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University Of The Third Age - Reading

Also known as: U 3 a Reading, U3a Reading

EDUCATION & SOCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THOSE PERSONS RETIRED OR IN SEMI-RETIREMENT IN AND AROUND READING

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Activities & Mission

EDUCATION & SOCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THOSE PERSONS RETIRED OR IN SEMI-RETIREMENT IN AND AROUND READING

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£18,908
Latest Expenditure
£26,955

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 142.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 142.6%
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
£18,908
£26,9550 / 60
2024
£15,057
£20,3630 / 50
2023
£24,224
£24,2530 / 40
2022
£16,369
£8,2220 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about University Of The Third Age - Reading

What does University Of The Third Age - Reading do?

EDUCATION & SOCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THOSE PERSONS RETIRED OR IN SEMI-RETIREMENT IN AND AROUND READING

How much income did University Of The Third Age - Reading report in 2025?

University Of The Third Age - Reading reported total income of £19k and reported expenditure of £27k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

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

University Of The Third Age - Reading was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 March 1994 as charity number 1034105. It has been registered for 32 years.

Who runs University Of The Third Age - Reading?

University Of The Third Age - Reading is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Kenneth Morton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does University Of The Third Age - Reading operate?

University Of The Third Age - Reading operates across 3 areas: Reading, West Berkshire and Wokingham.

Is University Of The Third Age - Reading a registered charity?

Yes — University Of The Third Age - Reading is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1034105.

Details

Address
42 Bay Tree Rise
Calcot
READING
RG31 4RG
Registration Date
1 March 1994
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1034105
Charity Number
1034105

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Trustees

David Kenneth Morton Chair
Angus Charles DeSymons McCallum
Colin Peter Butcher
David John Ruddle
Also governs 1 other charity
Harvey Nolan James Smith
Heather Myrtle Broderick
Janet Yvonne Rixon
Patricia Ann Rawlings
Rosalind Susan Luper
Sandra Joan Turner
Sheila Mary Ellis

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • U 3 a Reading
  • U3a Reading

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30 July 2026
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