u3a members can access a wide range of free online talks, workshops, and courses through their membership. Most sessions are led by fellow members, sharing their expertise, with additional talks from notable speakers and organisations.
All events are bookable via Eventbrite. Please ensure you can attend when booking and cancel if you’re unable to make it so others can participate. Events are exclusively for u3a members. Online events are hosted on Zoom and national u3a has some 'How to Guides' for using Zoom if you are unfamiliar with the platform.
You can see the full range of events here: https://www.u3a.org.uk/events/educational-events#Events. You can also subscribe to receive an email each month notifying you of what's coming up. There are regular monthly events such as Laughter Yoga with Maggie and Mindfulness and Meditation. Here is a selection of some of the others on offer in the coming weeks (click on the link to go to the booking page - note that this will open in a separate tab):
JULY 2026: u3a FESTIVAL FRINGE IN YORK
The technology built into modern cars and trucks
John Butler from the u3a Let's Talk Tech team explores the technologies of modern vehicles, live from the u3a Festival in York.
Wednesday, July 1 • 11:30 AM - 1 PM
Mrs. Charles Dickens tells her story
A powerful reimagining of Catherine Dickens’ silenced voice, revealing love, betrayal, and truth behind Charles Dickens’ marriage.
Thursday, July 2 • 2 PM - 3:30 PM
Watercolours with Tony
Join Tony Burke, who runs watercolour classes with Huddersfield u3a, for this interactive painting sessions.
Monday, July 6 • 10 AM - 11:15 AM
The history of shoes
Robin Taylor takes us on a journey of shoes, from historical styles to modern trends, sharing insights from his career as a shoe designer.
Wednesday, July 8 • 2 PM - 3 PM
Fusion Tai Qi Gong
Discover calm, balance and wellbeing with Gordon’s gentle Fusion tai chi & qi gong taster session on Zoom.
Thursday, July 9 • 10 AM - 11 AM
Artemisia- Vengeance or Vision?
Join us for a presentation where we delve into the groundbreaking artistry of one of history's most amazing female painters.
Thursday, July 9 • 2 PM - 3 PM
The Role of Women in Ancient Egypt
Join Neil Stevenson, Subject Adviser for Egyptology, to explore the status of women in the Ancient Egypt.
Friday, July 10 • 2 PM - 3 PM
JULY 2026
On the Nuclear Edge: The F-111F at RAF Lakenheath
RAF Lakenheath’s F-111Fs helped deter Soviet aggression through readiness, realism, and credible nuclear capability.
Tuesday, July 7 • 10 AM - 12 PM
Nature within: How connecting with nature supports our health and wellbeing
In this talk, James Bashford explores how our brains benefit from the natural world and how we can overcome modern nature-deficit disorder
Tuesday 7 July • 2 PM - 3 PM
Generative AI in academia and at home: practical lessons from research.
Professor Rose Luckin shares with us what is really happening with AI in Education and shares some tips for using AI at home.
Friday, July 10 • 9:30 AM - 11 AM
Exploring World Faiths: Faith and humanitarianism
World Humanitarian Day occurs in August. We will explore how 3 different faiths manifest humanitarianism in their beliefs and practice.
Monday, July 13 • 10 AM - 11:30 AM
A few small nips: Frida Kahlo and the art of pain
One of a series of talks illustrating how the creative arts can enhance our wellbeing.
Thursday, July 16 • 2 PM - 3:30 PM
A virtual tour of the Watts Gallery and Artists' Village
Join u3a Farnham member and Watts Gallery guide, Alan Freeland as he takes us on a virtual tour of the Watts Gallery and Artists' Village.
Monday, July 20 • 2 PM - 3:30 PM
Everything you need to know to get published
Join Alysoun Owen, the Writers’ & Artists’ Yearbook editor, to celebrate the 120th anniversary of the Yearbook.
Thursday, July 23 • 2 PM - 3 PM
The History Man virtual walk, Scoundrel (Dick Turpin)
Join u3a York member, Richard Taylor, on one of his virtual walks based on historical times or events in the life of York.
Friday, July 24 • 2 PM - 3 PM
The climate crisis and the National Emergency Briefing
Learn about the National Emergency Briefing on the climate crisis, held in 2025, and how you can help make a change with u3a Climate Matters
Thursday, July 30 • 10 AM - 11:30 AM
AI News July: AI futures
AI is transforming our world—discover how AGI and future superintelligence could change society over the next 20 years.
Friday, July 24 • 10 AM - 11:30 AM
Secrets of the human brain: vision
This talk describes the visual pathway from the point when an image enters the eyes to the point when we actually ‘see’ something.
Monday, July 27 • 2 PM - 4 PM
Staying Safe Online - A u3a Presentation with Q&A
Keeping you safe in an electronic age: A repeat talk by Barry Linton of Thorpe Bay u3a.
Friday, July 31 • 10 AM - 11:30 AM
AUGUST 2026
Flight Inspirations Aviation Group: August
A special meeting, where we are honoured to host Flt Lt Colin Bell, former RAF Pathfinder Mosquito pilot who flew 50 missions in WWII.
Tuesday, August 4 • 10 AM - 12 PM
Digital hobbies for the third age
Join AbilityNet, in partnership with BT Group, for a friendly session designed to help you to use technology to explore your interests.
Tuesday, August 11 • 2 PM - 3:30 PM
Deepfakes demystified: understanding the risks and staying safe
We will cover what deepfakes are, how they are made, and the growing threat as the tools have grown cheap and widely available.
Friday, August 14 • 2 PM - 3 PM
Cryptic Crosswords in Context
Their history, how they work, who does them and why – a talk by u3a Cryptic Crosswords Subject Adviser Henry Howarth.
Tuesday, August 18 • 2 PM - 3 PM
Last updated 30 June 2026