Big Local Gateshead
- Support for volunteer-ran clubs and projects including a parent and toddler group, community cycle club, pop-up shop, and gardening group.- Seasonal activities programme including low-cost day trips, social events, arts and crafts.- Grants for local people and organisations who want to improve their community.- Provide community space for use by other groups.
Activities & Mission
- Support for volunteer-ran clubs and projects including a parent and toddler group, community cycle club, pop-up shop, and gardening group.- Seasonal activities programme including low-cost day trips, social events, arts and crafts.- Grants for local people and organisations who want to improve their community.- Provide community space for use by other groups.
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.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £148,821 | £103,891 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £30,312 | £1,680 | 0 / 25 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Big Local Gateshead
What does Big Local Gateshead do?
- Support for volunteer-ran clubs and projects including a parent and toddler group, community cycle club, pop-up shop, and gardening group.- Seasonal activities programme including low-cost day trips, social events, arts and crafts.- Grants for local people and organisations who want to improve their community.- Provide community space for use by other groups.
How much income did Big Local Gateshead report in 2025?
Big Local Gateshead reported total income of £149k and reported expenditure of £104k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Big Local Gateshead registered as a charity?
Big Local Gateshead was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 October 2022 as charity number 1200709. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs Big Local Gateshead?
Big Local Gateshead is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lawrence O'Halleron Mr. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Big Local Gateshead operate?
Big Local Gateshead operates in Gateshead, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Big Local Gateshead a registered charity?
Yes — Big Local Gateshead is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1200709.
Details
Rose Street
GATESHEAD
Tyne And Wear
NE8 2LS
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