u3a

Saffron Walden

Theatre and Travel

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 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.

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 (All Theatre & Travel payments are to be made into the u3a account ending in 5183 - not 5175 which is for other things, such as membership or Christmas lunch.)
If you want to pay by cheque please make it out to Saffron Walden u3a and liaise with the appropriate group leader.

Theatre & Travel Programme for 2026

The Theatre & Travel Group's programme for 2026 has been updated (June 2025). 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 page 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.

Coach Pick-Up Points for all T&T Outings, Theatres and Holidays

Thaxted - Guildhall
Saffron Walden - Thaxted Road - near Peasland Road by old bus stop before pedestrian crossing
- The Common bus stop (Next to Car Park entrance)
- Station Street bus stop (By B& R Carpets)
- Swan Meadow (Coach Park)
Newport - if travelling that way
- preferred stop by Coach & Horses Pub
or by Saggers opposite Dorringtons
Quendon - if travelling that way
- opposite the 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

Tuesday 25th August 2026
Theatre and Travel
Tuesday 25th August 2026 at The London Palladium. RESERVE LIST ONLY Tickets are £55.00 plus coach. Payment for tickets by 6th March to obtain this prior booking price, also this […]
Cost: 55.00
Booking Required
Wednesday 23rd September 2026
Theatre and Travel
Guided tour of St Pauls and Smithfield areas plus canal boat trip to Camden Lock. 23rd September 2026. Cost approximately £65.00 depending on numbers. Pickup times: Thaxted Guild Hall 07.45, […]
Cost: £60
Booking Required
Thursday 8th October 2026
7:00pm
Theatre and Travel
Southend Theatre 8th October 2026 at 7pm. To include pre show meal. Tickets are £68.00 including £5.00 meal deposit and have to be paid by 13th March to obtain this […]
Cost: 68.00
Booking Required
Monday 12th October 2026
7:30pm
Theatre and Travel
Royal Albert Hall on Monday 12th October 2026 at 7.30 PM Price £39.00 each. Coach TBA. Payment by 7th August 2026. Programme to include: Holsts Planets, Strausse and also Spach […]
Cost: £39.00
Booking Required
Tuesday 13th October 2026
Theatre and Travel
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
Tuesday 17th November 2026
Theatre and Travel
Maintee at The Aldwych Tuesday 17th November 2026 Reserve list only. Hear his songs - How it started in1942, how it changed music history. Tickets are £50.00 each and have […]
Cost: £50
Booking Required
Saturday 21st November 2026
Theatre and Travel
At Southend. Henry VIII’s 6 Wives as never seen before. Date: 21st November 2026. Price to include meal at Cliff’s Restaurant. Ticket and meal deposit £46.50 + &5.00 (£51.50) Coach […]
Booking Required
Thursday 3rd December 2026
Theatre and Travel
To be held 3rd December 2026 at the Pavillion Theatre Southend Tickets £40 each . Coach TBA. Few Places available. Deposit £20.00 now.
Cost: 40.00
Booking Required