Northern Lights
Also known as: Christopher Johnson Fund
The charity provides relief for children with life limiting illnesses principally in the North West of England and is mainly acheived by providing holidays of a lifetime for seriously ill children.
Activities & Mission
The charity provides relief for children with life limiting illnesses principally in the North West of England and is mainly acheived by providing holidays of a lifetime for seriously ill children.
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.
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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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £16,946 | £63,886 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £25,774 | £50,148 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £19,053 | £17,273 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2022 | £11,641 | £1,000 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £10,358 | £1,308 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Northern Lights
What does Northern Lights do?
The charity provides relief for children with life limiting illnesses principally in the North West of England and is mainly acheived by providing holidays of a lifetime for seriously ill children.
How much income did Northern Lights report in 2025?
Northern Lights reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £64k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Northern Lights registered as a charity?
Northern Lights was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 February 1990 as charity number 702462. It has been registered for 36 years.
Who runs Northern Lights?
Northern Lights is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is KAREN JONES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Northern Lights operate?
Northern Lights operates across 10 areas, including Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester, Cumbria and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Northern Lights a registered charity?
Yes — Northern Lights is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 702462.
Details
CHURCH LANE
NESTON
CH64 9UT
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Also Known As
- Christopher Johnson Fund
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- 14 May 2026
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