The Friends Of South Petherton Library (fospl)
Pursuit of a larger, permanent home for the Community Library through leadership and membership of the Community Hub Project Group.Delivery of a Library website linked to Libraries West, providing book reviews, stock catalogue and ordering.Purchase of recently published books to enhance the local stock for exclusive use of local residents.
Activities & Mission
Pursuit of a larger, permanent home for the Community Library through leadership and membership of the Community Hub Project Group.Delivery of a Library website linked to Libraries West, providing book reviews, stock catalogue and ordering.Purchase of recently published books to enhance the local stock for exclusive use of local residents.
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
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £6,183 | £4,941 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2024 | £2,729 | £2,699 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £2,508 | £1,947 | 0 / 31 | |||
| 2022 | £3,108 | £1,915 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2021 | £1,923 | £1,337 | 0 / 27 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of South Petherton Library (fospl)
What does The Friends Of South Petherton Library (fospl) do?
Pursuit of a larger, permanent home for the Community Library through leadership and membership of the Community Hub Project Group.Delivery of a Library website linked to Libraries West, providing book reviews, stock catalogue and ordering.Purchase of recently published books to enhance the local stock for exclusive use of local residents.
How much income did The Friends Of South Petherton Library (fospl) report in 2025?
The Friends Of South Petherton Library (fospl) reported total income of £6k and reported expenditure of £5k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Friends Of South Petherton Library (fospl) registered as a charity?
The Friends Of South Petherton Library (fospl) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 November 2019 as charity number 1186429. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs The Friends Of South Petherton Library (fospl)?
The Friends Of South Petherton Library (fospl) is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is MARK FREEMAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Friends Of South Petherton Library (fospl) operate?
The Friends Of South Petherton Library (fospl) operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Friends Of South Petherton Library (fospl) a registered charity?
Yes — The Friends Of South Petherton Library (fospl) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1186429.
Details
North Street
SOUTH PETHERTON
Somerset
TA13 5DA
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