THE POWER HOUSE (POOLE)
Registered charity 1190962 · accounts filings on the Charity Commission register
We are working to build a cultural and community centre on the former Power Station site in Hamworthy to serve the immediate and surrounding local community while providing a vibrant place for visitors. Our focus is on well being, the creative arts and growing community cohesion. Our work has started with community projects underway.
Causes: Disability · Recreation · website · Get email alerts
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The charity reported a net income of £11,332 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in total net assets of £11,112. The accounts indicate a significant increase in income and expenditures compared to the previous year, with cash at bank rising to £92,873. The independent examiner confirmed that proper accounting records were kept and the accounts comply with the Act.
Automated summary of the FY2025 accounts; the evidenced findings below carry the verbatim passages.
What the accounts disclose
Accounts independently examined (not a full audit). Discloses 4 of 6 completeness components.
Funders the charity credits
Named as funders/supporters on the charity’s own website (the charity’s claim, distinct from accounts-verified grants).
- National Lottery Community Fund — “The Power House is grateful to our primary funder, National Lottery Community Fund for enabling us to realise our vision.” (source page)
- Dorset Community Foundation — “Thanks also to Dorset Community Foundation , BCP Council, Valentine Trust and Alice Ellen Cooper Dean Trust for the ongoing support.” (source page)
- BCP Council — “Thanks also to Dorset Community Foundation , BCP Council, Valentine Trust and Alice Ellen Cooper Dean Trust for the ongoing support.” (source page)
- Valentine Trust — “Thanks also to Dorset Community Foundation , BCP Council, Valentine Trust and Alice Ellen Cooper Dean Trust for the ongoing support.” (source page)
- Alice Ellen Cooper Dean Trust — “Thanks also to Dorset Community Foundation , BCP Council, Valentine Trust and Alice Ellen Cooper Dean Trust for the ongoing support.” (source page)
Public profiles (found on the charity’s own website): facebook · instagram
- Bridget Irvine
- Casey Jeffery
- Maureen La Frenais
- Simon Matthews
Trustee list from the Charity Commission register (current, not historical).
Operates in: Poole
Income and spending
Common questions
Is THE POWER HOUSE (POOLE) financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The charity reported a net income of £11,332 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in total net assets of £11,112. The accounts indicate a significant increase in income and expenditures compared to the previous year, with cash at bank rising to £92,873. The independent examiner confirmed that proper accounting records were kept and the accounts comply with the Act. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE POWER HOUSE (POOLE)?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE POWER HOUSE (POOLE) as a grant recipient include TALBOT VILLAGE TRUST, DORSET COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, THE ALICE ELLEN COOPER-DEAN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION.
Known funders
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