The Borrowdale Institute
Provision of a hall for the leisure and education of residents and visitors to the valley
Activities & Mission
Provision of a hall for the leisure and education of residents and visitors to the valley
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
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2019 — The Borrowdale Institute (organisation 223579)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £47,206 | £55,142 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £73,749 | £56,879 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £33,690 | £58,879 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £103,899 | £222,665 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £250,866 | £179,362 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Borrowdale Institute
What does The Borrowdale Institute do?
Provision of a hall for the leisure and education of residents and visitors to the valley
How much income did The Borrowdale Institute report in 2025?
The Borrowdale Institute reported total income of £47k and reported expenditure of £55k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Borrowdale Institute registered as a charity?
The Borrowdale Institute was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 January 2019 as charity number 1181396. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs The Borrowdale Institute?
The Borrowdale Institute is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Nigel Dixon. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Borrowdale Institute operate?
The Borrowdale Institute operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Borrowdale Institute a registered charity?
Yes — The Borrowdale Institute is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1181396.
Details
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- 14 May 2026
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