Welcome to Ashbourne & District u3a

Registered Charity no. 1190748

Our centre is Ashbourne but our members come from far and wide, from villages and settlements on the Derbyshire/Staffordshire border.

The u3a is open to all people in the 'third age'. This is not a particular age but rather the period in your life when you are no longer in full-time employment and have time to pursue interests for their own sake. No qualifications are needed or sought. Enjoyment is the prime motive.

If you have retired, found yourself with more leisure time or recently moved to this area why not Join Us? It is an excellent way to explore the area, make new friends and extend your range of interests.

To find out what is going on from day-to-day visit our What's On page.

Our Monthly Meetings feature a variety of speakers. They are held at the , on the first Friday of each month at the Elim Church Waterside Centre, Clifton Road, Ashbourne, DE6 1DG- the only exception being August when we plan a special event. Doors are open at 2 pm for a 2.30 pm start, and the cost is £2. Committee members are present to answer queries.

For full details of our Monthly Open Meetings click Events.

We have over 700 members and more than 40 Groups covering a wide range of interests. See right for some of our social, physical and educational activities.

Take a look at our Groups page.