Besson Street Trust
Also known as: The New Cross Gate Trust
Besson Street Trust promotes the regeneration of New Cross Gate (Lewisham), working to support local people to lead happy, healthy and fulfilled lives. We deliver services primarily focussed around education and employment, but also tackling health, environment and crime. We work with other local organisations to support them in delivering services through a community development approach.
Activities & Mission
Besson Street Trust promotes the regeneration of New Cross Gate (Lewisham), working to support local people to lead happy, healthy and fulfilled lives. We deliver services primarily focussed around education and employment, but also tackling health, environment and crime. We work with other local organisations to support them in delivering services through a community development approach.
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £327,745 | £316,895 | 0 / 57 | |||
| 2024 | £346,888 | £343,773 | 0 / 21 | |||
| 2023 | £328,429 | £340,658 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £305,564 | £358,953 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2021 | £400,018 | £435,503 | 0 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Besson Street Trust
What does Besson Street Trust do?
Besson Street Trust promotes the regeneration of New Cross Gate (Lewisham), working to support local people to lead happy, healthy and fulfilled lives. We deliver services primarily focussed around education and employment, but also tackling health, environment and crime. We work with other local organisations to support them in delivering services through a community development approach.
How much income did Besson Street Trust report in 2025?
Besson Street Trust reported total income of £328k and reported expenditure of £317k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Besson Street Trust registered as a charity?
Besson Street Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 February 2007 as charity number 1118010. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs Besson Street Trust?
Besson Street Trust is governed by a board of 13 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Besson Street Trust operate?
Besson Street Trust operates in Lewisham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Besson Street Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Besson Street Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1118010.
Details
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The New Cross Gate Trust
- Besson Street Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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