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Alton Counselling Service

Also known as: Alton Pastoral Counselling Service

Alton Counselling Service aims to provide high quality counselling, for an individually negotiated donation which ensures nobody is refused counselling for financial reasons. We provide a safe environment and an assurance of confidentiality which gives clients the opportunity to talk through and reflect upon difficulties which we can all experience from time to time in life.

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Activities & Mission

Alton Counselling Service aims to provide high quality counselling, for an individually negotiated donation which ensures nobody is refused counselling for financial reasons. We provide a safe environment and an assurance of confidentiality which gives clients the opportunity to talk through and reflect upon difficulties which we can all experience from time to time in life.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£61,505
Latest Expenditure
£58,559

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 95.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 95.2%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£61,505
£58,5590 / 26
2024
£52,535
£60,2950 / 27
2023
£68,976
£62,4320 / 20
2022
£68,976
£62,4320 / 25
2021
£54,139
£60,1760 / 25

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Alton Counselling Service

What does Alton Counselling Service do?

Alton Counselling Service aims to provide high quality counselling, for an individually negotiated donation which ensures nobody is refused counselling for financial reasons. We provide a safe environment and an assurance of confidentiality which gives clients the opportunity to talk through and reflect upon difficulties which we can all experience from time to time in life.

How much income did Alton Counselling Service report in 2025?

Alton Counselling Service reported total income of £62k and reported expenditure of £59k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Alton Counselling Service registered as a charity?

Alton Counselling Service was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 April 1980 as charity number 279857. It has been registered for 46 years.

Who runs Alton Counselling Service?

Alton Counselling Service is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Anne Bothwell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Alton Counselling Service operate?

Alton Counselling Service operates across 2 areas: Hampshire and Surrey.

Is Alton Counselling Service a registered charity?

Yes — Alton Counselling Service is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 279857.

Details

Address
39 Church Street
ALTON
GU34 2DA
Registration Date
18 April 1980
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
279857
Charity Number
279857

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Trustees

Anne Bothwell Chair
Fiona Strathern Lapraik
Graham Hill
Also governs 1 other charity
Paul Warren

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Alton Pastoral Counselling Service
  • Alton Counselling Service

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30 July 2026
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