses. To be booked.
The Amberwood
Approx twenty five pounds for 2 courses. To be booked.
Monthly Meetings
Did Hitler die in the Fuhrerbunker?
Richard Hutley - 13 May 2024 2.00pm
Christchurch Baptist Church, Beaconsfield Road, Christchurch BH23 1QT
Adolf Hitler, Fuhrer of Nazi Germany from 1934 to 1945, was reported by German media to have killed himself by gunshot on 30th April 1945 in his FUhrerbunker in Berlin. With no body ever found and reported sightings into the late 1950's in South America, is it possible he survived? The evidence suggests he did, before his demise in 1962.
Christchurch Baptist Church, Beaconsfield Road, Christchurch BH23 1QT
Adolf Hitler, Fuhrer of Nazi Germany from 1934 to 1945, was reported by German media to have killed himself by gunshot on 30th April 1945 in his FUhrerbunker in Berlin. With no body ever found and reported sightings into the late 1950's in South America, is it possible he survived? The evidence suggests he did, before his demise in 1962.
U3A SINGERS MAY CONCERT - 18 May 2024 14:30
All Saints Church
Tickets: £5
Tickets five pounds available from all choir members. Doors open at 14:00.
All Saints Church
Tickets: £5
Tickets five pounds available from all choir members. Doors open at 14:00.
OUT OF HOURS
Quiz - 18 May 2024 19:00
Homelands
Tickets: £2.00
Two pound plus one pound Raffle. Bring drinks and Nibbles.
Homelands
Tickets: £2.00
Two pound plus one pound Raffle. Bring drinks and Nibbles.
OUT OF HOURS
Highcliffe Food and Craft Fayre 8th and 9th June All day. - 8 Jun 2024
Highcliffe High Street and Playground.
Meet up and chat in playground.
Highcliffe High Street and Playground.
Meet up and chat in playground.
Monthly Meeting
ROLLS-ROYCE and the SILVER LADY
Kevin Patience - 10 Jun 2024 2.00pm
Christchurch Baptist Church, Beaconsfield Road, Bargates, Christchurch BH23 1QT
The Silver Lady or Spirit of Ecstasy mascot has always been associated with Rolls-Royce motor cars since the early days. This is the tragic love story of a couple. Lord Montagu of Beaulieu and Eleanor Thornton who was the model for the winged figure that has adorned thousands of Rolls-Royce radiators.
Christchurch Baptist Church, Beaconsfield Road, Bargates, Christchurch BH23 1QT
The Silver Lady or Spirit of Ecstasy mascot has always been associated with Rolls-Royce motor cars since the early days. This is the tragic love story of a couple. Lord Montagu of Beaulieu and Eleanor Thornton who was the model for the winged figure that has adorned thousands of Rolls-Royce radiators.
OUT OF HOURS
Picnic on the Beach - 21 Jun 2024 5.0 pm
Southbourne Beach
For everyone. Bring picnic.
Southbourne Beach
For everyone. Bring picnic.
OUT OF HOURS
Ancient Site Technologies Cranborne
- 27 Jul 2024
Cranborne
Ancient techniques, archery, ropes. Storytelling in Earthhouse. 10 pound. BBQ in Viking Long House or bring picnic. Need to car-share as no buses go there. More details to follow.
Cranborne
Ancient techniques, archery, ropes. Storytelling in Earthhouse. 10 pound. BBQ in Viking Long House or bring picnic. Need to car-share as no buses go there. More details to follow.