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

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

Neighbourhood Policing

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

Tales of a Customs Officer

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

Christmas 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,

See the Events Page for a full list including Group Events open to all u3a members.


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