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Triratna Buddhist Community (newcastle)

Also known as: Friends of the Western Buddhist Order (newcastle), Newcastle Buddhist Centre, Newcastle Buddhist Centre F W B O

Public courses and other events in meditation and Buddhism, guiding and supporting those who wish to follow the Buddhist religion.

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Activities & Mission

Public courses and other events in meditation and Buddhism, guiding and supporting those who wish to follow the Buddhist religion.

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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
£20,860
Latest Expenditure
£17,497

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 83.9%
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.

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
2025
£20,860
£17,4970 / 0
2024
£24,058
£16,9160 / 5
2023
£21,768
£15,9550 / 8
2022
£50,098
£11,2100 / 10
2021
£16,386
£8,4070 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Triratna Buddhist Community (newcastle)

What does Triratna Buddhist Community (newcastle) do?

Public courses and other events in meditation and Buddhism, guiding and supporting those who wish to follow the Buddhist religion.

How much income did Triratna Buddhist Community (newcastle) report in 2025?

Triratna Buddhist Community (newcastle) reported total income of £21k and reported expenditure of £17k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Triratna Buddhist Community (newcastle) registered as a charity?

Triratna Buddhist Community (newcastle) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 February 1995 as charity number 1044379. It has been registered for 31 years.

Who runs Triratna Buddhist Community (newcastle)?

Triratna Buddhist Community (newcastle) is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Triratna Buddhist Community (newcastle) operate?

Triratna Buddhist Community (newcastle) operates across 6 areas, including Gateshead, Newcastle Upon Tyne City, North Tyneside and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Triratna Buddhist Community (newcastle) a registered charity?

Yes — Triratna Buddhist Community (newcastle) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1044379.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
21 February 1995
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1044379
Charity Number
1044379

Trustees

John Wigham
MS SRADDHAMANI BENSON
Nandavajra XXX
Norman Powell
Steven Graham Dellow

Also Known As

  • Friends of the Western Buddhist Order (newcastle)
  • Newcastle Buddhist Centre
  • Newcastle Buddhist Centre F W B O

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2 November 2026
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