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u3a matters

Our membership magazine

u3a matters is published five times a year and posted direct to members’ homes in an environmentally friendly paper wrapper. It is packed with stories about members and u3a activities, plus celebrity interviews and features on technology, recipes, travel, competitions, and a lively and popular letters section.

How to receive u3a matters
u3a matters is available to any u3a member. To receive your copy please contact your local u3a committee so that they can add your contact details to the u3a matters database.

You can read extracts from the magazine online below.


Autumn 2025 highlights

In this shortened version of the latest edition, discover what’s going on within the movement, be inspired by a rock legend, and reflect on a member’s wise words. You’ll find expert advice on everything from keeping your brain sharp to planting beautiful bulbs for spring, digitising old photos and film, plus a nationwide round-up of fascinating living museums.

To read the full magazine, speak to your local u3a committee.


Summer 2025 highlights

In this shortened version of the latest edition, discover what’s going on within the movement.

To read the full magazine, speak to your local u3a committee.


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Submit your stories

Do you have a story for u3a matters? Has your u3a done something you would like to share?

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Screen reader editions

We have accessible, screen reader versions of several magazine editions.

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Advertise in u3a matters

There are various ways to advertise in u3a matters, the official magazine of the Third Age Trust charity.


How to submit your u3a's magazine data

If you are the registered portal contact for your u3a, you can find the instructions to download and submit magazine data for your u3a using the link below.

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