--- title: "Dukeries Third Age Group (U3a) — check charity number 1118205 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dukeries Third Age Group (U3a) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1118205. Education/training charity based in Bilsthorpe. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dukeries-third-age-group-u3a retrieved: 2026-08-24T07:30:40.182Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dukeries Third Age Group (U3a) is a registered charity (number 1118205) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £14,717 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Dukeries Third Age Group (U3a)? Registered charity number 1118205 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Bilsthorpe Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £14,717 Website [dukeries.u3asite.uk/welcome](https://dukeries.u3asite.uk/welcome/) ## What does Dukeries Third Age Group (U3a) do? TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC AND PARTICULARLY THE EDUCATION OF THE MIDDLE-AGED AND OLDER PEOPLE WHO ARE NOT IN FULL TIME GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT. 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. ## What causes is Dukeries Third Age Group (U3a) registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dukeries Third Age Group (U3a) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dukeries Third Age Group (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. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=dukeries-third-age-group-u3a&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://dukeries.u3asite.uk/welcome/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dukeries Third Age Group (U3a) a legitimate charity? Yes. Dukeries Third Age Group (U3a) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1118205) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Dukeries Third Age Group (U3a)'s charity number? Dukeries Third Age Group (U3a)'s charity number is 1118205. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1118205? Search 1118205 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 Dukeries Third Age Group (U3a) do? TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC AND PARTICULARLY THE EDUCATION OF THE MIDDLE-AGED AND OLDER PEOPLE WHO ARE NOT IN FULL TIME GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT. 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 Dukeries Third Age Group (U3a) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dukeries Third Age Group (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 Dukeries Third Age Group (U3a)? Dukeries Third Age Group (U3a)'s website is https://dukeries.u3asite.uk/welcome/ — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, 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://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1118205).