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Wealden Talking News

Also known as: Heathfield and District Talking Newspaper Association

Production and provision of audio editions of local newspapers to visually impaired. Production and provision of audio magazines to visually impaired. Facilities also used to convert written data to audio versions for other local charities, e.g. East Sussex Association for the Blind, Care for the Carers, etc.

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Activities & Mission

Production and provision of audio editions of local newspapers to visually impaired. Production and provision of audio magazines to visually impaired. Facilities also used to convert written data to audio versions for other local charities, e.g. East Sussex Association for the Blind, Care for the Carers, etc.

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
£163,165
Latest Expenditure
£14,045

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 8.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 8.6%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£163,165
£14,0450 / 75

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Wealden Talking News

What does Wealden Talking News do?

Production and provision of audio editions of local newspapers to visually impaired. Production and provision of audio magazines to visually impaired. Facilities also used to convert written data to audio versions for other local charities, e.g. East Sussex Association for the Blind, Care for the Carers, etc.

How much income did Wealden Talking News report in 2025?

Wealden Talking News reported total income of £163k and reported expenditure of £14k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Wealden Talking News registered as a charity?

Wealden Talking News was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 February 1976 as charity number 270183. It has been registered for 50 years.

Who runs Wealden Talking News?

Wealden Talking News is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Wealden Talking News operate?

Wealden Talking News operates across 2 areas: East Sussex and West Sussex.

Is Wealden Talking News a registered charity?

Yes — Wealden Talking News is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 270183.

Details

Address
Wealden Talking News
1-2 Bank Buildings
Cherwell Road
HEATHFIELD
East Sussex
TN21 8JT
Registration Date
24 February 1976
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
270183
Charity Number
270183

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Trustees

Alan Cook
Amanda Foster
Dianne Steele
Heather Halit
Keith Mates
Mary Lilla Heaslip
Mike Hollis
RICHARD ARTHUR FOSTER
Susan Dix

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Heathfield and District Talking Newspaper Association

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