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Bolton U3a

To advance the education of older people no longer in full time gainful employment in Bolton and surrounding locality. We hold Monthly General Meetings and we also hold Interest Groups covering a wide range of subjects which the members wish to pursue and they meet every 2 or 4 weeks

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Activities & Mission

To advance the education of older people no longer in full time gainful employment in Bolton and surrounding locality. We hold Monthly General Meetings and we also hold Interest Groups covering a wide range of subjects which the members wish to pursue and they meet every 2 or 4 weeks

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
£22,253
Latest Expenditure
£20,094

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 90.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 90.3%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£22,253
£20,0940 / 40
2024
£23,036
£25,4340 / 20
2023
£24,044
£15,0360 / 20
2022
£15,036
£15,3410 / 40

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Frequently asked questions about Bolton U3a

What does Bolton U3a do?

To advance the education of older people no longer in full time gainful employment in Bolton and surrounding locality. We hold Monthly General Meetings and we also hold Interest Groups covering a wide range of subjects which the members wish to pursue and they meet every 2 or 4 weeks

How much income did Bolton U3a report in 2025?

Bolton U3a reported total income of £22k and reported expenditure of £20k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Bolton U3a registered as a charity?

Bolton U3a was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 February 2011 as charity number 1140495. It has been registered for 15 years.

Who runs Bolton U3a?

Bolton U3a is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jeanne Marie Kelly. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Bolton U3a operate?

Bolton U3a operates in Bolton, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Bolton U3a a registered charity?

Yes — Bolton U3a is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1140495.

Details

Address
149 New Hall Lane
BOLTON
BL1 5HP
Registration Date
18 February 2011
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5016005
Charity Number
1140495

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Trustees

Jeanne Marie Kelly Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Carol Dean
Carol Ribchester
Helen Yeldon
Joanna Gadd
Kathryn Chatwin
Maggy Simms
MARK STEPHEN PILLAR
Also governs 1 other charity
Pauline Treuherz
Stephen Brown

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30 July 2026
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