The Nightingale Centre (unitarian)
Also known as: The Unitarian Convalescent and Holiday Centre, The Nightingale Centre - the Unitarian Holiday and Conference Centre
A Unitarian conference centre based in the village of Great Hucklow, Derbyshire to further the religious and other charitable work of the Unitarian and Free Christian Churches including: (a) the relief of those in need by reason of youth, age, ill-health, financial hardship or other disadvantage; and (b) the provision of facilities for the education of students of educational establishments.
Activities & Mission
A Unitarian conference centre based in the village of Great Hucklow, Derbyshire to further the religious and other charitable work of the Unitarian and Free Christian Churches including: (a) the relief of those in need by reason of youth, age, ill-health, financial hardship or other disadvantage; and (b) the provision of facilities for the education of students of educational establishments.
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 14% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 25% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 20% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £482,691 | £518,625 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2023 | £381,875 | £409,617 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2022 | £341,659 | £558,028 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2021 | £248,148 | £365,973 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2020 | £635,811 | £322,850 | £290,547 | £3,238,220 | £387,578 | 10 / 7 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Nightingale Centre (unitarian)
What does The Nightingale Centre (unitarian) do?
A Unitarian conference centre based in the village of Great Hucklow, Derbyshire to further the religious and other charitable work of the Unitarian and Free Christian Churches including: (a) the relief of those in need by reason of youth, age, ill-health, financial hardship or other disadvantage; and (b) the provision of facilities for the education of students of educational establishments.
How much income did The Nightingale Centre (unitarian) report in 2024?
The Nightingale Centre (unitarian) reported total income of £483k and reported expenditure of £519k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Nightingale Centre (unitarian)?
The Nightingale Centre (unitarian) has a program ratio of 45.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 14% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Nightingale Centre (unitarian) registered as a charity?
The Nightingale Centre (unitarian) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 September 1966 as charity number 242256. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs The Nightingale Centre (unitarian)?
The Nightingale Centre (unitarian) is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Nightingale Centre (unitarian) operate?
The Nightingale Centre (unitarian) operates in Derbyshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Nightingale Centre (unitarian) a registered charity?
Yes — The Nightingale Centre (unitarian) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 242256.
Details
Great Hucklow
BUXTON
SK17 8RH
Registry Information
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Unitarian Convalescent and Holiday Centre
- The Nightingale Centre - the Unitarian Holiday and Conference Centre
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated