West Somerset Area Quaker Meeting
Also known as: West Somerset Area Meeting
Furtherance of the religious and charitable purposes of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) in the area of the Area Meeting (Taunton, Bridgwater, Minehead, Ilminster, Burnham-on-Sea, Wellington, Uffington and around) and beyond. Seven local Quaker Meetings are supported and enabled to work together to provide Meetings for Worship and witness. Meeting Houses are let to local organisations.
Activities & Mission
Furtherance of the religious and charitable purposes of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) in the area of the Area Meeting (Taunton, Bridgwater, Minehead, Ilminster, Burnham-on-Sea, Wellington, Uffington and around) and beyond. Seven local Quaker Meetings are supported and enabled to work together to provide Meetings for Worship and witness. Meeting Houses are let to local organisations.
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
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 | £108,501 | £111,343 | 0 / 188 | |||
| 2023 | £102,313 | £102,341 | 0 / 180 | |||
| 2022 | £116,165 | £67,360 | 0 / 180 | |||
| 2021 | £79,309 | £71,234 | 0 / 200 | |||
| 2020 | £90,070 | £64,642 | 0 / 200 |
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Frequently asked questions about West Somerset Area Quaker Meeting
What does West Somerset Area Quaker Meeting do?
Furtherance of the religious and charitable purposes of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) in the area of the Area Meeting (Taunton, Bridgwater, Minehead, Ilminster, Burnham-on-Sea, Wellington, Uffington and around) and beyond. Seven local Quaker Meetings are supported and enabled to work together to provide Meetings for Worship and witness. Meeting Houses are let to local organisations.
How much income did West Somerset Area Quaker Meeting report in 2024?
West Somerset Area Quaker Meeting reported total income of £109k and reported expenditure of £111k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was West Somerset Area Quaker Meeting registered as a charity?
West Somerset Area Quaker Meeting was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 December 2013 as charity number 1155009. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs West Somerset Area Quaker Meeting?
West Somerset Area Quaker Meeting 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 West Somerset Area Quaker Meeting operate?
West Somerset Area Quaker Meeting operates across 2 areas: Devon and Somerset.
Is West Somerset Area Quaker Meeting a registered charity?
Yes — West Somerset Area Quaker Meeting is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1155009.
Details
Bath Place
TAUNTON
Somerset
TA1 4EP
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