--- title: "Colchester U3a — check charity number 1034354 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Colchester U3a a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1034354. Education/training charity based in King Coel Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/colchester-u3a retrieved: 2026-08-19T10:59:37.850Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Colchester U3a is a registered charity (number 1034354) 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 £11,975 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Colchester U3a? Registered charity number 1034354 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location King Coel Road Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £11,975 Website [WWW.COLCHESTER.U3ASITE.UK](http://www.colchester.u3asite.uk/) ## What does Colchester U3a do? U3A is an international organisation for the retired and others with time to devote to learning and teaching. People gain valuable knowledge through life's experiences which they can pass on to others by means of shared interest groups. All members are encouraged to contribute. ## What causes is Colchester U3a registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Colchester U3a yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Colchester 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? 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=colchester-u3a&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.colchester.u3asite.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Colchester U3a a legitimate charity? Yes. Colchester U3a is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1034354) 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 Colchester U3a's charity number? Colchester U3a's charity number is 1034354. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1034354? Search 1034354 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 Colchester U3a do? U3A is an international organisation for the retired and others with time to devote to learning and teaching. People gain valuable knowledge through life's experiences which they can pass on to others by means of shared interest groups. All members are encouraged to contribute. Does Colchester U3a have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Colchester 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 Colchester U3a? Colchester U3a's website is http://WWW.COLCHESTER.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/1034354).