Friendship Link & Action Group
Also known as: Flag Bedford
FLAG IS SOCIAL GROUP FOR ADULTS WITH PHYSICAL, SENSORY AND LEARNING DISABILITIES. WE HAVE WEEKLY DROP INS, MONTHLY COFFEE AND CAKE AFTERNOONS AND ORGANISE ON AVERAGE SEVEN EVENTS A YEAR, INCLUDING COACH TRIPS AND MEALS OUT.OUR EVENTS ARE SUBSIDISED AND MEMBERS WITH TRANSPORT ISSUES WILL BE PICKED UP BY A VOLUNTEER OR A TAXI WILL BE ARRANGED. MEMBERS CAN CLAIM UP ?20 AN EVENT TOWARDS TAXIS.
Activities & Mission
FLAG IS SOCIAL GROUP FOR ADULTS WITH PHYSICAL, SENSORY AND LEARNING DISABILITIES. WE HAVE WEEKLY DROP INS, MONTHLY COFFEE AND CAKE AFTERNOONS AND ORGANISE ON AVERAGE SEVEN EVENTS A YEAR, INCLUDING COACH TRIPS AND MEALS OUT.OUR EVENTS ARE SUBSIDISED AND MEMBERS WITH TRANSPORT ISSUES WILL BE PICKED UP BY A VOLUNTEER OR A TAXI WILL BE ARRANGED. MEMBERS CAN CLAIM UP ?20 AN EVENT TOWARDS TAXIS.
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.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £12,380 | £10,057 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2024 | £8,462 | £9,631 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2023 | £13,137 | £14,951 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2022 | £3,187 | £1,019 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2021 | £3,187 | £1,019 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Friendship Link & Action Group
What does Friendship Link & Action Group do?
FLAG IS SOCIAL GROUP FOR ADULTS WITH PHYSICAL, SENSORY AND LEARNING DISABILITIES. WE HAVE WEEKLY DROP INS, MONTHLY COFFEE AND CAKE AFTERNOONS AND ORGANISE ON AVERAGE SEVEN EVENTS A YEAR, INCLUDING COACH TRIPS AND MEALS OUT.OUR EVENTS ARE SUBSIDISED AND MEMBERS WITH TRANSPORT ISSUES WILL BE PICKED UP BY A VOLUNTEER OR A TAXI WILL BE ARRANGED. MEMBERS CAN CLAIM UP ?20 AN EVENT TOWARDS TAXIS.
How much income did Friendship Link & Action Group report in 2025?
Friendship Link & Action Group 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 Friendship Link & Action Group registered as a charity?
Friendship Link & Action Group was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 February 2016 as charity number 1165681. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Friendship Link & Action Group?
Friendship Link & Action Group is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is LAURA MICHELLE PEGGS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friendship Link & Action Group operate?
Friendship Link & Action Group operates in Bedford, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friendship Link & Action Group a registered charity?
Yes — Friendship Link & Action Group is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1165681.
Details
63 NEWNHAM AVENUE
BEDFORD
MK41 9QJ
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Also Known As
- Flag Bedford
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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