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title: "Waltham Abbey U3a — check charity number 1173927 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Waltham Abbey U3a a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1173927. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Waltham Abbey. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/waltham-abbey-u3a
retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:00:05.602Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Waltham Abbey U3a is a registered charity (number 1173927) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £49,677 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Waltham Abbey U3a?

Registered charity number

1173927

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Waltham Abbey

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£49,677

Website

[HTTPS://u3asites.org.uk/Waltham-Abbey](https://u3asites.org.uk/Waltham-Abbey)

## What does Waltham Abbey U3a do?

The Waltham Abbey U3A provides opportunities for retired and semi retired members to participate in activities such as dance, gardening,cycling, languages and games. There are a number of different groups that members can join and a monthly meeting with informative speakers.

## What causes is Waltham Abbey U3a registered for?

General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Waltham Abbey U3a yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Waltham Abbey 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.
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[Visit charity website](https://u3asites.org.uk/Waltham-Abbey)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Waltham Abbey U3a a legitimate charity?

Yes. Waltham Abbey U3a is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1173927) 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 Waltham Abbey U3a's charity number?

Waltham Abbey U3a's charity number is 1173927. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1173927?

Search 1173927 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 Waltham Abbey U3a do?

The Waltham Abbey U3A provides opportunities for retired and semi retired members to participate in activities such as dance, gardening,cycling, languages and games. There are a number of different groups that members can join and a monthly meeting with informative speakers.

Does Waltham Abbey U3a have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Waltham Abbey 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 Waltham Abbey U3a?

Waltham Abbey U3a's website is HTTPS://u3asites.org.uk/Waltham-Abbey — 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/1173927).