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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.

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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£893,145
Latest Expenditure
£413,882

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 37.6%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 81.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 3.9%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £845,312
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £7,294
Investments £40,539
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £336,126
Raising Funds £3,352
Governance £12,703
Grants to Institutions £178,460
Other Expenditure £74,404

Financial Trend

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£893,145
£413,882£336,126£3,099,592£3,099,5920 / 0
2024
£392,121
£465,9210 / 0
2023
£383,367
£378,4710 / 0
2022
£369,181
£386,9750 / 0
2021
£357,315
£211,9450 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

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.

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.

Details

Address
Unity House
Westwood Park
Wigan
Lancashire
WN3 4HE
Registration Date
6 June 2006
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4022604
Charity Number
1114579

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Trustees

ASHLEY BAYSTON JP,BA,LLB Chair
Carol Bewick
Dr Elizabeth Bewley
Dr Lynne Corner

Also Known As

  • Lbs

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