The Polehampton Charity
For the relief of persons in need, hardship or distress, and for the promotion of education of persons resident in the former parishes of St Mary the Virgin, Twyford, St James the Great, Ruscombe and the civil parish of Charvil.
Activities & Mission
For the relief of persons in need, hardship or distress, and for the promotion of education of persons resident in the former parishes of St Mary the Virgin, Twyford, St James the Great, Ruscombe and the civil parish of Charvil.
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 12% of UK Social welfare charities with income £10K to £100K (sample: 113). How is this calculated?
Higher than 8% of UK Social welfare charities with income £10K to £100K. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 14% of UK Social welfare charities with income £10K to £100K. (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.
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2022 — The Polehampton Charity (organisation 3956826)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £93,224 | £129,682 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £155,068 | £83,434 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2022 | £3,467,123 | £78,302 | £42,194 | £3,388,821 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Polehampton Charity
What does The Polehampton Charity do?
For the relief of persons in need, hardship or distress, and for the promotion of education of persons resident in the former parishes of St Mary the Virgin, Twyford, St James the Great, Ruscombe and the civil parish of Charvil.
How much income did The Polehampton Charity report in 2024?
The Polehampton Charity reported total income of £93k and reported expenditure of £130k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Polehampton Charity?
The Polehampton Charity has a program ratio of 1.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 12% of UK Social welfare charities with income £10K to £100K (sample of 113 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Polehampton Charity registered as a charity?
The Polehampton Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 May 2021 as charity number 1194604. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs The Polehampton Charity?
The Polehampton Charity is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Amy Goodall-Smith. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Polehampton Charity operate?
The Polehampton Charity operates in Wokingham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Polehampton Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The Polehampton Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1194604.
Details
PO Box 8289
Reading
Berkshire
RG6 9WA
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- 14 May 2026
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