Ravenshead u3a Diary
These meetings, trips and other events are organised for Ravenshead u3a members.
Click the heading link for each item below to see more detail.
For all enquiries about Trips & Holidays contact: Halinka Rajchel

Meetings
13th October 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Meeting
Discover the extraordinary journey of Mary’s Meals, the charity that grew from a simple idea in a Scottish shed into a global movement feeding millions of children every school day. This inspiring talk reveals how one act of compassion sparked a worldwide mission to end child hunger through education — and why ordinary people remain at the heart of its success.
Join us for a powerful, uplifting session that celebrates hope, community, and the impact we can make together. A talk not to miss.
Venue: St Peter's Church
Cost: Free
10th November 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Meeting
The Current State of Our NHS – John Todd
Is our NHS now at breaking point — and why? In this informative and surprisingly entertaining talk, John Todd examines the growing pressures facing the health service, from rising demand and changing patient expectations to workforce shortages and the long‑term decline in UK clinical training. He explores how the UK compares with similar countries, highlights the most worrying trends, and explains the actions being considered to improve outcomes.
John encourages questions throughout and invites the audience to share what they would change. A thought‑provoking session for anyone concerned about the future of our NHS.
Venue: St Peter's Church
Cost: Free
Trips and Visits
Trips and Visits are back!
Follow the link below to find out more!
12th November 2026
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Outing
Set within 150 acres of woodlands, memorials and landscaped gardens, the National Memorial Arboretum offers a powerful and reflective experience. A coach will depart from Ravenshead on Thursday 12 November […]
Cost: £11
Booking Required
Other events including Holidays
24th April 2027
to 30th April 2027
Holiday
We will be staying at The Duke of Gordon Hotel in Kingussie for 7 days (6 nights), departing from Ravenshead on 24 April 2027 or 1st October 2027. The package […]
Cost: £539
Booking Required