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Ashton Community Charity

Also known as: Ashton-in-Makerfield Linen & Woollen Stock Charity, The Linen and Woollen Stock Charity

The main objectives of the Charity are the relief of persons resident in the area of benefit who are in need, hardship or distress and assisting those not for profit organisations in the community supporting the well being of the residents.

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Activities & Mission

The main objectives of the Charity are the relief of persons resident in the area of benefit who are in need, hardship or distress and assisting those not for profit organisations in the community supporting the well being of the residents.

Grants

Ashton Community Charity is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2026)
£46,503
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other charities or voluntary bodies, other defined groups and the general public
What it supports
education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty and accommodation or housing

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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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
£51,059
Latest Expenditure
£46,503

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 1.9%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 93.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £0
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £20,662
Other Income £1,007,000

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £19,860
Raising Funds £0
Governance £0
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £1,460

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.

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
2026
£51,059
£46,5030 / 0
2025
£1,027,662
£21,320£19,860£1,350,256£1,350,2560 / 0
2024
£11,881
£12,6580 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Ashton Community Charity

What does Ashton Community Charity do?

The main objectives of the Charity are the relief of persons resident in the area of benefit who are in need, hardship or distress and assisting those not for profit organisations in the community supporting the well being of the residents.

How much income did Ashton Community Charity report in 2026?

Ashton Community Charity reported total income of £51k and reported expenditure of £47k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Ashton Community Charity registered as a charity?

Ashton Community Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 April 1969 as charity number 221789. It has been registered for 57 years.

Who runs Ashton Community Charity?

Ashton Community Charity is governed by a board of 16 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANDREW JOHN BULLEN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Ashton Community Charity operate?

Ashton Community Charity operates in Wigan, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Ashton Community Charity a registered charity?

Yes — Ashton Community Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 221789.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
17 April 1969
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
221789
Charity Number
221789

Trustees

ANDREW JOHN BULLEN Chair
Amy Elizabeth Napier
ANN DUCKWORTH
Ben Gosling
Beth Hughes
David Marsh
Gillian Stowell
Jilly McKiernan-Bruce
Joanna Murphy
Joanne Maher
Julie Hewitt
Karen Louise Smith
MR BILL MORRIS
Philippe Jean Paul
Renee Palmer

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Ashton-in-Makerfield Linen & Woollen Stock Charity
  • The Linen and Woollen Stock Charity

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
9 November 2026
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