The British Contact Lens Association Limited
Also known as: Bcla
To promote excellence in research, manufacture and clinical practice of contact lenses and related areasRefereed journal, conference, courses, dissemination of information in the field on contact lenses
Activities & Mission
To promote excellence in research, manufacture and clinical practice of contact lenses and related areasRefereed journal, conference, courses, dissemination of information in the field on contact lenses
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 92% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 55% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £527,284 | £620,530 | £620,530 | £251,002 | £251,002 | 6 / 21 |
| 2023 | £1,145,069 | £940,133 | £940,133 | £344,248 | £344,248 | 6 / 21 |
| 2022 | £419,475 | £480,748 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2021 | £550,407 | £598,016 | £598,016 | £200,585 | £200,585 | 5 / 6 |
| 2020 | £337,108 | £461,075 | 0 / 120 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The British Contact Lens Association Limited
What does The British Contact Lens Association Limited do?
To promote excellence in research, manufacture and clinical practice of contact lenses and related areasRefereed journal, conference, courses, dissemination of information in the field on contact lenses
How much income did The British Contact Lens Association Limited report in 2024?
The British Contact Lens Association Limited reported total income of £527k and reported expenditure of £621k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The British Contact Lens Association Limited?
The British Contact Lens Association Limited has a program ratio of 117.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 92% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The British Contact Lens Association Limited registered as a charity?
The British Contact Lens Association Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 July 1990 as charity number 803544. It has been registered for 36 years.
Who runs The British Contact Lens Association Limited?
The British Contact Lens Association Limited is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The British Contact Lens Association Limited operate?
The British Contact Lens Association Limited operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The British Contact Lens Association Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The British Contact Lens Association Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 803544.
Details
c/o ABDO
Godmersham Park House
Godmersham Park
Godmersham
Kent
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated