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Dig In

To promote and protect the mental health and wellbeing of current and ex Military Personnel, current and former emergency service personnel and prisoners and ex offenders from the effects of trauma related conditions. Providing meaningful distraction therapies and activities within our garden and workshop and in the local community. Championing social inclusion for all of our service users.

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Activities & Mission

To promote and protect the mental health and wellbeing of current and ex Military Personnel, current and former emergency service personnel and prisoners and ex offenders from the effects of trauma related conditions. Providing meaningful distraction therapies and activities within our garden and workshop and in the local community. Championing social inclusion for all of our service users.

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
£108,919
Latest Expenditure
£109,992

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 101.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 101.0%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£108,919
£109,9920 / 9
2024
£87,921
£105,0550 / 8
2023
£78,446
£115,0820 / 8
2022
£116,193
£122,2730 / 0
2021
£139,855
£80,4970 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Dig In

What does Dig In do?

To promote and protect the mental health and wellbeing of current and ex Military Personnel, current and former emergency service personnel and prisoners and ex offenders from the effects of trauma related conditions. Providing meaningful distraction therapies and activities within our garden and workshop and in the local community. Championing social inclusion for all of our service users.

How much income did Dig In report in 2025?

Dig In reported total income of £109k and reported expenditure of £110k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Dig In registered as a charity?

Dig In was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 May 2018 as charity number 1178322. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs Dig In?

Dig In is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is PETER NEWELL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Dig In operate?

Dig In operates in Lancashire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Dig In a registered charity?

Yes — Dig In is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1178322.

Details

Address
DIG IN
ASHTON PARK WALLED GARDEN
PEDDERS LANE
PRESTON
LANCASHIRE
PR2 1HR
Registration Date
10 May 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5108746
Charity Number
1178322

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Trustees

PETER NEWELL Chair
Claire Wood
GILLIAN BENNETT
Linda Waring
Mark Robert Wagstaff
Sandra Jackson

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30 July 2026
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