Calendar

Walking Netball

18th December 2026

11:00

Starting Friday 25 September 2026 Walking Netball offers a fun and friendly way to get moving, meet other members and enjoy the game at a gentler pace. The sessions are suitable for anyone interested in giving Walking Netball a try, whether you have played netball before or are completely...

Matthew Bourne's Cinderella

17th December 2026

14:30

I have applied for tickets to see Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella at Sadler’s Wells at 2.30pm on Thursday 17th December. This production is described as a thrilling and evocative retelling of the fairytale love story set during the Second World War. Tickets cost only £3. (Usual prices at...

Book Group

16th December 2026

12:00

We meet monthly, generally on a Wednesday afternoon, 12-2pm  and take it in turns to chose the next book and to host our meeting.  So various venues across the borough. If you are a member of Newham-U3A and interested in joining this group, please email ...

Walking Netball

11th December 2026

11:00

Starting Friday 25 September 2026 Walking Netball offers a fun and friendly way to get moving, meet other members and enjoy the game at a gentler pace. The sessions are suitable for anyone interested in giving Walking Netball a try, whether you have played netball before or are completely...

Board Games

10th December 2026

14:00 - 16:00

At  The Holly Tree, 141 Dames Road, Forest Gate, London E7 0DZ Join us for a relaxed afternoon of board games, good company and a little friendly competition. Whether you are an experienced player or have not played for years, you will be very welcome. It is a chance to revisit familiar...

Writing for Pleasure

10th December 2026

13:00 - 15:00

Plaistow Community Room, Plaistow Fire Station, 145 Prince Regent Lane, E13 8SG from 1pm – 3pm on Thursdays...

Walking Netball

4th December 2026

11:00

Starting Friday 25 September 2026 Walking Netball offers a fun and friendly way to get moving, meet other members and enjoy the game at a gentler pace. The sessions are suitable for anyone interested in giving Walking Netball a try, whether you have played netball before or are completely...

Monthly Meeting & Talk

3rd December 2026

13:30

We’ll be there from 1.30pm for a catch up, tea/coffee and a biscuit, with a prompt start at 2.00pm Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog Ground (Clubhouse) Walter Tull Way, 212 Upton Lane, Forest Gate, London E7 9NP There are two entrances, connected via Walter Tull Way, so...

Exploring Spirituality

2nd December 2026

11:30

Exploring Spirituality This group is a safe, gentle, and welcoming space designed specifically for us to come together, reflect, and explore the deeper questions of life. Whether you are looking for a deeper connection with the universe, interested in sharing your own life story, or simply...

Newham Carers Coffee Morning

2nd December 2026

11:00

Please see attached a copy of a flyer promoting the Newham Carers Community Coffee Morning. The next one will take place: Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Date: Wednesday 2nd September Venue: Stratford Advice Arcade, 107-109 The Grove, London E15 1HP (Downstairs Foyer) Kind regards, Daniel Nichols...

Walking Netball

27th November 2026

11:00

Starting Friday 25 September 2026 Walking Netball offers a fun and friendly way to get moving, meet other members and enjoy the game at a gentler pace. The sessions are suitable for anyone interested in giving Walking Netball a try, whether you have played netball before or are completely...

Board Games

26th November 2026

14:00 - 16:00

At  The Holly Tree, 141 Dames Road, Forest Gate, London E7 0DZ Join us for a relaxed afternoon of board games, good company and a little friendly competition. Whether you are an experienced player or have not played for years, you will be very welcome. It is a chance to revisit familiar...

Walking Netball

20th November 2026

11:00

Starting Friday 25 September 2026 Walking Netball offers a fun and friendly way to get moving, meet other members and enjoy the game at a gentler pace. The sessions are suitable for anyone interested in giving Walking Netball a try, whether you have played netball before or are completely...

Writing for Pleasure

19th November 2026

13:00 - 15:00

Plaistow Community Room, Plaistow Fire Station, 145 Prince Regent Lane, E13 8SG from 1pm – 3pm on Thursdays...

Book Group

18th November 2026

12:00

We meet monthly, generally on a Wednesday afternoon, 12-2pm  and take it in turns to chose the next book and to host our meeting.  So various venues across the borough. If you are a member of Newham-U3A and interested in joining this group, please email ...

Exploring Spirituality

18th November 2026

11:30

Exploring Spirituality This group is a safe, gentle, and welcoming space designed specifically for us to come together, reflect, and explore the deeper questions of life. Whether you are looking for a deeper connection with the universe, interested in sharing your own life story, or simply...

Chair Yoga

16th November 2026

11:30

11.30am–12.30pm - Clapton Clubhouse (details below) Gentle movement, welcoming company, and very much “work at your own pace”. Perfect if you’re returning, or trying Chair Yoga for the first time. Email groups@newham-u3a.org.uk. Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog...

Brahms Requiem Concert

14th November 2026

19:00

Some of our members sing with the All Saints Chorus who are joined by the All Saints Orchestra at West Ham Parish Church, Church Street E15 3HU for a performance of Brahms Requiem, Beethoven Symphony 5 in Cm, and Vaughan Williams' Antiphon...

Walking Netball

13th November 2026

11:00

Starting Friday 25 September 2026 Walking Netball offers a fun and friendly way to get moving, meet other members and enjoy the game at a gentler pace. The sessions are suitable for anyone interested in giving Walking Netball a try, whether you have played netball before or are completely...

Board Games

12th November 2026

14:00 - 16:00

At  The Holly Tree, 141 Dames Road, Forest Gate, London E7 0DZ Join us for a relaxed afternoon of board games, good company and a little friendly competition. Whether you are an experienced player or have not played for years, you will be very welcome. It is a chance to revisit familiar...

Chair Yoga

9th November 2026

11:30

11.30am–12.30pm - Clapton Clubhouse (details below) Gentle movement, welcoming company, and very much “work at your own pace”. Perfect if you’re returning, or trying Chair Yoga for the first time. Email groups@newham-u3a.org.uk. Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog...

Kensington Palace and Gardens visit

7th November 2026

11:00

Marie has booked 20 tickets for a trip to Kensington Palace on Saturday 7th November. If you would like to join this trip, please reply by Wednesday 15th September. Priority will be given to members who asked for a ticket previously (the September trip) but were not allocated one...

Walking Netball

6th November 2026

11:00

Starting Friday 25 September 2026 Walking Netball offers a fun and friendly way to get moving, meet other members and enjoy the game at a gentler pace. The sessions are suitable for anyone interested in giving Walking Netball a try, whether you have played netball before or are completely...

Monthly Meeting & Talk

5th November 2026

13:30

We’ll be there from 1.30pm for a catch up, tea/coffee and a biscuit, with a prompt start at 2.00pm Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog Ground (Clubhouse) Walter Tull Way, 212 Upton Lane, Forest Gate, London E7 9NP There are two entrances, connected via Walter Tull Way, so...

Exploring Spirituality

4th November 2026

11:30

Exploring Spirituality This group is a safe, gentle, and welcoming space designed specifically for us to come together, reflect, and explore the deeper questions of life. Whether you are looking for a deeper connection with the universe, interested in sharing your own life story, or simply...

Newham Carers Coffee Morning

4th November 2026

11:00

Please see attached a copy of a flyer promoting the Newham Carers Community Coffee Morning. The next one will take place: Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Date: Wednesday 2nd September Venue: Stratford Advice Arcade, 107-109 The Grove, London E15 1HP (Downstairs Foyer) Kind regards, Daniel Nichols...

Chair Yoga

2nd November 2026

11:30

11.30am–12.30pm - Clapton Clubhouse (details below) Gentle movement, welcoming company, and very much “work at your own pace”. Perfect if you’re returning, or trying Chair Yoga for the first time. Email groups@newham-u3a.org.uk. Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog...

Walking Netball

30th October 2026

11:00

Starting Friday 25 September 2026 Walking Netball offers a fun and friendly way to get moving, meet other members and enjoy the game at a gentler pace. The sessions are suitable for anyone interested in giving Walking Netball a try, whether you have played netball before or are completely...

Craft Club

29th October 2026

14:00

Newham u3a Craft Group; a friendly space to get creative, learn from each other and enjoy a good chat while we make things with our hands. What’s it all about? This group is an opportunity to try or refine skills such as: KnittingSewingEmbroideryCrochet Whether you are a...

Mindful Movement and Stretch

27th October 2026

11:30

Tuesdays  11.30am to 12.30pm - Mindful Movements and Stretch We are delighted to run this free class for Newham u3a members, in a large airy Fitness Studio at East Ham Leisure Centre  led by our Chair, Peter Chung, now RYT500 qualified. It is a lovely opportunity to move, stretch...

Chair Yoga

26th October 2026

11:30

11.30am–12.30pm - Clapton Clubhouse (details below) Gentle movement, welcoming company, and very much “work at your own pace”. Perfect if you’re returning, or trying Chair Yoga for the first time. Email groups@newham-u3a.org.uk. Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog...

Walking Netball

23rd October 2026

11:00

Starting Friday 25 September 2026 Walking Netball offers a fun and friendly way to get moving, meet other members and enjoy the game at a gentler pace. The sessions are suitable for anyone interested in giving Walking Netball a try, whether you have played netball before or are completely...

The People's Emergency Briefing

22nd October 2026

19:00

Peoples' Emergency Briefing: Oct 22nd: St Barts, Barking Road, E6 3BA. 7pm start time.  Free. Open to all.  https://www.tickettailor.com/events/stbartholomewschurch/2360764  Worried about climate change? Not sure what to believe: who to trust? Come to this shortened version of...

Board Games

22nd October 2026

14:00 - 16:00

At  The Holly Tree, 141 Dames Road, Forest Gate, London E7 0DZ Join us for a relaxed afternoon of board games, good company and a little friendly competition. Whether you are an experienced player or have not played for years, you will be very welcome. It is a chance to revisit familiar...

Craft Club

22nd October 2026

14:00

Newham u3a Craft Group; a friendly space to get creative, learn from each other and enjoy a good chat while we make things with our hands. What’s it all about? This group is an opportunity to try or refine skills such as: KnittingSewingEmbroideryCrochet Whether you are a...

Exploring Spirituality

21st October 2026

11:30

Exploring Spirituality This group is a safe, gentle, and welcoming space designed specifically for us to come together, reflect, and explore the deeper questions of life. Whether you are looking for a deeper connection with the universe, interested in sharing your own life story, or simply...

Mindful Movement and Stretch

20th October 2026

11:30

Tuesdays  11.30am to 12.30pm - Mindful Movements and Stretch We are delighted to run this free class for Newham u3a members, in a large airy Fitness Studio at East Ham Leisure Centre  led by our Chair, Peter Chung, now RYT500 qualified. It is a lovely opportunity to move, stretch...

Tai Chi

19th October 2026

12:30 - 13:00

We now have 1/2 hour of Tai Chi appended to the end of Chair Yoga, the session is led by Gregory Moffatt (it’s optional but most Chair Yoga members stay for the Tai Chi)...

Chair Yoga

19th October 2026

11:30

11.30am–12.30pm - Clapton Clubhouse (details below) Gentle movement, welcoming company, and very much “work at your own pace”. Perfect if you’re returning, or trying Chair Yoga for the first time. Email groups@newham-u3a.org.uk. Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog...

Walking Netball

16th October 2026

11:00

Starting Friday 25 September 2026 Walking Netball offers a fun and friendly way to get moving, meet other members and enjoy the game at a gentler pace. The sessions are suitable for anyone interested in giving Walking Netball a try, whether you have played netball before or are completely...

SAFER NEWHAM

15th October 2026

18:30 - 21:00

SAFER Newham: Oct 15th:  This is the Climate Majority Project's flagship adaptation focused community workshop that is all about making Newham SAFER in light of the climate and nature emergency we are in. Royal Docks Centre for Sustainability.  Free. Open to all.  Text to drop...

Craft Club

15th October 2026

14:00

Newham u3a Craft Group; a friendly space to get creative, learn from each other and enjoy a good chat while we make things with our hands. What’s it all about? This group is an opportunity to try or refine skills such as: KnittingSewingEmbroideryCrochet Whether you are a...

Writing for Pleasure

15th October 2026

13:00 - 15:00

Plaistow Community Room, Plaistow Fire Station, 145 Prince Regent Lane, E13 8SG from 1pm – 3pm on Thursdays...

U3a Go to Queen Elizabeth Hunting Lodge.

15th October 2026

Our visit to the Queen Elizabeth Hunting Lodge in June had to be postponed due to an amber weather warning. I have now rearranged and you are warmly invited to join us for a visit to Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge on Thursday 15th October 2026. Built during the reign of Henry VIII, this...

Eating Out, The Windjammer

14th October 2026

18:00

Julian has lined up our next Eating Out evening at The Windjammer, 25 Admiralty Avenue, Royal Wharf, E16 2PN, just a five-minute walk from Pontoon Dock DLR and also served by buses 129, 241 and 330. The current menu is attached to whet your appetite, although The Windjammer will have a new...

Book Group

14th October 2026

12:00

We meet monthly, generally on a Wednesday afternoon, 12-2pm  and take it in turns to chose the next book and to host our meeting.  So various venues across the borough. If you are a member of Newham-U3A and interested in joining this group, please email ...

Mindful Movement and Stretch

13th October 2026

11:30

Tuesdays  11.30am to 12.30pm - Mindful Movements and Stretch We are delighted to run this free class for Newham u3a members, in a large airy Fitness Studio at East Ham Leisure Centre  led by our Chair, Peter Chung, now RYT500 qualified. It is a lovely opportunity to move, stretch...

The People's Emergency Briefing

12th October 2026

19:00

Peoples' Emergency Briefing: Oct 12th:  Worried about climate change? Not sure what to believe: who to trust? Come to this shortened version of the experts’ briefing at Parliament last November. It covers 9 topics from national security to food security, economics to tipping points;...

Tai Chi

12th October 2026

12:30 - 13:00

We now have 1/2 hour of Tai Chi appended to the end of Chair Yoga, the session is led by Gregory Moffatt (it’s optional but most Chair Yoga members stay for the Tai Chi)...

Chair Yoga

12th October 2026

11:30

11.30am–12.30pm - Clapton Clubhouse (details below) Gentle movement, welcoming company, and very much “work at your own pace”. Perfect if you’re returning, or trying Chair Yoga for the first time. Email groups@newham-u3a.org.uk. Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog...

Conversation Cafe (online)

12th October 2026

11:00 - 12:00

You are invited to join our online "Conversation Café" - a simple, hospitable, empathetic space where feelings & uncertainties about our future, the climate and the complexities of our world can be safely expressed. World events impact us all in many ways, and it can be hard to share our...

Walking Netball

9th October 2026

11:00

Starting Friday 25 September 2026 Walking Netball offers a fun and friendly way to get moving, meet other members and enjoy the game at a gentler pace. The sessions are suitable for anyone interested in giving Walking Netball a try, whether you have played netball before or are completely...

Board Games

8th October 2026

14:00 - 16:00

At  The Holly Tree, 141 Dames Road, Forest Gate, London E7 0DZ Join us for a relaxed afternoon of board games, good company and a little friendly competition. Whether you are an experienced player or have not played for years, you will be very welcome. It is a chance to revisit familiar...

Craft Club

8th October 2026

14:00

Newham u3a Craft Group; a friendly space to get creative, learn from each other and enjoy a good chat while we make things with our hands. What’s it all about? This group is an opportunity to try or refine skills such as: KnittingSewingEmbroideryCrochet Whether you are a...

Exploring Spirituality

7th October 2026

11:30

Exploring Spirituality This group is a safe, gentle, and welcoming space designed specifically for us to come together, reflect, and explore the deeper questions of life. Whether you are looking for a deeper connection with the universe, interested in sharing your own life story, or simply...

Newham Carers Coffee Morning

7th October 2026

11:00

Please see attached a copy of a flyer promoting the Newham Carers Community Coffee Morning. The next one will take place: Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Date: Wednesday 2nd September Venue: Stratford Advice Arcade, 107-109 The Grove, London E15 1HP (Downstairs Foyer) Kind regards, Daniel Nichols...

Mindful Movement and Stretch

6th October 2026

11:30

Tuesdays  11.30am to 12.30pm - Mindful Movements and Stretch We are delighted to run this free class for Newham u3a members, in a large airy Fitness Studio at East Ham Leisure Centre  led by our Chair, Peter Chung, now RYT500 qualified. It is a lovely opportunity to move, stretch...

Tai Chi

5th October 2026

12:30 - 13:00

We now have 1/2 hour of Tai Chi appended to the end of Chair Yoga, the session is led by Gregory Moffatt (it’s optional but most Chair Yoga members stay for the Tai Chi)...

Chair Yoga

5th October 2026

11:30

11.30am–12.30pm - Clapton Clubhouse (details below) Gentle movement, welcoming company, and very much “work at your own pace”. Perfect if you’re returning, or trying Chair Yoga for the first time. Email groups@newham-u3a.org.uk. Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog...

Walking Netball

2nd October 2026

11:00

Starting Friday 25 September 2026 Walking Netball offers a fun and friendly way to get moving, meet other members and enjoy the game at a gentler pace. The sessions are suitable for anyone interested in giving Walking Netball a try, whether you have played netball before or are completely...

Murky Water: Challenging an Unsustainable System

1st October 2026

13:30

A talk by Professor Sukhdev Johal Most of us can see that something has gone wrong with water in England and Wales. Rivers are polluted, pipes leak, bills rise, and floods and droughts are becoming increasingly familiar. At our October monthly meeting, Professor Sukhdev Johal, co-author of Murky...

Monthly Meeting & Talk

1st October 2026

13:30

We’ll be there from 1.30pm for a catch up, tea/coffee and a biscuit, with a prompt start at 2.00pm Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog Ground (Clubhouse) Walter Tull Way, 212 Upton Lane, Forest Gate, London E7 9NP There are two entrances, connected via Walter Tull Way, so...

Art Group

30th September 2026

10:00

For anyone who enjoys painting and drawing, as a beginner or more experienced artist. We will learn together sharing ideas and decisions of what we want to explore artistically. We meet fortnightly on Wednesdays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own...

Mindful Movement and Stretch

29th September 2026

11:30

Tuesdays  11.30am to 12.30pm - Mindful Movements and Stretch We are delighted to run this free class for Newham u3a members, in a large airy Fitness Studio at East Ham Leisure Centre  led by our Chair, Peter Chung, now RYT500 qualified. It is a lovely opportunity to move, stretch...

Tai Chi

28th September 2026

12:30 - 13:00

We now have 1/2 hour of Tai Chi appended to the end of Chair Yoga, the session is led by Gregory Moffatt (it’s optional but most Chair Yoga members stay for the Tai Chi)...

Chair Yoga

28th September 2026

11:30

11.30am–12.30pm - Clapton Clubhouse (details below) Gentle movement, welcoming company, and very much “work at your own pace”. Perfect if you’re returning, or trying Chair Yoga for the first time. Email groups@newham-u3a.org.uk. Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog...

Luminarium

26th September 2026

11:00

Step into a world-famous Luminarium created by Architects of Air – a fully accessible artwork inspired by nature and Islamic architecture. A Luminarium is a spectacular walk-through artwork designed by artist Alan Parkinson. They are structures filled with luminous chambers, shifting...

Ageing Well Festival

26th September 2026

10:00 - 16:00

Save The Date!! Ageing Well Festival We are delighted to invite residents aged 50 and over to our Ageing Well Festival 2026. This free community event brings together local services, activities, entertainment and opportunities to help residents stay healthy, active and connected. Whether you want...

Luminarium

25th September 2026

14:00

Step into a world-famous Luminarium created by Architects of Air – a fully accessible artwork inspired by nature and Islamic architecture. A Luminarium is a spectacular walk-through artwork designed by artist Alan Parkinson. They are structures filled with luminous chambers, shifting...

Walking Netball

25th September 2026

11:00 - 12:00

Starting Friday 25 September 2026 Walking Netball offers a fun and friendly way to get moving, meet other members and enjoy the game at a gentler pace. The sessions are suitable for anyone interested in giving Walking Netball a try, whether you have played netball before or are completely...

Craft Club

24th September 2026

14:00

Newham u3a Craft Group; a friendly space to get creative, learn from each other and enjoy a good chat while we make things with our hands. What’s it all about? This group is an opportunity to try or refine skills such as: KnittingSewingEmbroideryCrochet Whether you are a...

Luminarium

24th September 2026

14:00

Step into a world-famous Luminarium created by Architects of Air – a fully accessible artwork inspired by nature and Islamic architecture. A Luminarium is a spectacular walk-through artwork designed by artist Alan Parkinson. They are structures filled with luminous chambers, shifting...

Aga Khan Centre Visit

24th September 2026

The visit will include a free guided tour of the building and gardens. There will also be an opportunity to see the current exhibition, Voices from the Roof of the World (VRW), which explores how climate change is affecting the people and wildlife of high-mountain Asia. Since its...

The Misanthrope (National Theatre Live)

22nd September 2026

14:30

The Theatre Group will be seeing National Theatre Live's 'The Misanthrope' at Westfield Vue Cinema on September 22nd at 2.30pm...

Mindful Movement and Stretch

22nd September 2026

11:30

Tuesdays  11.30am to 12.30pm - Mindful Movements and Stretch We are delighted to run this free class for Newham u3a members, in a large airy Fitness Studio at East Ham Leisure Centre  led by our Chair, Peter Chung, now RYT500 qualified. It is a lovely opportunity to move, stretch...

Tai Chi

21st September 2026

12:30 - 13:00

We now have 1/2 hour of Tai Chi appended to the end of Chair Yoga, the session is led by Gregory Moffatt (it’s optional but most Chair Yoga members stay for the Tai Chi)...

Chair Yoga

21st September 2026

11:30

11.30am–12.30pm - Clapton Clubhouse (details below) Gentle movement, welcoming company, and very much “work at your own pace”. Perfect if you’re returning, or trying Chair Yoga for the first time. Email groups@newham-u3a.org.uk. Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog...

The People's Emergency Briefing; Film Screening and discussion

19th September 2026

17:00 - 19:00

Worried about climate change? Not sure what to believe: who to trust? Come to this shortened version of the experts’ briefing at Parliament last November. It covers 9 topics from national security to food security, economics to tipping points; nature to health: by experts in the field, in...

Board Games

17th September 2026

14:00 - 16:00

At  The Holly Tree, 141 Dames Road, Forest Gate, London E7 0DZ Join us for a relaxed afternoon of board games, good company and a little friendly competition. Whether you are an experienced player or have not played for years, you will be very welcome. It is a chance to revisit familiar...

Craft Club

17th September 2026

14:00

Newham u3a Craft Group; a friendly space to get creative, learn from each other and enjoy a good chat while we make things with our hands. What’s it all about? This group is an opportunity to try or refine skills such as: KnittingSewingEmbroideryCrochet Whether you are a...

Writing for Pleasure

17th September 2026

13:00 - 15:00

Plaistow Community Room, Plaistow Fire Station, 145 Prince Regent Lane, E13 8SG from 1pm – 3pm on Thursdays...

Quiz Night

16th September 2026

19:30

Quiz Night at The Golden Fleece Fancy a fun evening out with a bit of friendly rivalry? Join Newham u3a for the weekly Macmillan Pub Quiz on Wednesdays 7.30pm to 10.00pm with the quiz starting at 8.00pm. Entry is free, there is a £30 gift card for the winning team, and it should be a...

Book Group

16th September 2026

12:00 - 14:00

We meet monthly, generally on a Wednesday afternoon, 12-2pm  and take it in turns to chose the next book and to host our meeting.  So various venues across the borough. If you are a member of Newham-U3A and interested in joining this group, please email ...

Exploring Spirituality

16th September 2026

11:30

Exploring Spirituality This group is a safe, gentle, and welcoming space designed specifically for us to come together, reflect, and explore the deeper questions of life. Whether you are looking for a deeper connection with the universe, interested in sharing your own life story, or simply...

Art Group

16th September 2026

10:00

For anyone who enjoys painting and drawing, as a beginner or more experienced artist. We will learn together sharing ideas and decisions of what we want to explore artistically. We meet fortnightly on Wednesdays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own...

Mindful Movement and Stretch

15th September 2026

11:30

Tuesdays  11.30am to 12.30pm - Mindful Movements and Stretch We are delighted to run this free class for Newham u3a members, in a large airy Fitness Studio at East Ham Leisure Centre  led by our Chair, Peter Chung, now RYT500 qualified. It is a lovely opportunity to move, stretch...

Tai Chi

14th September 2026

12:30 - 13:00

We now have 1/2 hour of Tai Chi appended to the end of Chair Yoga, the session is led by Gregory Moffatt (it’s optional but most Chair Yoga members stay for the Tai Chi)...

Chair Yoga

14th September 2026

11:30

11.30am–12.30pm - Clapton Clubhouse (details below) Gentle movement, welcoming company, and very much “work at your own pace”. Perfect if you’re returning, or trying Chair Yoga for the first time. Email groups@newham-u3a.org.uk. Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog...

Craft Club

10th September 2026

14:00

Newham u3a Craft Group; a friendly space to get creative, learn from each other and enjoy a good chat while we make things with our hands. What’s it all about? This group is an opportunity to try or refine skills such as: KnittingSewingEmbroideryCrochet Whether you are a...

Kensington Palace and Gardens Trip

10th September 2026

11:15

The palace visit itself includes the King's State apartments, reimagined rooms exploring Queen Victoria’s life growing up at Kensington Palace, the Jewel Room and a special exhibition: the Last Princesses of Punjab. The surrounding Kensington Gardens offer extensive landscaped Italian gardens,...

Conversation Cafe Online

9th September 2026

19:00

Join our “Conversation Café” – a simple, hospitable, empathetic space where fears & uncertainties about our future and the complexities of the world can be safely expressed. World events impact us all in many ways, and it can be hard to share our thoughts and feelings. This is an advice-free...

Mindful Movement and Stretch

8th September 2026

11:30

Tuesdays  11.30am to 12.30pm - Mindful Movements and Stretch We are delighted to run this free class for Newham u3a members, in a large airy Fitness Studio at East Ham Leisure Centre  led by our Chair, Peter Chung, now RYT500 qualified. It is a lovely opportunity to move, stretch...

Chair Yoga

7th September 2026

11:30

11.30am–12.30pm - Clapton Clubhouse (details below) Gentle movement, welcoming company, and very much “work at your own pace”. Perfect if you’re returning, or trying Chair Yoga for the first time. Email groups@newham-u3a.org.uk. Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog...

Quaker Buildings Walk

4th September 2026

10:30

Train-assisted walk! Here’s another chance to explore Newham’s rich Quaker history on foot and possibly spot the Quaker Fox along the way! The walk visits some of the buildings, or their former locations, featured in our April 2026 Newham u3a talk. Whether you missed the talk or simply need...

Eating Out Noodle Street

3rd September 2026

18:00

Noodle Street Noodle Street, 15/17 Pennyfields, E14 8HP (Nearest DLR: Westferry) Date & Time: Thursday, 3rd September at 6:00 PM RSVP: Please let me know if you can make it by emailing me at julian.u3a@gmail.com. See less...

A Funny Thing Happened on the way to the Lecture - The Linguistics of Humour

3rd September 2026

13:30

Speaker: Martin Edwardes Humans are strange animals. We are not the only animals to laugh; chimpanzees and bonobos also relieve their tensions with a panting mechanism (which is all that laughing really is).However, humans use laughter in ways that indicate that we find a lot more things funny...

Monthly Meeting & Talk

3rd September 2026

13:30

We’ll be there from 1.30pm for a catch up, tea/coffee and a biscuit, with a prompt start at 2.00pm Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog Ground (Clubhouse) Walter Tull Way, 212 Upton Lane, Forest Gate, London E7 9NP There are two entrances, connected via Walter Tull Way, so...

Quiz Night

2nd September 2026

19:30

Quiz Night at The Golden Fleece Fancy a fun evening out with a bit of friendly rivalry? Join Newham u3a for the weekly Macmillan Pub Quiz on Wednesdays 7.30pm to 10.00pm with the quiz starting at 8.00pm. Entry is free, there is a £30 gift card for the winning team, and it should be a...

Film Club

2nd September 2026

17:30

Forest Gate Library 5.30 pm Wednesdays  Contact Ian Macdonald  ianmacdonald722@yahoo.co.uk or just come along. Films coming up.......

Exploring Spirituality

2nd September 2026

11:30

Exploring Spirituality This group is a safe, gentle, and welcoming space designed specifically for us to come together, reflect, and explore the deeper questions of life. Whether you are looking for a deeper connection with the universe, interested in sharing your own life story, or simply...

Newham Carers Coffee Morning

2nd September 2026

11:00 - 13:00

Please see attached a copy of a flyer promoting the Newham Carers Community Coffee Morning. The next one will take place: Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Date: Wednesday 2nd September Venue: Stratford Advice Arcade, 107-109 The Grove, London E15 1HP (Downstairs Foyer) Kind regards, Daniel Nichols...

Art Group

2nd September 2026

10:00 - 12:00

For anyone who enjoys painting and drawing, as a beginner or more experienced artist. We will learn together sharing ideas and decisions of what we want to explore artistically. We meet fortnightly on Wednesdays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own...

Film Club

26th August 2026

17:30

Forest Gate Library 5.30 pm Wednesdays  Contact Ian Macdonald  ianmacdonald722@yahoo.co.uk or just come along. Films coming up.......

Carmen at Sadlers Wells

20th August 2026

14:30

Our next group visit to Sadlers Wells will be to see Matthew Bourne’s acclaimed production of The Car Men. This dance production is described as spectacular, amazing and sexy!It is loosely based on the opera Carmen and includes the most famous and memorable music from the original Bizet...

Quiz Night

19th August 2026

19:30

Quiz Night at The Golden Fleece Fancy a fun evening out with a bit of friendly rivalry? Join Newham u3a for the weekly Macmillan Pub Quiz on Wednesdays 7.30pm to 10.00pm with the quiz starting at 8.00pm. Entry is free, there is a £30 gift card for the winning team, and it should be a...

Film Club

19th August 2026

17:30

Forest Gate Library 5.30 pm Wednesdays  Contact Ian Macdonald  ianmacdonald722@yahoo.co.uk or just come along. Films coming up.......

Book Group

19th August 2026

12:00 - 14:00

We meet monthly, generally on a Wednesday afternoon, 12-2pm  and take it in turns to chose the next book and to host our meeting.  So various venues across the borough. If you are a member of Newham-U3A and interested in joining this group, please email ...

Eating Out: Bella Cosa

13th August 2026

18:00

Our next meal is booked for Thursday 13th August 2026 at 6pm. Our venue is: Bella Cosa Canary Wharf, Drewry House, 213 Marsh Wall, E14 9FJ For those who wish to drive the restaurant has ample parking, otherwise it is a short walk from South Quay DLR Station. I hope you can all make it for...

Film Club

12th August 2026

17:30

Forest Gate Library 5.30 pm Wednesdays  Contact Ian Macdonald  ianmacdonald722@yahoo.co.uk or just come along. Films coming up.......

A Life of Being Loved

12th August 2026

11:00 - 13:00

(Not a Newham U3A project but looks interesting!!)...

Chair Yoga

10th August 2026

11:30

11.30am–12.30pm - Clapton Clubhouse (details below) Gentle movement, welcoming company, and very much “work at your own pace”. Perfect if you’re returning, or trying Chair Yoga for the first time. Email groups@newham-u3a.org.uk. Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog...

FA cup match at Clapton FC

8th August 2026

15:00

Extraordinary Preliminary match with Benfleet FC On Saturday 8 August 2026, our men’s first team play in the FA Cup for the first time, hosting Benfleet FC in the Extra Preliminary Round. Kick-off is at 3pm. Starting our cup run this early means we’re still a very long way from the final...

Talk: Dead Centre of Campus: From Refuge to Education

6th August 2026

13:30

Speaker: Sharon Fell Date & Time: Thursday 6th August at 1. 15 (talk at 2pm) Venue: Clapton Community Football Club The Velho, the Novo, and the Hidden Legacy of Queen Mary University. The talk highlights and expands on the Cultural Explorers Group spring visit to this hidden place. A spring...

Quiz Night

5th August 2026

19:30

Quiz Night at The Golden Fleece Fancy a fun evening out with a bit of friendly rivalry? Join Newham u3a for the weekly Macmillan Pub Quiz on Wednesdays 7.30pm to 10.00pm with the quiz starting at 8.00pm. Entry is free, there is a £30 gift card for the winning team, and it should be a...

Film Club

5th August 2026

17:30

Forest Gate Library 5.30 pm Wednesdays  Contact Ian Macdonald  ianmacdonald722@yahoo.co.uk or just come along. Films coming up.......

A Life of Being Loved

5th August 2026

11:00 - 13:00

(Not a Newham U3A project but looks interesting!!)...

Mindful Movement and Stretch

4th August 2026

11:30

Tuesdays  11.30am to 12.30pm - Mindful Movements and Stretch We are delighted to run this free class for Newham u3a members, in a large airy Fitness Studio at East Ham Leisure Centre  led by our Chair, Peter Chung, now RYT500 qualified. It is a lovely opportunity to move, stretch...

The People's Emergency Briefing

29th July 2026

19:00

You are invited to a screening of The People's Emergency Briefing - a new film bringing together leading UK experts to explain, as clearly as possible, what the latest science says about the climate and nature crisis, how it is already affecting our lives, and what can still be...

Film Club

29th July 2026

17:30

Forest Gate Library 5.30 pm Wednesdays  Contact Ian Macdonald  ianmacdonald722@yahoo.co.uk or just come along. Films coming up.......

A Life of Being Loved

29th July 2026

11:00 - 13:00

(Not a Newham U3A project but looks interesting!!)...

Art Group

27th July 2026

10:00 - 12:00

For anyone who enjoys painting and drawing, as a beginner or more experienced artist. We will learn together sharing ideas and decisions of what we want to explore artistically. We meet fortnightly on Wednesdays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own...

Film Club

22nd July 2026

17:30

Forest Gate Library 5.30 pm Wednesdays  Contact Ian Macdonald  ianmacdonald722@yahoo.co.uk or just come along. Films coming up.......

A Life of Being Loved

22nd July 2026

11:00 - 13:00

(Not a Newham U3A project but looks interesting!!)...

Newham Community Health Fair

22nd July 2026

11:00 - 15:00

Not a u3a event but a community event. Old Town Hall, 29 Broadway, Stratford, E15 4BQ...

Football Match at Clapton CFC

18th July 2026

15:00

Clapton CFC to host New York International FC for transatlantic friendly There will be a home friendly on July 18 v New York International FC.  Ian Macdonald will be there.... all invited. Kick Off 3pm...

Writing for Pleasure

16th July 2026

13:00 - 15:00

Plaistow Community Room, Plaistow Fire Station, 145 Prince Regent Lane, E13 8SG from 1pm – 3pm on Thursdays...

Exploring Spirituality

15th July 2026

11:30

Exploring Spirituality This group is a safe, gentle, and welcoming space designed specifically for us to come together, reflect, and explore the deeper questions of life. Whether you are looking for a deeper connection with the universe, interested in sharing your own life story, or simply...

A Life of Being Loved

15th July 2026

11:00 - 13:00

(Not a Newham U3A project but looks interesting!!)...

Art Group

13th July 2026

10:00 - 12:00

For anyone who enjoys painting and drawing, as a beginner or more experienced artist. We will learn together sharing ideas and decisions of what we want to explore artistically. We meet fortnightly on Wednesdays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own...

ParkFest

12th July 2026

13:00 - 18:00

Newham u3a will be hosting a stall at ParkFest in  July to showcase all that we have to offer. Please save the date in your diary. Closer to the time, we will be inviting volunteers to help staff the stalls in half-hour or one-hour slots. The best ambassadors for Newham u3a are...

Summer Fest Quiz and New Member Welcome

9th July 2026

13:30

July 9 - Newham u3a - Summer Fest - Quiz - New Member Welcome Join us on 9 July for Newham u3a Summer Fest, a special summer gathering celebrating all that makes our u3a such a lively and welcoming community. Alongside a fun quiz and a warm welcome for new members, the bar will be open, and plans...

A Life of Being Loved

8th July 2026

11:00 - 13:00

(Not a Newham U3A project but looks interesting!!)...

Newham member production: EMPTY

7th July 2026

19:30

We are delighted to share news of a very special achievement by one of our own members. Newham u3a member, journalist and author Robert Nurden is having the world premiere of his new play, Empty, staged at London’s Drayton Arms Theatre from Tuesday 7 to Saturday 11 July '26 7.30pm £14/£12...

Poetry Aloud - Inaugural Meeting

3rd July 2026

10:30

Our first meeting will take place on Friday 3rd of July at 10.30 am. We will meet in Central Park Cafe, Central Park, Bartle Avenue, East Ham, E6 3AJ  The main idea of the group is to read aloud (or recite from memory) a poem you like and say why you have chosen it.  At our first...

Eating out: Bistro Bardot

2nd July 2026

18:00

Thanks to Sharon's fascinating and informative recent Wapping History walk we discovered a former pub, The Turks Head, that is now a delightful Bistro which walk participants felt would be a wonderful venue for our next meal. The Patron buys all fresh ingredients daily from the market and...

Exploring Spirituality

1st July 2026

11:30

Exploring Spirituality This group is a safe, gentle, and welcoming space designed specifically for us to come together, reflect, and explore the deeper questions of life. Whether you are looking for a deeper connection with the universe, interested in sharing your own life story, or simply...

A Life of Being Loved

1st July 2026

11:00 - 13:00

(Not a Newham U3A project but looks interesting!!)...

Uber Return Boat Trip to Putney

1st July 2026

Lovely opportunity to sit back and enjoy a comfortable boat trip seeing the sights of London. Optional lunch or explore Putney. All details and timings to be confirmed shortly. If interested please Contact sharon shazza48@newham-u3a.org.uk...

Art Group

29th June 2026

10:00 - 12:00

For anyone who enjoys painting and drawing, as a beginner or more experienced artist. We will learn together sharing ideas and decisions of what we want to explore artistically. We meet fortnightly on Wednesdays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own...

Eating out at the Turks Head

25th June 2026

18:00

Thanks to Sharon's fascinating and informative recent Wapping History walk we discovered a former pub, The Turks Head, that is now a delightful Bistro which walk participants felt would be a wonderful venue for our next meal. The Patron buys all fresh ingredients daily from the market and creates...

A Life of Being Loved

24th June 2026

11:00 - 13:00

(Not a Newham U3A project but looks interesting!!)...

Exploring Spirituality

17th June 2026

11:30

Exploring Spirituality This group is a safe, gentle, and welcoming space designed specifically for us to come together, reflect, and explore the deeper questions of life. Whether you are looking for a deeper connection with the universe, interested in sharing your own life story, or simply...

Art Group

15th June 2026

10:00 - 12:00

For anyone who enjoys painting and drawing, as a beginner or more experienced artist. We will learn together sharing ideas and decisions of what we want to explore artistically. We meet fortnightly on Wednesdays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own...

Doreen Fletcher East End scenes

13th June - 5th July 2026

Here's a suggestion of something people might like to visit. Doreen Fletcher’s paintings are East End scenes and there are some Forest Gate landmarks featured. Also on the link is a short youtube video of a previous exhibition.https://www.townhousespitalfields.com/events/ Doreen Fletcher’s...

Age Without Limits Action Day

10th June 2026

Age Without Limits Action Day | Newham - Wednesday 10th June at 200 Chargeable Lane, E13 8DW - Further details to follow....

Newham Green Fair

7th June 2026

11:00 - 16:00

This year's Green Fair is taking place on Sunday 7th June during the Great Big Green Week at Forest Lane Park. Sustainable Newham exists to provide coordination and support to people and organisations in Newham who are actively running or planning environmental or sustainability projects. On...

Family Fun Day

6th June 2026

14:00 - 17:00

Family Fun Day Date: Saturday 6th June, 2026Join us for a day of games, food, and funVenue St. John's Church Yard, The Broadway, StratfordE15 1NGTime 2 PM - 5PMEntrance FREEAll are welcome! Stratford churches working together. StratfordLondon.church | A Community of Churches in Newham,...

Talk: China – A Brief History of the Last Dynasty to Present

4th June 2026

13:30

- Peter Chung, Newham u3a Chair At our Monthly Meeting on 4 June, Newham u3a Chair Peter Chung will present a talk on China, tracing its story from the last dynasty to the present day. This promises to be an engaging introduction to a period of immense change, charting the events and ideas that...

Quakers Walk

3rd June 2026

Please reply to Gregory Moffatt, gregoriojmoffatt@gmail.com You’ve heard the talk, now do the walk! Missed the talk? Come and do the walk anyway! Following our recent Newham u3a talk on the Quakers in Newham, Gregory Moffatt will be leading a Quaker Walk on Wednesday 3 June 2026. This will be...

Art Group

1st June 2026

10:00 - 12:00

For anyone who enjoys painting and drawing, as a beginner or more experienced artist. We will learn together sharing ideas and decisions of what we want to explore artistically. We meet fortnightly on Wednesdays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own...

Craft Club

29th May 2026

14:00 - 16:00

Newham u3a Craft Group; a friendly space to get creative, learn from each other and enjoy a good chat while we make things with our hands. What’s it all about? This group is an opportunity to try or refine skills such as: KnittingSewingEmbroideryCrochet Whether you are a...

Film Club

27th May 2026

17:30

Forest Gate Library 5.30 pm Wednesdays  Contact Ian Macdonald  ianmacdonald722@yahoo.co.uk or just come along. Films coming up.......

Craft Club

22nd May 2026

14:00 - 16:00

Newham u3a Craft Group; a friendly space to get creative, learn from each other and enjoy a good chat while we make things with our hands. What’s it all about? This group is an opportunity to try or refine skills such as: KnittingSewingEmbroideryCrochet Whether you are a...

Wapping Pubs Walk

22nd May 2026

Wapping Pub Crawl  :-) Walk on Friday 22nd May Wapping is one of London’s most fascinating riverside districts, rich with maritime history, old taverns, and stories of sailors, merchants, pirates, and dockworkers who once filled its narrow streets. we will visit several...

Gentleman Jack ..... Ballet

21st May 2026

14:30

Newham u3a are booked to see Gentleman Jack on 21st  May at 2.30pm Northern Ballet brings the extraordinary story of Anne Lister, better known as Gentleman Jack, to the stage. A bold Yorkshire woman often described as the first modern lesbian, Anne lived, dressed and loved as she...

Ageing Well Digital Inclusion Session

21st May 2026

14:00 - 16:00

Ageing Well intergeneration digital inclusion session. This will now take place next week on Thursday 21st May from 2–4pm at Chargeable Lane Resource Centre, 200 Chargeable Lane E13 8DW. During the session, we will have a group of young people with tablets who will be able to share their...

Quiz Night

20th May 2026

19:30

Quiz Night at The Golden Fleece Fancy a fun evening out with a bit of friendly rivalry? Join Newham u3a for the weekly Macmillan Pub Quiz on Wednesdays 7.30pm to 10.00pm with the quiz starting at 8.00pm. Entry is free, there is a £30 gift card for the winning team, and it should be a...

Still Pointless: BalletBoyz

16th May 2026

14:00

Celebrating 25 years, BalletBoyz return in 2026 with Still Pointless, a dynamic new production marking the anniversary of their acclaimed debut, Pointless. Performed by 10 outstanding dancers, the show revisits highlights from the company’s history, opening with an excerpt from Russell...

Craft Club

15th May 2026

14:00 - 16:00

Newham u3a Craft Group; a friendly space to get creative, learn from each other and enjoy a good chat while we make things with our hands. What’s it all about? This group is an opportunity to try or refine skills such as: KnittingSewingEmbroideryCrochet Whether you are a...

Talk: The Krays

7th May 2026

13:30

 - Marie Christie, Newham u3a Treasurer At our Monthly Meeting on 7 May, Newham u3a Treasurer Marie Christie will be giving a talk on the Krays, two of the most infamous figures in London’s criminal history. Their story offers a fascinating glimpse into the East End of a bygone era, where...

Freedom Walk

26th April 2026

10:30

Last year, Peter Ashan led a very well received Freedom Walk from Forest Gate to Clapton Football Club, talking about Newham history and local people who have made a lasting impact in our local community.Peter is passionate about recognising the contribution of people of colour, particularly local...

Faure Requiem

25th April 2026

19:00

Some Newham u3a members are in a local choir....

Sadlers Wells visit

25th April 2026

14:30

We are pleased to announce that we are now an Community Engagement Partner with Sadler’s Wells which will give our members opportunities to see performances at greatly reduced prices. Our first visit will be to see the Birmingham Royal Ballet perform Don Quixote at Sadler’s Wells in...

Stratford East theatre visit

23rd April 2026

We’ve just booked tickets for Choir Boy at Stratford East. Thursday April 23rd ( matinee)...

Book Group

15th April 2026

12:00 - 14:00

We meet monthly, generally on a Wednesday afternoon, 12-2pm  and take it in turns to chose the next book and to host our meeting.  So various venues across the borough. If you are a member of Newham-U3A and interested in joining this group, please email ...

Spring Visit to Queen Mary and the Novo Cemetery

14th April 2026

10:30

We are pleased to invite you to a spring visit to Queen Mary University of London and the Novo Cemetery on Tuesday 14 April 2026. We will meet outside Mile End Station at 10.30ambefore setting off on a walk around the campus, which is rich in East End history and full of fascinating landmarks....

Chair Yoga

13th April 2026

11:30 - 12:30

11.30am–12.30pm - Clapton Clubhouse (details below) Gentle movement, welcoming company, and very much “work at your own pace”. Perfect if you’re returning, or trying Chair Yoga for the first time. Email groups@newham-u3a.org.uk. Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog...

Film Club

8th April 2026

17:30

Forest Gate Library 5.30 pm Wednesdays  Contact Ian Macdonald  ianmacdonald722@yahoo.co.uk or just come along. Films coming up.......

Film: The Ipcress File

8th April 2026

17:30

Film this week:The Ipcress File 5.30 pm Forest Gate Library...

Mindful Movement and Stretch

7th April 2026

11:30

Tuesdays  11.30am to 12.30pm - Mindful Movements and Stretch We are delighted to run this free class for Newham u3a members, in a large airy Fitness Studio at East Ham Leisure Centre  led by our Chair, Peter Chung, now RYT500 qualified. It is a lovely opportunity to move, stretch...

Talk: Famous Quakers of West Ham

2nd April 2026

13:30

MONTHLY MEETING AND TALK Famous Quakers of West Ham   Thursday 2 April 2026 We are delighted to welcome Dr Mark Gorman, author of Saving the People’s Forest, together with Peter Williams MA (Cantab), author of dozens of articles on local history topics and West Ham and its Fire...

A Walk in the Park

30th March 2026

11:30

On the Mondays in between the Yoga sessions, we’ll meet for a walk around West Ham Park, a simple way to keep moving, have a chat, and enjoy a bit of fresh air. We’ll also aim to finish with tea and biccies afterwards. ☕ These arrangements can evolve with member input, so if you have...

Heart Health from Ageing Well

26th March 2026

18:00 - 19:00

Race and Health: Seminar Six – Heart Health The Newham’s Public Health Team and Race Equality Staff Forum have been running a series of online health seminars focused on issues affecting disadvantaged and disproportionately impacted communities.You’re invited to the sixth and final session...

Restaurant Visit: Boulevard Brasserie

24th March 2026

17:30

Our next meal is on Tuesday 24th March at Boulevard Brasserie, 40 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, WC2E 7BD at 5.30pm prompt (so we can take advantage of the cut-price pre-theatre menu). Members are free to order a-la-carte if they so wish.Anyone wishing to attend needs to email me...

Ageing Well Diabetes Research Club

24th March 2026

11:30 - 13:00

Ageing Well has a Research Club.  This session will be focusing on Diabetes, and we have researchers attending outlining their research and, in some cases, how people can be part of that research. Join us to hear about current research with an opportunity to discuss what you have...

U3A in London AGM | 2026

23rd March 2026

10:00 - 11:00

U3A AGM – 10.00 am via Zoom and in person in the Old Town Hall, Haverstock Hill Room 2.21...

National u3a event: Climate Crisis

20th March 2026

14:00

National u3a online learning event: The Truth in Ten Friday 20 March, 2.00pm to 3.00pm With recent updates and additions, u3a member Brenda Ainsley will take you through the science behind the climate crisis and some solutions, including local and global impacts, plus practical ideas for what we...

Intergeneration Digital Inclusion

19th March 2026

13:00 - 15:00

Ageing Well's next intergeneration digital inclusion sessions will take place on: 19 March (Thursday), 1–3 pm at Chargeable Lane Resource Centre, 200 Chargeable Lane E13 8DW During the session, we will have a group of young people with tablets who will be able to share...

Two Temple Place visit

17th March 2026

11:00

We’re heading to one of London’s most distinctive interiors: Two Temple Place on Tuesday 17 March. This remarkable neo-Tudor building on Victoria Embankment was built in the 1890s for William Waldorf Astor and is full of striking architectural detail, from carved woodwork to subtly Gothic...

A Walk in the Park

16th March 2026

11:30

On the Mondays in between the Yoga sessions, we’ll meet for a walk around West Ham Park, a simple way to keep moving, have a chat, and enjoy a bit of fresh air. We’ll also aim to finish with tea and biccies afterwards. ☕ These arrangements can evolve with member input, so if you have...

Scams and fraud awareness session

16th March 2026

11:00

Invitation from Ageing Well: Scams and fraud awareness session A practical session to help raise awareness about scams and fraud targeted at older people, including: How to avoid scamsWhat to do if you are unsure something is a scamWhat to do if you have been scammed Date and time: Monday 16...

u3a British Women’s History Day online events

12th March 2026

u3a British Women’s History Day online events Four online talks across the day: 10.00am: The Match Girl’s Strike and how it changed British labour history11.30am: The Lancashire Witches2.00pm: Katherine Swynford: myth and reality3.30pm: Empress Matilda: the first queen England never had To...

Book Group

11th March 2026

12:00 - 14:00

We meet monthly, generally on a Wednesday afternoon, 12-2pm  and take it in turns to chose the next book and to host our meeting.  So various venues across the borough. If you are a member of Newham-U3A and interested in joining this group, please email ...

Craft Club

6th March 2026

14:00 - 16:00

Newham u3a Craft Group; a friendly space to get creative, learn from each other and enjoy a good chat while we make things with our hands. What’s it all about? This group is an opportunity to try or refine skills such as: KnittingSewingEmbroideryCrochet Whether you are a...

Monthly meeting and Talk: Dressing Joan Alleyn

5th March 2026

13:30

We will be dressing a volunteer in a replica of the costume she wore for this portrait from 1586. It is typical of the clothes worn by a middle-class woman at the end of the Tudor period in the late 16th century. It was a time of great changes in the structure of society from predominantly...

A Walk in the Park

2nd March 2026

11:30

On the Mondays in between the Yoga sessions, we’ll meet for a walk around West Ham Park, a simple way to keep moving, have a chat, and enjoy a bit of fresh air. We’ll also aim to finish with tea and biccies afterwards. ☕ These arrangements can evolve with member input, so if you have...

Art Group

2nd March 2026

10:00 - 12:00

For anyone who enjoys painting and drawing, as a beginner or more experienced artist. We will learn together sharing ideas and decisions of what we want to explore artistically. We meet fortnightly on Wednesdays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own...

Craft Club

27th February 2026

14:00

Interested in joining? If you would like to come along, please reply to this email, groups@newham-u3a.org.uk, to register your interest. Numbers will be limited, so early replies are very welcome. As this group will be held in a member’s home, we kindly ask everyone to show appropriate respect...

Restaurant Visit: Lunch at Guoqi

24th February 2026

12:00

Our first restaurant visit will be Guoqi, 25-34 Cockspur St, London, SW1Y 5BN on Tuesday 24th February at 12 noon.  They have three different three course set menus for £28pp or £33 including one drink (beer/tea/soft drinks/juices) plus 15% service charge. The full A La Carte Menu is...

A Walk in the Park

16th February 2026

11:30

On the Mondays in between the Yoga sessions, we’ll meet for a walk around West Ham Park, a simple way to keep moving, have a chat, and enjoy a bit of fresh air. We’ll also aim to finish with tea and biccies afterwards. ☕ These arrangements can evolve with member input, so if you have...

Today'sTalk: AGE UK

5th February 2026

13:30

We’ll be there from 1.30pm for a catch up, tea/coffee and a biscuit, with a prompt start at 2.00pmGuest Speaker: Age UK East London (plus Q&A) We’re pleased to welcome James Holdcroft from Age UK East London, who will give a practical overview of: How Age UK came to be (formed from Age...

Banksy Limitless exhibition

4th February 2026

11:30

Banksy Exhibition - Wednesday 4 February 2026 11.30am Newham u3a to visit to Banksy Limitless, an immersive exhibition bringing together hundreds of works and installations by the elusive street artist. Location (South Kensington) Sussex Mansions, 79–85 Old Brompton Road, London SW7 3LD...

A Walk in the Park

2nd February 2026

11:30

On the Mondays in between the Yoga sessions, we’ll meet for a walk around West Ham Park, a simple way to keep moving, have a chat, and enjoy a bit of fresh air. We’ll also aim to finish with tea and biccies afterwards. ☕ These arrangements can evolve with member input, so if you have...

Theatre group visit

31st January 2026

15:30

Arcola Theatre,  Dalston. 3.30pm to see SAFE HAVEN. https://www.arcolatheatre.com/......

Docklands Museum Visit

29th January 2026

I am planning a trip to the London Docklands Museum on January 29th. We will meet at the museum cafe at 11am and visit the galleries which tell the story of London’s Docklands history. There is also a special exhibition about Romani art. There are plenty of places to eat nearby including the...

Local (River Lea/Olympic Park) Walk

28th January 2026

10:30

We have a further walk now booked for: Wednesday 28 January 2026,  a prompt 10.30 am Join us for a lively midweek stroll following the River Lea from Bromley-by-Bow to the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, with plenty of local history, nature-spotting, and some personal reminiscences from...

Conversation Cafe (online)

16th January 2026

19:00 - 20:00

You are invited to join our online "Conversation Café" - a simple, hospitable, empathetic space where feelings & uncertainties about our future, the climate and the complexities of our world can be safely expressed. World events impact us all in many ways, and it can be hard to share our thoughts...

Writing for Pleasure

15th January 2026

13:00 - 15:00

Plaistow Community Room, Plaistow Fire Station, 145 Prince Regent Lane, E13 8SG from 1pm – 3pm on Thursdays...

Monthly Meeting & Talk

8th January 2026

13:30

We’ll be there from 1.30pm for a catch up, tea/coffee and a biscuit, with a prompt start at 2.00pm Clapton Clubhouse – location details Old Spotted Dog Ground (Clubhouse) Walter Tull Way, 212 Upton Lane, Forest Gate, London E7 9NP There are two entrances, connected via Walter Tull Way, so...

Todays Talk - Early Medieval Travel

8th January 2026

13:30

We’ll be there from 1.30pm for a catch up, tea/coffee and a biscuit, with a prompt start at 2.00pm for a genuinely fascinating talk: Talk - Early Medieval Travel Step into the early Middle Ages with a travel tale that’s more adventure than textbook: two monks on the move, crossing unfamiliar...

Yoga Class

17th December 2025

10:00

Subject: Yoga with Peter – Wed 17 December, 10:00am (Nico’s Café, Here East)   Peter’s yoga class on Wednesday 17 December at 10:00am, at Nico’s Café, Here East. It’s the last session before the end of the year, and also the last one before Peter heads off to...

Newham u3a Craft Group - knit, stitch, crochet & chat

12th December 2025

We are excited to launch a brand new Newham u3a Craft Group; a friendly space to get creative, learn from each other and enjoy a good chat while we make things with our hands. What’s it all about? This group is an opportunity to try or refine skills such as: Knitting Sewing ...