Wwl Radio

We provide a radio service for hospitals, residential homes and similar institutions, and for patients receiving community care to aid the relief of sickness, poor health and old age amongst people living in Wigan and its surrounding areas; and to advance the promotion of the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle for public benefit. This is done from our studio at Wrightington Hospital

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Activities & Mission

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

Wigan

Financial Information

Latest Income

£5,973

Latest Expenditure

£1,633

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 27.3%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 27.3%

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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2025 — Wrightington Hospital Radio (organisation 1013515)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£5,973	£1,633	0 / 22
2024	£2,508	£1,618	0 / 20
2023	£1,210	£1,793	0 / 20
2022	£600	£2,051	0 / 19

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Wwl Radio

What does Wwl Radio do?

How much income did Wwl Radio report in 2025?

Wwl Radio reported total income of £6k and reported expenditure of £2k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Wwl Radio registered as a charity?

Wwl Radio was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 February 2022 as charity number 1197778. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs Wwl Radio?

Wwl Radio is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Diane Louise Herring. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Wwl Radio operate?

Wwl Radio operates in Wigan, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Wwl Radio a registered charity?

Yes — Wwl Radio is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1197778.