Chess Valley University Of The Third Age
Also known as: Chess Valley U3a
Chess Valley University of The Third Age is a learning co-operative for people of retirement age which enables members to share a variety of educational, creative, social and leisure activities. Each activity group meets once or twice a month and learning programmes are decided by the group. General meetings, with an invited speaker, are held once a month and are open to all the membership.
Activities & Mission
Chess Valley University of The Third Age is a learning co-operative for people of retirement age which enables members to share a variety of educational, creative, social and leisure activities. Each activity group meets once or twice a month and learning programmes are decided by the group. General meetings, with an invited speaker, are held once a month and are open to all the membership.
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.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £71,882 | £71,197 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £61,880 | £61,087 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £57,028 | £59,295 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £34,351 | £32,253 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2021 | £25,422 | £15,229 | 0 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about Chess Valley University Of The Third Age
What does Chess Valley University Of The Third Age do?
Chess Valley University of The Third Age is a learning co-operative for people of retirement age which enables members to share a variety of educational, creative, social and leisure activities. Each activity group meets once or twice a month and learning programmes are decided by the group. General meetings, with an invited speaker, are held once a month and are open to all the membership.
How much income did Chess Valley University Of The Third Age report in 2025?
Chess Valley University Of The Third Age reported total income of £72k and reported expenditure of £71k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Chess Valley University Of The Third Age registered as a charity?
Chess Valley University Of The Third Age was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 November 2008 as charity number 1126990. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs Chess Valley University Of The Third Age?
Chess Valley University Of The Third Age is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is James Robert Cadle. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Chess Valley University Of The Third Age operate?
Chess Valley University Of The Third Age operates in Buckinghamshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Chess Valley University Of The Third Age a registered charity?
Yes — Chess Valley University Of The Third Age is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1126990.
Details
Fox Lane
Holmer Green
HIGH WYCOMBE
HP15 6SA
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- Chess Valley U3a
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- 30 July 2026
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