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Samaritans Of Lancaster & District

Also known as: Samaritans of Lancaster and District

We offer 24/7 emotional support by telephone, email, webchat and face to face to anyone who is in distress and despair including people who are feeling suicidal. We also do outreach work in schools and prisons and also have partnership with Network Rail.

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Activities & Mission

We offer 24/7 emotional support by telephone, email, webchat and face to face to anyone who is in distress and despair including people who are feeling suicidal. We also do outreach work in schools and prisons and also have partnership with Network Rail.

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
£67,277
Latest Expenditure
£33,367

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 49.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 49.6%
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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2025 — North Lancashire Counselling Service (organisation 5072725)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£67,277
£33,3670 / 120
2024
£33,215
£28,7420 / 100
2023
£27,753
£36,8900 / 80
2022
£46,323
£31,8080 / 100
2021
£54,687
£35,0660 / 80

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Samaritans Of Lancaster & District

What does Samaritans Of Lancaster & District do?

We offer 24/7 emotional support by telephone, email, webchat and face to face to anyone who is in distress and despair including people who are feeling suicidal. We also do outreach work in schools and prisons and also have partnership with Network Rail.

How much income did Samaritans Of Lancaster & District report in 2025?

Samaritans Of Lancaster & District reported total income of £67k and reported expenditure of £33k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Samaritans Of Lancaster & District registered as a charity?

Samaritans Of Lancaster & District was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 July 2017 as charity number 1173652. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Samaritans Of Lancaster & District?

Samaritans Of Lancaster & District is governed by a board of 13 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Samaritans Of Lancaster & District operate?

Samaritans Of Lancaster & District operates across 2 areas: Cumbria and Lancashire.

Is Samaritans Of Lancaster & District a registered charity?

Yes — Samaritans Of Lancaster & District is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1173652.

Details

Address
THE SAMARITANS
21 SUN STREET
LANCASTER
LA1 1EW
Registration Date
3 July 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5105140
Charity Number
1173652

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Trustees

Caroline Yvonne Walsh
Christine Margaret Ingham
Dr Christine Hough
Helen Murfin
Jane Clarke
Joan Guenault
John Joseph McGovern
Julie Elizabeth Parker
June Ellis
Kelvyn Justin Simon James
Also governs 3 other charities
Marian Kathleen Judith Whitwood
Paul Hearne
Tracey Jane Duffy

Also Known As

  • Samaritans of Lancaster and District

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