--- title: "Witham U3a — check charity number 1180721 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Witham U3a a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1180721. Education/training charity based in Cherry Willingham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/witham-u3a retrieved: 2026-08-24T13:06:42.086Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Witham U3a is a registered charity (number 1180721) 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 £2,747 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Witham U3a? Registered charity number 1180721 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Cherry Willingham Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £2,747 ## What does Witham U3a do? Witham U3A organises and operates interest groups in a wide range of subjects provided via the expertise of Witham U3A members and lectures by visiting speakers. Subjects such as History, Genealogy, Appreciation of Architecture and Natural History and Music are included together with recreational activities such as walking which designed to improve and maintain member's physical wellbeing. ## What causes is Witham U3a registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Witham U3a yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Witham 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. 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=witham-u3a&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Witham U3a a legitimate charity? Yes. Witham U3a is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1180721) 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 Witham U3a's charity number? Witham U3a's charity number is 1180721. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1180721? Search 1180721 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 Witham U3a do? Witham U3A organises and operates interest groups in a wide range of subjects provided via the expertise of Witham U3A members and lectures by visiting speakers. Subjects such as History, Genealogy, Appreciation of Architecture and Natural History and Music are included together with recreational activities such as walking which designed to improve and maintain member's physical wellbeing. Does Witham U3a have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Witham 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 Witham U3a? Witham U3a does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1180721).