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Leigh And District U3a

We offer educational services to our members by providing accommodation and support to groups of members wishing to pursue topics of interest. Members are retired/ semi retired people in Leigh and surrounding area. The groups are organised by the members themselves.We also have bi-monthly general meetings with speakers on a variety of educational subjects and access to current information.

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Activities & Mission

We offer educational services to our members by providing accommodation and support to groups of members wishing to pursue topics of interest. Members are retired/ semi retired people in Leigh and surrounding area. The groups are organised by the members themselves.We also have bi-monthly general meetings with speakers on a variety of educational subjects and access to current information.

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
£38,821
Latest Expenditure
£34,177

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 88.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 88.0%
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
£38,821
£34,1770 / 0
2024
£34,176
£31,1190 / 0
2023
£29,050
£28,7690 / 12
2022
£21,393
£19,7250 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Leigh And District U3a

What does Leigh And District U3a do?

We offer educational services to our members by providing accommodation and support to groups of members wishing to pursue topics of interest. Members are retired/ semi retired people in Leigh and surrounding area. The groups are organised by the members themselves.We also have bi-monthly general meetings with speakers on a variety of educational subjects and access to current information.

How much income did Leigh And District U3a report in 2025?

Leigh And District U3a reported total income of £39k and reported expenditure of £34k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Leigh And District U3a registered as a charity?

Leigh And District U3a was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 October 2014 as charity number 1158866. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs Leigh And District U3a?

Leigh And District 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 Leigh And District U3a operate?

Leigh And District U3a operates across 2 areas: Warrington and Wigan.

Is Leigh And District U3a a registered charity?

Yes — Leigh And District U3a is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1158866.

Details

Address
23 Carr Common Road
Hindley Green
WIGAN
Lancashire
WN2 4TD
Registration Date
14 October 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5050630
Charity Number
1158866

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Trustees

Alan John Murphy
Iain Dickson East
Jacqueline Anderton
Janet Lythgoe
Jenny Allen
Kathrin Isabel Hopper
Keith Edward Anderton
Stephen John Pickthall
Sue Fowler
Vivienne Dolan
Yvonne Mills Ms

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