Mary Wandesford's Charity
Also known as: The Old Maids Hospital (or Mary Wandesford'S) Charity, Wandesford Trust
The Charity is responsible for running an almshouse for 12 single women in York who are over 50 and in emotional, physical or financial distress
Activities & Mission
The Charity is responsible for running an almshouse for 12 single women in York who are over 50 and in emotional, physical or financial distress
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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £93,316 | £129,865 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £72,616 | £90,623 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £61,895 | £53,980 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £71,431 | £71,483 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2020 | £69,489 | £83,061 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Mary Wandesford's Charity
What does Mary Wandesford's Charity do?
The Charity is responsible for running an almshouse for 12 single women in York who are over 50 and in emotional, physical or financial distress
How much income did Mary Wandesford's Charity report in 2024?
Mary Wandesford's Charity reported total income of £93k and reported expenditure of £130k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Mary Wandesford's Charity registered as a charity?
Mary Wandesford's Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 February 1967 as charity number 251379. It has been registered for 59 years.
Who runs Mary Wandesford's Charity?
Mary Wandesford's Charity is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is John Judge. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Mary Wandesford's Charity operate?
Mary Wandesford's Charity operates in City Of York, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Mary Wandesford's Charity a registered charity?
Yes — Mary Wandesford's Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 251379.
Details
1 Bootham
YORK
YO30 7BN
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Also Known As
- The Old Maids Hospital (or Mary Wandesford'S) Charity
- Wandesford Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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