Bishop Auckland And District U3a
Also known as: Wear-Tees U3a, Wear-Tees University of the Third Age
Bishop Auckland and District U3A is a learning organisation in which members teach each other. We meet for educational and recreational purposes.
Activities & Mission
Bishop Auckland and District U3A is a learning organisation in which members teach each other. We meet for educational and recreational purposes.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £48,276 | £45,136 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £45,304 | £47,785 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2023 | £42,512 | £44,376 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2022 | £17,680 | £2,592 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £13,983 | £4,861 | 0 / 27 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Bishop Auckland And District U3a
What does Bishop Auckland And District U3a do?
Bishop Auckland and District U3A is a learning organisation in which members teach each other. We meet for educational and recreational purposes.
How much income did Bishop Auckland And District U3a report in 2025?
Bishop Auckland And District U3a reported total income of £48k and reported expenditure of £45k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Bishop Auckland And District U3a registered as a charity?
Bishop Auckland And District U3a was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 May 2001 as charity number 1086702. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs Bishop Auckland And District U3a?
Bishop Auckland And District U3a is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gerald Cumming. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bishop Auckland And District U3a operate?
Bishop Auckland And District U3a operates across 2 areas: Darlington and Durham.
Is Bishop Auckland And District U3a a registered charity?
Yes — Bishop Auckland And District U3a is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1086702.
Details
BISHOP AUCKLAND
County Durham
DL14 6RR
Registry Information
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Trustees
Also Known As
- Wear-Tees U3a
- Wear-Tees University of the Third Age
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated