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Blackburn And District Blind Society

Also known as: Blackburn and Darwen Society for the Blind

To provide welfare services to the blind and partially sighted within the local government districts of Blackburn with Darwen, Hyndburn and Ribble Valley.

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Activities & Mission

To provide welfare services to the blind and partially sighted within the local government districts of Blackburn with Darwen, Hyndburn and Ribble Valley.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£26,526
Latest Expenditure
£43,805

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 165.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 165.1%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£26,526
£43,8050 / 25
2024
£14,338
£43,7680 / 25
2023
£16,901
£44,5740 / 25
2022
£16,315
£42,7820 / 21
2021
£75,697
£40,7760 / 22

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Frequently asked questions about Blackburn And District Blind Society

What does Blackburn And District Blind Society do?

To provide welfare services to the blind and partially sighted within the local government districts of Blackburn with Darwen, Hyndburn and Ribble Valley.

How much income did Blackburn And District Blind Society report in 2025?

Blackburn And District Blind Society reported total income of £27k and reported expenditure of £44k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Blackburn And District Blind Society registered as a charity?

Blackburn And District Blind Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 February 1988 as charity number 519938. It has been registered for 38 years.

Who runs Blackburn And District Blind Society?

Blackburn And District Blind Society is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Alan Holderness. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Blackburn And District Blind Society operate?

Blackburn And District Blind Society operates across 2 areas: Blackburn With Darwen and Lancashire.

Is Blackburn And District Blind Society a registered charity?

Yes — Blackburn And District Blind Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 519938.

Details

Address
Suite 4 - Unit A
NJK House
Wilkinson Way
Haslingden Road
Blackburn
BB1 2EE
Registration Date
29 February 1988
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
519938
Charity Number
519938

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Trustees

Alan Holderness Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Hilary Slaven
John Leigh
WILLIAM LEONARD FERGUSON
Also governs 1 other charity

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Blackburn and Darwen Society for the Blind

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