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Blind Life In Durham

We provide social activities that include social meetings and accessible sports. Other activities include group days out, regular virtual meetings, technology support and mentoring. We also produce a monthly newsletter in various formats. All the venues we use are suitable for disabled access.

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Activities & Mission

We provide social activities that include social meetings and accessible sports. Other activities include group days out, regular virtual meetings, technology support and mentoring. We also produce a monthly newsletter in various formats. All the venues we use are suitable for disabled access.

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
£19,742
Latest Expenditure
£24,344

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 123.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 123.3%
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.

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
2025
£19,742
£24,3440 / 16
2024
£10,517
£24,3490 / 14
2023
£19,427
£27,4120 / 18
2022
£41,037
£25,3730 / 18
2021
£17,844
£18,3390 / 15

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Blind Life In Durham

What does Blind Life In Durham do?

We provide social activities that include social meetings and accessible sports. Other activities include group days out, regular virtual meetings, technology support and mentoring. We also produce a monthly newsletter in various formats. All the venues we use are suitable for disabled access.

How much income did Blind Life In Durham report in 2025?

Blind Life In Durham reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £24k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Blind Life In Durham registered as a charity?

Blind Life In Durham was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 June 2008 as charity number 1124381. It has been registered for 18 years.

Who runs Blind Life In Durham?

Blind Life In Durham is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is MR JAMES WELCH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Blind Life In Durham operate?

Blind Life In Durham operates in Durham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Blind Life In Durham a registered charity?

Yes — Blind Life In Durham is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1124381.

Details

Address
8 BROOKSIDE AVENUE
CROOK
DL15 8LB
Registration Date
7 June 2008
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4039589
Charity Number
1124381

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Trustees

MR JAMES WELCH Chair
Daniel Stewart Beasley
MARGARET WELCH
MR MICHAEL GANDY
Rhona Mary Cross

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30 July 2026
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