Monthly Meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month in the Darby and Joan Hall, Finkle Street, Cottingham from 2pm-4pm. The hall is situated in the centre of the village very close to the bus stop on Cottingham Green.
There is normally a speaker at the meeting and talks last for about 45 minutes and then there is time for refreshments and socialising.
Prospective new members can attend one Monthly Meeting at no charge prior to joining Cottingham u3a
Speakers for 2026
10th September "Cottingham u3a - AGM
No Speaker.
8th October "What inspires Art?" (and just about everything else)
Retired research physicist Dr Kevin Byron will demonstrate some commonly occurring patterns of creative ideas that appear across a broad spectrum of activity including art, science, engineering and advertising. This talk will appeal to anyone with an enquiring mind.
12th November - "Women of Words - A celebration of the spoken word"
Some of the core members of the Women of Words Collective will share pieces of their prose, poetry, plays, novels, musings and generally inspiring writing. Prepare to be moved, inspired to laugh, cry and to experience some magical moments with this talented group of women.
Women of Words meets on the first Wednesday afternoon of every month at Hull Central Library. The session features a special guest writer along with performances by the core members for attendees to share their own writing in a safe, supportive and comfortable space.
10th December - "Christmas Social"
No Speaker