| Status: | Active, open to new members |
| Leader: | |
| When: | Monthly on Thursday mornings 10:30 am-12:00 pm 3rd Thurs (except April, July, Nov for day trips) (No meeting Aug and Jan) |
| Venue: | Gosport Museum and Art Gallery |
| Cost: | The cost of the day trips if attended |
This group is for members to get together and suggest on where to go and what to do. The idea is that we meet monthly, have two study meetings to discuss potential trips, discover all about the place of the visit and plan what to do during the visit. The aim is to organise three trips a year.
Next trip
Trip to Oxford on Thursday 19th November
Cost: £25 (includes coach travel + driver gratuity)
Get ready for a wonderful day out in one of England’s most beautiful and historic cities. Oxford has something for everyone — world‑class museums, stunning architecture, cosy cafés, atmospheric colleges, and endless opportunities to explore.
Coach Pick‑Up Times
- Brockhurst: 8:15am
- Castle: 8:25am
- Waitrose: 8:35am
- War Memorial: 8:45am
Return: Leave Oxford at 4:15pm to head back to Gosport.
The coach will drop us right outside The Randolph Hotel, directly opposite the Ashmolean Museum — a perfect central spot for starting your day.
Choose Your Own Oxford Adventure
Rather than organising one big group activity, we’re giving you the freedom to enjoy Oxford your way.
At our September and October meetings, we’ll chat through a range of options — museums, colleges, walks, shopping, cafés, and more — so you can pick what suits you best.
If you can’t attend those meetings, don’t worry: We will email a summary, so you have everything you need.
Prefer company?
If you’d like to join the trip but don’t want to explore alone, we can pair you with others who share your interests. Just tell us what you enjoy.
Prefer independence?
Feel free to wander at your own pace — Oxford is perfect for relaxed solo exploring.
Fancy a gentle stroll?
We’ve prepared a self‑guided walk featuring some of Oxford’s most iconic buildings — ideal for photographers, architecture lovers, and anyone who enjoys a leisurely wander.
How to Book
Email Fiona with your chosen pick‑up point.
- Sort code: 08 92 99
- Account number: 67480139
- Account name: Gosport University of the Third Age (U3A)
Or pay cash or cheque at the Thorngate main meetings: 2nd September or 7th October
All payments must be made by Thursday 8 October so we can confirm the coach booking. Our trips are very popular — early payment is strongly recommended to secure your place.
We’re looking forward to a fantastic day — hope you’ll join us!
Previous visits
- National Army Museum visit and guided tour of the Royal Hospital Chelsea with a Chelsea Pensioner - April 2026
- Salisbury Cathedral tour and exploration - December 2025
- Watercress Line, the steam‑railway with time to explore the railway and the lovely towns of Alresford and Alton - July 2026