The Goodly Dale Cottage Homes
The purpose of the Goodly Dale Cottage Homes is "to provide accomodation for poor persons of good character each of whom shall not be less than 60 years of age (or 50 if disabled), and shall have been born or lived for 10 of the last 30 years in Windermere and Ambleside Urban Districts, Undermillbeck, Troutbeck and Applethwaite.
Activities & Mission
The purpose of the Goodly Dale Cottage Homes is "to provide accomodation for poor persons of good character each of whom shall not be less than 60 years of age (or 50 if disabled), and shall have been born or lived for 10 of the last 30 years in Windermere and Ambleside Urban Districts, Undermillbeck, Troutbeck and Applethwaite.
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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.
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £102,307 | £94,710 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £95,775 | £85,187 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £89,814 | £113,812 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £85,356 | £86,066 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £82,153 | £78,134 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Goodly Dale Cottage Homes
What does The Goodly Dale Cottage Homes do?
The purpose of the Goodly Dale Cottage Homes is "to provide accomodation for poor persons of good character each of whom shall not be less than 60 years of age (or 50 if disabled), and shall have been born or lived for 10 of the last 30 years in Windermere and Ambleside Urban Districts, Undermillbeck, Troutbeck and Applethwaite.
How much income did The Goodly Dale Cottage Homes report in 2025?
The Goodly Dale Cottage Homes reported total income of £102k and reported expenditure of £95k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Goodly Dale Cottage Homes registered as a charity?
The Goodly Dale Cottage Homes was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 March 1966 as charity number 247105. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs The Goodly Dale Cottage Homes?
The Goodly Dale Cottage Homes is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mr Bill Smith. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Goodly Dale Cottage Homes operate?
The Goodly Dale Cottage Homes operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Goodly Dale Cottage Homes a registered charity?
Yes — The Goodly Dale Cottage Homes is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 247105.
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