
Braintree Area u3a would like to welcome all new and existing members to join our groups.
We would also like to invite any member who has an interest or passion and would like to see a group happen or instigate one themselves, please let the Committee know of your likes or intentions.
If there is a particular group you are interested in please choose from the list below under Groups and click on the group name to see further information. You can send an email by clicking on the 'Enquiry link' for the particular group you are interested in or contact the Groups Co-ordinator.

What groups are available?
Braintree Area u3a has more than 25 groups available covering a range of activities. The list is shown below, alphabetically, by category, by day, or by venue.
How do I join a group?
The annual membership fee gives you access to all groups. Each group is different. Some activities are free, some share costs such as room hire or refreshments, and some activities such as a visit to a local museum or a coach outing are at cost.
To join a group or activity click on the group you are interested shown in the list below and send a message to the Group Leader via the group enquiry link. Alternatively ring the Braintree Area u3a mobile no: 07938982183.
Have ideas for new groups?
If you would like to set up a new group please contact your Group Co-ordinator by clicking on the following link - Groups Co-ordinator or ring the Braintree u3a mobile number to leave a message: 07938982183 or contact one of the committee. Please remember that as a Group Contact you are only part of your group and not expected to lead it. All members of a group should be involved in how it is organised so don't feel overwhelmed; we are all here to help.
Braintree Area u3a Group Page Website Editors
Group contacts. If you would like to edit your own website group page, would like help updating your group web page or would like your page updated for you, please email the Website Editor by clicking on the following link - Website Editor.
Data Protection:
A reminder that regarding GPDR photographs are classified as personal data. If group photos are being taken members should be asked to step out of shot if they do not wish to be in a photograph that might be shown on our website.
Groups listed alphabetically
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Art Appreciation
Status: Active
Venue: Various
Monthly on Tuesdays 2:00 pm
4th week -
Book Club 1
Status: Active
On Tuesdays
2nd Tuesday of the month at 2pm -
Braintree Lunching Group
Status: Active
Adhoc -
Cards & Board Games
Status: Active
Venue: The Horse and Groom PH
Fortnightly on Mondays
Fortnightly on a Monday from 2-4pm -
Creative Writers
Status: Active
Venue: The Horse and Groom PH
Monthly on Fridays
3rd Friday @ 11.00am -
Digital Photography
Status: Active
Venue: Member's Home
Monthly on Thursdays
3rd Thurs 10-12.00hrs subject to change -
Family History
Status: Active
Venue: The White Hart
Monthly on Mondays
2nd Monday @ 2.30pm -
Flower Arranging
Status: Full
Venue: The Swan PH, Rayne
Monthly on Wednesdays
2nd Wednesday @ 10.00am -
French Conversation
Status: Active
Monthly on Wednesdays
2nd Wednesday @ 10.30 am -
Gardening
Status: Active
Venue: Various
Monthly on Tuesdays
3rd Tuesday - Venues vary -
Geography
Status: Active
Venue: The Hawthorns
Monthly on Fridays
3rd Friday @ 10.00am -
Grumpy Old Men
Status: Waiting list
Venue: The King William IV
Monthly on Monday evenings 7:15 pm-10:00 pm
3rd Monday @ 7.15pm -
Grumpy Old Men Too
Status: Waiting list
Venue: The Horse and Groom PH
Monthly on Mondays 7:30 pm-9:30 pm
2nd Monday @ 7.30 -
Grumpy Old Women
Status: Full
Venue: The White Hart
Monthly 11:00 am-1:00 pm
3rd Thursday @ 11.00hrs -
Jazz & Jammin
Status: Active
Venue: Member's Home
On Mondays
Ad hoc Mondays at 2pm -
Le Dejeuner Lunch Group
Status: Active
Venue: Various
On Tuesdays
4th Tuesday - Venues vary -
Out and About
Status: Active
Venue: To be arranged
Ad hoc -
Painting Group
Status: Active
Venue: The Hawthorns
2nd Thur @ 10.00 - 12.00hrs -
Petanque-Tuesday
Status: Active
Venue: The Swan PH, Rayne
Weekly on Tuesdays
Tuesday-Weekly @ 9.30-11.00am -
Petanque-Wednesday
Status: Active
Venue: The Swan PH, Rayne
Weekly on Wednesdays 10:00 am
Weekly @ 10.00am -
Scrabble
Status: Full
Venue: Member's Home
On Thursdays
1st and 3rd Thursday @ 10.30-12.30hrs -
Snooker
Status: Active
Venue: The Braintree & Bocking Constitutional Club
On Thursdays
2nd and 4th Thursday @ 2.00pm -
Sunday Luncheon
Status: Active
Venue: Various
On Sundays
Check Venue -
Tuesday Luncheon
Status: Active
Venue: Various
On Tuesdays
Check Venue -
Ukulele Group
Status: Active
Venue: Rayne Village Hall
Twice a month on Fridays @ 13:45 pm -
Walkie-Talkies
Status: Full
Venue: To be arranged
Monthly on Wednesdays
4th Wednesday @ 10.30am -
Walking Group 1
Status: Active
Venue: Various
Monthly on Thursdays
3rd Thursday @ 9.45am -
Walking Group 2
Status: Full
Venue: Various
Monthly on Tuesdays
3rd Tuesday @ 10.30am