Triratna Southampton
Also known as: Friends of the Western Buddhist Order, Southampton, Fwbo Southampton
Meditation/ Buddhism classes and courses provided to public. Further classes for people wishing to deepen their Buddhist practice and/or join the Western Buddhist Order. Visits to schools and hospitals offered. Buddhist prison chaplain associated with charity. Point of contact offered for enquiries by public/ Council eg on funerals. Community living by Buddhists encouraged and subsidised.
Activities & Mission
Meditation/ Buddhism classes and courses provided to public. Further classes for people wishing to deepen their Buddhist practice and/or join the Western Buddhist Order. Visits to schools and hospitals offered. Buddhist prison chaplain associated with charity. Point of contact offered for enquiries by public/ Council eg on funerals. Community living by Buddhists encouraged and subsidised.
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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £33,824 | £31,218 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £37,695 | £35,318 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2022 | £40,562 | £35,303 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £30,932 | £29,906 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2020 | £32,000 | £32,544 | 0 / 7 |
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Frequently asked questions about Triratna Southampton
What does Triratna Southampton do?
Meditation/ Buddhism classes and courses provided to public. Further classes for people wishing to deepen their Buddhist practice and/or join the Western Buddhist Order. Visits to schools and hospitals offered. Buddhist prison chaplain associated with charity. Point of contact offered for enquiries by public/ Council eg on funerals. Community living by Buddhists encouraged and subsidised.
How much income did Triratna Southampton report in 2024?
Triratna Southampton reported total income of £34k and reported expenditure of £31k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Triratna Southampton registered as a charity?
Triratna Southampton was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 December 1996 as charity number 1059688. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Triratna Southampton?
Triratna Southampton is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Weston. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Triratna Southampton operate?
Triratna Southampton operates in Hampshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Triratna Southampton a registered charity?
Yes — Triratna Southampton is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1059688.
Details
73-74 St. Mary Street
St. Marys
SOUTHAMPTON
SO14 1NW
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Also Known As
- Friends of the Western Buddhist Order, Southampton
- Fwbo Southampton
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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