Our membership magazine
u3a matters is the membership magazine of the u3a movement in the UK. Published five times a year, and posted direct to members’ homes, it is packed with stories from our members and u3a activities. The magazine also features celebrity interviews and articles on a range of subjects - technology, recipes, travel, competitions, and a lively and popular letters section.
How to receive u3a matters
u3a matters is exclusively available to u3a members. 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 in the online edition below.
February 2026 highlights
In this shortened version of the latest edition, learn how to uncover your family history and discover stories and news from across the u3a movement.
To read the full magazine, speak to your local u3a committee to ask for a hard copy.
Previous editions
Winter 2025
Autumn 2025
Summer 2025
Submit your stories
Do you have a story for u3a matters? Has your u3a done something you would like to share?
Screen reader editions
We have accessible, screen reader versions of several magazine editions.
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.
