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Town Hall Charity

The Charity operates in Upper Weardale, Co. Durham. It provides a venue for use by the whole community and includes various regular activities including Bowls, Keep Fit, Drama performances, Dance, facilities for birthday parties and weddings and also venues for Church Bazaars etc. There is a bi-monthly cinema club and a Community Fitness Suite.

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Activities & Mission

The Charity operates in Upper Weardale, Co. Durham. It provides a venue for use by the whole community and includes various regular activities including Bowls, Keep Fit, Drama performances, Dance, facilities for birthday parties and weddings and also venues for Church Bazaars etc. There is a bi-monthly cinema club and a Community Fitness Suite.

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

Latest Income
£11,916
Latest Expenditure
£17,346

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 145.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 145.6%
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 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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£11,916
£17,3460 / 10
2023
£12,764
£13,6430 / 8
2022
£17,981
£26,7220 / 4
2021
£56,173
£52,7460 / 4
2020
£10,840
£11,2900 / 4

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Frequently asked questions about Town Hall Charity

What does Town Hall Charity do?

The Charity operates in Upper Weardale, Co. Durham. It provides a venue for use by the whole community and includes various regular activities including Bowls, Keep Fit, Drama performances, Dance, facilities for birthday parties and weddings and also venues for Church Bazaars etc. There is a bi-monthly cinema club and a Community Fitness Suite.

How much income did Town Hall Charity report in 2024?

Town Hall Charity reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £17k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Town Hall Charity registered as a charity?

Town Hall Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 January 1964 as charity number 520590. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs Town Hall Charity?

Town Hall Charity is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is IAN ROBSON SCHOLES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Town Hall Charity operate?

Town Hall Charity operates in Durham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Town Hall Charity a registered charity?

Yes — Town Hall Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 520590.

Details

Address
St Johns Chapel Town Hall
Market Place
St Johns Chapel
Bishop Auckland
DL13 1QF
Registration Date
31 January 1964
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
520590
Charity Number
520590

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Trustees

IAN ROBSON SCHOLES Chair
Brian Peart
Joan Carrick
Also governs 1 other charity
Mervyn John Stapleton
Wendy Elizabeth Peart

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