The Ferndown & District U3a
Also known as: Ferndown U3A
The Charity provides educational , recreational and social activities in the Ferndown area of Dorset for those no longer in full-time employment. Currently there about 92 groups. Most activities are held from mid-September until the end of May. The subscription is £58 for our accounting year. We have approximately 611 members.
Activities & Mission
The Charity provides educational , recreational and social activities in the Ferndown area of Dorset for those no longer in full-time employment. Currently there about 92 groups. Most activities are held from mid-September until the end of May. The subscription is £58 for our accounting year. We have approximately 611 members.
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
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £96,096 | £90,852 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2024 | £73,468 | £71,628 | 0 / 71 | |||
| 2023 | £55,387 | £56,648 | 0 / 99 | |||
| 2022 | £42,850 | £56,993 | 0 / 110 | |||
| 2021 | £25,518 | £17,693 | 0 / 100 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Ferndown & District U3a
What does The Ferndown & District U3a do?
The Charity provides educational , recreational and social activities in the Ferndown area of Dorset for those no longer in full-time employment. Currently there about 92 groups. Most activities are held from mid-September until the end of May. The subscription is £58 for our accounting year. We have approximately 611 members.
How much income did The Ferndown & District U3a report in 2025?
The Ferndown & District U3a reported total income of £96k and reported expenditure of £91k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Ferndown & District U3a registered as a charity?
The Ferndown & District U3a was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 January 1999 as charity number 1073206. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs The Ferndown & District U3a?
The Ferndown & District U3a is governed by a board of 16 trustees. The chair of trustees is Josephine Anne Hutton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Ferndown & District U3a operate?
The Ferndown & District U3a operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Ferndown & District U3a a registered charity?
Yes — The Ferndown & District U3a is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1073206.
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Dorset
BH22 8LT
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- Ferndown U3A
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