Retford: U3A knitters donate items to HOPE

Hand knitted items such as; hats, scarves, gloves and blankets have been gratefully received by HOPE for their Emergency Accommodation Hostel in Worksop.

The U3A movement is a unique and exciting organisation which provides life-enhancing and life changing opportunities for those over 50.

There are over 32 different groups within Retford U3A such as, arts, chess and creative writing to name a few, where people can join and be involved in something which interests them.

“We all feel really blessed to have what we have,” said Yvonne Roberts a member of the Retford U3A Crafts Club.

“Therefore we wanted to give back, to those who are homeless and less fortunate than ourselves.”

For more information on U3A Retford, visit their website www.retford-u3a.org.uk

The U3A has several branches around Nottinghamshire with Worksop and Dukeries as well as Retford in Bassetlaw.

There are also branches in Rotherham and Sheffield.

For details, visit www.u3a.org.uk