Bengali Cultural Society, Reading
Also known as: Bcs Reading
We organise a series of cultural, art and heritage related programmes that are usually delivered free of charge, on a charitable basis, to all participants and the audience.
Activities & Mission
We organise a series of cultural, art and heritage related programmes that are usually delivered free of charge, on a charitable basis, to all participants and the audience.
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.
Local Authority
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 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2025 — The Parachute Regimental Association Cumbria Branch (organisation 4039529)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £63,780 | £51,942 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £45,667 | £48,066 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £21,293 | £20,465 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2021 | £10,993 | £4,322 | 0 / 23 | |||
| 2020 | £36,043 | £27,525 | 0 / 112 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Bengali Cultural Society, Reading
What does Bengali Cultural Society, Reading do?
We organise a series of cultural, art and heritage related programmes that are usually delivered free of charge, on a charitable basis, to all participants and the audience.
How much income did Bengali Cultural Society, Reading report in 2024?
Bengali Cultural Society, Reading reported total income of £64k and reported expenditure of £52k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Bengali Cultural Society, Reading registered as a charity?
Bengali Cultural Society, Reading was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 May 2015 as charity number 1161671. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Bengali Cultural Society, Reading?
Bengali Cultural Society, Reading is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bengali Cultural Society, Reading operate?
Bengali Cultural Society, Reading operates in Reading, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bengali Cultural Society, Reading a registered charity?
Yes — Bengali Cultural Society, Reading is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1161671.
Details
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READING
RG31 6JP
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Also Known As
- Bcs Reading
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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