Calendar

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...

Chair Yoga 11.30 - 12.30

9th March 2026

11:30

We’re delighted to confirm Chair Yoga is back in the New Year, with a guest instructor. Mondays – 5, 12, 19, 26 January | 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...

Book Group

11th March 2026

12:00 - 14:00

We meet monthly, generally on a Monday afternoon, 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 mariechristie56@gmail.com....

Film Club

11th March 2026

17:00

Forest Gate Library 5pm Wednesdays Contact Ian Macdonald  or just come along....

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...

Conversation Cafe Online

13th March 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...

Craft Club

13th 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...

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...

Art Group

16th 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 Mondays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own materials. ...

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...

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...

Film Club

18th March 2026

17:00

Forest Gate Library 5pm Wednesdays Contact Ian Macdonald  or just come along....

Writing for Pleasure

19th March 2026

13:00 - 15:00

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

Craft Club

20th March 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...

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...

Chair Yoga 11.30 - 12.30

23rd March 2026

11:30

We’re delighted to confirm Chair Yoga is back in the New Year, with a guest instructor. Mondays – 5, 12, 19, 26 January | 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...

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...

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...

Film Club

25th March 2026

17:00

Forest Gate Library 5pm Wednesdays Contact Ian Macdonald  or just come along....

Craft Club

27th March 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...

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...

Art Group

30th 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 Mondays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own materials. ...

Monthly Meeting & Talk

2nd April 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

13th April 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 Mondays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own materials. ...

Book Group

15th April 2026

12:00 - 14:00

We meet monthly, generally on a Monday afternoon, 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 mariechristie56@gmail.com....

Writing for Pleasure

16th April 2026

13:00 - 15:00

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

Conversation Cafe Online

21st April 2026

10:00

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...

Stratford East theatre visit

23rd April 2026

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

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...

Art Group

27th April 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 Mondays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own materials. ...

Monthly Meeting & Talk

7th May 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

11th May 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 Mondays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own materials. ...

Writing for Pleasure

21st May 2026

13:00 - 15:00

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

Art Group

25th May 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 Mondays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own materials. ...

Monthly Meeting & Talk

4th June 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

8th 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 Mondays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own materials. ...

Writing for Pleasure

18th June 2026

13:00 - 15:00

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

Art Group

22nd 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 Mondays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own materials. ...

Monthly Meeting & Talk

2nd July 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

6th 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 Mondays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own materials. ...

Art Group

20th 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 Mondays at East Ham library from 10am to noon. You will need to bring your own materials. ...

Monthly Meeting & Talk

6th August 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...