How do I join?
If you are interested in joining our u3a, then contact the Membership Secretary, who will guide you through the process. Details of membership fees are listed below.
You will need to complete an application form. To see the form or to print it or apply online, see the 'Completing your application' section below.
Note: Potential new members can trial a group (up to two times - perhaps a single group two times or two different groups once) before joining. A member from another u3a can access one of our groups or become an Associate Member to access more.
Membership Fees
We aim to make our membership affordable and accessible for all. Some of the membership fee goes to our national organisation, the Third Age Trust who offer a range of services, including liability insurance cover.
In addition, members can opt to receive the Trust's magazine, Third Age Matters, at an additional cost.
Our current fees are outlined in the table.
| Fees valid to | 31/03/2026 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Month of joining: | Jan - Mar 2025 | Apr - Aug 2025 | Sep - Dec 2025 |
| Single Full | £17 | £17 | £12 |
| Joint Full | £28 | £28 | £21 |
| Associate Single * | £15 | £12 | £10 |
| Associate Joint* | £21 | £21 | £14 |
Completing your application
Using Beacon to renew your membership online
Beacon is a secure, online management system used by u3as nationally to manage membership, groups and finances.
Members can register to access the members portal where you can renew your membership, look at our groups and their details, look at the calendar of meetings and events, update your personal details and get a replacement membership card.
Click on the button below where you can register. Once on the web page go to 'Register for a membership account' (it is in blue). You will need the following details:
- Your membership number
- Forename
- Surname
- Postcode
- email address
Completing your application or renewing your membership using a form
Click on the relevant button below: