--- title: "U3a in London — check charity number 288434 | CharityCompare" description: "Is U3a in London a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 288434. Education/training charity based in 213 Haverstock Hill. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/u3a-in-london retrieved: 2026-08-23T01:16:52.533Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer U3a in London is a registered charity (number 288434) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £157,000 (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 U3a in London? Registered charity number 288434 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 213 Haverstock Hill Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £157,000 Website [u3alondon.org.uk](https://u3alondon.org.uk/) ## What does U3a in London do? Provision of educational and leisure activities for retired and semi-retired men and women. ## What causes is U3a in London registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for U3a in London yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. U3a in London 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=u3a-in-london&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://u3alondon.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is U3a in London a legitimate charity? Yes. U3a in London is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 288434) 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 U3a in London's charity number? U3a in London's charity number is 288434. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 288434? Search 288434 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 U3a in London do? Provision of educational and leisure activities for retired and semi-retired men and women. Does U3a in London have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for U3a in London. 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 U3a in London? U3a in London's website is https://u3alondon.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/288434).