U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch
Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data
U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training, arts/culture/heritage/science, amateur sport.
U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch (number 299146) 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 U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch do?
We are a volunteer-driven organisation for those who are no longer in full-time employment. We facilitate lifelong learning and stimulating daytime activities in the company of others. All activities are run and coordinated by volunteers.
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
From the annual return
Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch
Answers U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission for the year ending 31 December 2024, 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 U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch 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
U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch's annual return for the year ending 31 December 2024 reports that no trustee received remuneration or other benefits from the charity.
Registration details
Registered as a charity
Also known as
Cheltenham U3a
Previous names on the register
U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham and District Branch
Where it says it operates
Gloucestershire
Who it supports and how it works
Reported beneficiaries: Elderly/old People.
Reported activities: Provides Human Resources; Provides Services.
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 U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch registered for?
Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport
Why is there no Clarity Score for U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch yet?
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Is U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch a legitimate charity?
The register data used for this profile lists U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch as a registered charity (number 299146) 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 U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch's charity number?
U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch's charity number is 299146. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 299146?
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What does U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch do?
We are a volunteer-driven organisation for those who are no longer in full-time employment. We facilitate lifelong learning and stimulating daytime activities in the company of others. All activities are run and coordinated by volunteers.
Does U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch have reviews and complaints?
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How can I donate to U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch?
U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch's website listed in our register data is http://www.cheltenhamu3a.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 U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch?
The register records U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch 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.
Are U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch's trustees paid?
U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch's annual return for the year ending 31 December 2024 reports that no trustee received remuneration or other benefits from the charity.
What was U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch previously called?
The register lists this previous name for U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch: U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham and District Branch.
When was U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch registered as a charity?
U3a University of the Third Age, Cheltenham Branch was entered on the register on 11 May 1988.