--- title: "Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age — check charity number 1132055 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1132055. Education/training charity based in Standon Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bishop-s-stortford-university-of-the-third-age retrieved: 2026-08-18T19:18:19.871Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age is a registered charity (number 1132055) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £68,398 (year ending 2024-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age? Registered charity number 1132055 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Standon Road Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £68,398 Website [bishopsstortford.u3asite.uk](http://bishopsstortford.u3asite.uk/) ## What does Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age do? The activities of Bishop's Stortford U3A are based on the objects of the U3A which are to advance the education and physical well-being of those people not in full time employment, who are in their third age, residing in Bishop's Stortfod and surrounding locality ## What causes is Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=bishop-s-stortford-university-of-the-third-age&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://bishopsstortford.u3asite.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age a legitimate charity? Yes. Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1132055) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age's charity number? Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age's charity number is 1132055. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1132055? Search 1132055 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age do? The activities of Bishop's Stortford U3A are based on the objects of the U3A which are to advance the education and physical well-being of those people not in full time employment, who are in their third age, residing in Bishop's Stortfod and surrounding locality Does Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age? Bishop's Stortford University of the Third Age's website is http://bishopsstortford.u3asite.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1132055).