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Guildford Besom

Collection and distribution of donated items including furniture, white goods, household items, clothes, toys & Christmas hampers to local homes in need.Co-ordination of Projects involving groups of volunteers from local Churches helping local people with practical needs such as gardening, decorating, DIY and cleaning.Increasing awareness of the work of the Charity amongst local Churches.

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Activities & Mission

Collection and distribution of donated items including furniture, white goods, household items, clothes, toys & Christmas hampers to local homes in need.Co-ordination of Projects involving groups of volunteers from local Churches helping local people with practical needs such as gardening, decorating, DIY and cleaning.Increasing awareness of the work of the Charity amongst local Churches.

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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
£19,517
Latest Expenditure
£19,144

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 98.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 98.1%
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
£19,517
£19,1440 / 25
2024
£14,388
£19,2570 / 12
2023
£15,550
£20,7280 / 10
2022
£15,635
£18,6560 / 18
2021
£21,560
£16,5000 / 25

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Guildford Besom

What does Guildford Besom do?

Collection and distribution of donated items including furniture, white goods, household items, clothes, toys & Christmas hampers to local homes in need.Co-ordination of Projects involving groups of volunteers from local Churches helping local people with practical needs such as gardening, decorating, DIY and cleaning.Increasing awareness of the work of the Charity amongst local Churches.

How much income did Guildford Besom report in 2025?

Guildford Besom reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £19k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Guildford Besom registered as a charity?

Guildford Besom was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 January 2007 as charity number 1117561. It has been registered for 19 years.

Who runs Guildford Besom?

Guildford Besom is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Kevin Michael Charman. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Guildford Besom operate?

Guildford Besom operates across 2 areas: Hampshire and Surrey.

Is Guildford Besom a registered charity?

Yes — Guildford Besom is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1117561.

Details

Address
69 Sheepfold Road
GUILDFORD
Surrey
GU2 9TU
Registration Date
11 January 2007
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4028697
Charity Number
1117561

Trustees

Kevin Michael Charman Chair
Andrew Robert Lamberth
Deborah Ruth Charman
LEONARD WILLIAM SHEPPARD
Richard Jordan
Rosemary Ruth Sheppard

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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