u3a

Thanet

Forthcoming Events

Droit House and Turner Contemporary, Margate

Our events are open to all of our members. Details can be checked below.

Our popular bi-monthly talks have included topics ranging from Climate Change to Ancestry. They are usually held in St Peters Church Hall, Broadstairs.

Monthly coffee mornings, MOTO and Outings groups meet in a variety of locations around Thanet.

If you are thinking about joining Thanet u3a, you are invited to come to any one meeting as a taster.

Forthcoming events

5th Nov 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Meeting

Short Course - The History of Thanet by Peter Brewer

This is a 4 week course on consecutive Wednesdays Wednesday, 5th November: 1. Introduction and Pre-history Wednesday, 12th November: 2. History to 1600 Wednesday, 19th November: 3. Agriculture Wednesday, 26th November:  4. Maritime
Venue: Friends Meeting House
Booking Required

19th Nov 2025
10:00 am
Social

November Coffee morning 19th November Minnis Bay Bar

Our November coffee morning will be on Wednesday, 19th November in the function room, The Minnis Bar & Brasserie, The Parade, Birchington, CT7 9QP. There will be a special presentation of […]

22nd Nov 2025
2:00 pm
Outing

A tour of Northdown Brewery

Katie at the Brewery says 'a brew tour takes just under an hour. A member of the team will explain what we do, how we do it and, most importantly, […]
Venue: Northdown Brewery
Cost: £20
Booking Required

27th Nov 2025
2:30 pm
Talk

Talk - The Band that Went to War

The speaker is Brian Short. This is the story of the Royal Marine musicians who were sent to the Falkland War. Brian joined the Royal Marines in 1973, not as […]
Venue: St Peter's Church Hall

1st Dec 2025
Social

u3a Christmas Lunch

Christine, Pam and Mike have pleasure in inviting you to the Thanet u3a Christmas Lunch which will be held at The Pavilion on the Sands, Harbour Street, Broadstairs, CT10 1EU on Monday, […]
Venue: The Pavilion
Booking Required

1st Dec 2025
Other

Short course:  Christmas in Vienna

Monday, December 8th 2.00 - 4.00 approx.  Pam Hills is repeating her very popular course. Although a repeat course, all are welcome back.  The first session will be held in […]
Venue: Private Venue
Booking Required

3rd Dec 2025
2:30 pm
Talk

Talk - Kent Police

In response to members’ concerns, there will be a talk by a speaker from Kent Police on how to avoid being scammed. Refreshments are available from 2pm
Venue: St Peter's Church Hall

9th Dec 2025
10:00 am
Social

December Coffee morning

Our December coffee morning will be on Tuesday, 9th December at Quex Barn Cafè/Restaurant, Quex View Road, Birchington, CT7 0BB. Please arrive from 10:00.
Venue: Quex Barn and Cafe

14th Jan 2026
Outing

Coach trip to the South Kensington Museums

Christmas is over, the weather isn't great so why not join us on a coach trip to the South Kensington museums. You can visit any one (or all three) of the […]

Cost: £27.50
Booking Required

22nd Jan 2026
2:30 pm
Talk

Talk - Prosthetic Perils by Andy Smith

Andy is an author and former business communicator and has two artificial limbs . His nickname is the bionic bard who entertains, motivates with humour and a smattering of history […]
Venue: St Peter's Church Hall

26th Mar 2026
2:30 pm
Talk

Talk - Ozempic - Miracle Weight Loss Drug Or Too Good To Be True - Mike Trevethick

 Mike is a Thanet u3a member and former Pfizer scientist. Refreshments are available from 2pm
Venue: St Peter's Church Hall

13th May 2026
Meeting

Thanet u3a AGM

Details to follow Please note this is a Wednesday
Venue: St Peter's Church Hall

23rd Jul 2026
2:30 pm
Talk

Talk - The Benefits Of Medicinal Mushrooms by Darryn de la Soul

Darryn has been recommended by u3a members and was delighted to be asked to speak on the topic of the efficacies of mushrooms.  A local lady who is keen to improve our […]
Venue: St Peter's Church Hall

24th Sep 2026
2:30 pm
Talk

Talk - Spark a Love of Nature by Nan Eshelby

Nan is a creative writer who has a love of Nature and easy things which help Nature and has written and illustrated the Maisie, Daisy and Mo, Love Nature book […]
Venue: St Peter's Church Hall

26th Nov 2026
2:30 pm
Talk

Talk - by Richard Goodenough

Richard is the owner of Chartham Vineyards near Canterbury and an experienced local entrepreneur.A family-owned business with friendly, knowledgeable and helpful staff . The cellar door is in an ancient […]
Venue: St Peter's Church Hall