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Batley And District Mencap

Also known as: Batley and District Society for Mentally Handicapped Children, Batley and District Society for Mentally Handicapped Children and Adults

We have social meetings every Thursday evening at Chickenley Community Centre, Chickenley, Dewsbury from 6pm to 8.30pm and swimming sessions every Tuesday at Batley Baths from 7 - 8pm. We arrange outings and have an annual outing to various places within a suitable travel distance with a meal afterwards. We hold events during the year as well as Xmas parties and Birthday parites.

Activities & Mission

We have social meetings every Thursday evening at Chickenley Community Centre, Chickenley, Dewsbury from 6pm to 8.30pm and swimming sessions every Tuesday at Batley Baths from 7 - 8pm. We arrange outings and have an annual outing to various places within a suitable travel distance with a meal afterwards. We hold events during the year as well as Xmas parties and Birthday parites.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£12,673
Latest Expenditure
£7,211

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 56.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 56.9%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£12,673
£7,2110 / 6
2023
£14,601
£5,1090 / 6

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Batley And District Mencap

What does Batley And District Mencap do?

We have social meetings every Thursday evening at Chickenley Community Centre, Chickenley, Dewsbury from 6pm to 8.30pm and swimming sessions every Tuesday at Batley Baths from 7 - 8pm. We arrange outings and have an annual outing to various places within a suitable travel distance with a meal afterwards. We hold events during the year as well as Xmas parties and Birthday parites.

How much income did Batley And District Mencap report in 2024?

Batley And District Mencap reported total income of £13k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Batley And District Mencap registered as a charity?

Batley And District Mencap was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 January 1967 as charity number 248723. It has been registered for 59 years.

Who runs Batley And District Mencap?

Batley And District Mencap is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Batley And District Mencap operate?

Batley And District Mencap operates across 4 areas: Bradford City, City Of Wakefield, Kirklees and Leeds City.

Is Batley And District Mencap a registered charity?

Yes — Batley And District Mencap is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 248723.

Details

Address
5-7 Regent Street
Barnsley
S70 2EG
Registration Date
12 January 1967
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
248723
Charity Number
248723

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Trustees

Carol Lynch
Dorothy Sheridan
Janet Reece
Mark Newell

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Batley and District Society for Mentally Handicapped Children
  • Batley and District Society for Mentally Handicapped Children and Adults

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