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Orpington U3a

Orpington U3A is a self-help, self-managed lifelong learning co-operative for older people no longer in full-time employment. Members share learning experiences in a wide range of interest groups to pursue learning not for qualification but for fun.

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Activities & Mission

Orpington U3A is a self-help, self-managed lifelong learning co-operative for older people no longer in full-time employment. Members share learning experiences in a wide range of interest groups to pursue learning not for qualification but for fun.

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

Latest Income
£24,608
Latest Expenditure
£26,384

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 107.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 107.2%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£24,608
£26,3840 / 90
2024
£21,472
£21,4460 / 90
2023
£21,124
£21,1280 / 80
2022
£16,318
£14,2790 / 82
2021
£12,780
£11,3350 / 81

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Orpington U3a

What does Orpington U3a do?

Orpington U3A is a self-help, self-managed lifelong learning co-operative for older people no longer in full-time employment. Members share learning experiences in a wide range of interest groups to pursue learning not for qualification but for fun.

How much income did Orpington U3a report in 2025?

Orpington U3a reported total income of £25k and reported expenditure of £26k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Orpington U3a registered as a charity?

Orpington U3a was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 July 1999 as charity number 1076544. It has been registered for 27 years.

Who runs Orpington U3a?

Orpington U3a is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Orpington U3a operate?

Orpington U3a operates in Bromley, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Orpington U3a a registered charity?

Yes — Orpington U3a is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1076544.

Details

Address
Holly Cottage
Crockenhill Road
ORPINGTON
Kent
BR5 4ER
Registration Date
13 July 1999
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3963569
Charity Number
1076544

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Trustees

Fiona Tolmie
Heather Argent
Hilary Fiona Robson
Julie Fittock
Madeleine Clare Lehane
Neil Woodhouse
Paul Smith
Robert James Browne
Roger Howe
Sherrie Savager

Also Known As

  • Orpington U3a

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