Reading Almshouse Charity
The provision of housing accommodation to those in need who have resided within twenty miles of St Mary's Church, St Mary's Butts, Reading for not less than three years preceding the time of appointment as a resident.
Activities & Mission
The provision of housing accommodation to those in need who have resided within twenty miles of St Mary's Church, St Mary's Butts, Reading for not less than three years preceding the time of appointment as a resident.
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
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £992,158 | £887,012 | £882,227 | £7,908,670 | £1,231,834 | 4 / 1 |
| 2024 | £936,772 | £834,778 | £830,018 | £7,799,024 | £1,099,272 | 4 / 0 |
| 2023 | £882,306 | £878,056 | £878,056 | £7,697,030 | £938,223 | 3 / 0 |
| 2022 | £798,081 | £707,970 | £707,970 | £7,692,780 | £882,937 | 3 / 0 |
| 2021 | £759,860 | £660,796 | £660,726 | £7,627,669 | £1,169,906 | 3 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Reading Almshouse Charity
What does Reading Almshouse Charity do?
The provision of housing accommodation to those in need who have resided within twenty miles of St Mary's Church, St Mary's Butts, Reading for not less than three years preceding the time of appointment as a resident.
How much income did Reading Almshouse Charity report in 2025?
Reading Almshouse Charity reported total income of £992k and reported expenditure of £887k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Reading Almshouse Charity registered as a charity?
Reading Almshouse Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 July 2013 as charity number 1152759. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Reading Almshouse Charity?
Reading Almshouse Charity is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jean Linda Thomas. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Reading Almshouse Charity operate?
Reading Almshouse Charity operates across 3 areas: Reading, West Berkshire and Wokingham.
Is Reading Almshouse Charity a registered charity?
Yes — Reading Almshouse Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152759.
Details
58 LONGSHIPS WAY
KENNET ISLAND
READING
RG2 0GP
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