Blood Bikes Cumbria
Also known as: Blood Bikes Cumbria & S.w.scotland, Blood Bikes Cumbria& S.w.scotland
Provides daily out of hours and weekend voluntary free courier service to NHS in north and west Cumbria for collection and delivery of blood ,tissue samples, files and instruments between sites and daily delivery of blood to Great North Air Ambulance at Langwathby. We also have standby cover for emergency urgent courier runs including relay through Cumbria for long distances transfers.
Activities & Mission
Provides daily out of hours and weekend voluntary free courier service to NHS in north and west Cumbria for collection and delivery of blood ,tissue samples, files and instruments between sites and daily delivery of blood to Great North Air Ambulance at Langwathby. We also have standby cover for emergency urgent courier runs including relay through Cumbria for long distances transfers.
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.
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £241,555 | £356,598 | 0 / 154 | |||
| 2024 | £162,976 | £97,481 | 0 / 148 | |||
| 2023 | £93,106 | £86,957 | 0 / 144 | |||
| 2022 | £93,203 | £85,563 | 0 / 136 | |||
| 2021 | £108,061 | £98,925 | 0 / 128 |
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Frequently asked questions about Blood Bikes Cumbria
What does Blood Bikes Cumbria do?
Provides daily out of hours and weekend voluntary free courier service to NHS in north and west Cumbria for collection and delivery of blood ,tissue samples, files and instruments between sites and daily delivery of blood to Great North Air Ambulance at Langwathby. We also have standby cover for emergency urgent courier runs including relay through Cumbria for long distances transfers.
How much income did Blood Bikes Cumbria report in 2025?
Blood Bikes Cumbria reported total income of £242k and reported expenditure of £357k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Blood Bikes Cumbria registered as a charity?
Blood Bikes Cumbria was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 October 2014 as charity number 1159026. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Blood Bikes Cumbria?
Blood Bikes Cumbria is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Graeme Thompson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Blood Bikes Cumbria operate?
Blood Bikes Cumbria operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Blood Bikes Cumbria a registered charity?
Yes — Blood Bikes Cumbria is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1159026.
Details
Port Road Business Park
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CA2 7AF
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Also Known As
- Blood Bikes Cumbria & S.w.scotland
- Blood Bikes Cumbria& S.w.scotland
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- 14 May 2026
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