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The Autumn Centre

Also known as: Family Support - Brightlingsea, Family Support Brightlingsea T/a the Autumn Centre

We serve the administrative area of Brightlingsea and the parish areas of Alresford, Frating, Great Bentley and Thorrington with the objective of relieving either generally or individually, persons resident in these areas who are in need, frail, housebound or in distress by providing services such as lunch clubs, trips out to venues and information.

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Activities & Mission

We serve the administrative area of Brightlingsea and the parish areas of Alresford, Frating, Great Bentley and Thorrington with the objective of relieving either generally or individually, persons resident in these areas who are in need, frail, housebound or in distress by providing services such as lunch clubs, trips out to venues and information.

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

Latest Income
£89,259
Latest Expenditure
£71,849

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 80.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 80.5%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£89,259
£71,8490 / 45
2024
£66,119
£73,5320 / 35
2023
£67,134
£64,5350 / 20
2022
£52,840
£37,4760 / 20
2021
£32,650
£19,8690 / 24

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Autumn Centre

What does The Autumn Centre do?

We serve the administrative area of Brightlingsea and the parish areas of Alresford, Frating, Great Bentley and Thorrington with the objective of relieving either generally or individually, persons resident in these areas who are in need, frail, housebound or in distress by providing services such as lunch clubs, trips out to venues and information.

How much income did The Autumn Centre report in 2025?

The Autumn Centre reported total income of £89k and reported expenditure of £72k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Autumn Centre registered as a charity?

The Autumn Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 December 1997 as charity number 1066579. It has been registered for 29 years.

Who runs The Autumn Centre?

The Autumn Centre is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Cllr Gary Gordon Ian Scott. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Autumn Centre operate?

The Autumn Centre operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Autumn Centre a registered charity?

Yes — The Autumn Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1066579.

Details

Address
The Autumn Centre
1 Osbornes Court
Victoria Place
Brightlingsea
COLCHESTER
CO7 0EB
Registration Date
2 December 1997
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3072650
Charity Number
1066579

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Trustees

Cllr Gary Gordon Ian Scott Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Christopher Wagland
Juliet Bonita English
Pamela Wordingham
Sonia Wright

Also Known As

  • Family Support - Brightlingsea
  • Family Support Brightlingsea T/a the Autumn Centre

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