BNB u3a is a local group but u3a is a national organisation with groups across all of the UK. The national u3a website is at https;//u3a.org.uk and provides a number of resources to assist local u3a groups. Here are some useful links.
Special Advisors
u3a appoints volunteer Special Advisors on many subjects that are adopted by local u3a special Interest Groups. The Special Advisors provide help and advice on their topics, as well as help to start a new group on the chosen topic. Here are some links to Special Advisors associated with the special Interest Groups that we have in BNB u3a:
Bridge(Steve C) - see https://www.u3a.org.uk/learning/subjects/bridge AND their own website at https://www.bridgewebs.com/u3abridgegroup/
Books/Reading (Richard P) - see https://www.u3a.org.uk/learning/subjects/book-clubs - lots of advice and comments on different books
Craft (Kelly) - see https://www.u3a.org.uk/learning/subjects/craft - they have a Facebook page as well. https://www.facebook.com/groups/CraftU3A
Family History (Genealogy - Stephen) - see https://www.u3a.org.uk/learning/subjects/genealogy - lots of newsletters and research guidance
Ukulele (Ken) - see https://www.u3a.org.uk/learning/subjects/ukulele - lots of advice including references to learning resources for beginners
Computers & Technology (Online Events) - see https://www.u3a.org.uk/learning/subjects/lets-talk-tech-network - they have a private Facebook Group and also arrange regular online seminars - can be booked via https://www.u3a.org.uk/events/educational-events
Walking/Rambling (Terry) - see https://www.u3a.org.uk/learning/subjects/walking - also reference a 'walking exchange' where members can exchange ideas for walks with other groups. Also lots of guidance on running a walking group, e.g. planning walks, risk assessment, first aid, insurance etc.
Other useful Links
Many General Learning Events are organised by different u3a volunteers - see https://www.u3a.org.uk/events/educational-events (some need booking, but free, most held online via Zoom)
Online Interest Groups - See https://www.u3a.org.uk/learning/interest-groups-online - £12 annual membership fee allows access to a large number of online interest groups (Subject to availability of places) - groups meet online at fixed times each week/month as given in the information.
U3a Blog - many articles about life in u3as