Home of the u3a covering Odiham, Hook and the surrounding villages
We run over 70 groups and monthly talks, fun trips and study days open to all of our over-900 members. Our members run:
- Creative groups like 'Creative Writing' or 'Drawing and Painting'.
- Activity-based groups like 'Pilates', 'Walking for Pleasure' or 'Pickleball'.
- Discovery-based groups like 'Science and Technology' or 'Environment and Climate Change'.
- Social groups like 'Bridge', 'Members on their Own' or 'Wine Appreciation'.
- Literature groups like 'Play Reading' or 'Book Groups'.
Our members are either retired or are no longer in full-time employment and there is no lower age limit for membership. Our annual membership fee is £20. There may be an extra charge to cover room hire, or if a group uses an external teacher, etc.
Please note that you cannot attend u3a meetings (taster sessions excepted) unless you are a u3a member because you will not be covered by u3a's insurance.
Upcoming events
| When | Title / link to web page | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd November | New Members' Drop-in | 14:30-16:00 Odiham and Greywell Cricket Club |
| 11th November | Drama Workshop | 13:00 - 16:00 Cross Barn Odiham Come along for a fun, friendly and informal afternoon of drama! No experience needed — just bring yourself and a willingness to try something different. An opportunity to meet people, make friends and get creative in a supportive environment while learning something new, having a laugh and enjoying an afternoon at your own pace. The workshop will be run by Sandy Truman who has a first class degree and masters in Drama and Theatre Studies. She writes plays, acts professionally and in local amateur theatre, teaches in a Sussex school and is an examiner for LAMDA. £20 per person - Contact Helen New by 15th October to book |
| 5th December | Christmas Cracker | Click here for more information on how to book |
| 12th April | New Members' Drop-in | 14:30-16:00 Odiham and Greywell Cricket Club |
New groups, proposed groups and groups looking for new members
| Group | Status | More information / Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Churches in the Landscape | New | There are more than 30 medieval churches within 10 miles of Odiham. Each has unique features. Each morning session will involve visits to 2 churches followed by an optional lunch at a local pub. One visit will be planned for each month on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. The cost will be £5 per morning (lunch not included) with donations being made to the fabric fund of each church. For more information contact Derek Spruce |
| Balance, Stretch and Core Classes | New | We are very pleased to announce three new eleven week courses titled “Balance, Stretch and Core“, "Beginners' Yoga", and "Chair Yoga" starting in January. More information to follow. |
| Wednesday Table Tennis | More members needed | The Wednesday table tennis group is recruiting additional members. For more information see the Table Tennis Group 3 group page. |
Online renewals for 2026/2027 is now closed
Members who have not renewed their subscription are considered lapsed and cannot attend U3A meetings because they are not be covered by u3a's insurance.
If you wish to renew your membership you need to email the membership secretary
Take advantage of the National u3a's talks and groups
Because you are member of u3a, you have access to whole range of internet-based resources created by the National u3a.
Included in these are talks and groups delivered over zoom.
There are three or four talks every week on a whole range of subjects.
And, as of December 2024, there were 101 online groups that you could join.
The National u3a website is here.