St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham
St Cuthbert's Hospice promotes the relief of sickness of persons from Co Durham and NE England suffering from a life-limiting or other illness, provision of care and support to their families & carers, and the advancement of health and education by the promotion and development of knowledge, attitudes and behaviours which enable people to prepare for death and/or live with life-limiting illnesses.
Activities & Mission
St Cuthbert's Hospice promotes the relief of sickness of persons from Co Durham and NE England suffering from a life-limiting or other illness, provision of care and support to their families & carers, and the advancement of health and education by the promotion and development of knowledge, attitudes and behaviours which enable people to prepare for death and/or live with life-limiting illnesses.
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
Higher than 14% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 7% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 6% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £4,786,469 | £4,844,285 | £3,148,692 | £5,078,028 | £1,691,466 | 119 / 300 |
| 2024 | £4,194,324 | £4,669,408 | £2,982,270 | £5,123,169 | £1,291,176 | 120 / 450 |
| 2023 | £4,254,633 | £4,188,853 | £2,678,802 | £5,529,718 | £1,291,176 | 115 / 450 |
| 2022 | £3,346,150 | £3,412,942 | £2,375,645 | £5,508,149 | £1,946,208 | 100 / 300 |
| 2021 | £3,391,320 | £3,343,240 | £2,359,353 | £5,520,462 | £825,895 | 108 / 50 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham
What does St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham do?
St Cuthbert's Hospice promotes the relief of sickness of persons from Co Durham and NE England suffering from a life-limiting or other illness, provision of care and support to their families & carers, and the advancement of health and education by the promotion and development of knowledge, attitudes and behaviours which enable people to prepare for death and/or live with life-limiting illnesses.
How much income did St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham report in 2025?
St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham reported total income of £4.79m and reported expenditure of £4.84m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham?
St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham has a program ratio of 65.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 14% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham registered as a charity?
St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 January 1988 as charity number 519767. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham?
St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANGELA LAMB. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham operate?
St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham operates in Durham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham a registered charity?
Yes — St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 519767.
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