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the barnes institute

The charity supports children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies, and the general public. The Barnes Institute is a registered charity whose purpose is general charitable purposes. It delivers its work by providing buildings, facilities, or open space. The charity is based in Sunderland and operates in South Tyneside and Sunderland.


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

The Barnes Institute is a substantial community building which has provided premises since 1905 for social, educational, cultural, creative, health, well-being and fitness activities in the village of Whitburn and surrounding areas between South Shields and Sunderland in the north east of England. A rigorous policy of equality and inclusion for all age groups is complied with at all times.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£31,686
Latest Expenditure
£15,232

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 48.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 48.1%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025£31,686£15,2320 / 15
2024£34,351£49,7110 / 20
2023£30,740£38,1550 / 20
2022£46,800£26,9370 / 20
2021£62,666£50,5820 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers