Take us on a remarkable real-life journey—of discovery, adventure or transformation—and bring its story to life in fewer than 1000 words.

Who Can Enter?
All u3a members, including those in Interest Groups Online. You must be a member by 1 June 2026 and stay a member until winners are announced in October 2026.

Key Details:

Prize books for the winner and two runners-up, donated by HX Expeditions.

Free entry (one essay per person)

Deadline: Submit by 12 noon, Friday 31 July 2025

https://www.u3a.org.uk/what-we-do/learning/learning-activities/essay-competition-2026