Rayleigh University Of The Third Age (u3a)
Also known as: Rayleigh U3a
Rayleigh U3A encourages men and women who are retired or semi-retired to pursue their interest in a wide range of educational subjects and leisure activities and can also use their own skills, knowledge and expertise to help fellow members by starting an interest group. Group activity meetings are mostly held during the daytime in members' homes.
Activities & Mission
Rayleigh U3A encourages men and women who are retired or semi-retired to pursue their interest in a wide range of educational subjects and leisure activities and can also use their own skills, knowledge and expertise to help fellow members by starting an interest group. Group activity meetings are mostly held during the daytime in members' homes.
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Financial Information
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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 | £29,766 | £28,693 | 0 / 42 | |||
| 2024 | £29,430 | £25,807 | 0 / 77 | |||
| 2023 | £33,640 | £31,886 | 0 / 33 | |||
| 2022 | £29,752 | £26,980 | 0 / 59 | |||
| 2021 | £20,547 | £24,665 | 0 / 62 |
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Frequently asked questions about Rayleigh University Of The Third Age (u3a)
What does Rayleigh University Of The Third Age (u3a) do?
Rayleigh U3A encourages men and women who are retired or semi-retired to pursue their interest in a wide range of educational subjects and leisure activities and can also use their own skills, knowledge and expertise to help fellow members by starting an interest group. Group activity meetings are mostly held during the daytime in members' homes.
How much income did Rayleigh University Of The Third Age (u3a) report in 2025?
Rayleigh University Of The Third Age (u3a) reported total income of £30k and reported expenditure of £29k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Rayleigh University Of The Third Age (u3a) registered as a charity?
Rayleigh University Of The Third Age (u3a) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 February 2010 as charity number 1134068. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Rayleigh University Of The Third Age (u3a)?
Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh University Of The Third Age (u3a) operate?
Rayleigh University Of The Third Age (u3a) operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Rayleigh University Of The Third Age (u3a) a registered charity?
Yes — Rayleigh University Of The Third Age (u3a) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1134068.
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Also Known As
- Rayleigh U3a
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- 2 November 2026
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