Friends Of Lanterns
Also known as: The Winchester Opportunity Group for Handicapped Children, Winchester Opportunity Group for Children with Special Needs
To ensure the advancement of education and care of all pre school children including children with special needs under statutory school age in the area of benefit. Further details are set out in the Friends of Lanterns Constitution.
Activities & Mission
To ensure the advancement of education and care of all pre school children including children with special needs under statutory school age in the area of benefit. Further details are set out in the Friends of Lanterns Constitution.
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 | £12,246 | £9,770 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2022 | £15,818 | £9,211 | 0 / 3 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Lanterns
What does Friends Of Lanterns do?
To ensure the advancement of education and care of all pre school children including children with special needs under statutory school age in the area of benefit. Further details are set out in the Friends of Lanterns Constitution.
How much income did Friends Of Lanterns report in 2025?
Friends Of Lanterns reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £10k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Of Lanterns registered as a charity?
Friends Of Lanterns was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 April 1975 as charity number 269085. It has been registered for 51 years.
Who runs Friends Of Lanterns?
Friends Of Lanterns is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Susan Herdman. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of Lanterns operate?
Friends Of Lanterns operates in Hampshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friends Of Lanterns a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of Lanterns is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 269085.
Details
Bereweeke Road
WINCHESTER
Hampshire
SO22 6AJ
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Also Known As
- The Winchester Opportunity Group for Handicapped Children
- Winchester Opportunity Group for Children with Special Needs
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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