Bournemouth Blind Society
Also known as: Bournemouth Society for the Visually Impaired
Bournemouth Blind Society operates a Sight & Hearing Resource Centre; Community Support; Befriending Service; Emotional Support; Sight Awareness Training and provides activities for blind and partially sighted people from its centre in Moordown, Bournemouth. The Society also actively works with the hard of hearing. It promotes independent living and encourages members to remain in their own homes.
Activities & Mission
Bournemouth Blind Society operates a Sight & Hearing Resource Centre; Community Support; Befriending Service; Emotional Support; Sight Awareness Training and provides activities for blind and partially sighted people from its centre in Moordown, Bournemouth. The Society also actively works with the hard of hearing. It promotes independent living and encourages members to remain in their own homes.
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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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 | £141,288 | £203,013 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2024 | £134,834 | £190,731 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2023 | £219,893 | £188,114 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2022 | £180,366 | £163,478 | 0 / 24 | |||
| 2021 | £176,052 | £163,554 | 0 / 40 |
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Frequently asked questions about Bournemouth Blind Society
What does Bournemouth Blind Society do?
Bournemouth Blind Society operates a Sight & Hearing Resource Centre; Community Support; Befriending Service; Emotional Support; Sight Awareness Training and provides activities for blind and partially sighted people from its centre in Moordown, Bournemouth. The Society also actively works with the hard of hearing. It promotes independent living and encourages members to remain in their own homes.
How much income did Bournemouth Blind Society report in 2025?
Bournemouth Blind Society reported total income of £141k and reported expenditure of £203k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Bournemouth Blind Society registered as a charity?
Bournemouth Blind Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 June 2006 as charity number 1114570. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs Bournemouth Blind Society?
Bournemouth Blind Society is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Madeleine Avis. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bournemouth Blind Society operate?
Bournemouth Blind Society operates across 4 areas: Bournemouth, Dorset, Hampshire and Poole.
Is Bournemouth Blind Society a registered charity?
Yes — Bournemouth Blind Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1114570.
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