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Ore Community Library Group

OCLG, based in Ore, Hastings aims to create greater literacy and numeracy skills, learning and employment opportunities for local residents by operating a community library which will benefit the individuals and the local economy by widening access to quality, focussed resources, including the borrowing of books and access to digital resources, e.g. computers, the Internet, printers and scanners.

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Activities & Mission

OCLG, based in Ore, Hastings aims to create greater literacy and numeracy skills, learning and employment opportunities for local residents by operating a community library which will benefit the individuals and the local economy by widening access to quality, focussed resources, including the borrowing of books and access to digital resources, e.g. computers, the Internet, printers and scanners.

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

Latest Income
£14,490
Latest Expenditure
£6,775

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 46.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 46.8%
Expenditure as % of income

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£14,490
£6,7750 / 24
2024
£10,649
£9,7190 / 25
2023
£7,583
£13,2200 / 24
2022
£12,231
£14,1690 / 26
2021
£3,510
£4,7840 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Ore Community Library Group

What does Ore Community Library Group do?

OCLG, based in Ore, Hastings aims to create greater literacy and numeracy skills, learning and employment opportunities for local residents by operating a community library which will benefit the individuals and the local economy by widening access to quality, focussed resources, including the borrowing of books and access to digital resources, e.g. computers, the Internet, printers and scanners.

How much income did Ore Community Library Group report in 2025?

Ore Community Library Group reported total income of £14k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Ore Community Library Group registered as a charity?

Ore Community Library Group was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 March 2020 as charity number 1188607. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs Ore Community Library Group?

Ore Community Library Group is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Ore Community Library Group operate?

Ore Community Library Group operates in East Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Ore Community Library Group a registered charity?

Yes — Ore Community Library Group is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1188607.

Details

Address
Ore Community Library
Old London Road
HASTINGS
East Sussex
TN35 5BP
Registration Date
18 March 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5153468
Charity Number
1188607

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Trustees

Andrew John Battley
Elizabeth Janet Sargent
Heather Allison Bishop
James Robert Breeds
Also governs 1 other charity

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