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June 2026 Quarterly Newsletter
EVENTS
Newbury u3a prides itself on organising interesting events open to all members. In normal circumstances these comprise regular talks, coffee mornings, outings and Holidays. On this page we list the agenda for the next few months with their details.
All events are organised subject to our Terms & Conditions which can be read here and on our Members page
Forthcoming events
A co-production with Theatr Clwyd: this play has its roots in the Greenham Common protests and is staged in the more intimate Minerva theatre at Chichester. In a small coastal village […]
Cost: £72
Booking Required
Monday 10th August 2026
2:15 pm
Meeting
Janine will deliver an illustrated talk of her life as a fine art photographer and videographer. She is inspired by the sheer beauty and variety of the UK, from natural […]
Venue: Newbury Baptist Church
Bletchley seems to have an ongoing fascination, so by popular request, here is another chance to visit. Come and explore this extraordinary place and discover the amazing stories of the […]
Cost: £37
Booking Required
Wednesday 12th August 2026
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Social
You are invited to the MEET Group Whist Drive. The Club, 5 Cheap Street, Newbury, RG14 5DD Wednesday 12th August 7pm. Price: £5 per person I'm sure almost everyone has […]
Venue: The Club
Cost: £5
Booking Required
Multi-award winners Helen Hunt and Kenneth Branagh war over a cherished estate in Laura Wade’s vital new version of Anton Chekhov’s final play, directed by Co-Artistic Director Tamara Harvey. Helen […]
Cost: £54 per person (plus parking if required)
Booking Required
Monday 14th September 2026
2:15 pm - 3:30 pm
Meeting
Pauline's talk will focus on the circumnavigation of the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard on an expedition ship, exploring the landscape and the flora and fauna, including polar bears, reindeer and […]
Venue: Newbury Baptist Church
Tuesday 15th September 2026
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Social
You are invited to come and join us for another evening Quiz held at Thatcham RFC. As usual, there'll be ten rounds of general knowledge, including Sport , Food & […]
Venue: Thatcham Rugby Football Club
Cost: £7
Booking Required
Join us on a trip to Wells which offers a charming day out full of rich heritage and tradition. The visit includes a guided tour of Wells Cathedral together with […]
Cost: £32 + parking (optional)
Booking Required
Booking open to Gardening Group members on 1 July. The trip will include:- coach to the venue- tea/coffee and biscuits on arrival in a private room- accompanied private tour of […]
Cost: £36 + parking if required
Booking Required
Saturday 26th September 2026
Social
More details to follow.
5-day holiday to Redruth, Cornwall, staying at the 4 star Penventon Park Hotel on a half board basis.Sunday 4th to Thursday 8th October.Pick up at the Wharf - time TBA.Price […]
Booking Required
Saturday 10th October 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Social
A combined event to celebrate our u3a's 35 years. More details in the coming months
Venue: St Nicolas’ Church Hall
Cost: Free
Monday 12th October 2026
1:45 pm - 3:30 pm
Meeting
What was in the suitcase? It belonged to Jo's grandfather. Come along and find out.
Venue: Newbury Baptist Church
Outing to see "Twelve Angry Men" at the Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham. Based on the 1950's classic book by Reginald Rose and the subsequent critically acclaimed film. A jury has murder […]
Booking Required
Friday 30th October 2026
Social
Earlier this year we asked for an indication of who might like to attend and had 120 positive responses. We now have a venue – Donnington and Co - the […]
Cost: £55 per head
Booking Required
Saturday 7th November 2026
10:30 am - 5:30 pm
Social
Monday 9th November 2026
1:45 pm
Meeting
One of our members, Ros will be creating a special talk for us, it will include science, cemetery commemorations, memory tips, and the word she invented!
Venue: Newbury Baptist Church
Wednesday 18th November 2026
Social
Set in 1930s New York, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage. Her luck soon changes when she's chosen to spend a fairytale Christmas […]
Venue: New Victoria Theatre Woking
Cost: £67
Booking Required
Another chance to join in our afternoon Winter quiz held at St Francis de Sales church hall. Come with friend or find a table when there. As usual, the price […]
Cost: £6
Booking Required
Monday 14th December 2026
2:00 pm
Meeting
Monday 11th January 2027
2:00 pm
Meeting
Chris began her life as a police cadet and then officer after leaving school. She went on to become a detective and worked across many departments including Child Abuse, Domestic […]
Venue: Newbury Baptist Church
Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella is a thrilling and evocative love story, set in London during the Second World War. His epic interpretation of the classic fairy tale has, at its heart, a […]
Cost: £51 plus parking if needed
Booking Required