Somersham Community Library (fosl)
Also known as: Fosl
We provide a community library and information centre for the village of Somersham and its environs. Library users are able to access other libraries in Cambridgeshire and use our facilities in the same way as a county-run library. We have a stock of about 7,000 books for children of all ages and adults. Our library and information centre is staffed by volunteers, there are no paid staff.
Activities & Mission
We provide a community library and information centre for the village of Somersham and its environs. Library users are able to access other libraries in Cambridgeshire and use our facilities in the same way as a county-run library. We have a stock of about 7,000 books for children of all ages and adults. Our library and information centre is staffed by volunteers, there are no paid staff.
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
Financial Efficiency
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2021.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | £12,642 | £3,743 | 0 / 41 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Somersham Community Library (fosl)
What does Somersham Community Library (fosl) do?
We provide a community library and information centre for the village of Somersham and its environs. Library users are able to access other libraries in Cambridgeshire and use our facilities in the same way as a county-run library. We have a stock of about 7,000 books for children of all ages and adults. Our library and information centre is staffed by volunteers, there are no paid staff.
How much income did Somersham Community Library (fosl) report in 2021?
Somersham Community Library (fosl) reported total income of £13k and reported expenditure of £4k for the financial year ending 2021, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Somersham Community Library (fosl) registered as a charity?
Somersham Community Library (fosl) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 September 2012 as charity number 1149100. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Somersham Community Library (fosl)?
Somersham Community Library (fosl) is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is John Barrott. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Somersham Community Library (fosl) operate?
Somersham Community Library (fosl) operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Somersham Community Library (fosl) a registered charity?
Yes — Somersham Community Library (fosl) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1149100.
Details
Church Street
Somersham
HUNTINGDON
Cambridgeshire
PE28 3EG
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