The Wakefield Almshouses Charity
The CIO provides almshouses to people who are in need or experiencing poverty or infirmity. All the almshouses are in central Totnes, Devon
Activities & Mission
The CIO provides almshouses to people who are in need or experiencing poverty or infirmity. All the almshouses are in central Totnes, Devon
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.
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Financial Information
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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 | £71,632 | £46,514 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £67,435 | £41,689 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £64,126 | £43,932 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £63,212 | £22,129 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £66,558 | £22,178 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Wakefield Almshouses Charity
What does The Wakefield Almshouses Charity do?
The CIO provides almshouses to people who are in need or experiencing poverty or infirmity. All the almshouses are in central Totnes, Devon
How much income did The Wakefield Almshouses Charity report in 2025?
The Wakefield Almshouses Charity reported total income of £72k and reported expenditure of £47k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Wakefield Almshouses Charity registered as a charity?
The Wakefield Almshouses Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 August 2018 as charity number 1179687. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs The Wakefield Almshouses Charity?
The Wakefield Almshouses Charity is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is JUSTINE ANNE HOLMES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Wakefield Almshouses Charity operate?
The Wakefield Almshouses Charity operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Wakefield Almshouses Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The Wakefield Almshouses Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179687.
Details
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Devon
TQ9 5BX
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