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Wharfedale Talking News

Also known as: Otley and District Talking Newspaper, Otley & District Talking Newspaper

We record local weekly newspapers digitally each week for blind and partially sighted people. Every month we produce a Talking Magazine and periodically we record the local council info "Otley Matters". Our listeners either receive a USB stick by post or listen online. Our area covers Otley, Guiseley, Pool, Bramhope, Rawdon, Horsforth, Adel, Cookridge, Ilkley, Menston, Burley and Addingham.

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Activities & Mission

We record local weekly newspapers digitally each week for blind and partially sighted people. Every month we produce a Talking Magazine and periodically we record the local council info "Otley Matters". Our listeners either receive a USB stick by post or listen online. Our area covers Otley, Guiseley, Pool, Bramhope, Rawdon, Horsforth, Adel, Cookridge, Ilkley, Menston, Burley and Addingham.

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
£9,951
Latest Expenditure
£3,073

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 30.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 30.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Frequently asked questions about Wharfedale Talking News

What does Wharfedale Talking News do?

We record local weekly newspapers digitally each week for blind and partially sighted people. Every month we produce a Talking Magazine and periodically we record the local council info "Otley Matters". Our listeners either receive a USB stick by post or listen online. Our area covers Otley, Guiseley, Pool, Bramhope, Rawdon, Horsforth, Adel, Cookridge, Ilkley, Menston, Burley and Addingham.

When was Wharfedale Talking News registered as a charity?

Wharfedale Talking News was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 November 1993 as charity number 1028525. It has been registered for 33 years.

Who runs Wharfedale Talking News?

Wharfedale 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 Wharfedale Talking News operate?

Wharfedale Talking News operates across 3 areas: Bradford City, Leeds City and North Yorkshire.

Is Wharfedale Talking News a registered charity?

Yes — Wharfedale Talking News is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1028525.

Details

Address
6 St. Martin's Avenue
OTLEY
West Yorkshire
LS21 2AN
Registration Date
12 November 1993
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1028525
Charity Number
1028525

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Trustees

Jan Elaine Towers
Jennifer Whalley
JOHN GEOFFREY BARKER
Also governs 1 other charity
Maureen Mason
Richard Andrew Mellor
Sarah Elizabeth Langli
Stephanie York
SUSAN ROSBOROUGH
Valerie Bell

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Otley and District Talking Newspaper
  • Otley & District Talking Newspaper

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