the barlow institute

The charity supports the general public. The Barlow Institute is a registered charity whose purpose is amateur sport. It delivers its work by providing buildings, facilities, or open space. The charity is based in Bolton and operates in Blackburn With Darwen, Bolton, and Bury.

This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.

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Activities & Mission

To improve the conditions of life of the inhabitants of the North Turton area without distinction of political, religious or other opinions, by the provision and maintenance of :- a) A village hall for use by the inhabitants for meetings, lessons, classes and other forms of recreation and leisure-time occupation.b) Sports and recreation grounds for use by the inhabitants.

Fundraising

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Local Authority

Blackburn With Darwen Bolton Bury

Financial Information

Latest Income

£303,507

Latest Expenditure

£366,952

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 37.9%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 70.5%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 30.9%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £704,471

Charitable Activities £27,155

Other Trading £133,191

Investments £17

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £327,795

Raising Funds £137,423

Governance £6,418

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2024	£303,507	£366,952				0 / 40
2023	£289,068	£408,718				0 / 25
2022	£287,576	£355,131				0 / 23
2021	£864,834	£465,218	£327,795	£897,685	£271,463	11 / 28
2020	£258,130	£277,149				0 / 28