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The Lighthouse

Also known as: Lighthouse, The Tollesbury Ecumenical Christian Bookshop

Run a small shop - Christian, local and childrens books, cards, traidcraft goods, tea, coffee etc. A meeting place for people as well as a shop to buy from.

Activities & Mission

Run a small shop - Christian, local and childrens books, cards, traidcraft goods, tea, coffee etc. A meeting place for people as well as a shop to buy from.

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

Latest Income
£14,526
Latest Expenditure
£17,284

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 119.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 119.0%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£14,526
£17,2840 / 24
2023
£13,403
£10,1130 / 20
2022
£11,867
£11,7550 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Lighthouse

What does The Lighthouse do?

Run a small shop - Christian, local and childrens books, cards, traidcraft goods, tea, coffee etc. A meeting place for people as well as a shop to buy from.

How much income did The Lighthouse report in 2024?

The Lighthouse reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £17k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Lighthouse registered as a charity?

The Lighthouse was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 January 1982 as charity number 283085. It has been registered for 44 years.

Who runs The Lighthouse?

The Lighthouse is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is ISABEL RUTH ADCOCK. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Lighthouse operate?

The Lighthouse operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Lighthouse a registered charity?

Yes — The Lighthouse is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 283085.

Details

Address
55a East Street
Tollesbury
MALDON
CM9 8QE
Registration Date
8 January 1982
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
283085
Charity Number
283085

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Trustees

ISABEL RUTH ADCOCK Chair
Andrew John Sharples
Graham Peter Richards
JAN STONE
Jane Elizabeth Wells
Also governs 1 other charity
KEVIN LESLIE OAKLEY
PAT MOSS

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Lighthouse
  • The Tollesbury Ecumenical Christian Bookshop

Data & trust

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30 July 2026
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