Barnstaple Almshouses
(1) The provision of housing for persons who are in need, financial hardship or distress;(2) Such exclusively charitable purposes for the benefit of the Beneficiaries or a sufficient section of them as the charity trustees decide;(3) The relief, either generally or individually of persons resident in the Area of benefit who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress, by making grants.
Activities & Mission
(1) The provision of housing for persons who are in need, financial hardship or distress;(2) Such exclusively charitable purposes for the benefit of the Beneficiaries or a sufficient section of them as the charity trustees decide;(3) The relief, either generally or individually of persons resident in the Area of benefit who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress, by making grants.
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.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £225,271 | £249,272 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2024 | £213,331 | £105,444 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £190,440 | £117,458 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £206,383 | £124,556 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £175,483 | £183,505 | 0 / 2 |
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Frequently asked questions about Barnstaple Almshouses
What does Barnstaple Almshouses do?
(1) The provision of housing for persons who are in need, financial hardship or distress;(2) Such exclusively charitable purposes for the benefit of the Beneficiaries or a sufficient section of them as the charity trustees decide;(3) The relief, either generally or individually of persons resident in the Area of benefit who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress, by making grants.
How much income did Barnstaple Almshouses report in 2025?
Barnstaple Almshouses reported total income of £225k and reported expenditure of £249k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Barnstaple Almshouses registered as a charity?
Barnstaple Almshouses was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 November 2019 as charity number 1186225. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Barnstaple Almshouses?
Barnstaple Almshouses is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Alan Rennles. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Barnstaple Almshouses operate?
Barnstaple Almshouses operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Barnstaple Almshouses a registered charity?
Yes — Barnstaple Almshouses is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1186225.
Details
Penrose Square Almshouses
Litchdon Street
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 8NH
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