The Rural Coffee Caravan
To promote social inclusion for the public benefit within socially isolated rural communities in Suffolk by preventing people becoming socially excluded, relieving the needs of those people who are socially excluded and assisting them to integrate into society
Activities & Mission
To promote social inclusion for the public benefit within socially isolated rural communities in Suffolk by preventing people becoming socially excluded, relieving the needs of those people who are socially excluded and assisting them to integrate into society
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
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 2021 — Rural Coffee Caravan Information Project (organisation 4021881)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £317,984 | £357,039 | 0 / 110 | |||
| 2023 | £466,262 | £319,028 | 0 / 110 | |||
| 2022 | £186,355 | £272,007 | 0 / 105 | |||
| 2021 | £345,976 | £257,806 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2020 | £280,391 | £194,660 | 0 / 26 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Rural Coffee Caravan
What does The Rural Coffee Caravan do?
To promote social inclusion for the public benefit within socially isolated rural communities in Suffolk by preventing people becoming socially excluded, relieving the needs of those people who are socially excluded and assisting them to integrate into society
How much income did The Rural Coffee Caravan report in 2024?
The Rural Coffee Caravan reported total income of £318k and reported expenditure of £357k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Rural Coffee Caravan registered as a charity?
The Rural Coffee Caravan was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 January 2020 as charity number 1187423. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs The Rural Coffee Caravan?
The Rural Coffee Caravan is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is RICHARD WILLIAM BROWNE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Rural Coffee Caravan operate?
The Rural Coffee Caravan operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Rural Coffee Caravan a registered charity?
Yes — The Rural Coffee Caravan is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1187423.
Details
Church Farm Yard
The Causeway
Walsham le Willows
Suffolk
IP31 3AB
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- 14 May 2026
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