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The Besom In Taunton

The Besom in Taunton is a charity which helps Christians go out and serve their community. It provides links between social agencies and churches, so that those who are in need can be reached by those who feel called to serve.

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Activities & Mission

The Besom in Taunton is a charity which helps Christians go out and serve their community. It provides links between social agencies and churches, so that those who are in need can be reached by those who feel called to serve.

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
£36,984
Latest Expenditure
£28,339

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 76.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 76.6%
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
£36,984
£28,3390 / 35
2024
£33,199
£34,3050 / 30
2023
£38,842
£36,9550 / 35
2022
£28,589
£27,3060 / 35
2021
£33,008
£31,3610 / 35

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Frequently asked questions about The Besom In Taunton

What does The Besom In Taunton do?

The Besom in Taunton is a charity which helps Christians go out and serve their community. It provides links between social agencies and churches, so that those who are in need can be reached by those who feel called to serve.

How much income did The Besom In Taunton report in 2025?

The Besom In Taunton reported total income of £37k and reported expenditure of £28k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Besom In Taunton registered as a charity?

The Besom In Taunton was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 June 2013 as charity number 1152511. It has been registered for 13 years.

Who runs The Besom In Taunton?

The Besom In Taunton is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Besom In Taunton operate?

The Besom In Taunton operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Besom In Taunton a registered charity?

Yes — The Besom In Taunton is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152511.

Details

Address
C/O St James Church
St James Street
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 3ED
Registration Date
20 June 2013
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5037428
Charity Number
1152511

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Trustees

Andrew Edwards
Elaine Fenton
Also governs 1 other charity
Martin Sumpter

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