Dowsett Almshouses
Also known as: Charity of Thomas Dowsett, Dowsett Trust
Affordable Almshouse housing for elderly and in need from the Borough of Southend.
Activities & Mission
Affordable Almshouse housing for elderly and in need from the Borough of Southend.
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
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 | £38,663 | £23,325 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £39,780 | £46,810 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £37,812 | £31,691 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £37,646 | £58,737 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £40,644 | £46,375 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Dowsett Almshouses
What does Dowsett Almshouses do?
Affordable Almshouse housing for elderly and in need from the Borough of Southend.
How much income did Dowsett Almshouses report in 2025?
Dowsett Almshouses reported total income of £39k and reported expenditure of £23k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Dowsett Almshouses registered as a charity?
Dowsett Almshouses was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 January 1964 as charity number 220610. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Dowsett Almshouses?
Dowsett Almshouses is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Cllr Nigel Folkard. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Dowsett Almshouses operate?
Dowsett Almshouses operates in Southend-on-sea, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Dowsett Almshouses a registered charity?
Yes — Dowsett Almshouses is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 220610.
Details
LEIGH-ON-SEA
Essex
SS9 3DD
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Charity of Thomas Dowsett
- Dowsett Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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