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The Friendly Transport Service (shropshire)

Also known as: The Friendly Bus

We operate a community based transport service run mostly by volunteer drivers for those people who live in and around Broseley, Barrow and Much Wenlock and Shifnal who are unable to access or use other forms of transport.

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Activities & Mission

We operate a community based transport service run mostly by volunteer drivers for those people who live in and around Broseley, Barrow and Much Wenlock and Shifnal who are unable to access or use other forms of transport.

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
£358,872
Latest Expenditure
£293,779

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 81.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 81.9%
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
£358,872
£293,7790 / 93
2024
£206,749
£251,3910 / 93
2023
£216,502
£205,2480 / 93
2022
£202,086
£185,0010 / 47
2021
£187,254
£160,5260 / 36

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Friendly Transport Service (shropshire)

What does The Friendly Transport Service (shropshire) do?

We operate a community based transport service run mostly by volunteer drivers for those people who live in and around Broseley, Barrow and Much Wenlock and Shifnal who are unable to access or use other forms of transport.

How much income did The Friendly Transport Service (shropshire) report in 2025?

The Friendly Transport Service (shropshire) reported total income of £359k and reported expenditure of £294k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Friendly Transport Service (shropshire) registered as a charity?

The Friendly Transport Service (shropshire) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 September 2009 as charity number 1131707. It has been registered for 17 years.

Who runs The Friendly Transport Service (shropshire)?

The Friendly Transport Service (shropshire) is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Friendly Transport Service (shropshire) operate?

The Friendly Transport Service (shropshire) operates in Shropshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Friendly Transport Service (shropshire) a registered charity?

Yes — The Friendly Transport Service (shropshire) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1131707.

Details

Address
FRIENDLY BUS
57 HIGH STREET
BROSELEY
TF12 5EY
Registration Date
18 September 2009
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5002548
Charity Number
1131707

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Trustees

Allison Mary Richards
Barry Hansford
David Marriott
ELIZABETH ANN MARS
Margaret Joan DUTTON
Also governs 1 other charity
Susan Cotton

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Friendly Bus

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