Social & Educational Group for Market Rasen & Surrounding Area

West Wolds
University of the 3rd Age

No longer working full time and live in the Mkt Rasen Area?
Want to learn or be creative? Want to stay active & meet new people?
40+ interest groups, visits, low subscription fees.
Monthly meeting with speaker at Mkt Rasen Festival Hall
2nd Thursday of the month doors open 9.45 – Everyone Welcome

POSTS

  • Essay Writing Competition

    Introducing our first National u3a Essay Writing Competition! 🖋

    Submit an essay (max 1,000 words) about a person, policy, invention or idea that’s positively shaped society by Friday 9 May for the chance to win some great prizes.

    The competition is open to all u3a members and aims to showcase the wide ranging talent within the u3a movement.

    Find the full entry requirements and essay submission form on our website here

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    Gary Beighton
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  • Spanish Group Newsletter

    Here’s the Spanish newsletter for April written in both English and Spanish so that anybody can enjoy a good read.  Page 1, Page 2, Page 3.

    The April edition of the Spanish Newsletter is here, packed with valuable resources and guidance to support everyone with  health and wellbeing. If you’re looking for a group to join, why not give Spanish a try? 

    Don’t miss out on this essential information designed to make the process smoother and more inclusive for everyone.

    Stay informed, stay connected, and let’s build a stronger, more supportive community together!

    Disfruta el próximo mes

    Enjoy next month

    Contact Sandra sandrawwu3a@gmail.com

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    Sandra D
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  • Italian Group Newsletter

    Welcome to the April Edition of our Italian Newsletter (Notizie Italiane)!

    Here’s the Italian Newsletter for April as Page 1 and Page 2 . 

    As spring blossoms around us, this month’s newsletter is packed with fresh insights, exciting updates, and special highlights to keep you inspired. In this edition, we delve into April events such as Liberation Day on the 25th. We explore some famous Italian landmarks in our quiz, and share group information and dates to make the most of the season.  There’s even a section of useful Italian podcasts to try.

    With Easter just around the corner, we wish you and your loved ones a joyful and peaceful celebration filled with happiness and togetherness.

    Buona Pasqua a tutti!

    Happy Easter to everyone!

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    Sandra D
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  • French Group Newsletter

    Here’s the French Quarterly Newsletter (Page 1, Page 2, ) for both Beginners and Conversational French. 

    Bienvenue! 

    We are thrilled to introduce French News,  crafted for all our u3a group members. Whether you’re a language enthusiast, a Francophile, or simply curious about French culture, this is your gateway to fascinating insights, useful tips, and a sprinkle of joie de vivre!

    Our quarterly bulletin is designed to keep you inspired and connected as we explore all things French together. So, grab a cup of coffee (or maybe a croissant) and dive in.

    Le printemps est là, joyeuses Pâques à toutes et 

    à tous !

    Spring is here, happy Easter to one and all!

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    by

    Sandra D
    in

  • Welfare Officer

    Welfare Officer

    Unfortunately, Mandy Murphy can no longer continue as our Welfare contact but we thank her for the many years she diligently and sensitively carried out this valuable role for us.

    Julia Francis has kindly volunteered to take this over so if you know one of our members or their family, needs a card of sympathy or get well from their friends at WW u3a, please let Julia know and a handmade card will be sent. 

    A message from Mandy

    I confirm that I will no longer be the welfare officer for West Wolds u3a with effect from Monday 10th March.

    Not sure when I started, but it has been a long time and we have lost a number of valued members in that time. I shall miss the contact with members and will always try to be available for a chat if you want to keep in touch.  Some of these people I have known a long time, probably more than 12 or 15 years, taught their children, shared hotel rooms, enjoyed meals, and conversations on the various buses!! I would like to thank them all for their company and friendship. I will remain an Associate Member.

    Mandy Murphy

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    Terry Francis
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  • March Newsletter

    The March newsletter is here…

    You can access the newsletter from this post or from the email the majority of our members will receive by the 6th March 2025.

    If you haven’t told us your email address or if it has changed… to avoid missing out send your updated email details to membership@westwoldsu3a.org.

    What do you think of our refreshed newsletter? Do please give us feedback to newsletter@westwoldsu3a.org
     

    If you would like to make comment on this newsletter or submit an article for the next issue then please send details to newsletter@westwoldsu3a.org by Friday 4th April 2025.

    We would really like to hear from you about any events your groups are involved in. The Newsletter is only as good as the articles submitted by members. We relish any feedback.

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    Terry Francis
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  • Spanish Group Newsletter

    Here’s the Spanish newsletter for March written in both English and Spanish so that anybody can enjoy a good read.  Page 1, Page 2, Page 3.

    As World Book Day approaches at the start of the month it’s a good time to explore the world of literature in any language.  

    With a little stormy weather on the horizon, why not snuggle up to a warm drink and a good read for an hour or so to weather the storm.

    Contact Sandra sandrawwu3a@gmail.com

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    Sandra D
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  • Italian Group Newsletter

    Here’s the Italian Newsletter for March as Page 1 and Page 2 .  We’ve grown to two full pages this month with a mix of both Italian and English throughout. This is to support the growing number of members who now attend our Italian Group or who speak the language.  Take a look as it contains important information about our group and a little extra to celebrate World Book Day at the beginning of the month.

    Although our current group is full we’re always happy to welcome new members and we’re offering a very warm welcome to Yvonne and Ken this  month. If you’d like to learn Italian do keep your eyes peeled for some wonderful further initiatives during the summer! 

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    Terry Francis
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  • Architecture Group

    There are a couple of spaces available in the group. We meet once every two months and take it in turns to present on an architectural subject of our own choosing.

    Coming up this year:

    • March – Brian Ward – Railway Architecture (part 2);
    • May – Steve McCarthy – Modern Building Technology
    • July – Peter Foster – Sir John Sloane
    • Sept – Caroline Foster – Danish Architecture

    If you are interested in joining the group: Sign up at the monthly General Meeting or contact David Oliver with the contact form on the Architecture page…

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    westwolds
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  • February Newsletter

    The February newsletter is here…

    You can access the newsletter from this post or from the email the majority of our members will receive by the 5th February 2025.

    If you haven’t told us your email address or if it has changed… to avoid missing out send your updated email details to membership@westwoldsu3a.org.

    What do you think of our refreshed newsletter? Do please give us feedback to newsletter@westwoldsu3a.org
     

    If you would like to make comment on this newsletter or submit an article for the next issue then please send details to newsletter@westwoldsu3a.org by Friday 28th February 2025.

    We would really like to hear from you about any events your groups are involved in. The Newsletter is only as good as the articles submitted by members. We relish any feedback.

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    by

    Terry Francis
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  • The Digital Photography Group – Best Photos of the Month

    Here are the photos of the month chosen from our January Creative theme of ‘Weathered’ and a technical theme of ‘Silhouette’ plus a monthly favourite as voted on by the group. Each month we choose challenging themes to go out and take photos to suit.

    If you are interested in Photography, why not join us at the New Life Church on the first & third Mondays of the month.

    For further photos taken by our group through the months go to our challenge page https://westwoldsu3a.org/?page_id=35

    Favourite

    Frosted Leaves

    Taken by

    Angela Coupland

    Weathered 1

    Falling apart

    Taken by

    Dave Ebbage

    Weathered 2

    Old Barn Door

    Taken By

    Mick Coupland

    Creative – Silhouette

    Cleethorpes Pier

    Taken By

    Brian Ward

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    Terry Francis
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  • Italian Group Newsletter

    Here’s the Italian Newsletter for February. Page 1 is in English with a copy on Page 2 for our Italian readers, completely in Italian.  Take a look as it contains some very interesting articles about events across Italy this month.

    Our group is always happy to welcome new members and we’re offering a very warm welcome to Lesley this  month. We’ll be revisiting past learning to welcome back several members who have been away over the winter.  

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    Sandra D
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