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Friends Of Lancaster Library

FOLL, Friends of Lancaster Library is a new charity supporting the library and promoting diversity. We deliver free events to engage the local community, offering informal learning for all ages and backgrounds. FOLL runs three cafes, helping deprived and vulnerable groups, including families, young people, and underrepresented communities, fostering connection and accessibility for all.

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Activities & Mission

FOLL, Friends of Lancaster Library is a new charity supporting the library and promoting diversity. We deliver free events to engage the local community, offering informal learning for all ages and backgrounds. FOLL runs three cafes, helping deprived and vulnerable groups, including families, young people, and underrepresented communities, fostering connection and accessibility for all.

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
£30,164
Latest Expenditure
£21,981

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 72.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 72.9%
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
£30,164
£21,9810 / 14

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Lancaster Library

What does Friends Of Lancaster Library do?

FOLL, Friends of Lancaster Library is a new charity supporting the library and promoting diversity. We deliver free events to engage the local community, offering informal learning for all ages and backgrounds. FOLL runs three cafes, helping deprived and vulnerable groups, including families, young people, and underrepresented communities, fostering connection and accessibility for all.

How much income did Friends Of Lancaster Library report in 2025?

Friends Of Lancaster Library reported total income of £30k and reported expenditure of £22k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Friends Of Lancaster Library registered as a charity?

Friends Of Lancaster Library was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 June 2024 as charity number 1208883. It has been registered for 2 years.

Who runs Friends Of Lancaster Library?

Friends Of Lancaster Library is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Friends Of Lancaster Library operate?

Friends Of Lancaster Library operates in Lancashire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Friends Of Lancaster Library a registered charity?

Yes — Friends Of Lancaster Library is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1208883.

Details

Address
LANCASTER CENTRAL LIBRARY
MARKET SQUARE
LANCASTER
LANCASHIRE
LA1 1HY
Registration Date
28 June 2024
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5237210
Charity Number
1208883

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Trustees

CATHRYN ELIZABETH MORTON
Richard Frank Kenworthy PGCE FCMA
Wendy Linda Haslam B.A.

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