Welcome to Bury u3a

Do something brilliant today! Join us for social and learning activities in Bury, Prestwich, Whitefield, Radcliffe, Ramsbottom, Tottington and the neighbouring areas.

What is Bury u3a?

• An organisation with over 600 members and almost 100 interest groups.

• The chance to pursue existing hobbies, skills and interests and discover new ones.

• An opportunity to get involved, meet new people, stay active and have fun.

• Our local u3a is voluntary; it is run for the benefit of members, by its members.

Who can join?

Anyone who is not in full time work or now retired.

What is the cost of membership?

• Join us now for an annual fee of £10 membership (approx. 20 pence per week) to 31st March 2026.

• The subscription includes a fee paid to our national body. This covers the cost of a quarterly magazine posted to your home address, (if you want it) plus access to national office staff, a national website full of useful information and public liability insurance cover for u3a events.

• Attendance at Bury u3a talks, events and groups only incur charges to cover costs such as refreshments and venue hire.

Would you like to meet us before joining?

• We have a weekly get together at Wetherspoons Art Picture House (opposite the bus station) on Tuesdays from 10.00-12.00. Meet existing members and ask as many questions as you like in a very sociable atmosphere.

• Our monthly meeting is held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month (except August and December), at the The Met (Market Street, Bury). We have interesting speakers and a chance to meet other members. Email contact@buryu3a.org.uk for more details.