Benefit Advice Shop
The Benefit Advice Shop is an independent, specialist Welfare Rights charity that provides free, impartial, advice, assistance, advocacy and representation on all Welfare Benefits and Social Security Law. People can access our full range of services by telephone, by appointment, open door drop in and through our community outreaches.
Activities & Mission
The Benefit Advice Shop is an independent, specialist Welfare Rights charity that provides free, impartial, advice, assistance, advocacy and representation on all Welfare Benefits and Social Security Law. People can access our full range of services by telephone, by appointment, open door drop in and through our community outreaches.
Grants
Benefit Advice Shop is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £118,202
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- the prevention or relief of poverty
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £130,587 | £118,202 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2024 | £152,718 | £106,327 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2023 | £110,409 | £124,221 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £141,664 | £120,869 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £130,555 | £117,834 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Benefit Advice Shop
What does Benefit Advice Shop do?
The Benefit Advice Shop is an independent, specialist Welfare Rights charity that provides free, impartial, advice, assistance, advocacy and representation on all Welfare Benefits and Social Security Law. People can access our full range of services by telephone, by appointment, open door drop in and through our community outreaches.
How much income did Benefit Advice Shop report in 2025?
Benefit Advice Shop reported total income of £131k and reported expenditure of £118k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Benefit Advice Shop registered as a charity?
Benefit Advice Shop was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 April 2001 as charity number 1086003. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs Benefit Advice Shop?
Benefit Advice Shop is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Benefit Advice Shop operate?
Benefit Advice Shop operates across 3 areas: Conwy, Denbighshire and Flintshire.
Is Benefit Advice Shop a registered charity?
Yes — Benefit Advice Shop is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1086003.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
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