Banbury Charities
Also known as: Bridge Estate - Lady Arrans - Almshouses
1. To benefit inhabitants of the former Borough of Banbury. 2. To provide and maintain almshouse accommodation. 3. To benefit sick, poor persons by such means as trustees consider appropriate. 4. To assist educational establishments and students less than 25 years of age. 5. To relieve persons who are in need hardship or distress. 6. To benefit persons suffering from illness, accident old age or i
Activities & Mission
1. To benefit inhabitants of the former Borough of Banbury. 2. To provide and maintain almshouse accommodation. 3. To benefit sick, poor persons by such means as trustees consider appropriate. 4. To assist educational establishments and students less than 25 years of age. 5. To relieve persons who are in need hardship or distress. 6. To benefit persons suffering from illness, accident old age or i
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
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £437,864 | £463,932 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £424,717 | £421,544 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £436,290 | £373,382 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £347,604 | £323,305 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £270,411 | £251,825 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Banbury Charities
What does Banbury Charities do?
1. To benefit inhabitants of the former Borough of Banbury. 2. To provide and maintain almshouse accommodation. 3. To benefit sick, poor persons by such means as trustees consider appropriate. 4. To assist educational establishments and students less than 25 years of age. 5. To relieve persons who are in need hardship or distress. 6. To benefit persons suffering from illness, accident old age or i
How much income did Banbury Charities report in 2024?
Banbury Charities reported total income of £438k and reported expenditure of £464k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Banbury Charities registered as a charity?
Banbury Charities was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 November 1961 as charity number 201418. It has been registered for 65 years.
Who runs Banbury Charities?
Banbury Charities is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is COLIN GEORGE CLARKE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Banbury Charities operate?
Banbury Charities operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Banbury Charities a registered charity?
Yes — Banbury Charities is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 201418.
Details
Banbury
Oxfordshire
OX16 9AB
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Also Known As
- Bridge Estate - Lady Arrans - Almshouses
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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