Bedale Community Library
The charity delivers library and information services for the public benefit as well as additional activities such as the Summer Reading Challenge for children, Story Time sessions for pre-school children, Rhymetime sessions for the same age group, regular IT drop in sessions for all ages and a Home Library Information Service for the delivery of books to the elderly and housebound.
Activities & Mission
The charity delivers library and information services for the public benefit as well as additional activities such as the Summer Reading Challenge for children, Story Time sessions for pre-school children, Rhymetime sessions for the same age group, regular IT drop in sessions for all ages and a Home Library Information Service for the delivery of books to the elderly and housebound.
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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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £39,586 | £14,480 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2025 | £20,710 | £21,547 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2024 | £17,885 | £17,158 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £17,220 | £16,932 | 0 / 32 | |||
| 2022 | £14,286 | £15,675 | 0 / 30 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Bedale Community Library
What does Bedale Community Library do?
The charity delivers library and information services for the public benefit as well as additional activities such as the Summer Reading Challenge for children, Story Time sessions for pre-school children, Rhymetime sessions for the same age group, regular IT drop in sessions for all ages and a Home Library Information Service for the delivery of books to the elderly and housebound.
How much income did Bedale Community Library report in 2026?
Bedale Community Library reported total income of £40k and reported expenditure of £14k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Bedale Community Library registered as a charity?
Bedale Community Library was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 January 2017 as charity number 1171085. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Bedale Community Library?
Bedale Community Library is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jennifer Melanie Jean Barrie. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bedale Community Library operate?
Bedale Community Library operates in North Yorkshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bedale Community Library a registered charity?
Yes — Bedale Community Library is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171085.
Details
Bedale Library
North End
BEDALE
North Yorkshire
DL8 1AA
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