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Oldham And District U3a

The U3A is self funded, self managed organisation to promote educational creative and leisure opportunities for anyone not in full time employment. The aim being that we learn together and teach each other. Oldham & District u3a was launched in the Autumn of 2009 with 10 friends and now has over 700 members and an ever increasing list of interest groups, which currently stands at 56 to date,

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Activities & Mission

The U3A is self funded, self managed organisation to promote educational creative and leisure opportunities for anyone not in full time employment. The aim being that we learn together and teach each other. Oldham & District u3a was launched in the Autumn of 2009 with 10 friends and now has over 700 members and an ever increasing list of interest groups, which currently stands at 56 to date,

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
£15,262
Latest Expenditure
£12,389

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 81.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 81.2%
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.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£15,262
£12,3890 / 150
2024
£12,722
£7,0500 / 140
2023
£12,174
£7,3730 / 140
2022
£33,448
£31,2150 / 50
2021
£10,703
£8,0580 / 80

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Oldham And District U3a

What does Oldham And District U3a do?

The U3A is self funded, self managed organisation to promote educational creative and leisure opportunities for anyone not in full time employment. The aim being that we learn together and teach each other. Oldham & District u3a was launched in the Autumn of 2009 with 10 friends and now has over 700 members and an ever increasing list of interest groups, which currently stands at 56 to date,

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

Oldham And District U3a reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £12k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Oldham And District U3a registered as a charity?

Oldham And District U3a was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 November 2015 as charity number 1164357. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs Oldham And District U3a?

Oldham And District U3a is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Oldham And District U3a operate?

Oldham And District U3a operates in Oldham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Oldham And District U3a a registered charity?

Yes — Oldham And District U3a is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1164357.

Details

Address
15 Wincanton Park
OLDHAM
Oldham
OL4 3BD
Registration Date
11 November 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5067947
Charity Number
1164357

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Trustees

Barrie Thompson
Jane Petronella Lawton
Karen Lee Bartlett
Kevin Birch
Margaret Halley
Robert Cragg
Also governs 1 other charity
Rose Hanley
Susan Tickle
Valerie Thomas

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