Birmingham Open Spaces Forum
Also known as: Bosf
BOSF provides a support network for friends groups. BOSF also offer opportunities for groups & individuals interested in open spaces to share knowledge and experience. This is in the form of regular information digests, funding advice, networking opportunities and training.
Activities & Mission
BOSF provides a support network for friends groups. BOSF also offer opportunities for groups & individuals interested in open spaces to share knowledge and experience. This is in the form of regular information digests, funding advice, networking opportunities and training.
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2021 — Birmingham Open Spaces Forum (organisation 5016303)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £159,707 | £190,701 | 0 / 1000 | |||
| 2024 | £219,666 | £187,285 | 0 / 650 | |||
| 2023 | £207,946 | £183,932 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £249,164 | £135,843 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £111,859 | £86,085 | 0 / 10 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Birmingham Open Spaces Forum
What does Birmingham Open Spaces Forum do?
BOSF provides a support network for friends groups. BOSF also offer opportunities for groups & individuals interested in open spaces to share knowledge and experience. This is in the form of regular information digests, funding advice, networking opportunities and training.
How much income did Birmingham Open Spaces Forum report in 2025?
Birmingham Open Spaces Forum reported total income of £160k and reported expenditure of £191k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Birmingham Open Spaces Forum registered as a charity?
Birmingham Open Spaces Forum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 November 2016 as charity number 1170171. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Birmingham Open Spaces Forum?
Birmingham Open Spaces Forum is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHRIS BLYTHE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Birmingham Open Spaces Forum operate?
Birmingham Open Spaces Forum operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Birmingham Open Spaces Forum a registered charity?
Yes — Birmingham Open Spaces Forum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1170171.
Details
THE WHITE HOUSE
KINGS HEATH PARK
VICARAGE ROAD
KINGS HEATH
B14 7TQ
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Also Known As
- Bosf
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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