We currently have around 120 active groups. As time passes groups come and go. Some seem to last forever, and a few drop by the wayside quite quickly.
We have a well used and documented process to add New Groups to our list. It might be just a suggestion from a member or a well thought out idea.
Our New Groups Facilitator will work with interested members to bring initial thoughts to an established group.
The more information that members can bring to the table, the better chance of success. Here is the current state of our new groups.
If you are interested in joining any of these new groups, please initially contact the New Groups Facilitator
Italian 2: additional Group
This is intended for members that already have, or are working towards, a
reasonable understanding of the Italian language and are keen to improve
their knowledge of the language and culture of Italy. The aim is to cover
grammar and the main points of standard spoken and written Italian, to
deal with most everyday situations including describing experiences,
opinions, plans etc.
At the moment we are seeking more members to make this worthwhile.
Updated 2 May 2026
Welsh for Beginners: additional group
Bore da, Braf cwrdd â ti. If you would like to know what this says – and how to say it to others, please think about joining the Welsh for Beginners group. This group is aimed at absolute beginners and using practice, discussion and conversations will provide you with the opportunity to develop skill in conversational Welsh.
Launched 2 May 2026
Updated 2 May 2026
Tai Chi Continuers: new group
Following on from the success of Tai Chi Beginners Group, we have a Tai Chi Continuers Group in the pipeline, as a progression for those that are more flexible and wish to develop and deepen their practice.
Updated 1 May 2026
Walks Short - about 3 miles: additional group
Yet another additional group for our walking members, we must be one of the fittest u3a's around with the number of walking groups we have. Currently 9, this will make 10!
As the title suggest, walks with this group will be about three miles.
We are current Looking for more members and a Group Coordinator to make this group worthwhile
Updated 23 Apr 2026
Stitching 2: additional group
The aim of this additional group is to build on the success of the existing group by providing an opportunity for further Shrewsbury u3a members to join this creative activity and enable them to explore a wide range of textile and yarn-based craft activities including sewing, embroidery, quilting, weaving, knitting, and crochet. It is open to all abilities ranging from beginners to experts, indeed anyone who enjoys being creative with fabric and yarn and is eager to learn from fellow crafters. Members may choose to work on individual or group projects, and individual
member-led sessions could also provide tasters’ of further activities. There is also an opportunity to focus on different techniques such as dressmaking. The meeting format, frequency and timing, would be finalised by the members, however, experience with the existing
group suggest that to meet for 2 hours twice per month, probably at members’ homes should work well.
At the moment we are seeking more members to make this worthwhile.
Updated 22 Apr 2026
Table Tennis - Mondays: additional group
Table Tennis seems to be extremely popular with our u3a. This was nearly called "Table Tennis 6"!
A setup Meeting was held on 20 Apr, and a Group Coordinator has stepped forward.
Launched 2 May 2026
Updated 2 May 2026
Our Grouponometer
Suggestions and Ideas: An idea for a new group has been brought to the notice of the New Groups Facilitator.
Development: The New Groups Facilitator canvasses opinion, discusses the merits and aims of the group, advertises the new group and hosts the initial setup meeting. At the end of the Development period a Group Coord should already be identified
Setup Meeting: The initial Setup Meeting will select a Group Coordinator - if not already volunteered, and agree the aims of the group and when and where they will meet.
Launch: The New Group is launched. Added to our list of current groups both on the website and Newsletter list. If required, training is given to the new Group Coordinator on how to manage their group through the Beacon system.