The Friends Of Blandford Community Hospital
Also known as: The League of Friends of the Blandford Community Hospital, The League of Friends of the Blandford Hospital, Friends of Blandford Hospital
The objects of the Friends shall be to provide support and assistance to patients of the Blandford Community Hospital and preserve and protect the health of the community by providing and assisting in the provision of facilities, support services and equipment not normally provided by the NHS or statutory authorities.
Activities & Mission
The objects of the Friends shall be to provide support and assistance to patients of the Blandford Community Hospital and preserve and protect the health of the community by providing and assisting in the provision of facilities, support services and equipment not normally provided by the NHS or statutory authorities.
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
Higher than 4% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1354). How is this calculated?
Higher than 6% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 8% of UK Health 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £196,052 | £244,308 | 0 / 118 | |||
| 2024 | £195,843 | £240,942 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2023 | £247,914 | £190,542 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2022 | £228,756 | £298,581 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2021 | £1,334,534 | £159,630 | £60,639 | £2,770,912 | £2,770,912 | 4 / 78 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of Blandford Community Hospital
What does The Friends Of Blandford Community Hospital do?
The objects of the Friends shall be to provide support and assistance to patients of the Blandford Community Hospital and preserve and protect the health of the community by providing and assisting in the provision of facilities, support services and equipment not normally provided by the NHS or statutory authorities.
How much income did The Friends Of Blandford Community Hospital report in 2025?
The Friends Of Blandford Community Hospital reported total income of £196k and reported expenditure of £244k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Friends Of Blandford Community Hospital?
The Friends Of Blandford Community Hospital has a program ratio of 4.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 4% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1354 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Friends Of Blandford Community Hospital registered as a charity?
The Friends Of Blandford Community Hospital was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 December 1988 as charity number 800482. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs The Friends Of Blandford Community Hospital?
The Friends Of Blandford Community Hospital is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Friends Of Blandford Community Hospital operate?
The Friends Of Blandford Community Hospital operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Friends Of Blandford Community Hospital a registered charity?
Yes — The Friends Of Blandford Community Hospital is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 800482.
Details
Milldown Road
BLANDFORD FORUM
DT11 7DD
Registry Information
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The League of Friends of the Blandford Community Hospital
- The League of Friends of the Blandford Hospital
- Friends of Blandford Hospital
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated