Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group
Also known as: Northern Fells Group
The Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group promotes and undertakes charitable activities of any kind for the benefit and welfare of the inhabitants, communities and organisations in the parishes of Ireby with Uldale, Boltons, Westward, Sebergham, Caldbeck, Castle Sowerby and Mungrisdale in Cumbria
Activities & Mission
The Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group promotes and undertakes charitable activities of any kind for the benefit and welfare of the inhabitants, communities and organisations in the parishes of Ireby with Uldale, Boltons, Westward, Sebergham, Caldbeck, Castle Sowerby and Mungrisdale in Cumbria
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
Higher than 7% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 833). How is this calculated?
Higher than 43% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 45% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £632,328 | £191,073 | £186,219 | £531,180 | £531,180 | 8 / 60 |
| 2024 | £143,252 | £183,810 | 0 / 120 | |||
| 2023 | £186,984 | £144,873 | 0 / 120 | |||
| 2022 | £149,197 | £136,303 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2021 | £125,578 | £131,954 | 0 / 278 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group
What does Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group do?
The Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group promotes and undertakes charitable activities of any kind for the benefit and welfare of the inhabitants, communities and organisations in the parishes of Ireby with Uldale, Boltons, Westward, Sebergham, Caldbeck, Castle Sowerby and Mungrisdale in Cumbria
How much income did Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group report in 2025?
Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group reported total income of £632k and reported expenditure of £191k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group?
Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group has a program ratio of 29.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 7% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 833 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group registered as a charity?
Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 September 2002 as charity number 1093814. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group?
Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is PETER GEOFFREY HINE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group operate?
Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group a registered charity?
Yes — Northern Fells Rural Community Development Group is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1093814.
Details
Hesket Newmarket
WIGTON
Cumbria
CA7 8HR
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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