Brightlingsea Community Association
To establish a Community Centre and to maintain and manage this Centre for the activities promoted by the Association.To promote the benefits of the inhabitants of Brightlingsea by associating local authorities, voluntary organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to advance education and provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure time occupation.
Activities & Mission
To establish a Community Centre and to maintain and manage this Centre for the activities promoted by the Association.To promote the benefits of the inhabitants of Brightlingsea by associating local authorities, voluntary organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to advance education and provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure time occupation.
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
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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 | £258,971 | £236,564 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2024 | £226,057 | £230,456 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2023 | £182,901 | £184,313 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2022 | £139,231 | £110,639 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2021 | £129,896 | £120,637 | 0 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about Brightlingsea Community Association
What does Brightlingsea Community Association do?
To establish a Community Centre and to maintain and manage this Centre for the activities promoted by the Association.To promote the benefits of the inhabitants of Brightlingsea by associating local authorities, voluntary organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to advance education and provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure time occupation.
How much income did Brightlingsea Community Association report in 2025?
Brightlingsea Community Association reported total income of £259k and reported expenditure of £237k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Brightlingsea Community Association registered as a charity?
Brightlingsea Community Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 December 1966 as charity number 301265. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs Brightlingsea Community Association?
Brightlingsea Community Association is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Hilary Scott. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Brightlingsea Community Association operate?
Brightlingsea Community Association operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Brightlingsea Community Association a registered charity?
Yes — Brightlingsea Community Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 301265.
Details
LOWER PARK ROAD
BRIGHTLINGSEA
COLCHESTER
CO7 0LG
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