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The Hospital Of St Oswald

The objects of the charity are to provide almshouses for persons in need of assistance who are over fifty years of age and can live independently and look after themselves. Applicants must have been living in the City of Worcester and areas of Herefordshire for the two years immediately proceding their application.

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Activities & Mission

The objects of the charity are to provide almshouses for persons in need of assistance who are over fifty years of age and can live independently and look after themselves. Applicants must have been living in the City of Worcester and areas of Herefordshire for the two years immediately proceding their application.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£197,736
Latest Expenditure
£299,975

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 151.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 151.7%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£197,736
£299,9750 / 0
2024
£181,583
£308,6710 / 0
2023
£232,985
£242,8950 / 0
2022
£222,919
£283,5590 / 0
2021
£216,012
£227,9820 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Hospital Of St Oswald

What does The Hospital Of St Oswald do?

The objects of the charity are to provide almshouses for persons in need of assistance who are over fifty years of age and can live independently and look after themselves. Applicants must have been living in the City of Worcester and areas of Herefordshire for the two years immediately proceding their application.

How much income did The Hospital Of St Oswald report in 2025?

The Hospital Of St Oswald reported total income of £198k and reported expenditure of £300k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Hospital Of St Oswald registered as a charity?

The Hospital Of St Oswald was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 June 1964 as charity number 233566. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs The Hospital Of St Oswald?

The Hospital Of St Oswald is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Hospital Of St Oswald operate?

The Hospital Of St Oswald operates across 2 areas: Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Is The Hospital Of St Oswald a registered charity?

Yes — The Hospital Of St Oswald is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 233566.

Details

Address
St Oswald's Hospital
c/o The Chapter Office
The Old Palace
Deansway
Worcester
WR1 2JE
Registration Date
19 June 1964
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
233566
Charity Number
233566

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Trustees

Canon Staffan Engstrom
Also governs 1 other charity
Elizabeth Anne Penn
Francis Henry Briggs
The Reverend Canon Dr Stephen Edwards
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The Reverend Canon Kimberly Bohan
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