The Town Lands

Also known as: Beccles Feoffees

Distribution of investment income for the benefit of individuals and organisations who live/operate within the town boundary of Beccles, and seek assistance from the Trust.

Activities & Mission

Distribution of investment income for the benefit of individuals and organisations who live/operate within the town boundary of Beccles, and seek assistance from the Trust.

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

Suffolk

Financial Information

Latest Income

£170,868

Latest Expenditure

£364,067

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 213.1%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 213.1%

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 Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£170,868	£364,067	0 / 0
2024	£173,173	£202,563	0 / 0
2023	£149,818	£171,800	0 / 0
2022	£154,280	£189,908	0 / 0
2021	£152,985	£153,047	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Town Lands

What does The Town Lands do?

Distribution of investment income for the benefit of individuals and organisations who live/operate within the town boundary of Beccles, and seek assistance from the Trust.

How much income did The Town Lands report in 2025?

The Town Lands reported total income of £171k and reported expenditure of £364k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Town Lands registered as a charity?

The Town Lands was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 March 1963 as charity number 210714. It has been registered for 63 years.

Who runs The Town Lands?

The Town Lands is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Town Lands operate?

The Town Lands operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Town Lands a registered charity?

Yes — The Town Lands is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 210714.