League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital
Also known as: League of Friends of the Taunton Hospitals
To raise funds and invite and receive contributions by way of subscriptions, donations or otherwise to supplement as the League thinks fit the resources of the hospital service in consultation with Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; to support the hospital by means of voluntary service; to provide facilities for patients and relatives.
Activities & Mission
To raise funds and invite and receive contributions by way of subscriptions, donations or otherwise to supplement as the League thinks fit the resources of the hospital service in consultation with Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; to support the hospital by means of voluntary service; to provide facilities for patients and relatives.
Grants
League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £968,935
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 2% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 385). How is this calculated?
Higher than 3% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 1% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,495,529 | £968,935 | £350,693 | £2,364,641 | £2,285,406 | 6 / 75 |
| 2024 | £627,326 | £2,201,074 | £1,759,590 | £1,838,047 | £1,509,517 | 5 / 70 |
| 2023 | £1,561,836 | £543,964 | £220,399 | £3,411,794 | £1,322,319 | 5 / 50 |
| 2022 | £763,866 | £457,415 | £190,970 | £2,393,922 | £2,121,042 | 5 / 30 |
| 2021 | £913,251 | £695,499 | £449,725 | £2,087,472 | £1,856,326 | 5 / 15 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital
What does League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital do?
To raise funds and invite and receive contributions by way of subscriptions, donations or otherwise to supplement as the League thinks fit the resources of the hospital service in consultation with Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; to support the hospital by means of voluntary service; to provide facilities for patients and relatives.
How much income did League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital report in 2025?
League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital reported total income of £1.50m and reported expenditure of £969k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital?
League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital has a program ratio of 23.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 2% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 385 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital registered as a charity?
League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 February 1967 as charity number 250797. It has been registered for 59 years.
Who runs League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital?
League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is NIGEL KENNETH HANDBURY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital operate?
League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital a registered charity?
Yes — League Of Friends Musgrove Park Hospital is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 250797.
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- League of Friends of the Taunton Hospitals
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated