Lanark & District u3a

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Lanark & District u3a Our organisation is not determined by age but rather is for anyone who is retired or semi-retired but not retiring. Interested in what we do then come along.

The Lanark & District u3a group was formed in 2011 by just a few, keen pioneers. The membership has now grown to around 200 members. The u3a is a world-wide organization which started around 40 years ago, with the purpose of enriching the lives of people in their third age. There are now over 1000 u3as across the UK. We have a wide range of activities that you might want to try out (or not … it is up to you). The monthly meetings in Lanark Memorial Hall are of an open nature to allow members and enquirers to attend. An opportunity to listen to interesting speakers on a wide range of subjects. Just for Enjoyment
There are lots of activity groups focused purely on enjoyment. The Lunch group, the Humour group and the Outings group are examples of how to have a good time. Why not? You have earned your time for fun and relaxation. Learn Something New
We can learn new things at any age, in fact it helps the brain to be mentally challenged. You may want to find out about your family history, learn a new language, start appreciating poetry etc; now is the time to start making your brain work a little bit harder. Good Exercise
Whether it is Walking, Cycling, Dancing, Yoga, or Pickle ball, we all know that we should try and do some more exercise. Join with other u3a members who will be happy to meet you for a chat while you are improving your health.

All Welcome!
15/10/2026

All Welcome!

Some photos of the Art Lover’s enjoying the marvellous collection of works displayed in the Hunterian Museum and a delic...
13/10/2026

Some photos of the Art Lover’s enjoying the marvellous collection of works displayed in the Hunterian Museum and a delicious lunch at the Kelvin Grove Museum on Thursday.

Come to the Tolbooth tomorrow to find out about the u3a.
18/09/2026

Come to the Tolbooth tomorrow to find out about the u3a.

Some lovely photos taken at the u3a Annual Outing to Loch Lomond.
24/08/2026

Some lovely photos taken at the u3a Annual Outing to Loch Lomond.

Here's your 2026 u3a Summer Schools line-up!Four regions are holding summer schools this year:🔅 North West: 11–14 August...
28/05/2026

Here's your 2026 u3a Summer Schools line-up!

Four regions are holding summer schools this year:

🔅 North West: 11–14 August | Manchester Metropolitan University
🔅 South East: 7–10 September | University of Chichester
🔅 Scotland: 24–26 August | Stirling Court Hotel, Stirling University
🔅 Yorkshire and the Humber: 24–27 August | The Hawkhills

Each summer school brings together members from across the country for days of shared learning, great conversation, and new friendships.

You don't need to belong to a u3a in that region — every summer school is open to all u3a members, wherever you're based.

Head to the u3a website to explore the full programmes and secure your place: https://www.u3a.org.uk/members-area/summer-schools

u3a Social Strollers - 29/05/26Fridays's walk will start at 10am at Morrisons Lanark when we will walk to Smyllum House ...
26/05/2026

u3a Social Strollers - 29/05/26

Fridays's walk will start at 10am at Morrisons Lanark when we will walk to Smyllum House back along the Drove Road and along to the Lanark Loch Cafe for a tea/coffee.

The walk will take about an hour and is flat but may be muddy in places. All welcome.

Our u3a Art Lovers’ Group enjoyed viewing the Joan Eardley’s exhibition, “The Nature of Painting” at the Modern Two in E...
20/05/2026

Our u3a Art Lovers’ Group enjoyed viewing the Joan Eardley’s exhibition, “The Nature of Painting” at the Modern Two in Edinburgh and then a delicious lunch in the gallery tea room.

Have a look at our latest newsletter for all the recent activities, click here
13/05/2026

Have a look at our latest newsletter for all the recent activities, click here

Ed has been admitted as a Member of the Order of the British Empire for services to Heritage and the community in Clydesdale.

Join us for “Portraits of India” at our Open Meeting at the Greyfriars Church at 2pm on Wednesday, 18th March. Kirk Lot...
13/03/2026

Join us for “Portraits of India” at our Open Meeting at the Greyfriars Church at 2pm on Wednesday, 18th March. Kirk Lothian, photographer, will give an illustrated talk on his travels in India. All Welcome!

“March 2024: My wife and I sat in a cafe and talked about dreams over lunch. Nine months later I was solo travelling across India with a camera and a bag containing miniature bottles of Glenlivet Single Malt Wh**ky and shortbread.
Most of the time was spent walking the backstreets of the cities from dawn till dusk and into the night, talking to and photographing the local people of Delhi, Jaipur, Pushkar, Jodhpur and Udaipur.

My objective was a respectful connection with another culture I knew very little about. The photographic portraits were all made from 3 feet or less from the subject and communication was mainly a smile and a gesture that asked permission.

A year and a half later and I still speak regularly with the people I met on that adventure and the connections continue to grow…"

The wonderful artist, Victoria Crowe will be giving an illustrated talk on her work at the Clydesdale Inn, Lanark at 2:1...
05/02/2026

The wonderful artist, Victoria Crowe will be giving an illustrated talk on her work at the Clydesdale Inn, Lanark at 2:15pm on Thursday, 12th February.
All welcome! Please contact Dianne McNaughton to book your place (see email on poster).

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17 Hope St
Lanark
ML11 7NE

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