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Penrith And District Beekeepers Association

Also known as: Pbka - Cumberland Beekeepers Association Penrith Branch

The education of the general public about the value of bees to the environment and the ways in which they can help to reduce their decline. Services include an educational outreach programme to schools and community groups, training for prospective, beginner and experienced beekeepers and a swarm collection service.

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Activities & Mission

The education of the general public about the value of bees to the environment and the ways in which they can help to reduce their decline. Services include an educational outreach programme to schools and community groups, training for prospective, beginner and experienced beekeepers and a swarm collection service.

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
£8,890
Latest Expenditure
£9,382

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 105.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 105.5%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£8,890
£9,3820 / 10
2024
£12,569
£10,9150 / 25
2023
£15,729
£11,0660 / 24
2022
£13,840
£16,5760 / 12
2021
£12,726
£15,4680 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Penrith And District Beekeepers Association

What does Penrith And District Beekeepers Association do?

The education of the general public about the value of bees to the environment and the ways in which they can help to reduce their decline. Services include an educational outreach programme to schools and community groups, training for prospective, beginner and experienced beekeepers and a swarm collection service.

How much income did Penrith And District Beekeepers Association report in 2025?

Penrith And District Beekeepers Association reported total income of £9k and reported expenditure of £9k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Penrith And District Beekeepers Association registered as a charity?

Penrith And District Beekeepers Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 November 2016 as charity number 1170487. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Penrith And District Beekeepers Association?

Penrith And District Beekeepers Association is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr MARGARET RICHES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Penrith And District Beekeepers Association operate?

Penrith And District Beekeepers Association operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Penrith And District Beekeepers Association a registered charity?

Yes — Penrith And District Beekeepers Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1170487.

Details

Address
16 BYRNES CLOSE
PLUMPTON
PENRITH
CA11 9PE
Registration Date
30 November 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5089282
Charity Number
1170487

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Trustees

Dr MARGARET RICHES Chair
Also governs 3 other charities
Dr Davina Noelle Solomon
Dr Ramiz Idriz
Mark Gerrard Dasey
Michael Dennis Ryan
Norman Bradley English
PAT NORRIS
Also governs 1 other charity
RICHARD GRANGE BACKHOUSE

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Pbka - Cumberland Beekeepers Association Penrith Branch

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14 May 2026
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