Forest Pulse
Also known as: Forest of Dean Contact a Family, Contact a Family
The charity supports children and young people with disabilities and their families/carers who live in the Forest of Dean area. Support, guidance, information and sign posting are provided for parents/carers. A wide range of out of school social, leisure, sport and recreational activities are provided for children and young people with disabilities, whenever possible in an intergrated setting.
Activities & Mission
The charity supports children and young people with disabilities and their families/carers who live in the Forest of Dean area. Support, guidance, information and sign posting are provided for parents/carers. A wide range of out of school social, leisure, sport and recreational activities are provided for children and young people with disabilities, whenever possible in an intergrated setting.
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 | £314,703 | £256,355 | 0 / 21 | |||
| 2024 | £242,490 | £223,195 | 0 / 18 | |||
| 2023 | £223,075 | £213,940 | 0 / 14 | |||
| 2022 | £150,639 | £149,051 | 0 / 18 | |||
| 2021 | £186,253 | £170,182 | 0 / 17 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Forest Pulse
What does Forest Pulse do?
The charity supports children and young people with disabilities and their families/carers who live in the Forest of Dean area. Support, guidance, information and sign posting are provided for parents/carers. A wide range of out of school social, leisure, sport and recreational activities are provided for children and young people with disabilities, whenever possible in an intergrated setting.
How much income did Forest Pulse report in 2025?
Forest Pulse reported total income of £315k and reported expenditure of £256k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Forest Pulse registered as a charity?
Forest Pulse was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 January 1989 as charity number 900216. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs Forest Pulse?
Forest Pulse is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Forest Pulse operate?
Forest Pulse operates in Gloucestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Forest Pulse a registered charity?
Yes — Forest Pulse is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 900216.
Details
Carlson Suite
Vantage Point Business Village
Mitcheldean
Gloucestershire
GL17 0DD
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Forest of Dean Contact a Family
- Contact a Family
- Forest Pulse
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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