Ringwood And District Community Association
Also known as: Ringwood Community Centre, Greyfriars, Greyfriars Community Centre
Adult education classes including languages, art, craft, yoga, exercise, judo, dancing, lip reading, 20 clubs covering interests such as garden, antiques, travel, bridge, art, philately, disabled, blind, also youth and pre-school. Day schools in music, archaeology, history, astronomy. 100 affiliated organisations many of which meet at Greyfriars, social functions including quizzes, cinema, suppers
Activities & Mission
Adult education classes including languages, art, craft, yoga, exercise, judo, dancing, lip reading, 20 clubs covering interests such as garden, antiques, travel, bridge, art, philately, disabled, blind, also youth and pre-school. Day schools in music, archaeology, history, astronomy. 100 affiliated organisations many of which meet at Greyfriars, social functions including quizzes, cinema, suppers
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.
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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £318,398 | £261,212 | 0 / 105 | |||
| 2023 | £314,895 | £262,055 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2022 | £213,282 | £232,135 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2021 | £200,656 | £169,817 | 0 / 65 | |||
| 2020 | £191,943 | £196,580 | 0 / 60 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Ringwood And District Community Association
What does Ringwood And District Community Association do?
Adult education classes including languages, art, craft, yoga, exercise, judo, dancing, lip reading, 20 clubs covering interests such as garden, antiques, travel, bridge, art, philately, disabled, blind, also youth and pre-school. Day schools in music, archaeology, history, astronomy. 100 affiliated organisations many of which meet at Greyfriars, social functions including quizzes, cinema, suppers
How much income did Ringwood And District Community Association report in 2024?
Ringwood And District Community Association reported total income of £318k and reported expenditure of £261k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Ringwood And District Community Association registered as a charity?
Ringwood And District Community Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 September 1962 as charity number 301929. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Ringwood And District Community Association?
Ringwood And District Community Association is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Patrick Meany. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ringwood And District Community Association operate?
Ringwood And District Community Association operates across 3 areas: Dorset, Hampshire and Wiltshire.
Is Ringwood And District Community Association a registered charity?
Yes — Ringwood And District Community Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 301929.
Details
ASSOCIATION
GREYFRIARS COMMUNITY CENTRE
44 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD
RINGWOOD
BH24 1DW
Registry Information
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Ringwood Community Centre
- Greyfriars
- Greyfriars Community Centre
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- 14 May 2026
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