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Hive

Hive provides information services, resources and network opportunities for voluntary and community sector groups in the Sudbury and District area of Suffolk. It helps new community groups to grow and provides training for trustees, staff and volunteers within local organisations. It now owns a building (a former URC church) which it hires out to local groups.

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Activities & Mission

Hive provides information services, resources and network opportunities for voluntary and community sector groups in the Sudbury and District area of Suffolk. It helps new community groups to grow and provides training for trustees, staff and volunteers within local organisations. It now owns a building (a former URC church) which it hires out to local groups.

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
£31,866
Latest Expenditure
£24,942

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 78.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 78.3%
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
£31,866
£24,9420 / 16
2024
£45,245
£41,9460 / 5
2023
£61,306
£56,5200 / 6
2022
£281,137
£297,2940 / 0
2021
£28,653
£4090 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Hive

What does Hive do?

Hive provides information services, resources and network opportunities for voluntary and community sector groups in the Sudbury and District area of Suffolk. It helps new community groups to grow and provides training for trustees, staff and volunteers within local organisations. It now owns a building (a former URC church) which it hires out to local groups.

How much income did Hive report in 2025?

Hive reported total income of £32k 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 Hive registered as a charity?

Hive was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 February 2016 as charity number 1165566. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Hive?

Hive is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Hive operate?

Hive operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Hive a registered charity?

Yes — Hive is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1165566.

Details

Address
Hive Community Hub
School Street
SUDBURY
Suffolk
CO10 2HA
Registration Date
12 February 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5067613
Charity Number
1165566

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Trustees

Dorothy Mary Slatter
Nesta Lesley Ford-Platt MA
Richard Anthony Platt Mr
ROBIN WILLIAM RYDING HODGKINSON
Also governs 1 other charity

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