First Steps New Forest
Also known as: First Steps Playgroup (bransgore), First Steps Pre-School (bransgore), First Steps Pre-School and Family Group (bransgore), The Charity
We work with families and children mainly from an the local settled Gypsy/Traveller community who live in rural isolation. We employ two part time Community Development workers. We advocate on behalf of the community with outside agencies.
Activities & Mission
We work with families and children mainly from an the local settled Gypsy/Traveller community who live in rural isolation. We employ two part time Community Development workers. We advocate on behalf of the community with outside agencies.
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 | £31,240 | £28,990 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2024 | £25,867 | £30,068 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2023 | £20,804 | £26,852 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2022 | £26,632 | £24,568 | 0 / 11 | |||
| 2021 | £32,152 | £23,076 | 0 / 13 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about First Steps New Forest
What does First Steps New Forest do?
We work with families and children mainly from an the local settled Gypsy/Traveller community who live in rural isolation. We employ two part time Community Development workers. We advocate on behalf of the community with outside agencies.
How much income did First Steps New Forest report in 2025?
First Steps New Forest reported total income of £31k and reported expenditure of £29k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was First Steps New Forest registered as a charity?
First Steps New Forest was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 April 1994 as charity number 1037064. It has been registered for 32 years.
Who runs First Steps New Forest?
First Steps New Forest is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Daniel Nutbeam. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does First Steps New Forest operate?
First Steps New Forest operates in Hampshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is First Steps New Forest a registered charity?
Yes — First Steps New Forest is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1037064.
Details
LYNDHURST ROAD
BRANSGORE
CHRISTCHURCH
BH23 8JY
Registry Information
Is this your charity?
Add your logo, photos and tell the story behind the numbers in your own words. Free for our first 50 launch partners.
Claim this listing Learn more about premium profilesOther notable Beneficiary group charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- First Steps Playgroup (bransgore)
- First Steps Pre-School (bransgore)
- First Steps Pre-School and Family Group (bransgore)
- The Charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated