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Windermere And District Foodbank

The Windermere Foodbank operates in the area from Grasmere in the north to Grange-over-Sands in the south, supporting the area not covered by the Barrow/Ulverston Foodbank on the west and the Kendal Foodbank on the east. In co-operation with such organisations as Cumbria C. C. Social Services and the C.A.B. we give emergency food to people in need. Periods of help have been increased in pandemic.

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Activities & Mission

The Windermere Foodbank operates in the area from Grasmere in the north to Grange-over-Sands in the south, supporting the area not covered by the Barrow/Ulverston Foodbank on the west and the Kendal Foodbank on the east. In co-operation with such organisations as Cumbria C. C. Social Services and the C.A.B. we give emergency food to people in need. Periods of help have been increased in pandemic.

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

Latest Income
£101,098
Latest Expenditure
£48,065

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 47.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 47.5%
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.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£101,098
£48,0650 / 8
2024
£49,155
£86,0720 / 7
2023
£54,410
£52,0390 / 8
2022
£38,863
£50,3590 / 6
2021
£68,001
£46,2770 / 8

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Windermere And District Foodbank

What does Windermere And District Foodbank do?

The Windermere Foodbank operates in the area from Grasmere in the north to Grange-over-Sands in the south, supporting the area not covered by the Barrow/Ulverston Foodbank on the west and the Kendal Foodbank on the east. In co-operation with such organisations as Cumbria C. C. Social Services and the C.A.B. we give emergency food to people in need. Periods of help have been increased in pandemic.

How much income did Windermere And District Foodbank report in 2025?

Windermere And District Foodbank reported total income of £101k and reported expenditure of £48k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Windermere And District Foodbank registered as a charity?

Windermere And District Foodbank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 April 2013 as charity number 1151582. It has been registered for 13 years.

Who runs Windermere And District Foodbank?

Windermere And District Foodbank is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Brian John Bradbury. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Windermere And District Foodbank operate?

Windermere And District Foodbank operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Windermere And District Foodbank a registered charity?

Yes — Windermere And District Foodbank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1151582.

Details

Address
St. Mary's Church
Ambleside Road
WINDERMERE
Cumbria
LA23 1BA
Registration Date
10 April 2013
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5036461
Charity Number
1151582

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Trustees

Brian John Bradbury Chair
ALI JARVIS
Andrew Richard Brinkman
Ian Richard Winters
Jean Acker
Jill Noelle Pye
Philip Jonathan Charles Higgins
Susan Cave

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