Harrold Institute
Also known as: Harrold Centre
The purpose of the committee is to ensure that Centre provides a suitable facility for all local people. Users are Pre School, Dance, Keept Fit, Zumba, Snooker/Youth/Corner Clubs, meeting venue, Parish Council & general hire. We also hold an annual Pit Run in late April which attracts 200 competitors. The Institute (aka Harrold Centre) has been refurbished, reopening in September 2017.
Activities & Mission
The purpose of the committee is to ensure that Centre provides a suitable facility for all local people. Users are Pre School, Dance, Keept Fit, Zumba, Snooker/Youth/Corner Clubs, meeting venue, Parish Council & general hire. We also hold an annual Pit Run in late April which attracts 200 competitors. The Institute (aka Harrold Centre) has been refurbished, reopening in September 2017.
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 | £34,020 | £25,417 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2024 | £52,783 | £65,917 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £45,262 | £38,178 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £28,161 | £33,337 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £37,014 | £18,577 | 0 / 10 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Harrold Institute
What does Harrold Institute do?
The purpose of the committee is to ensure that Centre provides a suitable facility for all local people. Users are Pre School, Dance, Keept Fit, Zumba, Snooker/Youth/Corner Clubs, meeting venue, Parish Council & general hire. We also hold an annual Pit Run in late April which attracts 200 competitors. The Institute (aka Harrold Centre) has been refurbished, reopening in September 2017.
How much income did Harrold Institute report in 2025?
Harrold Institute reported total income of £34k and reported expenditure of £25k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Harrold Institute registered as a charity?
Harrold Institute was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 September 1974 as charity number 268251. It has been registered for 52 years.
Who runs Harrold Institute?
Harrold Institute is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mark Bell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Harrold Institute operate?
Harrold Institute operates in Bedford, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Harrold Institute a registered charity?
Yes — Harrold Institute is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 268251.
Details
HIGH STREET
HARROLD
BEDFORD
MK43 7BH
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Also Known As
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- 30 July 2026
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