Simpsons Almshouses
Provision of 4 single occupancy Almshouses to provide low cost housing for, firstly:Poor people belonging to Christchurch Methodist/URC Church in Hitchin, Secondly,To those worshipping in other Protestant Churches within and around Hitchin, and thirdly,For any poor resident of Hitchin
Activities & Mission
Provision of 4 single occupancy Almshouses to provide low cost housing for, firstly:Poor people belonging to Christchurch Methodist/URC Church in Hitchin, Secondly,To those worshipping in other Protestant Churches within and around Hitchin, and thirdly,For any poor resident of Hitchin
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.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £26,419 | £7,746 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £24,902 | £36,344 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £48,340 | £14,262 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £20,344 | £19,314 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £19,494 | £8,578 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Simpsons Almshouses
What does Simpsons Almshouses do?
Provision of 4 single occupancy Almshouses to provide low cost housing for, firstly:Poor people belonging to Christchurch Methodist/URC Church in Hitchin, Secondly,To those worshipping in other Protestant Churches within and around Hitchin, and thirdly,For any poor resident of Hitchin
How much income did Simpsons Almshouses report in 2024?
Simpsons Almshouses reported total income of £26k and reported expenditure of £8k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Simpsons Almshouses registered as a charity?
Simpsons Almshouses was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1962 as charity number 205950. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Simpsons Almshouses?
Simpsons Almshouses is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROGER PHILIPPE DE STE CROIX. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Simpsons Almshouses operate?
Simpsons Almshouses operates in Hertfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Simpsons Almshouses a registered charity?
Yes — Simpsons Almshouses is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 205950.
Details
HITCHIN
Hertfordshire
SG5 2HX
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