--- title: "Guildford Area University of the Third Age (U3a) — check charity number 296975 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Guildford Area University of the Third Age (U3a) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 296975. Education/training charity based in PO Box 1631. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/guildford-area-university-of-the-third-age-u3a retrieved: 2026-08-24T11:19:01.412Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Guildford Area University of the Third Age (U3a) is a registered charity (number 296975) 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 £99,043 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Guildford Area University of the Third Age (U3a)? Registered charity number 296975 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location PO Box 1631 Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £99,043 Website [guildfordu3a.org.uk](http://guildfordu3a.org.uk/) ## What does Guildford Area University of the Third Age (U3a) do? Guildford Area U3a organises in excess of 100 groups for persons retired or semi-retired. For an annual donation members are able to attend groups in Art,Crafts,Discussion,Drama,Games,Health Fitness & Leisure,History Languages, Literature, Music, Research and the Sciences. ## What causes is Guildford Area University of the Third Age (U3a) registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Guildford Area University of the Third Age (U3a) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Guildford Area 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=guildford-area-university-of-the-third-age-u3a&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://guildfordu3a.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Guildford Area University of the Third Age (U3a) a legitimate charity? Yes. Guildford Area University of the Third Age (U3a) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 296975) 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 Guildford Area University of the Third Age (U3a)'s charity number? Guildford Area University of the Third Age (U3a)'s charity number is 296975. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 296975? Search 296975 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 Guildford Area University of the Third Age (U3a) do? Guildford Area U3a organises in excess of 100 groups for persons retired or semi-retired. For an annual donation members are able to attend groups in Art,Crafts,Discussion,Drama,Games,Health Fitness & Leisure,History Languages, Literature, Music, Research and the Sciences. Does Guildford Area University of the Third Age (U3a) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Guildford Area 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 Guildford Area University of the Third Age (U3a)? Guildford Area University of the Third Age (U3a)'s website is http://guildfordu3a.org.uk — 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/296975).