Octopus Community Network
Octopus is a collaboration of community centres working together to develop and deliver innovative community-led health and well-being activities, informal and non-formal learning projects, growing and bio-diversity projects, skills and back to work programmes. In working together we achieve greater synergy avoiding unnecessary duplication, and maximum resource utilization.
Activities & Mission
Octopus is a collaboration of community centres working together to develop and deliver innovative community-led health and well-being activities, informal and non-formal learning projects, growing and bio-diversity projects, skills and back to work programmes. In working together we achieve greater synergy avoiding unnecessary duplication, and maximum resource utilization.
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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
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £238,564 | £236,873 | 0 / 47 | |||
| 2024 | £262,539 | £322,509 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £282,030 | £401,815 | 0 / 61 | |||
| 2022 | £436,247 | £408,302 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2021 | £476,937 | £399,165 | 0 / 68 |
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Frequently asked questions about Octopus Community Network
What does Octopus Community Network do?
Octopus is a collaboration of community centres working together to develop and deliver innovative community-led health and well-being activities, informal and non-formal learning projects, growing and bio-diversity projects, skills and back to work programmes. In working together we achieve greater synergy avoiding unnecessary duplication, and maximum resource utilization.
How much income did Octopus Community Network report in 2025?
Octopus Community Network reported total income of £239k and reported expenditure of £237k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Octopus Community Network registered as a charity?
Octopus Community Network was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 March 2009 as charity number 1128394. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs Octopus Community Network?
Octopus Community Network is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Elaine Dawn Cindy Maffrett. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Octopus Community Network operate?
Octopus Community Network operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Octopus Community Network a registered charity?
Yes — Octopus Community Network is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1128394.
Details
129 ST. JOHN'S WAY
LONDON
N19 3RQ
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