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Registered charity · No. 120497816 Francis Road

Frodsham University of the Third Age (U3a)

Frodsham University of the Third Age (U3a) is a registered charity in England & Wales working in education/training, other charitable purposes, based in 16 Francis Road.

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Frodsham University of the Third Age (U3a) is a registered charity (number 1204978) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £15,472 (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 Frodsham University of the Third Age (U3a)?

Registered charity number
1204978
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
Other
Location
16 Francis Road
Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31)
£15,472

What does Frodsham University of the Third Age (U3a) do?

U3A Frodsham provides life long learning in a friendly, social setting for older people in Frodsham and the surrounding area. We have a monthly meeting for all members with speakers on a wide variety of topics. We currently have 32 different interest groups which members organise and contribute to. National U3A provides Summer Schools, online resources, 5 magazines a year and subject advisors.

What causes is Frodsham University of the Third Age (U3a) registered for?

Education/trainingOther Charitable Purposes

Why is there no Clarity Score for Frodsham University of the Third Age (U3a) yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Frodsham 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Frodsham University of the Third Age (U3a) a legitimate charity?
Yes. Frodsham University of the Third Age (U3a) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1204978) 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 Frodsham University of the Third Age (U3a)'s charity number?
Frodsham University of the Third Age (U3a)'s charity number is 1204978. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1204978?
Search 1204978 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 Frodsham University of the Third Age (U3a) do?
U3A Frodsham provides life long learning in a friendly, social setting for older people in Frodsham and the surrounding area. We have a monthly meeting for all members with speakers on a wide variety of topics. We currently have 32 different interest groups which members organise and contribute to. National U3A provides Summer Schools, online resources, 5 magazines a year and subject advisors.
Does Frodsham University of the Third Age (U3a) have reviews and complaints?
CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Frodsham 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 Frodsham University of the Third Age (U3a)?
Frodsham University of the Third Age (U3a)'s website is http://u3asites.org.uk/frodsham — 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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.