Solihull Metropolitan Borough Retirement Council
Also known as: Friends in Retirement-Solihull, Friends in Retirement
Recreational activities for members over the age of 50 years; such as Short Mat Bowls, Art/Painting, Dancing, Rambling, Singing for Pleasure, Keep Fit, Tai Chi, Bridge and Whist.
Activities & Mission
Recreational activities for members over the age of 50 years; such as Short Mat Bowls, Art/Painting, Dancing, Rambling, Singing for Pleasure, Keep Fit, Tai Chi, Bridge and Whist.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £48,793 | £46,215 | 0 / 24 | |||
| 2024 | £52,385 | £47,318 | 0 / 18 | |||
| 2023 | £44,545 | £46,995 | 0 / 21 | |||
| 2022 | £33,999 | £42,416 | 0 / 25 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Solihull Metropolitan Borough Retirement Council
What does Solihull Metropolitan Borough Retirement Council do?
Recreational activities for members over the age of 50 years; such as Short Mat Bowls, Art/Painting, Dancing, Rambling, Singing for Pleasure, Keep Fit, Tai Chi, Bridge and Whist.
How much income did Solihull Metropolitan Borough Retirement Council report in 2025?
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Retirement Council reported total income of £49k and reported expenditure of £46k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Solihull Metropolitan Borough Retirement Council registered as a charity?
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Retirement Council was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 June 1978 as charity number 507602. It has been registered for 48 years.
Who runs Solihull Metropolitan Borough Retirement Council?
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Retirement Council is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Solihull Metropolitan Borough Retirement Council operate?
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Retirement Council operates in Solihull, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Solihull Metropolitan Borough Retirement Council a registered charity?
Yes — Solihull Metropolitan Borough Retirement Council is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 507602.
Details
Church Hill North
Redditch
Worcestershire
B98 8RZ
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Also Known As
- Friends in Retirement-Solihull
- Friends in Retirement
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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