--- title: "Heybridge U3a — check charity number 1160360 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Heybridge U3a a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1160360. Education/training charity based in Heybridge. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/heybridge-u3a retrieved: 2026-08-24T01:08:18.064Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Heybridge U3a is a registered charity (number 1160360) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £3,373 (year ending 2025-01-31). 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 Heybridge U3a? Registered charity number 1160360 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Heybridge Latest income (year ending 2025-01-31) £3,373 Website [u3asites.org.uk/heybridge](https://u3asites.org.uk/heybridge) ## What does Heybridge U3a do? The organisation continues to promote the benefits of learning in later life through self-help learning. Members have formed 21 interest groups, which are learning co-operatives, drawing upon the knowledge, experience and skills of their own members and covering a wide range of topics and activities. ## What causes is Heybridge U3a registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Heybridge U3a yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Heybridge 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=heybridge-u3a&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://u3asites.org.uk/heybridge) ## Frequently asked questions Is Heybridge U3a a legitimate charity? Yes. Heybridge U3a is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1160360) 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 Heybridge U3a's charity number? Heybridge U3a's charity number is 1160360. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1160360? Search 1160360 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 Heybridge U3a do? The organisation continues to promote the benefits of learning in later life through self-help learning. Members have formed 21 interest groups, which are learning co-operatives, drawing upon the knowledge, experience and skills of their own members and covering a wide range of topics and activities. Does Heybridge U3a have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Heybridge 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 Heybridge U3a? Heybridge U3a's website is https://u3asites.org.uk/heybridge — 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/1160360).