u3a

Aughton and Ormskirk

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:

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

u3a Diaries

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 Special Events

(Also, please see the Events Page for a fuller list.)

4th November 2024
to 8th November 2024
Other

Ministry Car Parking

Please note that major work will start at the Ministry Centre Car Park on Monday 4th November, and will continue for most of the week. The right hand side of the car park (as you drive in) will […]
Venue: Christ Church Ministry Centre

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

4th December 2024
11:00 am
Performance

Advent Celebration

Please Note the change of day this year from the usual Thursday to a Wednesday! Start the Festive Season by coming along to this annual u3a Choir Group event. All […]
Venue: Christ Church, Aughton

4th December 2024
3:00 pm
Performance

Like Yesterday Showcase

Like Yesterday: Movement, memory and wellbeing is a joint project with Edge Hill University involving Aughton & Ormskirk u3a members. See more information about the project. There was an introductory […]
Venue: Edge Hill University
Cost: Free, but booking required
Booking Required

6th December 2024
12:00 pm
Social

Christmas Social

SOLD OUT Note the change of venue for this year's Christmas Social.
Venue: Aughton Village Hall
Cost: £28, non-returnable

Film Appreciation - You are very welcome to turn up for the next film!

Music Appreciation - Contact the Leader for more detail or to register your interest in attending.

Opera Appreciation - Contact the Leader for more detail or to 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.)


Please view this Slider Gallery for a look at some of our Group activities ...........