--- title: "Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (u3a) — check charity number 1030046 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (u3a) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1030046. Education/training charity based in Lydney. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/forest-of-dean-university-of-the-third-age-u3a retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:12:57.850Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (u3a) is a registered charity (number 1030046) 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 £3,494 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (u3a)? Registered charity number 1030046 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Lydney Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £3,494 ## What does Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (u3a) do? Provision of learning activities for persons aged over 55. ## What causes is Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (u3a) registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (u3a) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (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=forest-of-dean-university-of-the-third-age-u3a&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (u3a) a legitimate charity? Yes. Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (u3a) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1030046) 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 Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (u3a)'s charity number? Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (u3a)'s charity number is 1030046. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1030046? Search 1030046 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 Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (u3a) do? Provision of learning activities for persons aged over 55. Does Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (u3a) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (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 Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (u3a)? Forest of Dean University of the Third Age (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/1030046).