TEESDALE U3A
For persons not in full time employment, over 18 years old. To promote the values of lifelong learning. Form interest groups covering a wide range of topics and activities. Learning is for its own sake, with enjoyment being the prime motive, not qualifications or awards. It is a mutual aid organisation.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the organization had 460 members for the 2025-26 period, with 54 new members joining and 62 leaving. The Chair's report describes the year as 'good' and highlights active engagement through monthly meetings, interest groups, and social events.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- JULIE ARCHERchair
- Elizabeth Margaret Colley
- Hazel Mhairi McCallum
- Ian Royston
- Jane Kenwright
- Kathryn Mary Bailey
- MICHAEL DAVID SWEETING
- Ruth Lapworth
- SUSAN OVERTON
- Sheila Kilgarriff
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 28/02/2026 | £31k | £33k |
| 28/02/2025 | £32k | £28k |
| 29/02/2024 | £34k | £31k |
| 28/02/2023 | £25k | £20k |
| 28/02/2022 | £13k | £10k |
Common questions
Is TEESDALE U3A financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the organization had 460 members for the 2025-26 period, with 54 new members joining and 62 leaving. The Chair's report describes the year as 'good' and highlights active engagement through monthly meetings, interest groups, and social events.