Bruce will give a talk on the above. Bruce was Principal Teacher of History at Linlithgow Academy for over 30 years. For 8 years Principal Examiner in History for Scotland;author of some 16 books- school texts and local history mostly. Regular presenter and compere all over the Lowlands; After Dinner and Burns Supper speaker; used… Read more

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Janey is President of Murieston Community Garden in Livingston and will speak about the development of the community garden. More details to follow Read more

Kayleigh Maclean is the Supporter Relations Officer for Dogs Trust, Glasgow. Part of her role is to provide free, adult talks to local community groups and talk all things Dogs Trust! In her own words, “We’re known for Rehoming and Fostering our four-legged friends, but there are many initiatives we’re working on to improve the… Read more

"Wireless in my Life" covers the programmes to which Alistair listened from the 1940s onwards, from children's programmes, Gaelic song recitals, Home Service Light entertainment, Scottish humour, Scottish dance music and Sport to classical music. A number of the topics will be illustrated by a short sound clip. Alistair grew up on the island of… Read more

Eilidh is a Regional Fundraiser for Poppyscotland and will give an overview of the work of Poppyscotland and its fundraising and volunteering opportunities. After the talk we can all join in with Poppyscotland’s Tea and Toast, though in the absence of a toaster at Uphall Community Centre, it will be a tea and cake event.… Read more

Nick is a volunteer skipper with the Seagull Trust at Ratho but his working life was as Captain of the Queen Mary 2. This talk is based on some of his life onboard Queen Mary 2 and some other amusing stories. Read more

Kate is a member of U3A in Glasgow. In 2022 she published the book Bought and Sold, Scotland Jamaica and Slavery. Kate has been giving talks to the general public on the subject matter. What the talk will cover: How  Scots helped to end the slave trade and the institution of slavery. Read more

The Open Meeting will be a forum with the following 3 U3A members giving a short talk on their hobby, past experiences and work life: We are also hoping that Liz Ervine, Trustee for Scotland, will visit us on 19 February, to say hello and tell us more about her role. TBC Read more

Christmas Party at Pumpherston Golf Club in place of Dec Open Meeting Read more