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title: "Wolverhampton U3a — check charity number 1216453 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Wolverhampton U3a a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1216453. Education/training charity based in Wombourne. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/wolverhampton-u3a
retrieved: 2026-08-24T17:01:01.803Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Wolverhampton U3a is a registered charity (number 1216453) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. 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 Wolverhampton U3a?

Registered charity number

1216453

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Wombourne

Website

[wolverhampton.u3asite.uk](https://wolverhampton.u3asite.uk/)

## What does Wolverhampton U3a do?

Wolverhampton u3a is an autonomous, self-help, organisation offering learning, creative and leisure opportunities in a very friendly environment.

## What causes is Wolverhampton U3a registered for?

Education/training

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Wolverhampton U3a yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Wolverhampton 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://wolverhampton.u3asite.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Wolverhampton U3a a legitimate charity?

Yes. Wolverhampton U3a is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1216453) 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 Wolverhampton U3a's charity number?

Wolverhampton U3a's charity number is 1216453. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1216453?

Search 1216453 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 Wolverhampton U3a do?

Wolverhampton u3a is an autonomous, self-help, organisation offering learning, creative and leisure opportunities in a very friendly environment.

Does Wolverhampton U3a have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton U3a?

Wolverhampton U3a's website is https://wolverhampton.u3asite.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/1216453).