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Upbeat

Also known as: Upbeat-Heart Support in West Suffolk

Upbeat is an independent charity set up by ex-cardiac patients. We provide support for people who have had heart attacks, or other heart related problems, and their carers. A range of specialist exercise sessions are held weekly under the supervision of qualified cardiac instructors and a cardiac nurse. Social and educational events are also provided.

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Activities & Mission

Upbeat is an independent charity set up by ex-cardiac patients. We provide support for people who have had heart attacks, or other heart related problems, and their carers. A range of specialist exercise sessions are held weekly under the supervision of qualified cardiac instructors and a cardiac nurse. Social and educational events are also provided.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£51,076
Latest Expenditure
£56,591

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 110.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 110.8%
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
£51,076
£56,5910 / 10
2024
£47,128
£59,1630 / 10
2023
£49,008
£60,3380 / 15
2022
£44,135
£42,3650 / 10
2021
£44,390
£30,4600 / 15

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Upbeat

What does Upbeat do?

Upbeat is an independent charity set up by ex-cardiac patients. We provide support for people who have had heart attacks, or other heart related problems, and their carers. A range of specialist exercise sessions are held weekly under the supervision of qualified cardiac instructors and a cardiac nurse. Social and educational events are also provided.

How much income did Upbeat report in 2025?

Upbeat reported total income of £51k and reported expenditure of £57k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Upbeat registered as a charity?

Upbeat was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 July 2001 as charity number 1087415. It has been registered for 25 years.

Who runs Upbeat?

Upbeat is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Leonard Axton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Upbeat operate?

Upbeat operates across 4 areas: Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk.

Is Upbeat a registered charity?

Yes — Upbeat is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1087415.

Details

Address
Vistri Vale
Old Hall Lane
Fornham St. Martin
Bury St. Edmunds
IP31 1SS
Registration Date
9 July 2001
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3971430
Charity Number
1087415

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Trustees

David Leonard Axton Chair
Alan David John Chapman
Darren Welham
David Byatt
Felicity Stemp
HILARY ANN NEEVES
ILVA ANNE MAXEY
NICHOLAS ERNEST BAYLIE
Richard Morris
Rosemary Rayson
VALERIE CHRISTINE AXTON
William George Kettyle

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Upbeat-Heart Support in West Suffolk

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14 May 2026
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