--- title: "Eastbourne Central u3a — check charity number 296422 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Eastbourne Central u3a a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 296422. Education/training charity based in Eastbourne. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/eastbourne-central-u3a retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:56:35.276Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Eastbourne Central u3a is a registered charity (number 296422) 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 £6,906 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Eastbourne Central u3a? Registered charity number 296422 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Eastbourne Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £6,906 ## 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. ## 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? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Eastbourne Central 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=eastbourne-central-u3a&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Eastbourne Central u3a a legitimate charity? Yes. Eastbourne Central u3a is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 296422) 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 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. 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/296422).