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Blackdown Support Group

The Blackdown Hills is a very rural area on the Devon/Somerset border with poor transport links. We aim to connect people to their communities, alleviate isolation and improve health and wellbeing. We run a community transport scheme, regular social groups, volunteer visiting, bereavement and carer support services, form filling support, toenail cutting, accessible vehicle and wheelchair loan.

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Activities & Mission

The Blackdown Hills is a very rural area on the Devon/Somerset border with poor transport links. We aim to connect people to their communities, alleviate isolation and improve health and wellbeing. We run a community transport scheme, regular social groups, volunteer visiting, bereavement and carer support services, form filling support, toenail cutting, accessible vehicle and wheelchair loan.

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
£108,334
Latest Expenditure
£135,843

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 125.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 125.4%
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
£108,334
£135,8430 / 80

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Blackdown Support Group

What does Blackdown Support Group do?

The Blackdown Hills is a very rural area on the Devon/Somerset border with poor transport links. We aim to connect people to their communities, alleviate isolation and improve health and wellbeing. We run a community transport scheme, regular social groups, volunteer visiting, bereavement and carer support services, form filling support, toenail cutting, accessible vehicle and wheelchair loan.

How much income did Blackdown Support Group report in 2025?

Blackdown Support Group reported total income of £108k and reported expenditure of £136k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Blackdown Support Group registered as a charity?

Blackdown Support Group was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 July 2024 as charity number 1208925. It has been registered for 2 years.

Who runs Blackdown Support Group?

Blackdown Support Group is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Blackdown Support Group operate?

Blackdown Support Group operates across 2 areas: Devon and Somerset.

Is Blackdown Support Group a registered charity?

Yes — Blackdown Support Group is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1208925.

Details

Address
Newland
STATION ROAD
HEMYOCK
CULLOMPTON
EX15 3SE
Registration Date
1 July 2024
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5241410
Charity Number
1208925

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Trustees

Barry Simmonds
Christopher George Roffe-Silvester
Dr David Howard Major
Gillian Nicola Girling
Heather Alice Stallard
Lisa Anne Martin
Mark Roberts
Martin Roger Saxton
Nichola Ann Dowson
Sarah Frances Folland
Also governs 1 other charity
WILLIAM PHILIP MORRIS

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