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Stowmarket U3a

Also known as: S T a R the University of the Third Age, Stowmarket U 3 a, Stowmarket and District Learning Activities in Retirement

The Stowmarket U3A is affiliated to the Third Age Trust and as such is a learning cooperative which draws upon the knowledge, experience and skills of its own members to organise and provide interest groups in accordance with the wishes of the membership.

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Activities & Mission

The Stowmarket U3A is affiliated to the Third Age Trust and as such is a learning cooperative which draws upon the knowledge, experience and skills of its own members to organise and provide interest groups in accordance with the wishes of the membership.

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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
£9,516
Latest Expenditure
£7,495

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 78.8%
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
£13,830
£10,5880 / 12

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Stowmarket U3a

What does Stowmarket U3a do?

The Stowmarket U3A is affiliated to the Third Age Trust and as such is a learning cooperative which draws upon the knowledge, experience and skills of its own members to organise and provide interest groups in accordance with the wishes of the membership.

How much income did Stowmarket U3a report in 2024?

Stowmarket U3a reported total income of £14k and reported expenditure of £11k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Stowmarket U3a registered as a charity?

Stowmarket U3a was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 May 1991 as charity number 1002987. It has been registered for 35 years.

Who runs Stowmarket U3a?

Stowmarket 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 Stowmarket U3a operate?

Stowmarket U3a operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Stowmarket U3a a registered charity?

Yes — Stowmarket U3a is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1002987.

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Registration Date
21 May 1991
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1002987
Charity Number
1002987

Trustees

Anne Weedon
Bryan Neil Instrall
Gerald Stephen Brooks
John Dickson
Also governs 1 other charity
Keith Shelton
Lyn Goodsell
Patricia Mary Cole
Robert Bradshaw
Suzanne Mary Brooks

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • S T a R the University of the Third Age
  • Stowmarket U 3 a
  • Stowmarket and District Learning Activities in Retirement

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19 October 2026
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