BRIDGETOWN ALIVE
The charity procides a local voice for residents of the area described as Bridgetown in Totnes Devon. The charity seeks to support community redevelopment intiatives through consultation with the local community. Projects have included enhancement of Steamer Quay, new community Notice Boards and provision of new playpark equipment.
Objects
TO PROMOTE GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE COMMUNITY OF BRIDGETOWN THROUGH THE MAINTENANCE, IMPROVEMENT AND PROVISION OF PUBLIC AMENITIES, CONSERVATION AND REGENERATION, AND BY CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE RESIDENTS TO PARTICIPATE FULLY IN THE COMMUNITY IN WAYS WHICH ADDRESS AND ALLEVIATE SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC DISADVANTAGE.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total income was £36,838 and total expenditure was £33,747, resulting in a surplus for the year. The trustees confirm the financial position is satisfactory and sufficient to continue the charity's work. The independent examiner reported no material matters of concern regarding the accounts.
What the accounts disclose
“Main sources of income: Grants, Sky Rise Festival, hall rent.” — page 2
Policies the charity declares
- Bullying and harassment policy and procedures
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Trustee expenses policy and procedures
Trustees
- Robert Geoffrey Carpenterchair
- Chris Norton
- DEBORAH ANNE OAKEY
- Jacqi Hodgson
- Jonathan Elliott
- Liz Critchley
- Marianne Parker
- RICHARD JOHN PADDOCK MITCHELL
- Richard o'Connell
- Sarah Ann Herbert
- Susan Misselbrook
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £37k | £34k |
| 31/03/2024 | £9k | £12k |
| 31/03/2023 | £20k | £11k |
| 31/03/2022 | £8k | £15k |
| 31/03/2021 | £41k | £36k |
Common questions
Is BRIDGETOWN ALIVE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total income was £36,838 and total expenditure was £33,747, resulting in a surplus for the year. The trustees confirm the financial position is satisfactory and sufficient to continue the charity's work. The independent examiner reported no material matters of concern regarding the accounts. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 13/05/2022 | £6k | Bridge across Bridgetown |
| UK government | 22/09/2020 | £10k | Coronavirus Community Support Fund |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 08/03/2019 | £4k | Inspiring Community |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 05/12/2016 | £6k | Meet your Neighbours Street Party |