Poor Lands
Also known as: Hitcham Poors Land Charity the Hitcham Trust, The Hitcham Poor's Land Charity, The Hitcham Trust
For people in need who dwell in the parish of Burnham, referred to us by Social Services. Citizens Advice Bureau, Burnham Health Centre, Schools, etc. We provide furniture, white goods, school uniforms, school trip funding, carer's holidays etc. We support the Burnham Lighthouse Project and Thames Hospice Care. We distribute about 300 christmas parcels at about £20 each.
Activities & Mission
For people in need who dwell in the parish of Burnham, referred to us by Social Services. Citizens Advice Bureau, Burnham Health Centre, Schools, etc. We provide furniture, white goods, school uniforms, school trip funding, carer's holidays etc. We support the Burnham Lighthouse Project and Thames Hospice Care. We distribute about 300 christmas parcels at about £20 each.
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
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 | £10,531 | £10,857 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Poor Lands
What does Poor Lands do?
For people in need who dwell in the parish of Burnham, referred to us by Social Services. Citizens Advice Bureau, Burnham Health Centre, Schools, etc. We provide furniture, white goods, school uniforms, school trip funding, carer's holidays etc. We support the Burnham Lighthouse Project and Thames Hospice Care. We distribute about 300 christmas parcels at about £20 each.
How much income did Poor Lands report in 2025?
Poor Lands reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £11k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Poor Lands registered as a charity?
Poor Lands was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 May 1962 as charity number 203447. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Poor Lands?
Poor Lands is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Terrence John Gamble. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Poor Lands operate?
Poor Lands operates in Buckinghamshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Poor Lands a registered charity?
Yes — Poor Lands is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 203447.
Details
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SLOUGH
SL1 7NG
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Hitcham Poors Land Charity the Hitcham Trust
- The Hitcham Poor's Land Charity
- The Hitcham Trust
Data & trust
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- 14 May 2026
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