Working Men's Reading Room
Also known as: Grasmere Reading Rooms and Social Club
The Grasmere Reading Rooms, is a place where the parishers and boni fide guests have the right to socialise in the bar, play snooker, darts, etc, and the odd music nights, a place for the village to hold meetings.
Activities & Mission
The Grasmere Reading Rooms, is a place where the parishers and boni fide guests have the right to socialise in the bar, play snooker, darts, etc, and the odd music nights, a place for the village to hold meetings.
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 2024.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £103,313 | £115,019 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2023 | £48,239 | £57,084 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2022 | £49,341 | £61,682 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2021 | £39,927 | £27,172 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2020 | £46,440 | £40,740 | 0 / 5 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Working Men's Reading Room
What does Working Men's Reading Room do?
The Grasmere Reading Rooms, is a place where the parishers and boni fide guests have the right to socialise in the bar, play snooker, darts, etc, and the odd music nights, a place for the village to hold meetings.
How much income did Working Men's Reading Room report in 2024?
Working Men's Reading Room reported total income of £103k and reported expenditure of £115k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Working Men's Reading Room registered as a charity?
Working Men's Reading Room was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 November 1963 as charity number 230755. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Working Men's Reading Room?
Working Men's Reading Room is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Working Men's Reading Room operate?
Working Men's Reading Room operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Working Men's Reading Room a registered charity?
Yes — Working Men's Reading Room is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 230755.
Details
STOCK LANE
GRASMERE
CUMBRIA
LA22 5SJ
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Also Known As
- Grasmere Reading Rooms and Social Club
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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