--- title: "Sidcup & District (U3a) — check charity number 1218011 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Sidcup & District (U3a) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1218011. Education/training charity based in Bexley. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/sidcup-district-u3a retrieved: 2026-08-24T15:03:48.644Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Sidcup & District (U3a) is a registered charity (number 1218011) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. 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 Sidcup & District (U3a)? Registered charity number 1218011 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Bexley Website [sidcup.u3asiteuk](https://sidcup.u3asiteuk/) ## What does Sidcup & District (U3a) do? The Advancement of Education & in particular the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities conductive to learning & personal development in the area of benefit ## What causes is Sidcup & District (U3a) registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Sidcup & District (U3a) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Sidcup & District (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=sidcup-district-u3a&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://sidcup.u3asiteuk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Sidcup & District (U3a) a legitimate charity? Yes. Sidcup & District (U3a) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1218011) 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 Sidcup & District (U3a)'s charity number? Sidcup & District (U3a)'s charity number is 1218011. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1218011? Search 1218011 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 Sidcup & District (U3a) do? The Advancement of Education & in particular the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities conductive to learning & personal development in the area of benefit Does Sidcup & District (U3a) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Sidcup & District (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 Sidcup & District (U3a)? Sidcup & District (U3a)'s website is https://sidcup.u3asiteuk — 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/1218011).