The League Of Friends Of The Bridport Hospitals
To supplement the service given by Bridport Hospital for patients and staff by the provision of facilities and equipment which fall outside NHS funding priorities. To raise funds and receive gifts, donations and legacies. To recruit voluntary workers for the coffee shop and trolley service to the wards.
Activities & Mission
To supplement the service given by Bridport Hospital for patients and staff by the provision of facilities and equipment which fall outside NHS funding priorities. To raise funds and receive gifts, donations and legacies. To recruit voluntary workers for the coffee shop and trolley service to the wards.
Grants
The League Of Friends Of The Bridport Hospitals is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £22,083
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2023 — Chancery House (organisation 229199)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £129,364 | £14,266 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £34,738 | £3,874 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £51,386 | £15,229 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The League Of Friends Of The Bridport Hospitals
What does The League Of Friends Of The Bridport Hospitals do?
To supplement the service given by Bridport Hospital for patients and staff by the provision of facilities and equipment which fall outside NHS funding priorities. To raise funds and receive gifts, donations and legacies. To recruit voluntary workers for the coffee shop and trolley service to the wards.
How much income did The League Of Friends Of The Bridport Hospitals report in 2025?
The League Of Friends Of The Bridport Hospitals reported total income of £129k and reported expenditure of £14k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The League Of Friends Of The Bridport Hospitals registered as a charity?
The League Of Friends Of The Bridport Hospitals was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 September 1980 as charity number 280983. It has been registered for 46 years.
Who runs The League Of Friends Of The Bridport Hospitals?
The League Of Friends Of The Bridport Hospitals is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Chris Munden. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The League Of Friends Of The Bridport Hospitals operate?
The League Of Friends Of The Bridport Hospitals operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The League Of Friends Of The Bridport Hospitals a registered charity?
Yes — The League Of Friends Of The Bridport Hospitals is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 280983.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
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