Guildford Area University Of The Third Age (u3a)
Also known as: U3a Guildford Area, University of the Third Age Guildford (u3a)
Guildford Area U3a organises in excess of 100 groups for persons retired or semi-retired. For an annual donation members are able to attend groups in Art,Crafts,Discussion,Drama,Games,Health Fitness & Leisure,History Languages, Literature, Music, Research and the Sciences.
Activities & Mission
Guildford Area U3a organises in excess of 100 groups for persons retired or semi-retired. For an annual donation members are able to attend groups in Art,Crafts,Discussion,Drama,Games,Health Fitness & Leisure,History Languages, Literature, Music, Research and the Sciences.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £99,043 | £106,722 | 0 / 139 | |||
| 2024 | £102,962 | £105,427 | 0 / 150 | |||
| 2023 | £84,026 | £83,945 | 0 / 110 | |||
| 2022 | £98,552 | £90,737 | 0 / 109 | |||
| 2021 | £49,767 | £17,325 | 0 / 135 |
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Frequently asked questions about Guildford Area University Of The Third Age (u3a)
What does Guildford Area University Of The Third Age (u3a) do?
Guildford Area U3a organises in excess of 100 groups for persons retired or semi-retired. For an annual donation members are able to attend groups in Art,Crafts,Discussion,Drama,Games,Health Fitness & Leisure,History Languages, Literature, Music, Research and the Sciences.
How much income did Guildford Area University Of The Third Age (u3a) report in 2025?
Guildford Area University Of The Third Age (u3a) reported total income of £99k and reported expenditure of £107k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Guildford Area University Of The Third Age (u3a) registered as a charity?
Guildford Area University Of The Third Age (u3a) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 June 1987 as charity number 296975. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs Guildford Area University Of The Third Age (u3a)?
Guildford Area University Of The Third Age (u3a) is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Guildford Area University Of The Third Age (u3a) operate?
Guildford Area University Of The Third Age (u3a) operates in Surrey, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Guildford Area University Of The Third Age (u3a) a registered charity?
Yes — Guildford Area University Of The Third Age (u3a) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 296975.
Details
PO Box 1631
Guildford
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Also Known As
- U3a Guildford Area
- University of the Third Age Guildford (u3a)
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- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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