The Friends Of The West Suffolk Hospital
Also known as: The Friends of the Bury St Edmunds Hospital
To accept subscriptions, donations and legacies in order to provide equipment, refurbishment of facilities, enhancements to services and items of comfort in cases where The West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is unable to provide the appropriate funds.
Activities & Mission
To accept subscriptions, donations and legacies in order to provide equipment, refurbishment of facilities, enhancements to services and items of comfort in cases where The West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is unable to provide the appropriate funds.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £31,604 | £75,554 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2024 | £59,588 | £82,825 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2023 | £32,823 | £29,996 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £21,340 | £5,348 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2021 | £41,169 | £3,322 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of The West Suffolk Hospital
What does The Friends Of The West Suffolk Hospital do?
To accept subscriptions, donations and legacies in order to provide equipment, refurbishment of facilities, enhancements to services and items of comfort in cases where The West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is unable to provide the appropriate funds.
How much income did The Friends Of The West Suffolk Hospital report in 2025?
The Friends Of The West Suffolk Hospital reported total income of £32k and reported expenditure of £76k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Friends Of The West Suffolk Hospital registered as a charity?
The Friends Of The West Suffolk Hospital was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 March 1967 as charity number 251356. It has been registered for 59 years.
Who runs The Friends Of The West Suffolk Hospital?
The Friends Of The West Suffolk Hospital is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is JULIE MACLEOD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Friends Of The West Suffolk Hospital operate?
The Friends Of The West Suffolk Hospital operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Friends Of The West Suffolk Hospital a registered charity?
Yes — The Friends Of The West Suffolk Hospital is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 251356.
Details
West Suffolk Hospital
Hardwick Lane
BURY ST. EDMUNDS
IP33 2QZ
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Also Known As
- The Friends of the Bury St Edmunds Hospital
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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