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Forest Sensory Services

Also known as: Fss

Reduce the impact of sensory impairment by assessing needs and providing access and information on sensory aids, equipment, activities and training. We provide:Education to facilitate independent living;Self help, social contact and mutual support;One-to-one sensory assessments and supply of equipment;Activities and training

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Activities & Mission

Reduce the impact of sensory impairment by assessing needs and providing access and information on sensory aids, equipment, activities and training. We provide:Education to facilitate independent living;Self help, social contact and mutual support;One-to-one sensory assessments and supply of equipment;Activities and training

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
£95,504
Latest Expenditure
£80,112

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 83.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 83.9%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£95,504
£80,1120 / 8
2024
£83,277
£75,4290 / 10
2023
£92,082
£102,5200 / 25
2022
£66,406
£70,8040 / 30
2021
£80,263
£47,6710 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Forest Sensory Services

What does Forest Sensory Services do?

Reduce the impact of sensory impairment by assessing needs and providing access and information on sensory aids, equipment, activities and training. We provide:Education to facilitate independent living;Self help, social contact and mutual support;One-to-one sensory assessments and supply of equipment;Activities and training

How much income did Forest Sensory Services report in 2025?

Forest Sensory Services reported total income of £96k and reported expenditure of £80k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Forest Sensory Services registered as a charity?

Forest Sensory Services was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 June 2011 as charity number 1142207. It has been registered for 15 years.

Who runs Forest Sensory Services?

Forest Sensory Services is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAVID JOHN ADAMS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Forest Sensory Services operate?

Forest Sensory Services operates in Gloucestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Forest Sensory Services a registered charity?

Yes — Forest Sensory Services is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1142207.

Details

Address
Forest Sensory Services
Forge Centre
Valley Road
CINDERFORD
Gloucestershire
GL14 2LJ
Registration Date
2 June 2011
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5016466
Charity Number
1142207

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Trustees

DAVID JOHN ADAMS Chair
Darryl James Annis
David Warner
Gillian Ann Higgs
James Spiers

Also Known As

  • Fss

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