Is Eastbourne Central u3a a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Eastbourne Central u3a as a registered charity (number 296422) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. 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 Eastbourne Central u3a's charity number?

Eastbourne Central u3a's charity number is 296422. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 296422?

Search 296422 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.

Does Eastbourne Central u3a have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Eastbourne Central 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 Eastbourne Central u3a?

Eastbourne Central u3a does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.

What was Eastbourne Central u3a previously called?

The register lists these previous names for Eastbourne Central u3a: Eastbourne U3a; Eastbourne U3a Central Branch.

When was Eastbourne Central u3a registered as a charity?

Eastbourne Central u3a was entered on the register on 27 March 1987.

Registered charity · No. 296422

Eastbourne Central u3a

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Eastbourne Central u3a is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training, arts/culture/heritage/science, amateur sport.

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What are the key facts about Eastbourne Central u3a?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £6,906
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £5,381
Registered charity number: 296422
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Eastbourne
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Yes

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Eastbourne Central u3a (number 296422) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Eastbourne Central u3a do?

The charity exists to promote the advancement of education amongst middle-aged and older people in the Eastbourne area.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Eastbourne Central u3a

Answers Eastbourne Central u3a gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?

The register records Eastbourne Central u3a as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration. Work out your Gift Aid

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 27 March 1987
Previous names on the register: Eastbourne U3a; Eastbourne U3a Central Branch
Where it says it operates: East Sussex

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Elderly/old People.

Reported activities: Provides Advocacy/advice/information.

Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-04. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.

What causes is Eastbourne Central u3a registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport

Why is there no Clarity Score for Eastbourne Central u3a yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Eastbourne Central u3a. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Eastbourne Central u3a?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Eastbourne Central u3a a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Eastbourne Central u3a as a registered charity (number 296422) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. 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 Eastbourne Central u3a's charity number?: Eastbourne Central u3a's charity number is 296422. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 296422?: Search 296422 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 Eastbourne Central u3a do?: The charity exists to promote the advancement of education amongst middle-aged and older people in the Eastbourne area.
Does Eastbourne Central u3a have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Eastbourne Central 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 Eastbourne Central u3a?: Eastbourne Central u3a does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Eastbourne Central u3a?: The register records Eastbourne Central u3a as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration.
What was Eastbourne Central u3a previously called?: The register lists these previous names for Eastbourne Central u3a: Eastbourne U3a; Eastbourne U3a Central Branch.
When was Eastbourne Central u3a registered as a charity?: Eastbourne Central u3a was entered on the register on 27 March 1987.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.