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Lowestoft U3a

Also known as: Lowestoft Branch of the Third Age Trust, Lowestoft U 3 a

THE PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR LEISURE TIME AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES WITH THE OBJECT OF PROVIDING EDUCATION TO OLDER PEOPLE NO LONGER IN FULL TIME GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT IN WAVENEY DISTRICT AND ITS SURROUNDING LOCALITY. ALSO TO IMPROVE THE CONDITIONS OF LIFE FOR THESE PEOPLE.

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Activities & Mission

THE PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR LEISURE TIME AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES WITH THE OBJECT OF PROVIDING EDUCATION TO OLDER PEOPLE NO LONGER IN FULL TIME GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT IN WAVENEY DISTRICT AND ITS SURROUNDING LOCALITY. ALSO TO IMPROVE THE CONDITIONS OF LIFE FOR THESE PEOPLE.

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

Norfolk Suffolk

Financial Information

Latest Income
£29,506
Latest Expenditure
£26,564

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 90.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 90.0%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£29,506
£26,5640 / 23
2023
£25,884
£19,5440 / 22
2022
£21,864
£24,3190 / 25
2021
£13,257
£13,4000 / 20
2020
£18,599
£17,8470 / 30

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Frequently asked questions about Lowestoft U3a

What does Lowestoft U3a do?

THE PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR LEISURE TIME AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES WITH THE OBJECT OF PROVIDING EDUCATION TO OLDER PEOPLE NO LONGER IN FULL TIME GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT IN WAVENEY DISTRICT AND ITS SURROUNDING LOCALITY. ALSO TO IMPROVE THE CONDITIONS OF LIFE FOR THESE PEOPLE.

How much income did Lowestoft U3a report in 2024?

Lowestoft U3a reported total income of £30k and reported expenditure of £27k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Lowestoft U3a registered as a charity?

Lowestoft U3a was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 January 1991 as charity number 1001662. It has been registered for 35 years.

Who runs Lowestoft U3a?

Lowestoft U3a is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christine Jean Mills. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Lowestoft U3a operate?

Lowestoft U3a operates across 2 areas: Norfolk and Suffolk.

Is Lowestoft U3a a registered charity?

Yes — Lowestoft U3a is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1001662.

Details

Address
3 Kingfisher Crescent
Reydon
SOUTHWOLD
Suffolk
IP18 6XL
Registration Date
30 January 1991
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1001662
Charity Number
1001662

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Trustees

Christine Jean Mills Chair
Jeanne Sole
Julie Elizabeth Walker
Also governs 1 other charity
Muriel Knowles

Sectors & Classifications

Beneficiary group Economic and community development Education Leisure

Also Known As

  • Lowestoft Branch of the Third Age Trust
  • Lowestoft U 3 a

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30 July 2026
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