The Dorchester And District U3a
Also known as: University of the Third Age Dorchester/weymouth, U.3.a. Dorchester/weymouth
Running Courses and Activities for older people in the Dorchester Area.
Activities & Mission
Running Courses and Activities for older people in the Dorchester Area.
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
Financial Efficiency
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £33,172 | £30,693 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2024 | £42,397 | £25,102 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2023 | £27,436 | £26,622 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2022 | £13,444 | £17,400 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2021 | £12,519 | £6,233 | 0 / 54 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Dorchester And District U3a
What does The Dorchester And District U3a do?
Running Courses and Activities for older people in the Dorchester Area.
How much income did The Dorchester And District U3a report in 2025?
The Dorchester And District U3a reported total income of £33k and reported expenditure of £31k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Dorchester And District U3a registered as a charity?
The Dorchester And District U3a was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 September 1999 as charity number 1077305. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs The Dorchester And District U3a?
The Dorchester And District U3a is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sally Hadden. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Dorchester And District U3a operate?
The Dorchester And District U3a operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Dorchester And District U3a a registered charity?
Yes — The Dorchester And District U3a is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1077305.
Details
Martinstown
DORCHESTER
Dorset
DT2 9JN
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Also Known As
- University of the Third Age Dorchester/weymouth
- U.3.a. Dorchester/weymouth
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated