Is Holywood District University of the Third Age a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Holywood District University of the Third Age as a registered charity (number NIC100647) with the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). 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 Holywood District University of the Third Age's charity number?

Holywood District University of the Third Age's charity number is NIC100647. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number NIC100647?

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Does Holywood District University of the Third Age have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Holywood District University of the Third Age?

Holywood District University of the Third Age's website listed in our register data is http://holywoodu3a.org. 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.

Registered charity · No. NIC100647Constitution

Holywood District University of the Third Age

Independent profile · Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) data

Holywood District University of the Third Age is a registered charity in Northern Ireland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, other charitable purposes.

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What are the key facts about Holywood District University of the Third Age?

Reported income · year ending 2026-03-31: £7,192
Reported spending · year ending 2026-03-31: £7,591
Registered charity number: NIC100647
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Constitution
Register contact address detail (not service area): Belfast
Website: holywoodu3a.org

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Holywood District University of the Third Age (number NIC100647) is listed as registered in the CCNI 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 Holywood District University of the Third Age do?

The Objects of The U3A are : (i) to advance the education of the public and in particular the education of older people no longer in full time gainful employment in HOLYWOOD and its surrounding locality. (ii) The provision of facilities for leisure time and recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the above persons in the interests of their social welfare.

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Holywood District University of the Third Age

Answers Holywood District University of the Third Age gave in its annual return to the CCNI for the year ending 31 March 2026, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 13 January 2015
Also known as: Holywood U3a

What causes is Holywood District University of the Third Age registered for?

The advancement of educationOther charitable purposes

Why is there no Clarity Score for Holywood District University of the Third Age yet?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holywood District University of the Third Age a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Holywood District University of the Third Age as a registered charity (number NIC100647) with the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). 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 Holywood District University of the Third Age's charity number?: Holywood District University of the Third Age's charity number is NIC100647. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number NIC100647?: Search NIC100647 on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.
What does Holywood District University of the Third Age do?: The Objects of The U3A are : (i) to advance the education of the public and in particular the education of older people no longer in full time gainful employment in HOLYWOOD and its surrounding locality. (ii) The provision of facilities for leisure time and recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the above persons in the interests of their social welfare.
Does Holywood District University of the Third Age have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Holywood District 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 Northern Ireland (CCNI) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.
How can I donate to Holywood District University of the Third Age?: Holywood District University of the Third Age's website listed in our register data is http://holywoodu3a.org. 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.
When was Holywood District University of the Third Age registered as a charity?: Holywood District University of the Third Age was entered on the register on 13 January 2015.

Source: Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.