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Herts And Essex (ware) Samaritans

We enable persons in East Hertfordshire and West Essex and the surrounding area as well as elsewhere who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those who may be at risk of suicide, to receive confidential emotional support at any time of the day or night in order to improve their emotional health and reduce the incidence of suicide.

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Activities & Mission

We enable persons in East Hertfordshire and West Essex and the surrounding area as well as elsewhere who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those who may be at risk of suicide, to receive confidential emotional support at any time of the day or night in order to improve their emotional health and reduce the incidence of suicide.

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
£120,017
Latest Expenditure
£99,133

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 82.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 82.6%
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.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£120,017
£99,1330 / 168
2024
£52,985
£56,8190 / 140
2023
£41,234
£125,6960 / 159
2022
£130,333
£55,2380 / 170
2021
£99,412
£32,2980 / 140

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Frequently asked questions about Herts And Essex (ware) Samaritans

What does Herts And Essex (ware) Samaritans do?

We enable persons in East Hertfordshire and West Essex and the surrounding area as well as elsewhere who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those who may be at risk of suicide, to receive confidential emotional support at any time of the day or night in order to improve their emotional health and reduce the incidence of suicide.

How much income did Herts And Essex (ware) Samaritans report in 2025?

Herts And Essex (ware) Samaritans reported total income of £120k and reported expenditure of £99k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Herts And Essex (ware) Samaritans registered as a charity?

Herts And Essex (ware) Samaritans was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 July 2017 as charity number 1173717. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Herts And Essex (ware) Samaritans?

Herts And Essex (ware) Samaritans is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Herts And Essex (ware) Samaritans operate?

Herts And Essex (ware) Samaritans operates across 2 areas: Essex and Hertfordshire.

Is Herts And Essex (ware) Samaritans a registered charity?

Yes — Herts And Essex (ware) Samaritans is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1173717.

Details

Address
c/o 1 Cross Street
WARE
SG12 7AH
Registration Date
7 July 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5105486
Charity Number
1173717

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Trustees

Amanda Weeden
Ayesha Camp
Ian Warren Slater
Karen Thomson
Michael Houlihan
Michael Tarpey
Zoe Frances North

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