u3a

Edinburgh u3a

Welcome to Edinburgh u3a!

As we transition into our Third Age (hard to define, but you know when you are getting there) Edinburgh u3a provides the opportunity to develop personal interests; to challenge ourselves and provide new direction in later life;  and to build new friendships in a supporting social context.

There are over 1,000 u3as in the UK with over 400,000 members. Edinburgh u3a is one of the larger with over 2,500 members - we bring our knowledge, skills and experience to run a huge variety of activities - from Art and Astronomy to Wine Tasting and Yoga, and 180 others in between. 

Join us and… Do Something Brilliant Today!

Membership of only £10 a year gives you access to all these activities and more - run by our members for our members.  You can browse our Groups page and sign up with Edinburgh u3a on the Join Us page.

Forthcoming events

Wednesday 18th November 2026
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Monthly Meeting
This talk focuses on impact of Roman invasions on Scotland's history
Cost: Free to members of Edinburgh u3a
Thursday 19th November 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Meeting
Everyone is welcome to our Open Coffee Morning. Whether you’re new to Edinburgh u3a, considering joining, or already a member, this is a relaxed opportunity to enjoy a free tea or coffee and meet others in an informal setting.
Cost: Free
Wednesday 9th December 2026
2:30 pm
Social
The Edinburgh u3a Christmas Concert will take place on Wednesday 9th December 2026. Come along to hear and see some of our talented Groups in action.
Wednesday 20th January 2027
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Monthly Meeting
Talk by Professor Beverly Bergman      One of the polymaths of the Scottish Enlightenment was James Hutton (1726-1797).  He qualified as a doctor, studying in Edinburgh, Paris and Leyden, but never […]
Cost: Free to members of Edinburgh u3a

Latest Notices

Eu3a 2026 AGM

18th November 2026

Group Funding Now Available

Group funding available for Group Leaders

Suggested Groups - Winter 2026/7

We are always on the look out for u3a members who want to start up or join a new group.