Berkshire County Blind Society
Also known as: Bcbs, Berkshire Vision
Provision of information, advice, guidance, support services, leisure, social and sports activities for visually impaired people in Berkshire
Activities & Mission
Provision of information, advice, guidance, support services, leisure, social and sports activities for visually impaired people in Berkshire
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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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
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 these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2025 — Reading Association for the Blind (organisation 3036143)
- Asset transfer in in 2012 — The Berkshire County Blind Society (organisation 202351)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £634,419 | £813,889 | £753,235 | £2,721,517 | £0 | 29 / 348 |
| 2025 | £677,899 | £836,230 | £782,496 | £2,894,642 | £0 | 29 / 439 |
| 2024 | £1,425,136 | £760,482 | £719,659 | £3,093,161 | £0 | 36 / 418 |
| 2023 | £499,236 | £655,623 | 0 / 297 | |||
| 2022 | £424,049 | £607,324 | 0 / 328 |
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Frequently asked questions about Berkshire County Blind Society
What does Berkshire County Blind Society do?
Provision of information, advice, guidance, support services, leisure, social and sports activities for visually impaired people in Berkshire
How much income did Berkshire County Blind Society report in 2026?
Berkshire County Blind Society reported total income of £634k and reported expenditure of £814k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Berkshire County Blind Society registered as a charity?
Berkshire County Blind Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 March 2012 as charity number 1146413. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Berkshire County Blind Society?
Berkshire County Blind Society is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Berkshire County Blind Society operate?
Berkshire County Blind Society operates across 6 areas, including Bracknell Forest, Reading, Slough and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Berkshire County Blind Society a registered charity?
Yes — Berkshire County Blind Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1146413.
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Also Known As
- Bcbs
- Berkshire Vision
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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- How metrics are calculated