Hospital Radio Bedside

Hospital Radio Bedside is an Ofcom-licensed community radio station, broadcasting under the name of Dorset Coast Radio. It provides accessible, inclusive and responsive radio broadcasting services to entertain the local community in and around Dorset. They provide content to inform, educate, and empower individuals and communities on matters relating to their health and well-being.

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Activities & Mission

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

Dorset

Financial Information

Latest Income

£12,103

Latest Expenditure

£11,966

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 98.9%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 98.9%

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 2024.

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 Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2024	£12,103	£11,966	0 / 50
2023	£20,763	£18,925	0 / 54
2022	£8,149	£15,103	0 / 80
2021	£6,958	£13,959	0 / 52

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Hospital Radio Bedside

What does Hospital Radio Bedside do?

How much income did Hospital Radio Bedside report in 2024?

Hospital Radio Bedside reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £12k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Hospital Radio Bedside registered as a charity?

Hospital Radio Bedside was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 July 2020 as charity number 1190210. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs Hospital Radio Bedside?

Hospital Radio Bedside 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 Hospital Radio Bedside operate?

Hospital Radio Bedside operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Hospital Radio Bedside a registered charity?

Yes — Hospital Radio Bedside is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1190210.