The Lewy Body Society
Also known as: Lbs
To provide relief for people living with the dementia Lewy bodies by raising awareness of and supporting research into the disease.
Activities & Mission
To provide relief for people living with the dementia Lewy bodies by raising awareness of and supporting research into the disease.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 15% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1354). How is this calculated?
Higher than 23% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 48% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £893,145 | £413,882 | £336,126 | £3,099,592 | £3,099,592 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £392,121 | £465,921 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £383,367 | £378,471 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £369,181 | £386,975 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £357,315 | £211,945 | 0 / 5 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Lewy Body Society
What does The Lewy Body Society do?
To provide relief for people living with the dementia Lewy bodies by raising awareness of and supporting research into the disease.
How much income did The Lewy Body Society report in 2025?
The Lewy Body Society reported total income of £893k and reported expenditure of £414k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Lewy Body Society?
The Lewy Body Society has a program ratio of 37.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 15% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1354 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Lewy Body Society registered as a charity?
The Lewy Body Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 June 2006 as charity number 1114579. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs The Lewy Body Society?
The Lewy Body Society is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is ASHLEY BAYSTON JP,BA,LLB. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Lewy Body Society operate?
The Lewy Body Society operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Lewy Body Society a registered charity?
Yes — The Lewy Body Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1114579.
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- 14 May 2026
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