--- title: "The Epping Forest University of the Third Age — check charity number 1090644 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Epping Forest University of the Third Age a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1090644. Education/training charity based in Unit 1. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-epping-forest-university-of-the-third-age retrieved: 2026-08-25T12:24:07.117Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Epping Forest University of the Third Age is a registered charity (number 1090644) 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. Its latest reported income was £73,727 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 The Epping Forest University of the Third Age? Registered charity number 1090644 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Unit 1 Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £73,727 Website [www.u3a.org.uk](https://www.u3a.org.uk/) ## What does The Epping Forest University of the Third Age do? (i) to advance the education of the public and in particular the education of older people no longer in gainful employment in Epping Forest and its surrounding locality. (ii) the provision of facilities for leisure and recreational activities for the members in the interests of their social welfare. In furtherance of these objectives we currently have over 60 groups meeting on a regular basis. ## What causes is The Epping Forest University of the Third Age registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Epping Forest University of the Third Age yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Epping Forest 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=the-epping-forest-university-of-the-third-age&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.u3a.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Epping Forest University of the Third Age a legitimate charity? Yes. The Epping Forest University of the Third Age is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1090644) 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 The Epping Forest University of the Third Age's charity number? The Epping Forest University of the Third Age's charity number is 1090644. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1090644? Search 1090644 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 The Epping Forest University of the Third Age do? (i) to advance the education of the public and in particular the education of older people no longer in gainful employment in Epping Forest and its surrounding locality. (ii) the provision of facilities for leisure and recreational activities for the members in the interests of their social welfare. In furtherance of these objectives we currently have over 60 groups meeting on a regular basis. Does The Epping Forest University of the Third Age have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Epping Forest 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 The Epping Forest University of the Third Age? The Epping Forest University of the Third Age's website is https://www.u3a.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/1090644).