--- title: "The Portsmouth Branch of the University of the Third Age — check charity number 293885 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Portsmouth Branch of the University of the Third Age a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 293885. Education/training charity based in Southsea. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-portsmouth-branch-of-the-university-of-the-third-age retrieved: 2026-08-27T18:32:26.739Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Portsmouth Branch of the University of the Third Age is a registered charity (number 293885) 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; recreation. Its latest reported income was £9,385 (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 The Portsmouth Branch of the University of the Third Age? Registered charity number 293885 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Southsea Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £9,385 Website [u3asites.org.uk/portsmouth](http://u3asites.org.uk/portsmouth) ## What does The Portsmouth Branch of the University of the Third Age do? We are a self-help educational and social organisation for retired and semi-retired. We offer a range of groups and activities such as: music discovery; french; spanish; book club; french reading; law, art; art appreciation; Upwords; Mah Jong; Rummikub; history; architecture; poetry & plays; film club; science & technology; philosophy. ## What causes is The Portsmouth Branch of the University of the Third Age registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Portsmouth Branch of the University of the Third Age yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Portsmouth Branch of the 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-portsmouth-branch-of-the-university-of-the-third-age&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://u3asites.org.uk/portsmouth) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Portsmouth Branch of the University of the Third Age a legitimate charity? Yes. The Portsmouth Branch of the University of the Third Age is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 293885) 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 Portsmouth Branch of the University of the Third Age's charity number? The Portsmouth Branch of the University of the Third Age's charity number is 293885. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 293885? Search 293885 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 Portsmouth Branch of the University of the Third Age do? We are a self-help educational and social organisation for retired and semi-retired. We offer a range of groups and activities such as: music discovery; french; spanish; book club; french reading; law, art; art appreciation; Upwords; Mah Jong; Rummikub; history; architecture; poetry & plays; film club; science & technology; philosophy. Does The Portsmouth Branch of the University of the Third Age have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Portsmouth Branch of the 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 Portsmouth Branch of the University of the Third Age? The Portsmouth Branch of the University of the Third Age's website is http://u3asites.org.uk/portsmouth — 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/293885).