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The Woodley Pilot Light Trust

Also known as: The Pilot Light Trust, Rainbows Grief Support, Woodley Food Store, Woodley Lighthouse, Woodley Lighthouse Debt Advice

Provision of a Food Store for those in need in the community; provision of RE lessons in local schools

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Activities & Mission

Provision of a Food Store for those in need in the community; provision of RE lessons in local schools

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.

Show all 6 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£49,039
Latest Expenditure
£25,064

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 51.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 51.1%
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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£49,039
£25,0640 / 25
2024
£53,958
£29,0390 / 20
2023
£53,172
£22,3600 / 0
2022
£38,572
£18,6560 / 40
2021
£35,630
£25,2240 / 20

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Frequently asked questions about The Woodley Pilot Light Trust

What does The Woodley Pilot Light Trust do?

Provision of a Food Store for those in need in the community; provision of RE lessons in local schools

How much income did The Woodley Pilot Light Trust report in 2025?

The Woodley Pilot Light Trust reported total income of £49k and reported expenditure of £25k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Woodley Pilot Light Trust registered as a charity?

The Woodley Pilot Light Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 July 1997 as charity number 1063632. It has been registered for 29 years.

Who runs The Woodley Pilot Light Trust?

The Woodley Pilot Light Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Woodley Pilot Light Trust operate?

The Woodley Pilot Light Trust operates across 6 areas, including Bracknell Forest, Reading, Slough and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Woodley Pilot Light Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Woodley Pilot Light Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1063632.

Details

Address
Woodley Baptist Church
Hurricane Way
Woodley
READING
Berkshire
RG5 4UX
Registration Date
28 July 1997
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3035379
Charity Number
1063632

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Trustees

Andrew John Cook
Brian Hope
Christopher David Van Es
Rev David Thomas Magowan
Also governs 3 other charities

Also Known As

  • The Pilot Light Trust
  • Rainbows Grief Support
  • Woodley Food Store
  • Woodley Lighthouse
  • Woodley Lighthouse Debt Advice

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14 May 2026
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