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Bishop's Stortford University Of The Third Age

Also known as: Bishop's Stortford Universtity of the Third Age

The activities of Bishop's Stortford U3A are based on the objects of the U3A which are to advance the education and physical well-being of those people not in full time employment, who are in their third age, residing in Bishop's Stortfod and surrounding locality

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Activities & Mission

The activities of Bishop's Stortford U3A are based on the objects of the U3A which are to advance the education and physical well-being of those people not in full time employment, who are in their third age, residing in Bishop's Stortfod and surrounding locality

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

Latest Income
£68,398
Latest Expenditure
£66,945

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 97.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 97.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£68,398
£66,9450 / 50
2023
£42,740
£38,5370 / 55
2022
£61,234
£57,8690 / 55
2021
£27,235
£23,7900 / 60
2020
£23,175
£19,5780 / 79

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Bishop's Stortford University Of The Third Age

What does Bishop's Stortford University Of The Third Age do?

The activities of Bishop's Stortford U3A are based on the objects of the U3A which are to advance the education and physical well-being of those people not in full time employment, who are in their third age, residing in Bishop's Stortfod and surrounding locality

How much income did Bishop's Stortford University Of The Third Age report in 2024?

Bishop's Stortford University Of The Third Age reported total income of £68k and reported expenditure of £67k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Bishop's Stortford University Of The Third Age registered as a charity?

Bishop's Stortford University Of The Third Age was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 October 2009 as charity number 1132055. It has been registered for 17 years.

Who runs Bishop's Stortford University Of The Third Age?

Bishop's Stortford University Of The Third Age is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr SUSAN ELIZABETH RAYNER JACOBS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Bishop's Stortford University Of The Third Age operate?

Bishop's Stortford University Of The Third Age operates across 2 areas: Essex and Hertfordshire.

Is Bishop's Stortford University Of The Third Age a registered charity?

Yes — Bishop's Stortford University Of The Third Age is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1132055.

Details

Address
Woodcote
Standon Road
Little Hadham
WARE
Hertfordshire
SG11 2DD
Registration Date
9 October 2009
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4047687
Charity Number
1132055

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Trustees

Dr SUSAN ELIZABETH RAYNER JACOBS Chair
Alice Victoria Dain
Judith Margaret Monaghan
Katharine Rutherford
Rosalind Dorothy Howlett

Also Known As

  • Bishop's Stortford Universtity of the Third Age

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