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Samaritans Of Bury St Edmunds And West Suffolk

To provide people in the Bury St Edmunds and West Suffolk Area,as well as elsewhere,who are experiencing feelings of , despair or distress and who maybe at risk of suicide, with emotional support and to reduce the incidence of suicide, by providing confidential emotional support at any time day or night. Also to promote a better understanding in society of Suicide.

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Activities & Mission

To provide people in the Bury St Edmunds and West Suffolk Area,as well as elsewhere,who are experiencing feelings of , despair or distress and who maybe at risk of suicide, with emotional support and to reduce the incidence of suicide, by providing confidential emotional support at any time day or night. Also to promote a better understanding in society of Suicide.

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

Latest Income
£104,814
Latest Expenditure
£55,095

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 52.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 52.6%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£104,814
£55,0950 / 125
2024
£84,630
£48,6630 / 120
2023
£38,417
£41,3530 / 120
2022
£38,518
£42,4360 / 102
2021
£47,513
£32,4890 / 108

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Frequently asked questions about Samaritans Of Bury St Edmunds And West Suffolk

What does Samaritans Of Bury St Edmunds And West Suffolk do?

To provide people in the Bury St Edmunds and West Suffolk Area,as well as elsewhere,who are experiencing feelings of , despair or distress and who maybe at risk of suicide, with emotional support and to reduce the incidence of suicide, by providing confidential emotional support at any time day or night. Also to promote a better understanding in society of Suicide.

How much income did Samaritans Of Bury St Edmunds And West Suffolk report in 2025?

Samaritans Of Bury St Edmunds And West Suffolk reported total income of £105k and reported expenditure of £55k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Samaritans Of Bury St Edmunds And West Suffolk registered as a charity?

Samaritans Of Bury St Edmunds And West Suffolk was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 August 2017 as charity number 1174114. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Samaritans Of Bury St Edmunds And West Suffolk?

Samaritans Of Bury St Edmunds And West Suffolk is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Samaritans Of Bury St Edmunds And West Suffolk operate?

Samaritans Of Bury St Edmunds And West Suffolk operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Samaritans Of Bury St Edmunds And West Suffolk a registered charity?

Yes — Samaritans Of Bury St Edmunds And West Suffolk is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1174114.

Details

Address
5 NORTHGATE STREET BUSINESS PARK
NORTHGATE STREET
BURY ST. EDMUNDS
Suffolk
IP33 1HP
Registration Date
3 August 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5107061
Charity Number
1174114

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Trustees

Claire Hesketh Couche
Douglas Atter
Hilary Gurner
Isabella Suzanne Green
Letitia Nicoll
Miranda Felicity Martin
Also governs 2 other charities
Robert Victor Matthews
Also governs 1 other charity
Sheila Black
Simon William de Laat

Sectors & Classifications

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