The Triratna Buddhist Community (colchester)
Also known as: Friends of the Western Buddhist Order (colchester), Fwbo (colchester)
Advancement of the Buddhist religion by teaching meditation and Buddhism at public classes, training members of the charity and others towards ordination as a Buddhist, providing facilities for worship.
Activities & Mission
Advancement of the Buddhist religion by teaching meditation and Buddhism at public classes, training members of the charity and others towards ordination as a Buddhist, providing facilities for worship.
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £47,022 | £31,260 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2024 | £45,104 | £34,815 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £52,430 | £46,982 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £54,691 | £50,228 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2021 | £43,730 | £30,648 | 0 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Triratna Buddhist Community (colchester)
What does The Triratna Buddhist Community (colchester) do?
Advancement of the Buddhist religion by teaching meditation and Buddhism at public classes, training members of the charity and others towards ordination as a Buddhist, providing facilities for worship.
How much income did The Triratna Buddhist Community (colchester) report in 2025?
The Triratna Buddhist Community (colchester) reported total income of £47k and reported expenditure of £31k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Triratna Buddhist Community (colchester) registered as a charity?
The Triratna Buddhist Community (colchester) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 May 1995 as charity number 1046724. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs The Triratna Buddhist Community (colchester)?
The Triratna Buddhist Community (colchester) is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Caroline Jane Bond. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Triratna Buddhist Community (colchester) operate?
The Triratna Buddhist Community (colchester) operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Triratna Buddhist Community (colchester) a registered charity?
Yes — The Triratna Buddhist Community (colchester) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1046724.
Details
2 PORTLAND ROAD
COLCHESTER
CO2 7EH
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Also Known As
- Friends of the Western Buddhist Order (colchester)
- Fwbo (colchester)
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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