BASINGSTOKE AND DISTRICT COUNSELLING SERVICE
BCS provide affordable counselling to vulnerable people in the Basingstoke area, who not otherwise be able to gain access to such support.We also provide training courses on counselling up to Diploma level for those wishing to follow a career in counselling.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £41,691 for the year ended 31 August 2025, a significant improvement from the previous year's deficit. However, the charity holds negative unrestricted reserves of £149,768, indicating that its accumulated liabilities exceed its assets. The trustees report that financial strength has strengthened through increased income and disciplined cost management, with plans to repay outstanding loans and stabilize rent.
What the accounts disclose
“rebuilding our reserves to support future growth.” — page 5
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (04/06/2024)
Trustees
- James Fradley Bellischair
- Camilla Lovell-Hoare
- Joanna Mary Hopkins
- Julian Frederick Charles Cracknell
- Martin Jon Green
- Samir Kotecha
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £429k | £415k |
| 31/08/2024 | £322k | £370k |
| 31/08/2023 | £280k | £396k |
| 31/08/2022 | £0 | £0 |
Common questions
Is BASINGSTOKE AND DISTRICT COUNSELLING SERVICE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £41,691 for the year ended 31 August 2025, a significant improvement from the previous year's deficit. However, the charity holds negative unrestricted reserves of £149,768, indicating that its accumulated liabilities exceed its assets. The trustees report that financial strength has strengthened through increased income and disciplined cost management, with plans to repay outstanding loans and stabilize rent. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 05/05/2023 | £10k | Counselling in the community |