--- title: "Shoreham & Southwick U3a — check charity number 1117982 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Shoreham & Southwick U3a a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1117982. Education/training charity based in Shoreham-By-Sea. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/shoreham-southwick-u3a retrieved: 2026-08-24T12:10:54.472Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Shoreham & Southwick U3a is a registered charity (number 1117982) 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 £29,831 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Shoreham & Southwick U3a? Registered charity number 1117982 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Shoreham-By-Sea Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £29,831 Website [www.shoreham-southwick.u3asite.uk](http://www.shoreham-southwick.u3asite.uk/) ## What does Shoreham & Southwick U3a do? To advance education for people not in full time employment with the study of a variety of topics, organised, led, and where applicable researched by the members. Provide the opportunity to pursue learning for sheer enjoyment. Provide the facilities for leisure time and recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for older people in the interests of social welfare. ## What causes is Shoreham & Southwick U3a registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Shoreham & Southwick U3a yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Shoreham & Southwick 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=shoreham-southwick-u3a&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.shoreham-southwick.u3asite.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Shoreham & Southwick U3a a legitimate charity? Yes. Shoreham & Southwick U3a is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1117982) 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 Shoreham & Southwick U3a's charity number? Shoreham & Southwick U3a's charity number is 1117982. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1117982? Search 1117982 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 Shoreham & Southwick U3a do? To advance education for people not in full time employment with the study of a variety of topics, organised, led, and where applicable researched by the members. Provide the opportunity to pursue learning for sheer enjoyment. Provide the facilities for leisure time and recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for older people in the interests of social welfare. Does Shoreham & Southwick U3a have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Shoreham & Southwick 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 Shoreham & Southwick U3a? Shoreham & Southwick U3a's website is http://www.shoreham-southwick.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/1117982).