Welcome
Aughton & Ormskirk u3a is for people no longer in full-time employment - run by members for members.
We enjoy sharing our knowledge, skills and experience through:
- Interest groups
- Social and educational events
- Speaker Meetings and much more.
Interested?
Pop in for a cuppa at our Thursday Horizons Meeting between 9:30 and 11:00. (Or check Contacts for other ways of getting in touch.)
Latest Notices
Science Day at Heswall - 17th October
Autumn u3a Magazine
Membership Renewals
New Website
Publicity Opportunities and Deadlines
Horizons Slideshow
Watch the slideshow to see What’s On in our u3a.
u3a National Initiatives
Check out the latest range of activities including online talks and workshops available through the u3a National website.
Some Important Events
(See the Events Page for a full list including the Group Events that are open to all u3a members.)
10th October 2024
Guest Visitor
Rachael Jackson is the new Neighbourhood Policing sergeant, based at Ormskirk Police Station. Rachael will be happy to discuss any local issues you may be concerned about, eg anti-social behaviour.
Venue: Scout & Guide HQ
17th October 2024
11:00 am
Speaker Meeting
Brian Topping talks about his work with HM Customs and Excise at Heathrow Airport in the 70s and 80s.
Venue: Scout & Guide HQ
8th November 2024
to 9th November 2024
Performance
Once Upon a Time…The Next Adventure
A sequel to 'Once Upon a Time', based on characters who live in the Falling Stars residential home for ex-theatricals.
Venue: Ormskirk Civic Hall
Cost: Shows on Friday evening (8th November), Saturday matinee and evening (9th November: Adults £9 plus £0.70 booking fee; Children £5 plus £0.39 booking fee
Booking Required
14th November 2024
11:00 am
Speaker Meeting
The Victorians – Graham Stirrup
Graham Stirrup returns to talk about Victorian times, how our ancestors lived and faced dangers.
Venue: Scout & Guide HQ
21st November 2024
7:00 pm
to 23rd November 2024
Performance
‘Not Quite’ The Three Musketeers - a pantomime by Nigel Currie
The Queen of the Kingdom of Malodeurs is facing a crisis. The evil Baron Garlicbreath is threatening to take over the Queen’s Castle and the Kingdom. The Queen advertises for help to protect her Kingdom but her advert is answered by the Three Musketeers, who aren’t quite what they seem........
Tickets will be available at Horizons from 19th September.
If you cannot get to Horizons you can contact Jackie on 01695 227503 or Megan on 07787 543210
As usual please bring your own drinks and glasses
Venue: Aughton Village Hall
Cost: £14, which includes hotpot supper.
Booking Required
6th December 2024
Social
Note the change of venue for this year's Christmas Social. Look out for details later in the year.
Venue: Aughton Village Hall
Booking Required
Messages to Members
Autumn Meetings
The nights are closing in and teh weather is deteriorating. So why not enjoy a cultural afternoon or evening indoors at these u3a meetings and events.
Film Appreciation - You are very welcome to turn up for the next film!
Music Appreciation - Contact the Leader for more detail and register your interest in attending.
Opera Appreciation -Contact the Leader for more detail and register your interest in attending.
Theatre Visits - Visit their Desk at Horizons to book a place.
Philharmonic Visits - Visit their Desk at Horizons to book a place.
Musical Theatre Group Performance - Tickets now on sale at Horizons.
Drama Group Performance - Tickets now on sale at Horizons.
If you cannot get to a Horizons Meeting, check the Group Links above for alternative ways to book places or buy tickets,
