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.
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
Financial Efficiency
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £67,277 | £33,367 | 0 / 120 | |||
| 2024 | £33,215 | £28,742 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2023 | £27,753 | £36,890 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2022 | £46,323 | £31,808 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2021 | £54,687 | £35,066 | 0 / 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
21 SUN STREET
LANCASTER
LA1 1EW
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Also Known As
- Samaritans of Lancaster and District
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated