Building Circles
Building Circles works to transform the lives of people with learning disabilities (LD) are isolated and lonely byDeveloping friendships between volunteers and people with LDHolding regular social eventsProviding hobby workshops and gardening opportunitiesRunning training sessions for people with LD on sexual, financial and online abuseDelivering anti bullying training to school children
Activities & Mission
Building Circles works to transform the lives of people with learning disabilities (LD) are isolated and lonely byDeveloping friendships between volunteers and people with LDHolding regular social eventsProviding hobby workshops and gardening opportunitiesRunning training sessions for people with LD on sexual, financial and online abuseDelivering anti bullying training to school children
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 | £175,095 | £161,930 | 0 / 73 | |||
| 2024 | £127,966 | £162,339 | 0 / 42 | |||
| 2023 | £131,509 | £119,567 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £79,494 | £126,112 | 0 / 51 | |||
| 2021 | £157,891 | £128,258 | 0 / 40 |
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Frequently asked questions about Building Circles
What does Building Circles do?
Building Circles works to transform the lives of people with learning disabilities (LD) are isolated and lonely byDeveloping friendships between volunteers and people with LDHolding regular social eventsProviding hobby workshops and gardening opportunitiesRunning training sessions for people with LD on sexual, financial and online abuseDelivering anti bullying training to school children
How much income did Building Circles report in 2025?
Building Circles reported total income of £175k and reported expenditure of £162k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Building Circles registered as a charity?
Building Circles was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 May 2018 as charity number 1178538. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Building Circles?
Building Circles is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Building Circles operate?
Building Circles operates in Gloucestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Building Circles a registered charity?
Yes — Building Circles is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1178538.
Details
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Bristol Road
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