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Bishops Lydeard Village Hall And Playing Field

The village hall comprises internally 3 halls, stage, kitchen and toilets, and externally an annexe, a childrens play park, playing field and car park. The internal facilities and annexe are hired to a wide range of regular user groups, and also to individuals and organisations for concerts, meetings, parties and wedding receptions. The external facilities are available to all at no charge.

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Activities & Mission

The village hall comprises internally 3 halls, stage, kitchen and toilets, and externally an annexe, a childrens play park, playing field and car park. The internal facilities and annexe are hired to a wide range of regular user groups, and also to individuals and organisations for concerts, meetings, parties and wedding receptions. The external facilities are available to all at no charge.

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

Latest Income
£62,973
Latest Expenditure
£110,107

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 174.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 174.8%
Expenditure as % of income

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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£62,973
£110,1070 / 5
2023
£74,124
£101,8170 / 5
2022
£57,184
£97,7550 / 5
2021
£173,137
£61,0610 / 5
2020
£58,297
£73,9910 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Bishops Lydeard Village Hall And Playing Field

What does Bishops Lydeard Village Hall And Playing Field do?

The village hall comprises internally 3 halls, stage, kitchen and toilets, and externally an annexe, a childrens play park, playing field and car park. The internal facilities and annexe are hired to a wide range of regular user groups, and also to individuals and organisations for concerts, meetings, parties and wedding receptions. The external facilities are available to all at no charge.

How much income did Bishops Lydeard Village Hall And Playing Field report in 2024?

Bishops Lydeard Village Hall And Playing Field reported total income of £63k and reported expenditure of £110k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Bishops Lydeard Village Hall And Playing Field registered as a charity?

Bishops Lydeard Village Hall And Playing Field was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 February 1986 as charity number 304488. It has been registered for 40 years.

Who runs Bishops Lydeard Village Hall And Playing Field?

Bishops Lydeard Village Hall And Playing Field is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is ALAN BALL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Bishops Lydeard Village Hall And Playing Field operate?

Bishops Lydeard Village Hall And Playing Field operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Bishops Lydeard Village Hall And Playing Field a registered charity?

Yes — Bishops Lydeard Village Hall And Playing Field is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 304488.

Details

Address
THE OLD POST OFFICE
2 GORE SQUARE
BISHOPS LYDEARD
TAUNTON
TA4 3BW
Registration Date
11 February 1986
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
304488
Charity Number
304488

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Trustees

ALAN BALL Chair
ANN PATTEMORE
BOB ELGIN
Claire Donnelly
Claudio Roberto Moises
David Winter
Emma Hayes
Henrietta Anne Stockley
MARION EVENS
MR GREG ALLEN
RICHARD PEACOCKE
ROLAND HENRY ALEXANDER ARMSTRONG
WAYNE BULL

Sectors & Classifications

Data & trust

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14 May 2026
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