Refurnish Devon
Also known as: Refurnish
Refurnish collects unwanted reusable household goods throughout Devon, Plymouth & Torbay to reduce the amount of goods going to waste & help alleviate poverty by providing them at low cost to local people. Electrical goods are professionally tested/repaired. We create employment, training and volunteering opportunities particularly for people who are long term unemployed and/or have support needs.
Activities & Mission
Refurnish collects unwanted reusable household goods throughout Devon, Plymouth & Torbay to reduce the amount of goods going to waste & help alleviate poverty by providing them at low cost to local people. Electrical goods are professionally tested/repaired. We create employment, training and volunteering opportunities particularly for people who are long term unemployed and/or have support needs.
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
Higher than 83% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 520). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 | £1,211,761 | £1,248,596 | £1,248,596 | £321,803 | £321,803 | 47 / 85 |
| 2024 | £1,288,685 | £1,287,620 | £1,287,620 | £358,638 | £358,638 | 45 / 89 |
| 2023 | £1,185,650 | £1,176,289 | £1,176,289 | £357,573 | £357,573 | 44 / 31 |
| 2022 | £1,223,453 | £1,099,611 | £1,099,611 | £348,212 | £348,212 | 36 / 60 |
| 2021 | £686,742 | £623,316 | £620,166 | £224,370 | £224,370 | 32 / 41 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Refurnish Devon
What does Refurnish Devon do?
Refurnish collects unwanted reusable household goods throughout Devon, Plymouth & Torbay to reduce the amount of goods going to waste & help alleviate poverty by providing them at low cost to local people. Electrical goods are professionally tested/repaired. We create employment, training and volunteering opportunities particularly for people who are long term unemployed and/or have support needs.
How much income did Refurnish Devon report in 2025?
Refurnish Devon reported total income of £1.21m and reported expenditure of £1.25m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Refurnish Devon?
Refurnish Devon has a program ratio of 103.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 83% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 520 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Refurnish Devon registered as a charity?
Refurnish Devon was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 May 2009 as charity number 1129455. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs Refurnish Devon?
Refurnish Devon is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Refurnish Devon operate?
Refurnish Devon operates across 4 areas: Cornwall, Devon, Plymouth City and Torbay.
Is Refurnish Devon a registered charity?
Yes — Refurnish Devon is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1129455.
Details
2A WRANGATON BUSINESS PARK
WRANGATON
DEVON
TQ10 9GQ
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- 14 May 2026
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