--- title: "East Berwickshire University of the… — charity SC031477" description: "East Berwickshire University of the Third… (charity SC031477). Check registration, activities, accounts and official sources. Independent UK charity profile." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/east-berwickshire-university-of-the-third-age-u3a retrieved: 2026-09-22T21:30:31.589Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer East Berwickshire University of the Third Age (u3a) is listed as a registered charity (number SC031477) in the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data used for this profile. Verify its current status and contact details on the live register before donating. It is registered for: the advancement of education. Its latest reported income was £7,443 (year ending 2026-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score can be added when it enters our detailed scoring dataset. ## What are the key facts about East Berwickshire University of the Third Age (u3a)? Registered charity number SC031477 Status in source extract Registered Charity type Unincorporated association Register contact locality (not service coverage) Scottish Borders Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £7,443 Website [eastberwickshire.u3asite.uk](https://eastberwickshire.u3asite.uk/) ## What does East Berwickshire University of the Third Age (u3a) do? We provide social and learning opportunities to retired persons by facilitating numerous special interests groups which are run by volunteer members. ## What causes is East Berwickshire University of the Third Age (u3a) registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for East Berwickshire University of the Third Age (u3a) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. East Berwickshire 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. A rating can be added when the charity enters our scoring dataset with enough filing data. Payment never influences a rating. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## What should you check before donating to East Berwickshire University of the Third Age (u3a)? - Match the registered name and number to the appeal. A real charity number can be copied by someone impersonating the organisation. - Open the current register entry to check status, contact details and available accounts. This profile reflects a dated extract. - Read the charity’s annual report for its work and results. An unrated profile means we lack a full assessment; it is not a negative rating. 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The register data used for this profile lists East Berwickshire University of the Third Age (u3a) as a registered charity (number SC031477) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating. What is East Berwickshire University of the Third Age (u3a)'s charity number? East Berwickshire University of the Third Age (u3a)'s charity number is SC031477. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC031477? Search SC031477 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does East Berwickshire University of the Third Age (u3a) do? We provide social and learning opportunities to retired persons by facilitating numerous special interests groups which are run by volunteer members. Does East Berwickshire University of the Third Age (u3a) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for East Berwickshire 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 Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to East Berwickshire University of the Third Age (u3a)? East Berwickshire University of the Third Age (u3a)'s website listed in our register data is https://eastberwickshire.u3asite.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-09-08, 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://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC031477).