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The Merseyside Holiday Service

The Merseyside Holiday Service aims to help people on Merseyside who are in need of aholiday break but who are unable to afford the full cost themselves. Those that we assist are allon very low incomes and have families with young children who have been living and suffering under some exceptional difficulty or stress and who would benefit from a short break away from their homeenvironment.

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Activities & Mission

The Merseyside Holiday Service aims to help people on Merseyside who are in need of aholiday break but who are unable to afford the full cost themselves. Those that we assist are allon very low incomes and have families with young children who have been living and suffering under some exceptional difficulty or stress and who would benefit from a short break away from their homeenvironment.

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
£12,318
Latest Expenditure
£9,806

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 79.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 79.6%
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
£12,318
£9,8060 / 0
2023
£15,095
£20,7520 / 0
2022
£21,680
£19,8600 / 0
2021
£31,999
£12,5460 / 0
2020
£19,887
£8,4250 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Merseyside Holiday Service

What does The Merseyside Holiday Service do?

The Merseyside Holiday Service aims to help people on Merseyside who are in need of aholiday break but who are unable to afford the full cost themselves. Those that we assist are allon very low incomes and have families with young children who have been living and suffering under some exceptional difficulty or stress and who would benefit from a short break away from their homeenvironment.

How much income did The Merseyside Holiday Service report in 2024?

The Merseyside Holiday Service reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £10k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Merseyside Holiday Service registered as a charity?

The Merseyside Holiday Service was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 December 1969 as charity number 225834. It has been registered for 57 years.

Who runs The Merseyside Holiday Service?

The Merseyside Holiday Service is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is GEORGE STEPHEN MOFFATT. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Merseyside Holiday Service operate?

The Merseyside Holiday Service operates across 5 areas, including Knowsley, Liverpool City, Sefton and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Merseyside Holiday Service a registered charity?

Yes — The Merseyside Holiday Service is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 225834.

Details

Address
Simcox & Co.
35B Market Street
Hoylake
Wirral
CH47 2BG
Registration Date
11 December 1969
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
225834
Charity Number
225834

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Trustees

GEORGE STEPHEN MOFFATT Chair
Elaine Tasker
Gill Gargan

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