Volunteer Centre West Berkshire
Also known as: Newbury Handybus, Newbury Shopmobility, Community Car Scheme, Village Agent Project, West Berkshire Restorative Justice Service.
We provide a central hub for volunteering, offering free, impartial advice and guidance to individuals & community groups. As the local Council for Voluntary Service (CVS), we deliver training & events, provide funding advice, promote partnership working & advocate for the voice of the VCSE Sector. We also facilitate community transport services, helping people stay independent and connected.
Activities & Mission
We provide a central hub for volunteering, offering free, impartial advice and guidance to individuals & community groups. As the local Council for Voluntary Service (CVS), we deliver training & events, provide funding advice, promote partnership working & advocate for the voice of the VCSE Sector. We also facilitate community transport services, helping people stay independent and connected.
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £289,223 | £287,492 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2024 | £351,258 | £353,837 | 0 / 84 | |||
| 2023 | £269,530 | £276,530 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2022 | £222,577 | £204,126 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2021 | £234,650 | £178,875 | 0 / 77 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Volunteer Centre West Berkshire
What does Volunteer Centre West Berkshire do?
We provide a central hub for volunteering, offering free, impartial advice and guidance to individuals & community groups. As the local Council for Voluntary Service (CVS), we deliver training & events, provide funding advice, promote partnership working & advocate for the voice of the VCSE Sector. We also facilitate community transport services, helping people stay independent and connected.
How much income did Volunteer Centre West Berkshire report in 2025?
Volunteer Centre West Berkshire reported total income of £289k and reported expenditure of £287k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Volunteer Centre West Berkshire registered as a charity?
Volunteer Centre West Berkshire was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 March 2014 as charity number 1156302. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Volunteer Centre West Berkshire?
Volunteer Centre West Berkshire is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gary Walsh. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Volunteer Centre West Berkshire operate?
Volunteer Centre West Berkshire operates across 2 areas: Hampshire and West Berkshire.
Is Volunteer Centre West Berkshire a registered charity?
Yes — Volunteer Centre West Berkshire is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1156302.
Details
4-8 The Broadway
NEWBURY
Berkshire
RG14 1BA
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Also Known As
- Newbury Handybus, Newbury Shopmobility, Community Car Scheme, Village Agent Project, West Berkshire Restorative Justice Service.
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- 14 May 2026
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