--- title: "University of the Third Age Patcham — check charity number 1121397 | CharityCompare" description: "Is University of the Third Age Patcham a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1121397. Education/training charity based in Brighton. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/university-of-the-third-age-patcham retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:10:33.505Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer University of the Third Age Patcham is a registered charity (number 1121397) 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 £8,131 (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 University of the Third Age Patcham? Registered charity number 1121397 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Brighton Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £8,131 Website [myweb.tiscali.co.uk/patchamu3a](http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/patchamu3a) ## What does University of the Third Age Patcham do? Discussion Groups covering finance & investment,local history,Art appreciation, Family History,French Conversation,Light Music and Light Classical Music,Computer Skills,Current Affairs,meetings with lectures of general interest often illustrated. Members are encouraged to start other groups of interest to them subject to the interest being shown by fellow members. ## What causes is University of the Third Age Patcham registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for University of the Third Age Patcham yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. University of the Third Age Patcham 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=university-of-the-third-age-patcham&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/patchamu3a) ## Frequently asked questions Is University of the Third Age Patcham a legitimate charity? Yes. University of the Third Age Patcham is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1121397) 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 University of the Third Age Patcham's charity number? University of the Third Age Patcham's charity number is 1121397. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1121397? Search 1121397 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 University of the Third Age Patcham do? Discussion Groups covering finance & investment,local history,Art appreciation, Family History,French Conversation,Light Music and Light Classical Music,Computer Skills,Current Affairs,meetings with lectures of general interest often illustrated. Members are encouraged to start other groups of interest to them subject to the interest being shown by fellow members. Does University of the Third Age Patcham have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for University of the Third Age Patcham. 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 University of the Third Age Patcham? University of the Third Age Patcham's website is http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/patchamu3a — 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/1121397).