Re:source Blackburn
Having acquired the Cotton Exchange building, we have developed our Business Plan to transform it into a hub for the town. We have secured funding to employ an architect to take our plans as far as RIBA stage 3, which are to be submitted in the first quarter of 2023. We have planned a programme of community and heritage events which will run from March 2023 for 12 months.
Activities & Mission
Having acquired the Cotton Exchange building, we have developed our Business Plan to transform it into a hub for the town. We have secured funding to employ an architect to take our plans as far as RIBA stage 3, which are to be submitted in the first quarter of 2023. We have planned a programme of community and heritage events which will run from March 2023 for 12 months.
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.
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Financial Information
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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 | £346,305 | £112,129 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2024 | £254,989 | £206,687 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2023 | £128,611 | £134,289 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £94,016 | £97,602 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2021 | £76,888 | £54,631 | 0 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about Re:source Blackburn
What does Re:source Blackburn do?
Having acquired the Cotton Exchange building, we have developed our Business Plan to transform it into a hub for the town. We have secured funding to employ an architect to take our plans as far as RIBA stage 3, which are to be submitted in the first quarter of 2023. We have planned a programme of community and heritage events which will run from March 2023 for 12 months.
How much income did Re:source Blackburn report in 2025?
Re:source Blackburn reported total income of £346k and reported expenditure of £112k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Re:source Blackburn registered as a charity?
Re:source Blackburn was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 March 2013 as charity number 1151318. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Re:source Blackburn?
Re:source Blackburn is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOHN JAMES MCGREGOR. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Re:source Blackburn operate?
Re:source Blackburn operates in Blackburn With Darwen, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Re:source Blackburn a registered charity?
Yes — Re:source Blackburn is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1151318.
Details
71-73 King William Street
BLACKBURN
BB1 7DT
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