--- title: "Leek U3a — check charity number 1057461 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Leek U3a a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1057461. Education/training charity based in Fynney Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/leek-u3a retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:18:53.902Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Leek U3a is a registered charity (number 1057461) 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 £74,585 (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 Leek U3a? Registered charity number 1057461 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Fynney Street Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £74,585 Website [leek.u3asite.uk](https://leek.u3asite.uk/) ## What does Leek U3a do? Leek U3A has its own constitution which has been approved by the Third Age Trust to which it is affiliated and has a mission statement which explains it aims and objects, which are to advance the education and wellbeing of our members by provision of academic, cultural and recreational activities for our members, all of whom are eligible if not in full time employment and of the older generation. ## What causes is Leek U3a registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Leek U3a yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Leek 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=leek-u3a&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://leek.u3asite.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Leek U3a a legitimate charity? Yes. Leek U3a is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1057461) 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 Leek U3a's charity number? Leek U3a's charity number is 1057461. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1057461? Search 1057461 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 Leek U3a do? Leek U3A has its own constitution which has been approved by the Third Age Trust to which it is affiliated and has a mission statement which explains it aims and objects, which are to advance the education and wellbeing of our members by provision of academic, cultural and recreational activities for our members, all of whom are eligible if not in full time employment and of the older generation. Does Leek U3a have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Leek 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 Leek U3a? Leek U3a's website is https://leek.u3asite.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/1057461).