The Halliwell Befriending Service
Also known as: H B S
Providing a befriending service to vulnerable elderly people within the area covered by the service. Also providing luncheon gatherings on a fortnightly basis and a coffee morning drop in on a weekly basis. This encourages service users to come out into the community and enriches their quality of life, by making new friends and sharing pastimes, knowledge, etc.
Activities & Mission
Providing a befriending service to vulnerable elderly people within the area covered by the service. Also providing luncheon gatherings on a fortnightly basis and a coffee morning drop in on a weekly basis. This encourages service users to come out into the community and enriches their quality of life, by making new friends and sharing pastimes, knowledge, etc.
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 | £76,959 | £68,130 | 0 / 101 | |||
| 2024 | £86,670 | £68,903 | 0 / 132 | |||
| 2023 | £71,452 | £64,852 | 0 / 108 | |||
| 2022 | £65,706 | £42,382 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2021 | £39,931 | £35,829 | 0 / 85 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Halliwell Befriending Service
What does The Halliwell Befriending Service do?
Providing a befriending service to vulnerable elderly people within the area covered by the service. Also providing luncheon gatherings on a fortnightly basis and a coffee morning drop in on a weekly basis. This encourages service users to come out into the community and enriches their quality of life, by making new friends and sharing pastimes, knowledge, etc.
How much income did The Halliwell Befriending Service report in 2025?
The Halliwell Befriending Service reported total income of £77k and reported expenditure of £68k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Halliwell Befriending Service registered as a charity?
The Halliwell Befriending Service was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 June 2013 as charity number 1152634. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs The Halliwell Befriending Service?
The Halliwell Befriending Service is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is GRAHAM STUART DARCY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Halliwell Befriending Service operate?
The Halliwell Befriending Service operates in Bolton, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Halliwell Befriending Service a registered charity?
Yes — The Halliwell Befriending Service is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152634.
Details
Halliwell Road
Halliwell
BOLTON
BL1 8BP
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- H B S
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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