New Beginnings Reading
Also known as: New Beginnings Readin
Free All Day Cafe, Community Fridge and Hot Meal Service, serving the most vulnerable in Reading, Berkshire.
Activities & Mission
Free All Day Cafe, Community Fridge and Hot Meal Service, serving the most vulnerable in Reading, Berkshire.
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Financial Information
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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 | £367,028 | £120,018 | 0 / 120 | |||
| 2024 | £130,578 | £119,566 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2023 | £82,245 | £126,537 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2022 | £86,420 | £107,918 | 0 / 75 | |||
| 2021 | £78,375 | £78,839 | 0 / 150 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about New Beginnings Reading
What does New Beginnings Reading do?
Free All Day Cafe, Community Fridge and Hot Meal Service, serving the most vulnerable in Reading, Berkshire.
How much income did New Beginnings Reading report in 2025?
New Beginnings Reading reported total income of £367k and reported expenditure of £120k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was New Beginnings Reading registered as a charity?
New Beginnings Reading was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 May 2017 as charity number 1172967. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs New Beginnings Reading?
New Beginnings Reading is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ian David Lloyd. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does New Beginnings Reading operate?
New Beginnings Reading operates in Reading, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is New Beginnings Reading a registered charity?
Yes — New Beginnings Reading is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1172967.
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Also Known As
- New Beginnings Readin
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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- How metrics are calculated