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Cosby Community Library

Also known as: Ccl

To provide by any legal means a public library service to the parish of Cosby and the surrounding area. In providing this service we intend to enhance the education and wellbeing of the community by supporting social and educational activities through in-house and bought in services . The library will also be a source for the dissemination of local information.

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Activities & Mission

To provide by any legal means a public library service to the parish of Cosby and the surrounding area. In providing this service we intend to enhance the education and wellbeing of the community by supporting social and educational activities through in-house and bought in services . The library will also be a source for the dissemination of local information.

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
£9,384
Latest Expenditure
£10,310

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 109.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 109.9%
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
£9,384
£10,3100 / 36
2024
£7,715
£23,4570 / 38
2023
£34,806
£21,9610 / 32
2022
£9,056
£10,2040 / 30
2021
£15,091
£3,4960 / 36

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Cosby Community Library

What does Cosby Community Library do?

To provide by any legal means a public library service to the parish of Cosby and the surrounding area. In providing this service we intend to enhance the education and wellbeing of the community by supporting social and educational activities through in-house and bought in services . The library will also be a source for the dissemination of local information.

How much income did Cosby Community Library report in 2025?

Cosby Community Library reported total income of £9k and reported expenditure of £10k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Cosby Community Library registered as a charity?

Cosby Community Library was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 July 2016 as charity number 1168347. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Cosby Community Library?

Cosby Community Library is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Cosby Community Library operate?

Cosby Community Library operates in Leicestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Cosby Community Library a registered charity?

Yes — Cosby Community Library is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1168347.

Details

Address
14 Forrester Close
Cosby
LEICESTER
LE9 1UP
Registration Date
21 July 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5077167
Charity Number
1168347

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Trustees

Helen Margaret Lapidge
Lesley Joan Clarke
Terry Crossley

Also Known As

  • Ccl

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