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The Croydon University Of The Third Age

Croydon U3A provides opportunities for participation in over 65 member-led groups including languages, chess, rambling, history, Scrabble, poetry - to name but a few. There is a lively outings and holidays programme and a monthly general meeting to which an outside speaker is invited. Members can attend summer schools run by the U3A national office, and study days organised by other local groups.

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Activities & Mission

Croydon U3A provides opportunities for participation in over 65 member-led groups including languages, chess, rambling, history, Scrabble, poetry - to name but a few. There is a lively outings and holidays programme and a monthly general meeting to which an outside speaker is invited. Members can attend summer schools run by the U3A national office, and study days organised by other local groups.

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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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£77,594
Latest Expenditure
£68,604

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 88.4%
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 2026.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2026
£77,594
£68,6040 / 81
2025
£64,835
£59,4830 / 65
2024
£51,384
£52,7170 / 79
2023
£41,935
£35,7090 / 65
2022
£33,260
£34,1700 / 62

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Frequently asked questions about The Croydon University Of The Third Age

What does The Croydon University Of The Third Age do?

Croydon U3A provides opportunities for participation in over 65 member-led groups including languages, chess, rambling, history, Scrabble, poetry - to name but a few. There is a lively outings and holidays programme and a monthly general meeting to which an outside speaker is invited. Members can attend summer schools run by the U3A national office, and study days organised by other local groups.

How much income did The Croydon University Of The Third Age report in 2026?

The Croydon University Of The Third Age reported total income of £78k and reported expenditure of £69k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Croydon University Of The Third Age registered as a charity?

The Croydon University Of The Third Age was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 November 1993 as charity number 1029466. It has been registered for 33 years.

Who runs The Croydon University Of The Third Age?

The Croydon University Of The Third Age is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is JENNIFER WILSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Croydon University Of The Third Age operate?

The Croydon University Of The Third Age operates in Croydon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Croydon University Of The Third Age a registered charity?

Yes — The Croydon University Of The Third Age is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1029466.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
30 November 1993
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1029466
Charity Number
1029466

Trustees

JENNIFER WILSON Chair
Angela Stagg
Fenella Cardwell
JOY ELLERY
Karen Hook
Karen Ip
Linda Grigsby
Patricia Holmes
PAUL SMITH
Sheila Batchelor
Steven May

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