Events, Day and Theatre Trips, Travel

Thorpe Bay U3A has several Interest Groups that arrange trips on a regular basis for Members.  The majority of these are arranged by the Here and Theres Group, the Theatre Group and various ad hoc travel groups.

To see details of the trips arranged by these Groups please go to the Groups button in the left menu and search for the above Groups in the listings – there you will find details on how to register for their outings

How to book a place

Please note that outings are available only to Thorpe Bay U3A members.

To pay for any trips and events, the following or pay by cheque.

Pay on line to Lloyds Bank

Account Name: Thorpe Bay U3A

Account Number: 85935762

Sort Code: 30-98-97

Reference: The name of the trip. (Very important! And membership number, if room!).

Destination : Suffolk
Date               : 10th September 2026

New trip to Jimmys Farm. Coach will leave at 9.00.

 FULL

Destination : Bury St Edmonds
Date               : 15th October 2026

Day out to Bury St Edmonds. £18 pp. coach leaves at 9.00. FEW SPACES.

Destination : Near Harlow
Date               : 26th November 2026

Christmas Shopping Van Hag Shopping Centre near Harlow. £16 pp.

FEW SPACES

Destination : Kent
Date               : 6th December 2026

One night at a hotel in Maidstone with breakfast and dinner. A trip to Leeds Castle for the Christmas lights first day and Canterbury Christmas Markets on Day 2.

Twin/double room £184 pp NO singles left. Deposit is £50 pp.

Destination : Round Britain Cruise and French Charms
Date               : 11th April 2027


Two weeks cruise 11th April 2027. A small group from the U3A are going. Ask for details and availability. On board Ambience from Tilbury.

MAYBE SPACES NO SINGLES LEFT.

Destination : 5 days/4 nights Isle of Wight
Date               : 14th May 2027

Staying at the Trouville Hotel Sandown. May 14-18th by coach and ferry. Half board and includes excursions.