| Status: | Active, open to new members |
| Group leader: |
Christine Duffy
Tel: 01799 520 173 or 07786 402776
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| Group leader: |
Jim Dwyer
Tel: or 07531 115160
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| Deputy Group leader: |
John Martin
Tel: 01799 521 504 or 07803 197 983
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| When: | Monthly on Monday afternoons From 1.45pm on the 3rd Monday of each month |
| Venue: | Bowls Club |
Representatives of this group will have a table at each Open Meeting at the Bowls Club, Abbey Lane from 1.45 pm to 2.30pm on the 3rd Monday of each month, (except August and December) where there will be the opportunity to collect the current T&T list, book and pay for outings/holidays, and to talk to organisers. The T&T programme will also be emailed to all members approximately every 3 months, and all details will be on the website.
Outings, concerts and holidays are open to all Saffron Walden u3a members. Brief details of future outings are included below, or click on the image on the right to enlarge.
For information about holidays see Holidays Group where Jean Little is the Group Leader
Click on the image on the right to see the latest programme but be aware that all items are subject to change. Please contact the relevant Group Leader for further details.
Theatre & Travel Programme for 2026
The Theatre & Travel Group's programme for 2026 is now complete, there are still some details to finalise but this programme gives you a very good idea of what we have planned. Please book as early as you can to avoid disappointment, all contact details for the Group Leaders are at the bottom of the programme.
Click here or on the image on the right to download the 2 pages programme
In case of an Emergency
Please have your emergency contact details on your person when travelling on outings, theatre trips, and holidays. Thank you.
Reserve Lists
If you are on a reserve list, could you please advise the organiser if you change your mind and no longer wish to remain on that list. Thank you.
Paying for Trips
If paying by direct bank transfer: u3a SAFFRON WALDEN – Sort code 60 18 10 – Account number 16635183. Reference: abbreviation of venue+surname
If you want to pay by cheque please make it out to Saffron Walden u3a and liaise with the appropriate group leader.
Coach Pick-Up Points for all T&T Outings, Theatres and Holidays
Saffron Walden
Thaxted/Peasland Road – Bus Stop on Thaxted Road just before Pedestrian Crossing
The Common – Bus Stop by entrance to Car Park
Station Steet – Bus Stop at bottom of Station Street by B&R Carpets
Swan Meadow – Coach Park
Newport & Quendon if travelling in that direction or unless otherwise stated
Newport – Coach & Horses Pub preferred if possible
Quendon – Opposite Village Hall
Uttlesford Community Bus
We are registered with Uttlesford Community Travel and this service is available to our members. So if you have any transport requirements, remember to contact Uttlesford Community Travel on 01799 519008 or 01371 875787. You can also email on info@uttlesfordcommunitytravel.org
Forthcoming Events
Thursday 13th November 2025
Theatre and Travel
13th November 2025 Visit to Oakham Lunch at Sysonby Knoll Hotel Melton Mowbray and countryside drive Free time in Oakham to visit Oakham Castle Museum, a Norman Great Hall and […]
Cost: £49.00 approx
Booking Required
Thursday 11th December 2025
9:00am - 6:30pm
Theatre and Travel
OUTING Christmas Magic at Belvoir Castle
Thursday 11th December 2025. Cost £53 per person less £10 deposit. £43 due. To be paid by 1st November2025. £10.00 deposit required by October 20th. BACS payment, Sort code: 60-18-10, […]
Cost: TBC
Booking Required
Tuesday 30th December 2025
2:00pm
Theatre and Travel
Ballet - The Nutcracker at the Royal Albert Hall
The Nutcracker ballet performed in the Round at the Royal Albert Hall. A most spectacular performance with Birmingham Royal Ballet Co. Matinee performance at 2pm. Ticket price £80.00 each. Theses […]
Booking Required
Thursday 15th January 2026
2:00pm
Theatre and Travel
Matinee at the Savoy Theatre, 2pm 15th January 2026 Ticket £50.00 each. Must be paid by 16th October 2025 Reserve list only Coach TBA
Cost: £50.00
Booking Required
Tuesday 10th February 2026
Theatre and Travel
OUTING - Arsenal Stadium and Museum
Self-guided tour includes museum, Director’s box, player’s entrance, dressing rooms, tunnel, pitch-side, dugout, press area & more. Possible lunch at nearby restaurant (TBA). Cost £52 - £62 depending numbers, meal would […]
Booking Required
Wednesday 25th February 2026
Theatre and Travel
OUTING - Chelsea Royal Hospital
Guided tour with a Chelsea Pensioner. Lunch included. Cost £59 - £63 depending numbers. Pay January. Contact Chris Duffy if interested.
Booking Required
Thursday 19th March 2026
Theatre and Travel
OUTING - Royal Albert Hall tour
Royal Albert Hall – behind the scenes tour includes how the building was founded 150 years ago, the engineering challenges, the royal box and entrance and possible afternoon tea or […]
Booking Required
Saturday 30th May 2026
Theatre and Travel
OUTING - Shuttleworth Wings & Wheels Air Show
Display of airworthy vintage aircraft to veteran vehicles, bicycles, carriages and heritage machinery. Live performances and central Shuttleworth Marquee showcasing a range of core Shuttleworth vehicles. Look to the sky […]
Cost: £45.00. depending on numbers
Booking Required
Thursday 11th June 2026
Theatre and Travel
OUTING - Brooklands - Motor and Aircraft Museum
Brooklands – Motor and aircraft museum with vintage bus ride. £56 approx. depending on numbers. If interested contact John Martin
Booking Required
Wednesday 1st July 2026
Theatre and Travel
3 hour lunch cruise. With F&C. £58- £62 depending numbers. If interested contact Chris Duffy.
Booking Required
Wednesday 12th August 2026
Theatre and Travel
Lord of the Dance – show at Southend including Meal. £60.50 ticket, Coach etc TBA. Pay by end April. If interested please contact Chris Duffy
Booking Required
Tuesday 18th August 2026
Theatre and Travel
Thames Barge Cruise – with possible Cream Tea and free time in Maldon. £55 approx. depending on numbers. If interested please contact Chris Duffy.
Booking Required
Tuesday 6th October 2026
Theatre and Travel
OUTING - Romford Greyhound Racing
Romford Greyhound Racing - afternoon, includes 3 course meal, live racing and bet if you wish. £44- £54 depending numbers. Pay by 25th September. If interested contact Jim Dwyer
Booking Required
Thursday 22nd October 2026
Theatre and Travel
The Poppy Factory – explore the history of Remembrance in Richmond - 90 minute tour, try poppy making, tea/coffee & cake. Suggest you take a packed lunch. £47- £57 depending […]
Booking Required