Guideposts Trust Limited
Guideposts services are provided in England, mainly in Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire and Gloucestershire, and focus on improving the health and wellbeing of people with learning disabilities and autism, mental health challenges, children and young people, older people including those with dementia and their carers. Delivered via local hubs, community outreach, online and telephone.
Activities & Mission
Guideposts services are provided in England, mainly in Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire and Gloucestershire, and focus on improving the health and wellbeing of people with learning disabilities and autism, mental health challenges, children and young people, older people including those with dementia and their carers. Delivered via local hubs, community outreach, online and telephone.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 33% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 30% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £2,888,052 | £2,677,306 | £2,489,694 | £2,677,505 | £2,231,950 | 85 / 45 |
| 2024 | £2,449,938 | £2,332,051 | £2,121,344 | £2,083,199 | £1,610,641 | 88 / 150 |
| 2023 | £2,490,644 | £2,190,136 | £1,953,627 | £1,965,312 | £200,000 | 86 / 80 |
| 2022 | £1,912,660 | £1,925,329 | £1,674,062 | £1,578,803 | £1,578,803 | 73 / 87 |
| 2021 | £2,519,742 | £2,143,147 | £1,776,899 | £1,411,841 | £1,411,841 | 71 / 250 |
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Frequently asked questions about Guideposts Trust Limited
What does Guideposts Trust Limited do?
Guideposts services are provided in England, mainly in Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire and Gloucestershire, and focus on improving the health and wellbeing of people with learning disabilities and autism, mental health challenges, children and young people, older people including those with dementia and their carers. Delivered via local hubs, community outreach, online and telephone.
How much income did Guideposts Trust Limited report in 2025?
Guideposts Trust Limited reported total income of £2.89m and reported expenditure of £2.68m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Guideposts Trust Limited?
Guideposts Trust Limited has a program ratio of 86.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 33% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Guideposts Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Guideposts Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 January 1977 as charity number 272619. It has been registered for 49 years.
Who runs Guideposts Trust Limited?
Guideposts Trust Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rosemary Diana Billingham. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Guideposts Trust Limited operate?
Guideposts Trust Limited operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Guideposts Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Guideposts Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 272619.
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OX28 4BH
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