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Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association)

Also known as: Beat, Eating Disorders Association

Beat exists to end the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders. We:Support people affected by anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder or other eating disorders through helplines, online support and information. Campaign for change to government policy and health service practice to improve the care for and understanding of eating disorders.Educate professionals and the public.

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Activities & Mission

Beat exists to end the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders. We:Support people affected by anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder or other eating disorders through helplines, online support and information. Campaign for change to government policy and health service practice to improve the care for and understanding of eating disorders.Educate professionals and the public.

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
£4,031,229
Latest Expenditure
£3,894,866

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 74.8%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 22% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 433). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 77.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 19% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 23.8%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 15% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £3,282,528
Charitable Activities £736,410
Other Trading £856
Investments £11,435
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £3,014,396
Raising Funds £880,470
Governance £45,400
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

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
£4,031,229
£3,894,866£3,014,396£368,060£084 / 102
2024
£7,651,119
£7,478,414£6,157,771£231,697£0132 / 443
2023
£4,550,512
£6,714,368£5,701,818£58,992£0163 / 480
2022
£4,991,518
£4,543,921£3,542,959£2,433,288£1,457,637104 / 414
2021
£3,415,088
£2,745,418£1,895,195£1,985,691£1,314,83065 / 250

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association)

What does Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association) do?

Beat exists to end the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders. We:Support people affected by anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder or other eating disorders through helplines, online support and information. Campaign for change to government policy and health service practice to improve the care for and understanding of eating disorders.Educate professionals and the public.

How much income did Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association) report in 2025?

Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association) reported total income of £4.03m and reported expenditure of £3.89m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association)?

Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association) has a program ratio of 74.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 22% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 433 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association) registered as a charity?

Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 April 1989 as charity number 801343. It has been registered for 37 years.

Who runs Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association)?

Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association) is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHRISTOPHER JOHN MARTIN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association) operate?

Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association) operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association) a registered charity?

Yes — Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 801343.

Details

Address
Beat (Eating Disorders Association)
1 Chalk Hill House
19 Rosary Road
NORWICH
NR1 1SZ
Registration Date
7 April 1989
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
801343
Charity Number
801343

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Trustees

CHRISTOPHER JOHN MARTIN Chair
Danielle Twitchell
Dr Angela Hind
Dr Selma Stafford
Joanna Lam
Malika Bouazzaoui
Robin Graham Hepburn
Sophia Paris
Stephen Cooke
Stephen Watkins

Sectors & Classifications

Charitable activities Health

Also Known As

  • Beat
  • Eating Disorders Association

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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