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Towcester U3a

The advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities conducive to learning and personal development, in Towcester and its surrounding locality.

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Activities & Mission

The advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities conducive to learning and personal development, in Towcester and its surrounding locality.

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
£40,793
Latest Expenditure
£37,781

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 92.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 92.6%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£40,793
£37,7810 / 45
2024
£35,479
£30,9310 / 40
2023
£29,167
£29,7770 / 50
2022
£18,134
£17,0490 / 50

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Towcester U3a

What does Towcester U3a do?

The advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities conducive to learning and personal development, in Towcester and its surrounding locality.

How much income did Towcester U3a report in 2025?

Towcester U3a reported total income of £41k and reported expenditure of £38k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Towcester U3a registered as a charity?

Towcester U3a was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 January 2014 as charity number 1155428. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs Towcester U3a?

Towcester U3a is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Deborah Ann Heaphy. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Towcester U3a operate?

Towcester U3a operates in Northamptonshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Towcester U3a a registered charity?

Yes — Towcester U3a is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1155428.

Details

Address
7 Oat Hill Road
TOWCESTER
Northamptonshire
NN12 6EZ
Registration Date
22 January 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5044155
Charity Number
1155428

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Trustees

Deborah Ann Heaphy Chair
Alison Foxton
Alison Jane Burnley
Elaine Marilyn Shone
Jennifer Louise Rigby
Jill Amanda Stewart
Patricia Anne Moore
Patricia Anne Parkes
Terrence Alan Goldfinch

Data & trust

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30 July 2026
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