Trustees. Annual Report for the period
ITY
Penod start date
Pefiod end date
2025
,12
2025
From
To
Section A
Reference and administration details
Charity name
U3A Canterbury & District
Other names charity is known by
Registered charity number {rf any)
1026681
Charity's principal address
8 OrarKJe Street
Canterbury
Kent
Postcode
CT1 2JA
Names of the ¢harlty trustees who manage the charity
Trustee narne
Office rrf arry}
Chair
Vice Chair
N•m• of pgrson lar body) entliled
lnttn￿to8
If a
Robin Terry
Keith Watson
Trevor Peel
John Wetherell
Treasurer
Joint Membership
Secretary
Joint Membership
Secretary
Course
Administrator
Lizzie Arrow
Angela Tippett
Keith Kolsteren
Lawren￿ Stone
Tim Landsman
Jonathan Butchers
01.01.25- 07.04.25
Vice Chair
03.11.25- 31.12.25
10
Course
Development
Judith Gladman
12
13
14
Section B
Structure,
overnance and mana
ement
Description of tho charity's trusts
The constibJtion is based upon a model suggested by the Third Age Trust
(TAT) to which the U3A Canterbury & DistnGt {U3A) is affiliated. This was
last revised at the AGM on 13th July 2020 foll0v￿ng further changes
recommended by TAT and the Charity Commission.
Type of goveming document
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How the charity is constituted
Trust
Trustee selection methods
rustees are mem
the U3A and collectively form Ihe commrttee
which runs tl. The AGM elects the committee members, but more can be
c&opted as required dursng the year. Each Trustee is required to answer
questions regarding their suitability and probty to act as a Trustee for the
chari
Section C
Ob'ectives and activities
u3a Canterbury & District {C&D) is a teaming co-operative which draws
upon the knowledge. experience and skills of ts rnembers to organise
courses. interest groups, events and activities in accordance wrth the
wishes of the membership. Leaming is purely for pleasure with no
distinction made between group leaders artd leamers. No accreditation or
certificates exist and there are no assessments or qualifications to be
gainèd. The organisation exists for members to share and enjoy learning,
and members are encouraged to both lead and leam.
Summary of the objects of the
charity set out in its
governing document
A steady increase in membership and a full programme of courses and
events took pla￿ in 2025 ExeGLrtive Committee meetings were held
monthly.
The Chair attended Kent u3a Networt events. and participated in u3a
online Chairs, Forum meetings.
The Universty of Kent (UKC) supports u3a C & D, through
Memorandum of Understanding. as part of their commitment to engage
with the public through ts research, and to strengthen rts links with the
communty. The arrangement supports the u3a Cinema Interest Group
with film screenings in the Gulbenkian Arts Centre, as well as enabling
u3a C & D members to volunteer to take part in some social research
topics. Cantèrbury Christ Church Univefsity (CCCU) also supports u3a C
& D. through a new Memorandum of Understanding signed in March
2025.
Guidan￿ from the Charty Commission. as well as that re￿iVed from
TAT, is revwed by the committee when re￿iVed and action taken as
ne￿Ssary.
Summary ofthe maln
activities undertaken for the
public benefit in relation to
these objects (include within
this section the statutory
declaration that trustaes have
had regard to the guidance
issuod by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit)
For more details, see section D below.
Addltlonal dotalls of objeclfves and actlvllles (op￿Onal Infomiallon)
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Section D
Achievements and performance
There were 1.276 members at year- end. A Joining Session was held in
most months. Hosted by the Membership Team and a band of volunteers
tt informs potential new members of the u3a ethos and principles as well
as explaining current courses and activities available.
All new members received a personal V￿lcOme letter from the Chair and
a copy of our latest Courses programme.
Welcome Sessions were held quarterfy to enable new members to gain
more infomation and for committee members to meet and get to know
them.
An Open Day took pla￿ in May to "showrAse' activities viithin u3a C& D.
Infomiation arKI taster sessions were provided to attract potential new
members.
An Information card is produced annually, listing committee members,
key contacts. and the Monthly meeting programme. In addition, a monthly
News Bulletin is distribuied by an editorial team to all members.
We are proud of our extensive programme of over 100 courses which run
over the autumn arKI V*llnter period. They cover both academic and non-
academic subjects. All the Tutors. Activrty Leaders, Hosts and
Coordinators who are involved in the courses are a committed and
dependable group of people who share their kn￿edge. expertise and
understanding of a subject or activity. The Summer programme gives
tutors and activity leaders an opportunty to run taster sessions in new
subjects and ideas. All leaders were ￿lebrated at the annual lunch in
April.
During the summer period more outdoor adivities complement the
leaming and social activities programme. The courses, booking system
was successfully updated and launched in September.
Our web site has been further developed following the initial update using
the TAT sponsored Srteworks model in November 2024. It contains
details of our courses and carries our monthty Bulletin which infoms
members of current events.
A research group working with the UKC. and CCCU, has been active
since 2014. It adopts an academic approach in its work. It presented a
report on why some members had not renewed in April 2025 and it will
look again at this topic in April 2026. Four one day outings were
organised during the year to "The Great Stink." Maidstone,. Museum of
the Moving Image Deal- Christmas Lights in London.
Two five-day coach holidays were organised during the year to
Warwickshire
, ar￿ Devon
inse
Summary of the main
achievements of the charity
during th• yaar
Section E
Financial review
The committee agreéd the reserves policy in June 2013. It takes account
of advice by the Charity Commission and that of the Third Age Trust. The
commtitee on recommendation by the T￿aSurer detenmines the actual
level.
Brief statsment of tho
charlty's pollcy on reserves
Details of any funds materialty
In deficit
Further financial review details (Optional infomiation)
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You may choose to include
additional information, where
relevant about..
the charity s principal
sources of funds (including
any fundraising).,
how expenditure has
supported the key objectives
of the charity;
investment policy and
objectives including any
ethical investment policy
adopted.
Our u3a is supported through funds received from its members from
subscriptions and course fees. These are used lo fund our obieGtives as
detailed in section C and D of this report through the hire of course
venues, rental of the office accommodation at Orange Street, payment of
speaker fees etc. In addilion, we re￿1ve Gtft Aid from HMRC.
A small sum is received as interest payments from the bank.
In 2023 we resumed charging course fees after their suspension during
the COVID epidemic. In 2024 these were reduced from £1.50 10 £1 per
session and will be maintained at this rate for 2025.
The committee regularly reviewed financial reports during the year.
Section F
Other optional information
Section G
Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity's truste8S
Signature(sl
Full namelsl
Robin Stuart Terry
Trevor Peel
Position (e.g. Secretary,
Chair, etc.)
Chair
Treasurer
Date
i ipLApril 2026
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U3A Canterbury & District
Consolidated Balance Sheet as at 31st December 2025
2025
2024
Cash at Lloyds Bank A/C Current
Cash at Lloyds bank A/C Outings
Cash at Lloyds bank A/C Deposit
PayPal Alc
Total cash 1st Jan 2025
Net Funds ex Financial Statement
Fixed Assets @YIE
2025
Total Value at Y/E
2025
53,790
4,188
49,969
3,554
15,000
39
39
73.017
-818
1.834
74.033
68,562
4,454
380
73.396
68,562
74,033
73.396
REPRESENTED BY;
31.12.25
Total
31.12.24
Total
CURRENT ASS￿5
Cash at Lloyds Bank A/C Current
Cash at Lloyds bank A/C Outings
Cash at Lloyds bank A/C Deposit
PayPal A/C
Sub Total at year end
54.661
2,5(K)
15,CMJ)
39
53,790
4.188
15.lJOO
39
73,017
72,199.73
72,200
73,017
FIXED ASSETS
B/Fwd
Purchased in Year
Total Fixed Assets
Less depreciation/written off
Net Fixed Assets
379
2,211
2,590
-756
1,834
401
401
-22
379
1,834
379
CREDITORS
Amount5 falling due
Ove¥payments by ISGS
Net Assets
74.034
73,396
This Financial Statement has been examined by the Independent Examiner
Sue Asser, whose statement is provided seperately.
Signed:
Trevor Peel
Treasurer
Robin Te
Chair
Date..
Date..

U3A CANTERBURY & DISTRicr
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcfiviTIES FOR THE PERIOD
1ST JANUARY 2025 to 31ST DECEMBER 2025
2025
2024
INCOME & RESOURCES
Artivities tofvrther the churity's objecttves
Incoming Resource5
Net Subscriptions
Courses and rbet fees
Miscellaneous
Donations-unrestritted
Donations-Restricted B B Legary
Bank Interest
Third Age Trust Grant
Outings-Net Receipts
GiftAid
Totsl Income
Resources Expended
Course Expenses
Administration
Rents
Communications= Printing
Communications- Post
TAT Affiliation Fee
u33 C & D Website Site Works Sub5
Beacon Licence Fee
Speakers
Outings Expenditure
Sub Total
Asset Purchases
LaptOP5 Pcs
Orange St Equipment
Restricted Fund Legacy Items
Total Resources Expended
Net resouces less net expenses
NET MOVEMENTIN FUNDS
Funds bal. B/F at 1st Jan
Liability to ISGS due to overpayments
Total Fijnds balance at year end
24.687
14,823
105
23,732
14,719
21
119
177
10.258
3,366
53,957
10,059
3.210
56,917
2,228
7,057
23.035
1,678
3,159
4,248
50
1.062
610
9,437
52,564
2.603
4,712
26,944
1,301
1.986
4,020
NIA
I,(KJ2
470
9.425
52.463
1,285
926
54,775
-818
52,463
4.454
73.017
68,562
72.200
73,016
Bank Accounts total at Year End
72,21YJ
73,017
This Financial Statement has been examined by the Independent Examiner
Sue Asser, whose statement is provided seperately.
Signed:
Trevor Peel
Treasurer
Robin Terry
Chair
Date: U1.QS. IL
Date:
9 2ui6

Independent examiner's report to the trustees of IJ3A Canterbury &
District Registered Charity 1026681
I re￿>rt on the accounts of the TTUSt for the year ended 31st December 2025. whÈch are set out below.
Respective responsibilities of trnstees and examiner.
The charity's trustees are resFonsible for the prepardtion of the accounts. Thc charity's trustccs collsider
that an audit is not required for this year under section 14412) of the Charities A¢t 2011 (the 2011 A¢l)
and that an ind¢p¢ndent examination is needed.
It is my responsibilty to:
examine the accounts under section 145 of th¢ 2011 Act
to follow the procsjures laid down in the general Direttions given by the ¢ommission under
section 145(SKb) of the 2011 Act
to state wh¢th¢r particular matters have come to my attention
Basis of independent examiner's report
My examination was wried out in accordance with the general directions given by the Charity
Commission.
An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the
a¢¢ounts pr¢s¢nted with those records. It also includes considerdtion of any unusual it¢tlls or disclosures
In ihe accounts and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The
procedures undertaken do not provtde all the evidence that ￿'OU[d be required in an audit and
¢onsequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a'true and fair vic￿ and the report is
limited to those matters set out in the next statemenL
Independent examinerfs ststement
In Connection with my examination. no matter has ¢om¢ to my attention:
Whi¢h gives me r¢asonabl¢ cause to believe that in any rnaterial respect the requirements..
to keep accounting record5 in 8c¢onlance with section 130 of the 2011 Act and
to prepare accounts vthich accord with the accouttting records and comply with the
accounting requiretDeuts of the 2011 Act have not been met or
{2)
To which. my opinioft. attention should k thawn in order to enable a proper und¢rstanding of
th¢ a¢counts to be reached.
Name: Sue Asser
Relevant professional qualifi￿tion or i￿. M.A. (Manag¢m¢nt) UKC
Address: 38 Bridge Dowi4 Bridge. Canterbury. CT4 5AZ
Date: lo 2026

Ind¢p¢ndent ¢xamin¢Vs r¢port to th¢ truste¢s of IJ3A Canterbury &
District Registered Charity 1026681
I rewm OD the ¥counts of th¢Tru* forth¢>w ¢n￿ 31y Dryember 2025. whieh u¢ set out bcl(>w.
Resp¢¢tive r¢5pon$ibilili¢s of tTUStee5 and examiner.
lh¢ ¢haril>'g tyusie¢s ar¢ I￿￿￿Sibl¢ forthtr pr¢pwiLm of th¢ ac¥ounts. Th¢ ¢h8riry'5 tr￿51¢¢5 consiikr
that audiÈ TS n()t forth￿ )'car ￿￿&r5￿11t>n 144(21 tsf thv L1witits Aci 2011 2011 kn)
aRd that an ind¢pEfft4£ni examination is [￿eded.
li L$my￿￿nsibility th..
examn)e the a￿oll￿ls under%edion 145 of Ihc 2011 Aci
to folhiw the pr￿atUreS laid down in ihe 8eiieTRI Directions given by t￿ under
s¢¢tiOll 145ISXb} of the 2011 Act
tri Stak whethEr p#rtiLlllarmaiters have corne IL) tDy
Basis of inde￿nd¢n1 ¢xaminer's report
My examinati(￿ Was out in ￿¢0[￿8]￿£ wirh th¢ 8¢nernl direclion5 8iven by the Ch8rity
Comms55ion.
An ¢xaMi￿lOn iTrcluths • review of theaccouMin8TrfOTd5 kept ty the chaTity atyj a ofi
'ounts pyeseffled with those r￿OrdS. li also includes considernt1(￿ of unus￿1 Ttems OT di5cI(wt¢5
irt tk and SCL&ing eXpl￿atIOnS frorn YQU gs I￿Stee5 colKern￿8 any such matter5."Ihe
Pr(￿￿￿$ undtttaken dil n¢)t pnivid¢ tht tvidL'ncc that would bc required ill audir
¢On￿4￿nI1￿ no OPiDlOli is giv¢ii #s to wheiher lh¢ prcscnt a'true f&iT vicw. a￿1 tkn re￿￿ LS
liTh*t¢d kn those m8iiews sd in th¢ *exi ￿￿eMenT.
Inde￿ndent examinevs statement
In rOnn￿tIon my ¢xarnination. ff) Matter cLimt to mv att¢ntiort.'
Which gives me reasonable cause to believe that ift any narerial respectthe requirements..
t(> keep ac￿￿11￿8 Tecords ￿ acc4)rthc¢ 5Eclion 130 of Ihe 2Ql l A¢t thd
ro prepar¢g¢coukis w'hicli Bccord with the accountin8 records &TKI c￿￿p]Y the
4¢tO￿￿ting rtgUin¢Atsof the 201] Ad hav¢ not btto met or
To which, in my ¢)pinion, Attention should be in ¢)rdert0¢r￿b￿0 proper understanding or
th¢ I￿9U￿1stO b¢ r¢¥h￿l.
(21
Name: Sue Asser
Relevanl rKofwion&l qualification OT tx>dy.' M.A. Imamgementl UKC
Address.. 38 Bridge Down. Brid8< can1w￿, cr4 5AZ
Date.. 1.0