Is Poynton U3a a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Poynton U3a as a registered charity (number 1147261) 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 Poynton U3a's charity number?

Poynton U3a's charity number is 1147261. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1147261?

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Does Poynton U3a have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Poynton U3a?

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When was Poynton U3a registered as a charity?

Poynton U3a was entered on the register on 15 May 2012.

Registered charity · No. 1147261

Poynton U3a

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Poynton 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 Poynton U3a?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £5,111
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £4,583
Registered charity number: 1147261
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Poynton
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Not recorded
Website: www.poyntonu3a.org.uk

Quick answer

Poynton U3a (number 1147261) 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 Poynton U3a do?

The U3A is a self-help, self-managed charitable organisation for those no longer in full-time work. It provides opportunities for members to share experiences in a range of Interest Groups to pursue skills, knowledge and activities. We hold monthly meetings with speakers, and have over 30 interest groups including bird watching, walking, family history, bridge, reading, geology, languages etc

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

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Poynton U3a

Answers Poynton 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 does not record Poynton U3a as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 15 May 2012
Where it says it operates: Cheshire East

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Elderly/old People; The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Provides Services; Provides Advocacy/advice/information; Acts As An Umbrella Or Resource Body.

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 Poynton U3a registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport

Why is there no Clarity Score for Poynton U3a yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Poynton 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 Poynton U3a?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Poynton U3a a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Poynton U3a as a registered charity (number 1147261) 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 Poynton U3a's charity number?: Poynton U3a's charity number is 1147261. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1147261?: Search 1147261 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 Poynton U3a do?: The U3A is a self-help, self-managed charitable organisation for those no longer in full-time work. It provides opportunities for members to share experiences in a range of Interest Groups to pursue skills, knowledge and activities. We hold monthly meetings with speakers, and have over 30 interest groups including bird watching, walking, family history, bridge, reading, geology, languages etc
Does Poynton U3a have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Poynton 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 Poynton U3a?: Poynton U3a's website listed in our register data is http://www.poyntonu3a.org.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.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Poynton U3a?: The register does not record Poynton U3a as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
When was Poynton U3a registered as a charity?: Poynton U3a was entered on the register on 15 May 2012.

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.