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The Quantock Foodbank

The prevention or relief of poverty in Watchet, Williton and surrounding area by the provision of food, essential toiletries, and household items to people in need; working with professional partners to restore dignity, maintain health and support efforts to regain independence and stability, and providing support to access or signposting to relevant agencies, advisory or information services.

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Activities & Mission

The prevention or relief of poverty in Watchet, Williton and surrounding area by the provision of food, essential toiletries, and household items to people in need; working with professional partners to restore dignity, maintain health and support efforts to regain independence and stability, and providing support to access or signposting to relevant agencies, advisory or information services.

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
£40,784
Latest Expenditure
£21,165

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 51.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 51.9%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£40,784
£21,1650 / 21
2024
£39,462
£88,3780 / 15
2023
£43,847
£14,9920 / 15
2022
£31,294
£8,7850 / 19
2021
£57,018
£15,0470 / 23

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Quantock Foodbank

What does The Quantock Foodbank do?

The prevention or relief of poverty in Watchet, Williton and surrounding area by the provision of food, essential toiletries, and household items to people in need; working with professional partners to restore dignity, maintain health and support efforts to regain independence and stability, and providing support to access or signposting to relevant agencies, advisory or information services.

How much income did The Quantock Foodbank report in 2025?

The Quantock Foodbank reported total income of £41k and reported expenditure of £21k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Quantock Foodbank registered as a charity?

The Quantock Foodbank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 June 2020 as charity number 1189991. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs The Quantock Foodbank?

The Quantock Foodbank is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Jane Sperring. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Quantock Foodbank operate?

The Quantock Foodbank operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Quantock Foodbank a registered charity?

Yes — The Quantock Foodbank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1189991.

Details

Address
35 BROOK ROAD
WILLITON
TAUNTON
TA4 4TE
Registration Date
18 June 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5155367
Charity Number
1189991

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Trustees

Rev Jane Sperring Chair
Catherine Mary Benham
Chloe De Renzy-Martin
Cllr Peter Frederick Payne
Also governs 1 other charity
Jane Wynne
John Irven
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Marlene Mason
Richard Learmont
Samantha Searle
Also governs 2 other charities
Sarah Elizabeth Silvester

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