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title: "Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a) — check charity number 1080658 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1080658. Education/training charity based in Bridgend. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bridgend-university-of-the-third-age-u3a
retrieved: 2026-08-19T04:07:59.009Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a) is a registered charity (number 1080658) 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 £5,011 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a)?

Registered charity number

1080658

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Bridgend

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£5,011

Website

[www.u3asites.org.uk/bridgend/welcome](https://www.u3asites.org.uk/bridgend/welcome)

## What does Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a) do?

Provide educational and recreational activities for retired people. These include writing, reading, history and art and in addition there are table tennis and walking groups.

## What causes is Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a) registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a) yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a) 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a) a legitimate charity?

Yes. Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1080658) 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 Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a)'s charity number?

Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a)'s charity number is 1080658. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1080658?

Search 1080658 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 Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a) do?

Provide educational and recreational activities for retired people. These include writing, reading, history and art and in addition there are table tennis and walking groups.

Does Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a) have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a). 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 Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a)?

Bridgend University of the Third Age (U3a)'s website is https://www.u3asites.org.uk/bridgend/welcome — 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/1080658).