8.5470085470085
Welcome to Cockermouth u3a
Meet, make friends and try something new, whilst helping to share knowledge, skills, interests and experience
Click on 'Groups' under the 'Activities' tab to see the approximately 50 interest groups we have available for YOU
Next Events: 24 July 2026 2pm Friendly Friday Drop In; 14th September 2026 - Brian Topping - Tales of a Customs Officer - Part 2
The Proper Human Diet
Some people may ask the question “Why is the way I’m eating not working?”, which is a very large topic. The proposed group would look at how science determined ancient diets, some modern history that has impacted our current diets, the vast ocean of misleading propaganda, the current health systems and political bias. Also bringing in modern technology to enlighten any changes people might choose. Given the large scope of this subject, the Leader of the Group will go slowly and bring members along at their own pace.
To join the group, login, go to the group page, find the group (under registration groups at the bottom) and click 'Join this Group'
Anyone fancy a day trip to Windermere?
This is a trip with a difference as it’s to enjoy the sights, sounds (and smells possibly) of United Utilities' Windermere Sewage Treatment Works! It’s being organised by the Science & Technology Group, but there’s a few places left for general u3a members. It’s in a lovely location by the lakeside between Bowness and Newby Bridge. It's on Tuesday, 11 August, leaving Cockermouth by car at 11.00 and returning by ca 17.00. Email Leslie Webb (click to reply) asap to book a place if you’re interested.
All Meetings are held in Lorton St Methodist Church Hall starting at 2pm. Limited parking is available, but do collect a ticket when you sign in!
Visitors are very welcome to attend one meeting to have a look at us before joining.
14th September 2026 - Brian Topping - Tales of a Customs Officer - Part 2
12th October 2026 - David Felton - Cumbria 1000 years of maps
9th November 2026 - Ann Lingard - The Solway Coast
14 December 2026 - Mingle & Jingle
In Cockermouth we have nearly 50 groups - look in the group list under the Activities tab to see what we have to offer.
Thinking about joining Cockermouth U3A?
Cockermouth U3A welcomes new members. To find out what we are like, look to the group activities, get in touch with the Group Leader. If you find that we don't bite then we offer the following types of membership.
Our Membership year starts on the 1st October and membership is for 1 year. Anybody joining in August or September is automatically a member for the following subscription year. People are eligible to join in their Third Age (retired from full time employment).
Join from May to end of July Pay half price fees.
Join August or September and your fees cover 2025/26 or in other words those are Free Months.
Membership types and subscription rates (2025/26)
Full membership £10 per year
Family Membership(P) £20 per year (Both members will need to share the same address)
Member of another U3A £6 per year (Will need name of U3A and membership number) (This will give full membership of Cockermouth u3a)
Full Membership + Newsletters printed and delivered by post £17 per year
Family Membership + Newsletter/post £27 per year
And you can also subscribe to TAM (Third Age Matters) £4.00 surcharge
If you have still have any questions you can contact a group leader or a member of the committee or you can contact the membership secretary at membership@cockermouthu3a.org.uk
If you do wish to join click on Join U3A and follow the guidance given there.
Those of you who are already Cockermouth U3A members simply follow the guidance once the renewal process has started in late September.
