The Next Chapter (east Of England)
Also known as: Colchester and Tendring Women's Refuge, Colchester Women's Aid Limited, Ctwr
Next Chapter exists to provide support, advocacy and advice to people, with a particular focus on women and children, who are affected by domestic abuse. We offer specialist crisis accommodation to women who are homeless as a result domestic and abuse and offer everyone the support they need to empower them to make independent decisions about their future to secure a life free from domestic abuse
Activities & Mission
Next Chapter exists to provide support, advocacy and advice to people, with a particular focus on women and children, who are affected by domestic abuse. We offer specialist crisis accommodation to women who are homeless as a result domestic and abuse and offer everyone the support they need to empower them to make independent decisions about their future to secure a life free from domestic abuse
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 90% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 82% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,876,349 | £3,187,667 | £3,187,667 | £1,310,181 | £628,927 | 77 / 12 |
| 2024 | £2,606,792 | £2,779,920 | £2,779,920 | £1,621,499 | £485,011 | 71 / 14 |
| 2023 | £2,557,688 | £2,316,475 | £2,316,475 | £1,794,627 | £486,479 | 66 / 20 |
| 2022 | £2,183,386 | £1,990,008 | £1,990,008 | £1,553,414 | £451,122 | 63 / 10 |
| 2021 | £2,479,227 | £1,930,276 | £1,930,276 | £1,360,036 | £492,454 | 56 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Next Chapter (east Of England)
What does The Next Chapter (east Of England) do?
Next Chapter exists to provide support, advocacy and advice to people, with a particular focus on women and children, who are affected by domestic abuse. We offer specialist crisis accommodation to women who are homeless as a result domestic and abuse and offer everyone the support they need to empower them to make independent decisions about their future to secure a life free from domestic abuse
How much income did The Next Chapter (east Of England) report in 2025?
The Next Chapter (east Of England) reported total income of £2.88m and reported expenditure of £3.19m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Next Chapter (east Of England)?
The Next Chapter (east Of England) has a program ratio of 110.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 90% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Next Chapter (east Of England) registered as a charity?
The Next Chapter (east Of England) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 September 1996 as charity number 1058295. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs The Next Chapter (east Of England)?
The Next Chapter (east Of England) is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Next Chapter (east Of England) operate?
The Next Chapter (east Of England) operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Next Chapter (east Of England) a registered charity?
Yes — The Next Chapter (east Of England) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1058295.
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Also Known As
- Colchester and Tendring Women's Refuge
- Colchester Women's Aid Limited
- Ctwr
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated