Samphire
Also known as: The Dover Detainee Visitor Group, Dover Detainee Visitors Group, Visitor Group
To relieve the poverty and distress of former detainees by providing basic amenities, information and support, which will enable them to participate in the wider community.
Activities & Mission
To relieve the poverty and distress of former detainees by providing basic amenities, information and support, which will enable them to participate in the wider community.
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.
Country
Region
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £299,937 | £321,665 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2024 | £308,529 | £325,950 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2023 | £303,586 | £253,165 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2022 | £170,565 | £169,558 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2021 | £205,501 | £166,865 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Samphire
What does Samphire do?
To relieve the poverty and distress of former detainees by providing basic amenities, information and support, which will enable them to participate in the wider community.
How much income did Samphire report in 2025?
Samphire reported total income of £300k and reported expenditure of £322k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Samphire registered as a charity?
Samphire was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 November 2004 as charity number 1106667. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs Samphire?
Samphire is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Caroline Louise Howden. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Samphire operate?
Samphire operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Samphire a registered charity?
Yes — Samphire is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1106667.
Details
Unit 5
North Court,Armstrong Road
MAIDSTONE
Kent
ME15 6JZ
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Also governs 2 other charities
Also Known As
- The Dover Detainee Visitor Group
- Dover Detainee Visitors Group
- Samphire
- Visitor Group
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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