u3a Activities and Groups in Otley for Retired and semi-Retired People |
u3a is a friendly community for people who are no longer working full-time, so ideal for those who are retired and want to stay socially active, learn new skills, make new friends and share interests in the Otley area. We offer over twenty groups and activities meeting regularly in Otley, from Walking and Games to Arts, Crafting, Photography, Tai Chi and Social Discussion groups. Look beyond Otley and there are over 100 other activities to enjoy.
Details for Otley are listed below or select here for group information in Ilkley, Guiseley and other nearby locations
Otley u3a Drop-In Social Sessions (Retirement Welcome Event)
Town Council's 'The Core', Orchard Gate
Come and meet current u3a members, ask questions and find out about our Otley groups over a cup of tea or coffee. These information social sessions are perfect if you are considering joining u3a or just looking to meet new people in retirement.
Friday mornings 10:30 am to 12 noon:
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- 12th June
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- 11th September
- 9th October
- 13th November
- 11th December
Coffee and chat at Otley Courthouse
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We have reserved the foyer space at Otley Courthouse, Courthouse St, LS21 3AN. The café now has a super dooper coffee machine. It's accessible, there's parking nearby and it's a short walk from the bus station. We'd love to see you, whether you're currently a member or thinking about joining. 2026
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Groups that meet in Otley |
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| Name | When and Where |
Organiser |
| Art for Fun |
Tuesdays 10am at The Bridge Church [artwork examples] | Lynda Drummond |
| Blues Appreciation | First Monday of each month, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm at The Black Horse | Lee Wellbrook |
| Board Games in Otley | Alternate Mondays 10am to 12pm in the foyer at The Courthouse | Sheila Brett |
| Bridge for Fun | Mondays 10am to 12:30pm at the OTP rooms on Mercury Row | Steph Lee, Trevor Williams |
| Bridge for Fun 2 | Mondays 1.30pm to 4 pm at the OTP rooms on Mercury Row | Steph Lee |
| Canasta in Otley | Every 2nd Wednesday, 1 - 3pm starting from 4th June 2025 at The Courthouse | Patty Campbell |
| Ceilidh Dancing | Friday afternoons in January and February at Beech Hill Church, Otley | Heather & Ray Williams |
| Improvers Photography |
Last Wednesday of the month from 2:00pm - 4:00pm at Horse and Farrier Pub, Bridge Street Otley LS21 1BQ. |
Peter Robinson |
| Go With - Otley | A group of u3a friends around Otley who support each other by sharing experiences and activities. No need ever again to be put off going to the theatre or the cinema because you don't want to go on your own. | Jacqui Wellbrook |
| Otley Sewing Collective | The first Saturday of the month 11:00am to 1:00pm and third Wednesday of the month from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. September 2022 to July 2023 at Beech Hill Church, 20 – 24 Westgate, Otley | Andrea Petch |
| Patchwork and Quilting |
2nd and 4th Thursday of each month 1pm at Bridge Street Church | Kathryn Thompson |
| Photography for Beginners | Horse and Farrier Pub, Bridge Street, Otley LS21 1BQ | Peter Robinson |
| Piano Duets | Quarterly Thursday mornings from 10am to noon at Bridge Street Church | Pam Harris |
| Reading for Fun | Every 3rd Wednesday at the OTP rooms on Mercury Row | Steph Lee |
| Songwriters | 2nd Wednesday of the month 10am to 12 noon at Otley Parish Scout Hall, Burras Lane |
Lee Wellbrook |
| Tai Chi for Beginners | Weekly on Thursdays, 2 sessions 2.30 - 3.30pm and 4 - 5pm at the Chippendale Centre, Otley. | Steph Lee |
| Walk for Fitness |
Alternate Wednesdays 10am at the Buttercross | Sue Raffo and Ray Moss |
Digital Inclusion
Otley Action for Older People hold an IT Support Drop in on Mondays 9:30-11:30 at the Chippendale Centre near the bus station.
There is no need to book and it's free.
If you live within OAOP's geographical remit of Otley, Pool and Arthington joining OAOP is free.
More info: https://www.otleyactionforolderpeople.org.uk/activities/digital-inclusion/ or 01943 463965
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