--- title: "Christchurch University of the Third Age — check charity number 1091197 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Christchurch University of the Third Age a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1091197. Education/training charity based in Druitt Hall Approach. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/christchurch-university-of-the-third-age retrieved: 2026-08-19T03:10:33.750Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Christchurch University of the Third Age is a registered charity (number 1091197) 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 £137,472 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Christchurch University of the Third Age? Registered charity number 1091197 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Druitt Hall Approach Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £137,472 Website [www.christchurchu3a.org.uk](http://www.christchurchu3a.org.uk/) ## What does Christchurch University of the Third Age do? We offer a programme of educational and leisure activity for those no longer in full time work, comparable to local U3A's nationwide. ## What causes is Christchurch University of the Third Age registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Christchurch University of the Third Age yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Christchurch 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=christchurch-university-of-the-third-age&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.christchurchu3a.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Christchurch University of the Third Age a legitimate charity? Yes. Christchurch University of the Third Age is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1091197) 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 Christchurch University of the Third Age's charity number? Christchurch University of the Third Age's charity number is 1091197. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1091197? Search 1091197 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 Christchurch University of the Third Age do? We offer a programme of educational and leisure activity for those no longer in full time work, comparable to local U3A's nationwide. Does Christchurch University of the Third Age have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Christchurch 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 Christchurch University of the Third Age? Christchurch University of the Third Age's website is http://www.christchurchu3a.org.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/1091197).