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A Cup of Coffee - Stories by the Creative Writing Group
10th April 2026
For their April meeting the Group members wrote a short piece based on "A Cup of Coffee". Coffee was at the heart of work, friendship, romance (both at the beginning and the end) and there was even a Barista / Barrister. A Cup of Coffee by Jeremy.A Good Cup of Coffee by Paul.First...
April Newsletter now Available
23rd March 2026
The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email: You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest news whilst it is still...
Creative Writing - Stories inspired by London Underground Stations
10th March 2026
For their March meeting the Group wrote stories inspired by names of London Underground stations. As always the stories were as varied as were the birds in Ravenscourt! Ravenscourt by LindaBurnt Oak by JeremyPiggy Bank & Love Me Tinder by DavidSeven Sisters my Madeleine...
March Bulletin Now Available
24th February 2026
The latest Bulletin has now been published. This is delivered in the months between Newsletters to every member of Orpington u3a who has provided an email address. Bulletin 16 - March 2026 Click here to see other recent newsletters and Bulletins. If you currently get Newsletters by post...
Creative Writing - Stories inspired by a Photograph
5th February 2026
For their February meeting the group wrote stories which were inspired by a photograph. See the photograph and read their stories. Dantes Inferno by DavidLane of Memories by LindaMemory Lane by JeremySearching for Treasure by Madeleine ...
February Newsletter Now Available
29th January 2026
29th January 2026 The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email:You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest...
It's Time to Renew Your Membership
20th January 2026
Membership renewal for 2026 is now due. The committee has agreed that the fee for 2026 will be £12 per annum. Please complete your renewal by 1st March. Those of you who joined on or after 1st December 2025 already have 2026 membership and do not need to renew. Click on the link below...
January Bulletin Now Available
21st December 2025
The latest Bulletin has now been published. This is delivered in the months between Newsletters to every member of Orpington u3a who has provided an email address. Bulletin 15 - January 2026 Click here to see other recent newsletters and Bulletins ...
Creative Writing Group - Christmas Stories
15th December 2025
For their December meeting the Creative Writing Group were inspired by the Festive Season. As always the Group Members rose to the task in their individual styles. Read their very different approaches here :- Special Gifts Before Christmas by MadeleineChristmas Bury the...
December Newsletter Now Available
1st December 2025
The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email: You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest news whilst it is still...
November Bulletin Now Available
1st November 2025
The latest Bulletin has now been published. This is delivered in the months between Newsletters to every member of Orpington u3a who has provided an email address. Bulletin 14 - November 2025 Click here to see other recent newsletters and Bulletins. ...
October Newsletter Now Available
24th September 2025
The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email: You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest news whilst it is still...
September Bulletin Now Available
23rd August 2025
The latest Bulletin has now been published. This is delivered in the months between Newsletters to every member of Orpington u3a who has provided an email address. Bulletin 13 - September 2025 Click here to see other recent newsletters and Bulletins. ...
August Newsletter Now Available
25th July 2025
The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email: You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest news whilst it is still...
July Bulletin Now Available
28th June 2025
The latest Bulletin has now been published. This is delivered in the months between Newsletters to every member of Orpington u3a who has provided an email address. Bulletin 12 - July 2025 Click here to see other recent newsletters and Bulletins. ...
June Newsletter Now Available
4th June 2025
The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email: You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest news whilst it is still...
Crofton Halls Parking Update
18th May 2025
Please note that with immediate effect all members parking at Crofton Halls for Monthly General meetings MUST enter your car registration at one of the screens provided in reception otherwise you will be liable for a £60 fine. You must enter your car registration within 15 minutes of arrival...
Updated Constitution
9th May 2025
Our updated constitution was approved by a show of hands at our April General Meeting. You can always find the latest constitution under the Members' Area of the website. Just click on this link Orpington u3a Constitution. ...
May Bulletin Now Available
1st May 2025
The latest Bulletin has now been published. This is delivered in the months between Newsletters to every member of Orpington u3a who has provided an email address. Bulletin 11 - May 2025 Click here to see other recent newsletters and Bulletins. ...
April Newsletter Now Available
28th March 2025
The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email: You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest news whilst it is still...
March Bulletin Now Available
21st February 2025
The latest Bulletin has now been published. This is delivered in the months between Newsletters to every member of Orpington u3a who has provided an email address. Bulletin 10 - March 2025 Click here to see other recent newsletters and Bulletins. ...
It's Time to Renew Your Membership
3rd February 2025
As announced in the February Newsletter, it is now time to renew your membership. Click on the link below for details of how to renew online or to print out a membership renewal form (a form was also included with the newsletter) Membership Renewal 2025 | Orpington U3A ...
February Newsletter Now Available
1st February 2025
The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email: You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest news whilst it is still...
January Bulletin Now Available
18th December 2024
The latest Bulletin has now been published. This is delivered in the months between Newsletters to every member of Orpington u3a who has provided an email address. Bulletin 9 - January 2025 Click here to see other recent newsletters and Bulletins. ...
December Newsletter Now Available
25th November 2024
The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email: You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest news whilst it is still...
November Bulletin Now Available
1st November 2024
The latest Bulletin has now been published. This is delivered in the months between Newsletters to every member of Orpington u3a who has provided an email address. Bulletin 8 - November 2024 Click here to see other recent newsletters and Bulletins. ...
October Newsletter Now Available
23rd September 2024
The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email: You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest news whilst it is still...
September Bulletin Now Available
10th September 2024
The latest Bulletin has now been published. This is delivered in the months between Newsletters to every member of Orpington u3a who has provided an email address. Bulletin 7 - September 2024 Click here to see other recent newsletters and Bulletins. ...
August Newsletter Now Available
21st July 2024
The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email: You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest news whilst it is still...
July Bulletin Now Available
19th June 2024
The latest Bulletin has now been published. This is delivered in the months between Newsletters to every member of Orpington u3a who has provided an email address. Bulletin 6 - July 2024 Click here to see other recent newsletters and Bulletins. ...
June Newsletter Now Available
2nd June 2024
The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email: You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest news whilst it is still...
May Bulletin Now Available
27th April 2024
The latest Bulletin has now been published. This is delivered in the months between Newsletters to every member of Orpington u3a who has provided an email address. Bulletin 5 - May 2024 Click here to see other recent newsletters and Bulletins. ...
April Newsletter Now Available
23rd March 2024
The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email: You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest news whilst it is still...
March Bulletin Now Available
25th February 2024
The latest Bulletin has now been published. This is delivered in the months between Newsletters to every member of Orpington u3a who has provided an email address. Bulletin 4 - March 2024 Click here to see other recent newsletters and Bulletins. ...
February Newsletter Now Available
27th January 2024
The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email: You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest news whilst it is still...
January Bulletin Now Available
22nd December 2023
The latest Bulletin has now been published. This is delivered in the months between Newsletters to every member of Orpington u3a who has provided an email address. Bulletin 3 - January 2024 Click here to see other recent newsletters and Bulletins. ...
Orpington u3a 2024 AGM to be held at 2pm on Monday 15th January at Crofton Halls
18th December 2023
The Orpington u3a 2024 AGM will be held at Crofton Halls on Monday 15th January. Doors open at 2pm with refreshments provided until the meeting commences around 2:30pm Orpington u3a AGM followed by Benefits of Exercise - Ann Wilbourn Click HERE to download the documents for this...
Latest version of Asset Register Posted to Members' Area
8th December 2023
A document recording all the equipment our u3a owns is now available in the members’ area or directly via the following link: Orpington u3a Asset Register You need to Login to the website to access this information. For each item of equipment purchased in 2023, there is an 'Equipment...
Celebrating 25 Years of Orpington u3a
2nd November 2023
We celebrated our 25th Anniversary with a buffet lunch for members at Crofton Halls. There was hit music from 1998 to the present playing, with a presentation of facts from 1998 intermingled with photos of many of our groups. The happy sound of chatter and laughter filled the hall as we tucked...
Financial Policies and Procedures
13th October 2023
A document describing how we manage the finances of our u3a is now available in the members area or directly via the following link: Financial Policies and Procedures Our policy is to comply with Charity Commission guidelines whilst at the same time minimising bureaucracy. The procedures...
October Newsletter Now Available
3rd October 2023
The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email: You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest news whilst it is still...
Birdwatching Group Welcomes New Members
21st January 2023
After a couple of years of uncertainty, the birdwatching group has this year got a plan in place for monthly outings. The group meets on the fourth Wednesday of the months February to November to visit an area known to offer interesting habitats for woodland and water birds. These include...
Message From Our New Chairman, Sue
16th January 2023
I am very pleased to be elected as the new Chairman of Orpington u3a and I’m excited at the prospect of meeting as many members as possible over the forthcoming months. My thanks go to our colleagues on the Committee who have ‘retired’ from their posts and of course, to those who have...
Membership Renewal For 2023 is Now Due
16th January 2023
Please complete your renewal by 1st March. Those of you who joined on or after 1st December 2022 already have 2023 membership and do not need to renew. Click HERE for further details. ...
December Newsletter and Materials for January AGM Now Available
5th December 2022
The latest newsletter has now been published. For those of you who still receive this in the post we are doing our best to get it to you as soon as possible. Here's 4 good reasons to think about taking the newsletter by email: You'll get it sooner (hear all the latest news whilst it is still...
New Mahjong for Beginners Interest Group Starting in October
29th September 2022
Hot on the heels of the successful BOB Games morning, Irmgard Tonolo is looking to start a Mahjong Beginners on Monday 24th October, 2-4pm at her house Interest Group. If you are interested in joining you can find Irmgards contact number on the Interest Group list under Mahjong 3. ...
Bromley, Orpington & Beckenham u3a Games Morning a Great Success
28th September 2022
The Bob u3a 40th Anniversary Games morning was held at Crofton Halls on Wed 21st September. Chair Pauline and Bromley Chair Sandy Boden agreed it was a roaring success and plan to run another on in the future. Many of our card and board games were represented with attendees able to try...
Bromley, Orpington & Beckenham u3a Games Morning - Wed 21st September
6th August 2022
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of u3a, Bromley, Orpington & Beckenham (BOB) would like to invite you to a morning of fun and games at Crofton Halls on Wednesday 21st September from 10am to 1pm. Click HERE for further details. ...
Birdwatching Group events for 2022
7th April 2022
The group meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month to visit parks, rivers and reserves local to Orpington or farther afield, to look out for birds and other fauna. We have a gentle walk and try to finish with a welcome cup of coffee. Generally we meet at the venue at 10 a.m. or at the...
Have you tried joining our Coffee Mornings at BR6?
23rd March 2022
Many of our members join our coffee mornings at BR6, held at 10.30 am on the Tuesday directly after our monthly meetings at Crofton Halls. £3.50 for coffee and a pastry. All members are welcome, no need to book. Just come along and say hi. If you are new to Orpington u3a...
