u3a

Oldham & District

Art Appreciation

Status:Active, open to new members
Leader:
Group email: Art Appreciation group
When: On Thursdays
Monthly 3rd Thursday

The group is led by a committee who share the leadership role. The committee members are

Sally B, Paul D , Jane H , Carol N and Sue R . Norma R

Anyone who wishes to join the group should add their name to the membership list at the monthly meeting or contact us by clicking on Carol N . All are welcome to join us. No prior knowledge of art is necessary, just an interest in learning about and enjoying art.

The purpose of the group is to organise guided visits to galleries, museums, artist’s studios and places of artistic, cultural and architectural interest. Transport and refreshments will be arranged where possible. These events will usually ( but not always ) take place on the third Thursday of the month.

it is now mandatory , as part of the u3a insurance conditions, that each group has to conduct a Risk Assessment prior to any organised meeting or trip. As the Art Appreciation Group organises trips to various locations, members must inform the group leaders if they have any needs that have to be taken into account before going on a trip. This includes any physical, visual or mobility needs. It is not u3a policy to provide carers but your carer can accompany you and be accommodated if required.

When transport is provided, care should be taken when entering and leaving the coach and whilst walking around the venue. Suitable clothing and footwear should be worn. Please keep a note of the Tour Leader’s contact details in case of difficulties whilst on the trip.  

Forthcoming events

15th October 2026
Outing
Visit to Macclesfield Silk Museum & Paradise Mill  Thursday 15th October 2026 From cocoon to catwalk, Macclesfield's Silk Museum showcases the town's renowned silk industry history with textiles, machinery, and […]
Cost: £39.00
Booking Required
12th November 2026
Outing
A guided tour of:   Beneath the Great Wave: Hokusai and Hiroshige on Thursday 12th November 2026. The Whitworth Gallery, The University of Manchester,  Oxford Road,  Manchester,  M15 6 ER […]
Cost: £5.00 per person in cash on the day
Booking Required

Visit to Cartwright Hall & Bankfield Museum