U3A Moraira-Teulada

TEULADA - Font Horta and Town -Tue
2025-09-23 09:00 - 10:00 (Europe/Madrid) | Teulada in front of Rodafoc, Avinguda del Mediterrani,2, Teulada, Alacant, 03725, Spain
Walk Leaders: Mike & Valerie

Duration1hrMeeting PointCar Park at bottom of hill on main street in Teulada in front of RodafocGPS: 38.727519 N , 0.097250 EWalking RouteDistance : 4,2 kmAround roads and paths in countyside and in Teulada itselfTerrainWalking SurfaceRoads and tracks.Ascent3 medium steep size hillsDirections to Meeting PointDrive to Teulada, go down main street and go left on the 1st roundabout, almost turning to drive back and park in the car park on the right hand side, in front of Rodafoc store. (It is the same car park used for the U3A-Moraira monthly meetings.)Walk#06

Facing the L’Almacera restaurant, turn right and walk towards the walker’s Font L’Horta trail. At the multi-junction go straight across and take the 2 meter wide gravel track (which has a wooden fence on its right hand side). Notice an information board with details of the path to the Font.

This path opened in May 2010. Continue on this track, with the barranc on your right and vineyards on your left, for approximately 500 meters after which you should reach the font.

As you approach the Font, At the T-junction, with the font ahead, turn left and after a few meters you have the following two choices.

For those interested, Go down to the font. After looking at the font, walk (left) up to the seating area and out to the road beyond. Here you have a choice.Choice1.

Turn left and walk down Cami de la Font de l’Horta away from the font. At the T-junction, turn right and then take the first left and go up the hill. Go to step 9.Choice 2 (The dashed route on the map).

Turn right down this road. Go past #15 on your right and then go first left up a medium steep hill. Look for the lovely house on the right #22.

At top of the hill, turn left onto San Miguel and go down the hill, passing the sign saying 60.

At the crossroads, turn left (into Cami de Pas Sl-CV73), noticing the memorial on the right as you turn.Take first right and go up the hill.Both Choices.

At the T-junction (with Calle de Tarbena), turn right and at the roundabout turn left into Médico José Pitarch passing Teulada’s Clinic Sanidad. As the road curves left around the Clinic, take the next right (actually almost straight on) into Cami del Calvari. Walk the length of this road, up a medium steep hill, ignoring all side turnings.

At the top of this road, you pass the ‘Clinic Centre Residencial Ana Maria Espinos Llopis’ on the right as you turn left. Cross straight over Av de Mediteraneo. Continue straight then turn left to walk down Av. Santa Caterina. Pass the Ajuntamiento in Plaza Constitucio and, where the road divides, take the road to the right (almost straight on) Calle Canonge Vallés and soon you will reach Plaza de la Creu on the left.

Cross Plaza de la Creu, and turn left into Carrer d’Alt. Follow this road into the old town, passing the church. At the next plaza (by the side of the church), turn left down some steps into Calle DivinaPastora. At the T-junction with Calle Cervantes, turn right and follow the road as it bends to the left passing the arches of Sala de Jurats I Justícies.

At the T-junction with Calle Colón, turn right. You pass now the Music Conservatory, which was the Teulada clinic in earlier times.Choice A

Continue straight on down Av de las Palmas until you reach the church of San Vicente on your right (a visit to the church is optional).

Go up the steps and through the Plaza. Return to Palmas and Take the road Carrer de Benasau opposite the church to reach Av Mediterraneo, the main road through Teulada. Turn left at the main road and cross at the traffic lights. After completing the crossing turn right and the Mediterraneo bar will be on your left.

At Bar Mediterráneo, stop for refreshments or continue on.

From the Bar, walk down Av de Mediterráneo, and just before the fountain roundabout, turn left into the car park

September Dining Out
2025-09-23 13:00 - 16:30 | Alicante
The next Dining Out event will be on Tuesday, 23rd September at lunchtime at Victoria Station Restaurant, Parcent. The menu and details of how to book were sent to all group members on Tuesday, 9th September at 10:00 a.m. (Spanish time). The hosts will be Hilary & Stewart Wass.

If you would like to join the group, please email John & Meri Snell, Group Leaders group-diningout@u3amoraira-teulada.org

TEULADA - Font Horta and Town -Thur
2025-09-25 09:00 - 10:00 | Teulada in front of Rodafoc, Avinguda del Mediterrani,2, Teulada, Alacant, 03725, Spain

Travel Trip to Granada offered by U3A Javea
2025-09-29 08:00 - 2025-10-02 17:00 | Alicante
Pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable Andalusian escape — where Moorish palaces, flamenco rhythms, and ancient cobbled streets await!

4 days 3 nights staying in the Hotel Gran Luna de Granada (or similar), a stylish 4-star stay in the heart of the city.

Click HERE for full details on the U3A Javea website

TEULADA - Countryside camis Railway via Cemetery - Tue
2025-09-30 09:00 - 10:10 | Teulada Poligono car park, Moraira, 03725, Alicante, 03725, Spain
Walk leaders: Alex & Elaine

Meeting PointTeulada Poligono car park. GPS: 38°43’42.4″N 0°05’37.3″EWalking RouteDistance : 5,4 kmCamis and paths railway station and cemeteryTerrainWalking SurfaceMostly tarmac roads. section of 400m dirt/stones and 150m woods path. Route goes under the railway once. Proper walking shoes required !AscentMedium hill out of Teulada. Mostly flat.Directions to Meeting PointFrom Teulada-Moraira:Drive to the bottom of the main dual carriageway. At the first roundabout you take the SECOND exit (the first one takes you back into Teulada or the railway station), and it is at the next roundabout you take the FIRST exit and under the railway. At the next roundabout, turn left, then sharp right into the car park (watch out for cars leaving the car park!).From Gata/Benissa:Take N332 until you reach the roundabout outside Teulada. Turn to Teulada and at the next roundabout, turn right, then sharp right into the car park (watch out for cars leaving the car park!). Park close-by in front of the ecopark entrance.Walk#09

Walk Description

There are very few road signs. Where possible, They are referenced in the description to help you coordinate with the map.

Walk to the Teulada end of the car park, turn left and go down to the nearest pedestrian crossing. Cross and take the road opposite and immediately turn right.

Follow the road as it sweeps left. When the tarmac ends, walk straight on. The station is very close and visible to your right.Choice 1: The Rural Route

Your path angles slightly away from the station and becomes a wide dirt track. There are fields all around. Just after the track bends left. Continue the track until you reach a T-junction with a wider road.

Turn right at the T-junction. Walk about 50m to the small building at your right on the corner. Turn right here.

Continue on this road, under the railway, until you reach a T-junction. Turn right and follow the road until you reach the carrer de Valencia.

Go to step 10.Choice 2: The Urban Route in case of wet weather

Walk to the Teulada end of the car park, turn left and go down to the nearest pedestrian crossing. Cross and take the side-walk opposite and follow this around the roundabouts to the railway station.

Walk past the station approx 450m along Calle de Tenerife (EW) uphill to the crossroad and turn left(before the football stadium).

Go to step 10.Common Route

Turn left onto carrer de Valencia, ignoring side roads and tracks, until the road bends to the right. Follow the road now till the end of the tarmac. The road splits in 2 dirt tracks.Option 1 (5,9km) (Green track on the map)

Take the left dirt track. Follow this track until you pass the buildings on your right. From here you have about 50m of stones and boulders to wade your way through, after that you find again a one person walking trail passing left around the big tree.

Follow the trail which goes through bushes, until you pass a house on your right about 50m away from the trail. Continue about 50m, Do not curve to the right here, but continue straight ahead. The trail becomes wider now and is a 2m wide path through the woods. Continue this path, keep to the left on any forking, going via the edge of the wood until you reach a biggertarmac road. Turn right here and follow the road which joins the Via Pista and turn right here.

Follow the Via Pista road now for x km. You pass the cemetery on the left and then the football station on the right. At the corner turn right into calle Tenerife (which slopes down to the railway station).Take the first road on the right onto Carrer de Valencia. Ignore the first road on the right and take the first track on the left past the Padel grounds (Blue track on the map). Follow this track, ignoring all tracks on the right. The track eventually turns to the left and reaches Calle Tenerife. Turn right here.

At the bottom of the hill, pass the railway station, turn right at the corner and follow the pavement around the round-a-bouts. At the next junction with the service road on the right, go left across the pedestrian crossing to reach the carpark.

There is a bar (El Poligono) just past Llofra and next to the Toyota dealer.Option 2 (5,4km) (Red track on the map at green split from option 1)

Take the right dirt track. Go right around the bend, you pass 2 buildings on your left. From here you have a straight dirt track for 150m which crosses the gaspipeline and continue for about 150m.

After that the track bends left and immediately right. Another left right curving 70m further on. After 70m the road turns right and continues for about 700m. Here you reach the carrer de Valencia, turn right onto Carrer de Valencia and take the first track on the left past the Padel grounds (Blue track on the map). Follow this track, ignoring all tracks on the right. The track eventually turns to the left and reaches Calle Tenerife. Turn right here.

At the bottom of the hill, pass the railway station, turn right at the corner and follow the pavement around the round-a-bouts. At the next junction with the service road on the right, go left across the pedestrian crossing to reach the carpark.

There is a bar (El Poligono) just past Llofra and next to the Toyota dealer.

TEULADA - Countryside camis Railway via Cemetery - Thur
2025-10-02 09:00 - 10:10 | Teulada Poligono car park, Moraira, 03725, Alicante, 03725, Spain
Walk leaders: Alex & Elaine

Meeting PointTeulada Poligono car park. GPS: 38°43’42.4″N 0°05’37.3″EWalking RouteDistance : 5,4 kmCamis and paths railway station and cemeteryTerrainWalking SurfaceMostly tarmac roads. section of 400m dirt/stones and 150m woods path. Route goes under the railway once. Proper walking shoes required !AscentMedium hill out of Teulada. Mostly flat.Directions to Meeting PointFrom Teulada-Moraira:Drive to the bottom of the main dual carriageway. At the first roundabout you take the SECOND exit (the first one takes you back into Teulada or the railway station), and it is at the next roundabout you take the FIRST exit and under the railway. At the next roundabout, turn left, then sharp right into the car park (watch out for cars leaving the car park!).From Gata/Benissa:Take N332 until you reach the roundabout outside Teulada. Turn to Teulada and at the next roundabout, turn right, then sharp right into the car park (watch out for cars leaving the car park!). Park close-by in front of the ecopark entrance.Walk#09

Walk to the Teulada end of the car park, turn left and go down to the nearest pedestrian crossing. Cross and take the road opposite and immediately turn right.

Follow the road as it sweeps left. When the tarmac ends, walk straight on. The station is very close and visible to your right.Choice 1: The Rural Route

Your path angles slightly away from the station and becomes a wide dirt track. There are fields all around. Just after the track bends left. Continue the track until you reach a T-junction with a wider road.

Turn right at the T-junction. Walk about 50m to the small building at your right on the corner. Turn right here.

Continue on this road, under the railway, until you reach a T-junction. Turn right and follow the road until you reach the carrer de Valencia.

Go to step 10.Choice 2: The Urban Route in case of wet weather

Walk to the Teulada end of the car park, turn left and go down to the nearest pedestrian crossing. Cross and take the side-walk opposite and follow this around the roundabouts to the railway station.

Walk past the station approx 450m along Calle de Tenerife (EW) uphill to the crossroad and turn left(before the football stadium).

Go to step 10.Common Route

Turn left onto carrer de Valencia, ignoring side roads and tracks, until the road bends to the right. Follow the road now till the end of the tarmac. The road splits in 2 dirt tracks.Option 1 (5,9km) (Green track on the map)

Take the left dirt track. Follow this track until you pass the buildings on your right. From here you have about 50m of stones and boulders to wade your way through, after that you find again a one person walking trail passing left around the big tree.

Follow the trail which goes through bushes, until you pass a house on your right about 50m away from the trail. Continue about 50m, Do not curve to the right here, but continue straight ahead. The trail becomes wider now and is a 2m wide path through the woods. Continue this path, keep to the left on any forking, going via the edge of the wood until you reach a biggertarmac road. Turn right here and follow the road which joins the Via Pista and turn right here.

Follow the Via Pista road now for x km. You pass the cemetery on the left and then the football station on the right. At the corner turn right into calle Tenerife (which slopes down to the railway station).Take the first road on the right onto Carrer de Valencia. Ignore the first road on the right and take the first track on the left past the Padel grounds (Blue track on the map). Follow this track, ignoring all tracks on the right. The track eventually turns to the left and reaches Calle Tenerife. Turn right here.

At the bottom of the hill, pass the railway station, turn right at the corner and follow the pavement around the round-a-bouts. At the next junction with the service road on the right, go left across the pedestrian crossing to reach the carpark.

There is a bar (El Poligono) just past Llofra and next to the Toyota dealer.Option 2 (5,4km) (Red track on the map at green split from option 1)

Take the right dirt track. Go right around the bend, you pass 2 buildings on your left. From here you have a straight dirt track for 150m which crosses the gaspipeline and continue for about 150m.

After that the track bends left and immediately right. Another left right curving 70m further on. After 70m the road turns right and continues for about 700m. Here you reach the carrer de Valencia, turn right onto Carrer de Valencia and take the first track on the left past the Padel grounds (Blue track on the map). Follow this track, ignoring all tracks on the right. The track eventually turns to the left and reaches Calle Tenerife. Turn right here.

At the bottom of the hill, pass the railway station, turn right at the corner and follow the pavement around the round-a-bouts. At the next junction with the service road on the right, go left across the pedestrian crossing to reach the carpark.

There is a bar (El Poligono) just past Llofra and next to the Toyota dealer.

October General Meeting
2025-10-06 09:30 - 12:00 | Salon GL, Teulada, Avinguda del Mediterrani, 32,, Teulada, Alicante, 03725
The next General Meeting will be held at the Salon GL, Teulada. Please click here for further details.

BENITACHELL- Former ALDI parking to camis and tracks between MORAIRA and BENITACHELL -Tue
2025-10-07 09:30 - 10:40 | Aldi Parking Benitachell
Walk Leaders: Phil & Debbie

Duration1hr 10min plus stopsMeeting PointAldi Parking Benitachell. GPS: 38°42’58.7″N 0°08’23.9″EWalking RouteDistance :An undulating route with a level middleTerrainWalking SurfaceRough tracks and tarmac roads.AscentAltitude difference 60 metres.Directions to Meeting PointFrom Moraira:Drive to Benitachell (CV737). At the Mercadona roundabout turn right and drive to the ALDI parking.From Benitachell:Take the road towards Moraira (CV737). At the Mercadona roundabout turn left and drive to the ALDI parking.walk#10

Walk Description

Cross Moraira-Benitachell road with care on the Moraira side of the roundabout and go down the cami opposite.

This narrow road winds downhill to a barranco and then winds uphill, eventually becoming a gravel track.

When the track levels a house can be seen ahead, and before reaching the house the track divides. Take the left hand track (straight on) which turns left past the house and continue uphill to the tarmac road (Camino del Rei). There are great views here in all directions.

Bear right onto Camino del Rei and continue until reaching houses on both sides of the road, a white one on the left (Casita Aurelia) and a yellow one on the right. Turn right here along a narrow tarmac road – Cami dels Benitaxells (not signed).

Ignore all tracks/roads to the left and right (there is higher ground on the left and downward slopes to the vineyards on the right) until you reach more houses. At this point you will see signs showing ‘Camino Rural’ and ‘Cami dels Benitaxells’.

Go round the left-hand bend past these signs and take an immediate junction on the right.There is a stone plaque on the right-hand wall showing N-120/P-7. Continue downhill on this tarmac road, past the houses until the tarmac ends.

On the right is a wide track – walk along here past wood-piles, sheds and old garden furniture until a terrace is reached. Step up the terrace (some walkers may need help here).

Once up the terrace turn left through the orchard and after about 10 metres right up the easy slope to the next terrace and then right onto the gravel/concrete wide track.

The track has a short steep climb up to the tarmac road where you turn left.

After about 100 meters there is a tarmac road on the left going steeply downhill. Take this road, whichhas several bends, until you reach a concrete surface and then a single track with bamboo plants on your left. Continue on this track until you reach a junction, take the right hand fork at the end of the stone/earth wall on your right.

Walk along this gravel track (slowly rising) and you will reach the junction at (3).

Continue straight on down the winding concrete/gravel road to the barranco crossing and up the short hill to the road and your car in the Aldi car park

Day trip to Gandia
2025-10-08 09:00 - 17:00 | Alicante
Wednesday, 8 October 2025The Ducal Palace, Basilica “La Seu”, lunch at La Alquimia65€ per person

Moraira U3A cordially invites you, to come with us on an historical adventure – a cultural and gastronomic day out to GandiaStep back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history, art, and architecture of Gandia. This unforgettable day combines guided cultural experiences, stunning landmarks, and a delicious local lunch in a charming setting.

The Ducal Palace of the Borgias

Our first stop will be for half of our group to visit the magnificent Ducal Palace of the Borgias, while the other half of the group visit the Collegiate Church nearby. The Ducal Palace was declared an Asset of Cultural Interest in 1964. Situated in the heart of Gandia’s historic Centre, next to the Collegiate Church of Santa María and the Town Hall, the palace has witnessed the city’s evolution since medieval times.Inside, we will explore breathtaking rooms adorned with original tiles, treasures dating back to the 14th century, and architecture that reflects centuries of history:

Tiles

Room in the Borgia Palace

Gothic roots from the 14th–15th centuries

Renaissance elegance of the 16th century

Baroque grandeur from the 17th–18th centuries

Neo-Gothic reconstructions of the late 19th–20th centuries

A guided audio tour will enrich our visit, bringing the palace’s past to life with stories of the powerful Borgia family. Expect opulence, intrigue, and artistry in every corner.

The Collegiate Basilica of Santa María “La Seu”

BenQ Digital Camera

Afterwards, we will have an hour’s free time as there will be a mass at the church and afterwards we will change over groups and again visit both venues. We shall continue our fantastic historical journey just steps away in the Collegiate Basilica of Santa María, the city’s principal church. Begun in the 14th century and completed two centuries later, this Valencian Gothic masterpiece was elevated to the status of Collegiate thanks to Pope Alexander VI. Declared a National Historic Monument in 1931, it is both majestic and intimate.

Highlights include:

The single nave with side chapels, embodying austere Gothic style.

The South Door (Puerta de Santa María) and the Apostles’ Door, among the earliest works of the great Renaissance sculptor Damián Forment.

Its layered history, marked by both glory and loss, including the disappearance of its ornate decorations during the Spanish Civil War.

This guided visit will reveal the basilica as a true jewel of Spanish Gothic architecture.

A Culinary Pause – Lunch at La Alquimia

Following our cultural journey, we will enjoy a relaxed lunch at the highly regarded Alquimia Restaurant, where modern cuisine meets tradition in an elegant setting. This will be the perfect moment to share impressions of the morning and savor Gandia’s rich gastronomic heritage.

Travel Details

Coach pick-up: Around 9:00 am (to be confirmed) at La Senieta, Moraira

Coach drop-off: Same location, late afternoon

This trip promises a unique blend of history, architecture, art, and cuisine – a glamorous day out that combines the grandeur of the Borgias with the spiritual beauty of Gandia’s crowned with a memorable lunch.The cost is 65 euros, but places are limited to only 40 people so jump in quickly!!

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BENITACHELL- Former ALDI parking to camis and tracks between MORAIRA and BENITACHELL -Thur
2025-10-09 00:30 - 10:40 | Aldi Parking Benitachell

October Wine Tasting
2025-10-09 17:00 - 19:30 | Hill Top Bar & Grill, Calle Móstoles, Moraira., Hill Top Carrer Móstoles, 33, 03724 Teulada, Alicante, Teulada, alicante, 03724, Spain
Marta will be presenting wines from Bodegas Bleda in Jumilla. The invitation and full details of how to book will be sent to all group members on Sunday, 28th September.

If you would like to join the group, please contact Pat & Brian on the email address below.

Travel trip to Granada, Gibraltar, Cadiz, Almeria & Mojocar offered by U3A Jávea
2025-10-13 08:00 - 2025-10-18 18:00 | Alicante
Join U3A Jávea members already booked on this trip for a memorable 5 day trip with Gibraltar as the main attraction. Stopping in Granada for one night on the way there and visiting the Alhambra Palace. Once in Gibraltar there’s a day trip to Cadiz and finally an overnight stop in Almeria and visit to Mojocar on the way back.

Day 1 Depart Javea (pick up points and times to follow closer to the date) towards Granada with stops and lunch (own expense) on the way. Arrival and accommodation at Gran Hotel Luna de Granada 4*, Free time, Dinner.

Day 2 Breakfast, Check out. Guided visit in English of the Alhambra Palace and Generalife.For Alhambra tickets we need full names and surnames, nationality and passport numbers, tickets are non refundable and non transferable.

Departure to Gibraltar. Arrival and accommodation at the Hotel Othel Campo, La Linea 4* Free time. Dinner.

Day 3 Breakfast. Excursion to Gibraltar with local guide included approx., 2.5 hours we will visit Europa Point, the Trinity lighthouse, the Rock of Gibraltar nature reserve, (entrance not included) St Michaels Cave, or the Great Siege Tunnels you will also have the opportunity to visit the Moorish Castle or walk down Main Street in the heart of the town where you will see the elegant British colonial buildings. Then a panoramic tour on the coach. Free time in the afternoon to explore at leisure, enjoy lunch and time for those who may wish to get acquainted with the local Barbery Macaques.

The Gibraltar information desk is located on the Spanish side of the Gibraltar border where we are staying, prices in pounds sterling for the Nature Reserve and should you wish to go to the top by cable car, which runs continuously from 9.30h to 19.15h, duration 6 mins.

Prices for Over 65s.

Cable car one way and nature reserve – £45.00

Cable car return and nature reserve – £47.00

Cable car only – return £17.00

All prices are an indication only. Check out Gibraltar tourism website https://gibraltar.com

Return to the hotel at leisure a short walk. Dinner.

TIE cards give you access to buy your duty free goods on the 3 days we are there. You can only go in once with your passport as it will be stamped and the 90 day rule applies.

Day 4 Breakfast. Excursion to Cadiz known as Tacita de Plata and considered the oldest living city in the West. It has a rich heritage, with a large number of monuments of civil, military and religious architecture, such as the Puerta de Tierra, the Main Telegraph, the Gran Teatro Falla, the Cathedral of Santa Cruz, the Roman Theatre and the Tavira Tower. Tour 2.5 hours approx., with local guide, free time to explore. Re-board bus 17.00h for return to hotel for Dinner.

Day 5 Breakfast. check out, departure to Almeria, Guided tour of Almeria approx., 2.5 hours, we will visit what was once one of the most important ports of the Caliphate of Cordoba, discovering its Alcazaba and its Cathedral on the shores of the Mediterranean. Narrow streets with whitewashed facades make up part of the panorama of its historic centre.

After visit departure towards Mojocar.Arrival and accommodation at hotel Hotel Marina Playa 4* Free time. Dinner.

Day 6 Breakfast. Departure towards Javea, with stops and lunch (own expense) along the way.

Prices Group size 42 – 47 – 692 euro pp double/twin roomGroup size 48 – 53 – 674 euro pp double/twin roomSingle supplement 224 euros

Included in price

Bus from Javea5 Nights half board accommodation in the above hotelsLocal guides in Gibraltar, Granada, Cadiz, Almeria.Entrance to Alhambra and Generalife with guide.Gratuities for driver and all guides.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS for this trip can be found HERE (scroll down the page). You are required to confirm on the booking form that you have read and accept these terms and conditions.

Deposit 180€ per person to secure your place(s).

BOOKING FORM

The Amazing History of Woolworths and the Astounding Lives of Members of the Woolworth Family
2025-10-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
Lecturer: John Hopwood

Frank Winfield Woolworth was the son of a farmer recently returned from the American Civil War and in 1879 at the age of twenty-one he founded the 5 & 10 cents stores which, according to the Guinness Book of Records, became the largest retail business and department store chain in the world with more than 4000 almost identical stores located in many countries.

With the profits he made he built the Woolworth Building in 1912, the tallest “skyscraper” in the world for more than eighteen years and still the 28th tallest in New York, and he paid for the entire cost of the construction – in cash!

It is also the story of members of the Woolworth family who inherited enormous wealth and their amazing lifestyles and profligate spending.

You would have to win the biggest ever Euromillions lottery prize (€190 million) at least ten times to compare with what they had.

They did not spend it wisely!

So, a mixture of great enterprise and endeavour followed by sex, drugs and the most extraordinary spending on lavish houses, amazing jewellery, fast cars and some very poor choices of husbands!

John will illustrate his talk with many extraordinary photographs from the past.

Last breath
2025-10-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
5:30pm doors open, for 6:00pm start (ends 7:30pm)

U3A Membership Card for entrance (free) – NO booking required

Chris Lemons, Duncan Allcock, and David Yuasa are members of a team of saturation divers who work to maintain undersea gas lines in the North Sea. While on rotation, the divers live onboard a vessel in pressurized chambers which maintain conditions required for diving and working at 300 feet (90 m)below sea level. During a deployment, Lemons and Yuasa exit the bell to begin work on an undersea gas line manifold, while Allcock remains stationed in the bell to monitor their status and attend to the umbilical lines that supply them with communications, hot water and breathing gas. But on the surfacein heavy seas, their vessel’s Dynamic Positioning System (DPS) experiences a malfunction, causing the ship to begin drifting away from the work site.This heart-pounding film starring Woody Harrelson is based on the true story of the seasoned deep sea divers who battled the raging elements to rescue their crewmate trapped hundreds of feet below the ocean’s surface.

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JAVEA - Cemetery to Benimadrocs -Tue
2025-10-14 10:00 - 11:15 | Javea Cemetary, Cementeri de Xàbia, Xàbia, Alicante, 03737
Walk leaders: Alex & Elaine

Meeting PointJavea Cemetery next to Tanatorio. GPS: 38°46’44.5″N 0°07’52.8″EWalking RouteDistance : 5,7 kmTerrainWalking SurfaceRough tracks and tarmac roads. Proper walking shoes essential.AscentModerate ascents and descents.Directions to Meeting PointFrom Moraira: Take the road from to Benitachell . Turn right at the traffic lights and drive to Javea(CV740) to the Ferrobox roundabout(carretera gata crossing). Turn left here on the CV734 towards Gata;From Javea: Leave Jávea on the CV734 towards Gata;You now go to the second roundabout (at the crematorium) and take the first exit right. Do not park at the crematorium but continue to the end of the road and the cemetery parking is on the left. Walk#26

Walk Description

Leave the car park, walking away from the Javea to Gata road and at the T junction turn right down a wide gravel track. Follow this track until it reaches an asphalt road – Camino de les Barranqueres. Turn left here and continue to the ‘T’ junction.

At the ‘T’ junction (with Cami Vell de Gata) turn right and then soon left into Calle Mauritania.

C/Mauritania snakes uphill passing C/Canada, C/Nueva Zealand and C/Australia. Continue on, and after passing C/de Argelia on the right, turn left into C/Gambia.

C/Gambia is a straight asphalted road that eventually turns left. Immediately after the bend turn right into Carrer dels Benimadrocs.

Ignore all roads left and right, continue down Carrer dels Benimadrocs past C/Tobago on the right and C/Groenlandia until the tarmac ends. Keep going on the dirt path until you reach a ‘T’ junction. Turn right here along C/de Islandia which is a rough stony path that joins with the asphalted Cami Vell de Pedreguer where you turn left.

Walk along Cami Vell de Pedreguer for about 1 Km, crossing a small stream with lots of bamboo until you reach Carrer dels Benimadrocs. This gravel track is on the left immediately after passing a small white house situated directly on the roadside. Turn left here.

Follow this gravel road which twists and turns many times before reaching a asphalted road with a couple of houses. This road is Barranc del Migdia (not signed). Walk along here.

Barranc del Migdia joins Cami Vell de Gata where you turn left and continue until reaching Cami del Cemetery on the right. Turn right here. The road zig-zags right and left bridging a stream and leads you back to the Cemetery.

At the Cemetery turn left and then right into the car park

JAVEA - Cemetery to Benimadrocs -Thur
2025-10-16 10:00 - 11:15 | Javea Cemetary, Cementeri de Xàbia, Xàbia, Alicante, 03737

MORAIRA : From ALGAS L' Andrago to Cap Blanc - Tue
2025-10-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Algas Car Park, Algas l'Andragó, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe,, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
Walk Leaders: Jan & Ian

Meeting PointAlgas car park. GPS: 38°40’53.2″N 0°07’12.6″EWalking RouteDistance : 4,17 kmFrom Algas to Cap Blanc and loop backTerrainWalking SurfacePavement and road, undulating, Some steps.AscentA few short steep roadsDirections to Meeting PointGo along the Moraira to Calpe road. At the first roundabout turn left to go down to the Algas car park.Walk#01

October Dining Out
2025-10-21 19:00 - 22:30 | Alicante
The next Dining Out event will be on Tuesday, 21st October at The Olive Tree restaurant in Moraira. The menu and details of how to book will be sent to all group members on Friday, 3rd October at 10:00 a.m. (Spanish time). The hosts will be Aileen & Brian Malone.

If you would like to join the group, please email John & Meri Snell, Group Leaders group-diningout@u3amoraira-teulada.org

Vall D’Uixo Caves
2025-10-23 08:00 - 18:00 | Alicante
This Trip is now fully booked

Moraira Teulada U3A Travel Group is delighted to invite you on the 23rd October, to a wonderful day out to visit what is reputed to be the oldest shoe factory in Spain, then go on to the incredible Vall D’Uixo Caves and take a journey by boat to see the fantastic underground caverns. After our caves visit we shall go to a restaurant nearby and have lunch.

Calzados Segarra

Founded in 1882, Calzados Segarra holds the distinction of being the oldest shoe factory in Spain. With over a century of history, the company blends traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation to produce a wide range of high-quality footwear.

Heritage and CraftsmanshipRooted in rich Spanish shoemaking tradition, Calzados Segarra emphasizes meticulous handcrafting methods that reflect its long-standing commitment to quality and durability.

Store-Museum ExperienceThe brand operates a shopping experience and museum, offering customers and visitors a unique insight into the evolution of footwear and showcasing both historical pieces and current collections.

Their Diverse Product Line includes:• Classic and modern designs for everyday wear• Work, military, and tactical boots known for their resilience and functionality• Footwear that appeals to both lifestyle and professional needs

After our shoe factory visit we shall have a break for a coffee if people would like that and then all aboard our bus to visit the incredible Caves at Vall D’Uixo at 1 pm

Caves Vall D’Uixo

The Underground River of the Caves of San José is a breathtaking natural wonder. Come with us to explore the longest navigable underground river in Europe, where you’ll journey deep into the Earth on a peaceful boat ride.

Glide over calm waters and marvel at the fantastic rock formations, sculpted by the slow, patient work of water over thousands of years. As you travel both backward and forward in time, imagine the silent growth of stalactites and stalagmites.

Let yourself be immersed in the tranquility—hear the murmur of flowing water, the echo of a single drop falling into an underground lagoon. Discover a hidden world, a stunning landscape that nature has kept secret since the dawn of time.

Lunch will be provided in a local restaurant at around 14.15Price : 72 euros per person

The price includes :

English spoken guide

return journey by coach from Moraira

Visit to Sagarra shoe factory

entrance to the Vall D’Uixo caves

menu of the day in a nice restaurant with 1 drink

Trip leaders – Carole and Paul Clark – email address carole.clark@u3amoraira-teulada.org

Sometimes changes may have to be made to schedules and prices, this will only happen when outside of our control and we will notify you of these changes. When booking trips it will be taken that you will accept any necessary changes.

MORAIRA : From ALGAS L' Andrago to Cap Blanc - Thur
2025-10-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Algas Car Park, Algas l'Andragó, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe,, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain

Hannibal: Rome's Greatest Enemy - now starts at 12 noon
2025-10-27 12:00 - 13:00 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
Speaker: Angela Chantry

Over two thousand years ago one of the greatest military leaders in history almost destroyed Rome.Hannibal, a daring African general from the city of Carthage, led an army of warriors and battle elephants over the snowy Alps to invade the very heart of Rome’s growing empire. But what kind of person would dare to face the most relentless imperial power of the ancient world? How could Hannibal, consistently outnumbered and always deep in enemy territory, win battle after battle until he held the very fate of Rome within his grasp?Hannibal appeals to many as the ultimate underdog—a Carthaginian David against the Goliath of Rome—but it wasn’t just his genius on the battlefield that set him apart. As a boy and then a man, his self-discipline and determination were legendary. As a military leader, like Alexander the Great before him and Julius Caesar after, he understood the hearts of men and had an uncanny ability to read the unseen weaknesses of his enemy. But Hannibal was much more than just a great general. He was a practiced statesman, a skilled diplomat, and a man deeply devoted to his family and country.

Inside Man
2025-10-27 17:30 - 20:05 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
5:30pm doors open, for 6:00pm start (ends 8:05pm)

U3A Membership Card for entrance (free) – NO booking required

Composed and meticulous, the soft-spoken and ingenious bank robber, Dalton Russell, has orchestrated the perfect heist — shortly, the Manhattan bank at 20 Exchange Place along with dozens of hostages will be his to command. Try as he might, the rough hostage negotiator, Keith Frazier (Denzel Washington), is always one step behind the criminal mastermind — and what is more disheartening — the institution’s silver-haired founder, Arthur Case (Christopher Plummer), recruits the shrewd and experienced problem-fixer, Madeline White (Jodie Foster), to retrieve something of paramount importance. What’s more, to Frazier’s intense frustration, the thieves seem to be in no great hurry to resolve the situation.

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LLIBER - Lliber zoo - Tue
2025-10-28 10:00 - 11:15 | Lliber public parking at Travesia el Pla, Travessia el Pla, 5, 03729 Llíber, Alicante, 03729, Spain
Walk leaders: Jacqui & Andy

Meeting PointThe Lliber public parking at Travesia el Pla. GPS: 38.74194 N, 0.00765 EWalking RouteDistance : 5,35 kmStarts in the village and follows the valley paths returning to Llíber by the village back roads.We pass a small zoo hidden between Lliber and Gata. Excellent views of the valley and the campo behind Llíber.TerrainWalking SurfaceInitially, the path is flat on concrete and compacted dirt. 800m uphill through the woods on rocky path. Tarmac for last 20 mins back to the village.Ascent100m Steep tarmac hill after the woods. 90m altitude difference.Directions to Meeting PointComing from Teulada, take the N332 towards Benissa. About 1km after the Benissa (Pedrera) trading estate stay on the new N332 Benissa bye-pass. After about 2km. take the slip road signposted for CV749 – Pinas and CV750 Xalo (Jalon). At the roundabout take the 1st exit to Xalo (Jalon) CV750.Continue towards Jalon for approx 4 km.After passing the AroMas restaurant on your right, turn right in 300m. The right turn has a small signpost showing LLIBER 1km. Go along this narrow road, crossing over two junctions. The parking (on the right) can be seen ahead from some distance.Walk#43

Walk Description

Leave the parking and enter Carrer Benissa. Cross calle san Juan and walk along carrer san Fransesc. At carrer Colom turn left and walk past the public parking of the health centre.

From the car park walk along the concrete barranco towards the Jalon road. Pass under the road bridge and continue along the barranco. Follow this path which eventually follows the river jalon. The path comes to a split. Either way end up at the same point. Take the right-hand path close to the hill. You pass a sign for rock climbing ‘Escalada Penya Rotja’. Then you pass the gate of ‘Finca Erbalunga’ and after 100m the path comes to a sharp bend to the right and a small path straight ahead. Go to the right andfollow ‘Cami de Gorgos’.

Follow the path as it leaves the river. After about 500m you reach the Lliber purification plant to your left. Below you will see the river bed. The path here is level and continues past the purification plant.Keep to the right and continue on this path. Ignore all little paths left and right.

As the path starts to descend slightly, you will reach the first crossing of the Jalon river. The concrete crossing offers a beautiful view and worth a short pause and a photograph.

Follow the path through the bushy valley until the path descents slightly to a concrete crossing. The second crossing of the Jalon river. I has a blue electricity mast on the left side when you pass the cross-ing. Continue on the path with now regular electricity masts on the left. After a 600m the path turns to the right.

Now, after 100m, the path turns left(reaching the main road to Gata CV-748) and has a small track aheadgoing into the woods. This path runs parallel to the CV-748. Continue on this path

The path now start climbing gradually for 800m. About halfway you reach the little zoo on the left ( mountain goats, special chickens, sealion, donkey, etc).

As the path continues, coming out of the woods, it reaches a square. Take the left road between the houses 100m steep uphill.

At the top, you reach the CV-748 Gata road. Turn right here and continue on the road until past the S- bend. You reach a junction, to the right Cami la Bassa and a sign to restaurante Vall del Pop. Take this road. To the right there are rubbish bins. Pass the bins and go onto the back road of Llíber.

Follow this tarmac road down the hill towards Llíber. There are one or two houses along the road. Ignore the first road (Calle Bassa) to the left going down a steep hill. Also ignore the Y-junction (at Y-junction 2 on map) and walk on to the next Y-junction (Y-junction 3 on map).

Here you have a choice.

Choice 1. Turn left at this junction (Y-junction 3) and follow the path down, around the church. At the bottom, turn left and walk down into the main Plaza.

Choice 2. (At Y-junction 3 on map) take the right hand path up a short steep hill and follow it to the cementerio. There are great views here. At the cementerio, turn sharp left and descend past the stations of cross and then past the church to the main Plaza.

The Plaza. There are some bars around the Plaza.

Return to the car. From the Plaza, walk down to the main road, cross the crossing and turn right, first left, first right and then past the medical centre back to the car park..

LLIBER - Lliber zoo - Thur
2025-10-30 10:00 - 11:15 | Lliber public parking at Travesia el Pla, Travessia el Pla, 5, 03729 Llíber, Alicante, 03729, Spain

November Coffee Morning
2025-11-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Golf Club de Ifach, Carrer Mitgeta, 5, Benissa, Alicante, 03720, Spain
We hope you will come along and join us for a free cup of coffee at the lovely Ifach Golf Club with its splendid views. This will be an informal coffee morning and there will be no presentations.

The membership desk will be open from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. for those who wish to renew their membership for 2025 and for prospective new members who have already submitted online applications and wish to pay their subscriptions for 2025 in Cash. This will be the last opportunity to pay in cash for 2025 membership.

Members who attend a coffee morning can meet other members, pay in cash for membership subscriptions, buy tickets for social events and travel trips, have the opportunity to talk to members of the Committee and, of course, to ask questions.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Further information about U3A General Meetings and Coffee Morning can be found here.

GATA de GORGOS - Camis and trails towards Jesus Pobre - Tue
2025-11-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Gata Llavador de la Rana, Llavador de la Rana
Walk Leaders: Phil & Debbie

Meeting PointPublic Parking next to the historical washing place “llavador de la Rana”GPS: 38°46’57.6″N 0°05’38.3″EWalking RouteDistance : 4,8 kmAround the lanes and tracks between Gata and Jesus Pobre. Amazing views in all directions.TerrainWalking SurfaceAlmost all tarmac – concrete roads. One small section of dirt path.AscentNegligible.Directions to Meeting PointFrom Moraira: Take the road from to Benitachell . Turn right at the traffic lights and drive to Javea(CV740) to the Ferrobox roundabout(carretera gata crossing). Turn left here on the CV734 towards Gata;From Javea: Leave Javea on the CV734 towards Gata. Go straight across the Ferrobox roundabout;All: Pass the crematorio and fuel station. At the 3th roundabout just outside Gata de Gorgos, turn right and at the T-junction turn right again. Pass the back of the White house with Blue around windows and park in the parking area immediately after where the road turns left.Walk#35

Choice 1: Basic Start.With the main road behind you, turn right (towards Javea) and walk around the left hand bend in the road.On your right you will see the font and washing house and a very old tree. On your left is a windmill.

Walk past the windmill taking the road to right. Go to step 6

Choice 2: Loop start(Dashed line).With your back to the CV734, start by walking left towards the blue house, keep straight on the small path, do not go towards the main road.Pass windmills on the left and continue straight until the crossroads.

Turn right here (into “Cami nord loop”).At end of the road turn right into Cami de les Seniest.

The road bends right, keep on this road and at the Font turn left.

Both Choices.Follow the road ‘Cami de les Puntes’ round the right hand bend and take the left hand tarmac turning just ahead.

The road is now straight for a while until it reaches a Y-junction. Take the left hand road.

Follow this road ahead and round the left hand bend into a set of houses known locally as “the village”. As the road leaves “the village” it turns sharp right.

Follow the dog-legs right and left as you cross the stream (a Barranc).

At the end of a 180 metre straight section the road turns left. There is a small track straight ahead and a walkers red cross on the wall. Do not turn left but go straight ahead down the small track.

The track has a good surface but may be muddy in wetter times as the fields on the left are higher than the track.

Follow the track until it meets the road (Cami de l‟Assador del Mollet). This is a concrete road. Turn right onto the road.

In about half a kilometre, you will come to a T-junction with the road „Cami de Jesus Pobre I Pedreguer a Xabia‟. Turn right at the T-junction.

You will pass a horse centre (stables) on the right. Follow this road for about 300 metres where it will bend to the right. There is a wide track straight ahead. Do not follow the track but turn right and stay on the tarmac road.

The road passes a few houses and then zigzags over a stream( a Barranc).Here you have 2 choices 3 and 4.

Choice 3: The Barranc Path(Dashed line)Just before the Barranc, there is path on the left that runs parallel with the course of the Barranc. Take this path.

The path follows roughly a straigit line, staying parallel to the Barranc although not as close as it was at the start. At the end of the path you reach a tarmac road (“Cami oest”) .

Turn right onto “Cami oest” and the road immediately crosses the Barranc. Walk on and eventually you willpass “Cami nord a la village” joining in from the right. Go to step 21.

When Wet Choice 4: Direct route.Continue on and you will soon meet the Y-junction visited earlier in the walk (in step 7).

Turn left and walk down “Cami nord a la village”. At the T-junction further on, turn right.

Both Choices 3 and 4.Walk around the left bend and soon you will see the windmill and pass the font to return to the parking.

GATA de GORGOS - Camis and trails towards Jesus Pobre - Thur
2025-11-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Gata Llavador de la Rana, Llavador de la Rana

How it all Began
2025-11-10 10:30 - 11:30 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
Speaker: Ally O Brian

What are the stories behind some of the famous products? Birds Custard and Royal Baking Powder were both invented because Alfred Bird’s wife was allergic to yeast and eggs. “Marriage is a lot more harmonious when one’s wife can satisfy her sweet tooth”!!!

Why is there no sugar or flavouring in cornflakes? What was plasticine first used for? How did lingerie go from a silk camisole to a push-up bra?

Kellogg’s cornflakes, Liquorice Allsorts, Goddard’s Wonderbra, Plasticine, Sunlight soap, Gillette and more. They all have a history.

Heretic
2025-11-10 17:30 - 19:50 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
5:30pm doors open, for 6:00pm start (ends 7:50pm)

U3A Membership Card for entrance (free) – NO booking required

Two young Mormon missionaries are forced to prove their faith when they knock on the wrong door. Greeted by a diabolical Mr. Reed (Hugh Grant), the religious women are drawn into a deadly game of cat-and-mouse, as they find themselves plunged into the darkest labyrinths of Reed’s mind.

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JAVEA – San Antonio lighthouse to Windmills Guardia - Tue
2025-11-11 10:00 - 11:15 | Javea San Antonio mirador next to lighthouse, Ctra. del Cap de Sant Antoni,49, Xàbia, Alicante, 03730, Spain
Walk Leaders: Keith & Valerie

Meeting PointSan Antonio Lighthouse, car park on the right, 200m before lighthouse.GPS: 38°48’13.5″N 0°11’34.7″EWalking RouteDistance : 5,2 kmThrough woods and tracks between the lighthouse and the Monesterio.TerrainWalking SurfaceMostly pavement, some road and pathsAscentNegligible.Directions to Meeting PointFrom Moraira:Take the road to Benitachell, in the centre of the village turn right at the traffic lights and drive towards Javea on the CV734. Continue on this road passing the golf course and then a garden centre, both on the right. Go straight across the next roundabout and over the narrow road bridge. At the next roundabout turn right pass the Ferrobox store on your right and head towards Javea. On the next roundabout come back on yourself past the Repsol petrol station on your right and after approximately 60 meters turn right into avenida Ondara. At the next roundabout go straight across and keep to the right. Travel up the slight hill until you reach another roundabout, take the second exit to Denia. After approximately 2km of a steep and windy road turn right at the signpost which directs you to the lighthouse. Turn right towards San Antonio lighthouse. Drive to end of road (4kms). Car park is just before lighthouse on the right hand side overlooking port.From Javea:Take the CV7362 route over Mongo from Javea to Denia. Travel up the slight hill until you reach another roundabout, take the second exit to Denia. After approximately 2km of a steep and windy road turn right at the signpost which directs you to the lighthouse. Turn right towards San Antonio lighthouse. Drive to end of road (4kms). Car park is just before lighthouse on the right hand side overlooking port.Walk#33

From the parking area walk down the main road away from the lighthouse. After approximately 100 meters the road bends to the left slightly, at this point take the path on the left hand side of the road.

When the path comes back to the main road, cross straight over and pick up another path on the right hand side of the road. This path runs parallel to the main road and away from the lighthouse. After approximately 250 meters the path enters a picnic area (if you can’t find either of these paths stay on the main road until you reach the picnic area on the right).

From the picnic area take the wide track which runs between the toilet block on the right and large house on the left. After approximately 750 meters the track bends left and then divides into two tracks. The main track(gravelled) bends to the right but you should take the smallerdirth track straight ahead between a meter high stone wall on your left and a concrete electricity pylon on your right. Continue on this path until you reach the main road.

Go straight across the main road and take the Calle Cuesta de San Antonio road opposite. This tarmac road curves to the right and passes a number of houses. Where the road turns sharp left take the wide track ahead and go pass the green fence on your left.

Continue on the wide track, ignoring any turnings to the left and right, until you reach a T-junction. Turn left to visit the windmills and the great views over Javea. After viewing return to the T-junction and this time carry straight on down the tarmac road away from the windmills.

At the bottom of the Cami del Monastir road you will pass the Monestir de Deu dels Angels on your right. Just after this point you will reach the main road again, go straight across into the road opposite (Cami del Quartel).

Follow this rough road until you reach the ruins of the Guardia Civil building on your left. Go past the ruins and immediately turn right onto a wide gravel track, ignoring all tracks to the left and right this track will eventually take you back to the picnic area.

From the picnic area take the narrow path, which was used at the start of the walk, back to the parking area via the main road.
