--- title: "Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age — check charity number 1148879 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1148879. Education/training charity based in Parkway. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/holmes-chapel-district-university-of-the-third-age retrieved: 2026-08-24T13:20:40.346Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age is a registered charity (number 1148879) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £100,770 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age? Registered charity number 1148879 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Parkway Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £100,770 Website [www.holmeschapelu3a.org.uk](http://www.holmeschapelu3a.org.uk/) ## What does Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age do? a.) To advance the education of the public and in particular the education of older people no longer in full time gainful employment in Holmes Chapel and its surrounding locality. b.) The provision of facilities for leisure time and recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the above persons in the interests of their social welfare. ## What causes is Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age 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=holmes-chapel-district-university-of-the-third-age&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.holmeschapelu3a.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age a legitimate charity? Yes. Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1148879) 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 Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age's charity number? Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age's charity number is 1148879. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1148879? Search 1148879 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 Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age do? a.) To advance the education of the public and in particular the education of older people no longer in full time gainful employment in Holmes Chapel and its surrounding locality. b.) The provision of facilities for leisure time and recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the above persons in the interests of their social welfare. Does Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age. 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 Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age? Holmes Chapel & District University of the Third Age's website is http://www.holmeschapelu3a.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/1148879).