University Of The Third Age, Darlington
Also known as: U3a Darlington
Educational and leisure activities which include the following, walking, gardening, bridge, line dancing, local history, art history, literature, creative writing. Hand bell ringing, practical art, creative writing, poetry reading, garden bowls, music appreciation, jazz appreciation.
Activities & Mission
Educational and leisure activities which include the following, walking, gardening, bridge, line dancing, local history, art history, literature, creative writing. Hand bell ringing, practical art, creative writing, poetry reading, garden bowls, music appreciation, jazz appreciation.
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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £19,406 | £17,836 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2023 | £17,098 | £18,112 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £14,432 | £13,235 | 0 / 25 |
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Frequently asked questions about University Of The Third Age, Darlington
What does University Of The Third Age, Darlington do?
Educational and leisure activities which include the following, walking, gardening, bridge, line dancing, local history, art history, literature, creative writing. Hand bell ringing, practical art, creative writing, poetry reading, garden bowls, music appreciation, jazz appreciation.
How much income did University Of The Third Age, Darlington report in 2024?
University Of The Third Age, Darlington reported total income of £19k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was University Of The Third Age, Darlington registered as a charity?
University Of The Third Age, Darlington was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 November 1999 as charity number 1078025. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs University Of The Third Age, Darlington?
University Of The Third Age, Darlington is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Victoria Laing. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does University Of The Third Age, Darlington operate?
University Of The Third Age, Darlington operates in Durham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is University Of The Third Age, Darlington a registered charity?
Yes — University Of The Third Age, Darlington is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1078025.
Details
DARLINGTON
County Durham
DL3 6RR
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- 14 May 2026
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