Sir Edward Hext's Almshouses
Accommodation for elderly people on a limited income with a housing need who live within, or have a connection with, the local parish.
Activities & Mission
Accommodation for elderly people on a limited income with a housing need who live within, or have a connection with, the local parish.
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £23,677 | £25,080 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £22,667 | £22,647 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £22,667 | £22,647 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £21,635 | £23,567 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £19,814 | £26,333 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Sir Edward Hext's Almshouses
What does Sir Edward Hext's Almshouses do?
Accommodation for elderly people on a limited income with a housing need who live within, or have a connection with, the local parish.
How much income did Sir Edward Hext's Almshouses report in 2025?
Sir Edward Hext's Almshouses reported total income of £24k and reported expenditure of £25k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Sir Edward Hext's Almshouses registered as a charity?
Sir Edward Hext's Almshouses was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 March 1962 as charity number 204363. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Sir Edward Hext's Almshouses?
Sir Edward Hext's Almshouses is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is MARTYN GEOFFREY SMITH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sir Edward Hext's Almshouses operate?
Sir Edward Hext's Almshouses operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Sir Edward Hext's Almshouses a registered charity?
Yes — Sir Edward Hext's Almshouses is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 204363.
Details
Sutton Road
SOMERTON
Somerset
TA11 6QL
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