Charities in Wells
76 registered charities are based within 1.5 miles of the middle of Wells, with a combined income of £49.0m a year. That’s more than the middle Somerset area (6), ranking 4 of 188.
BA5, Somerset · within 1.5 miles of the middle of Wells
76charities
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Every charity, biggest first
- Wells Cathedral School Limited The education and care of c.700 boys and girls from ages 3-18, including the choristers of the cathedral church of St Andrews in Wells.…
- The Bath And Wells Diocesan Board Of Finance To promote and assist the work and purposes of the Church of England in the Diocese of Bath and Wells; to organise and provide funds in…
- The Cathedral Church Of St Andrew In Wells The Cathedral Church of St Andrew in Wells, known as Wells Cathedral, is foremost a place of worship and the seat of the Bishop of Bath &…
- The Palace Trust The Palace Trust aims to preserve and make accessible The Bishop's Palace and its fourteen acres of gardens to the public, as a place of…
- The Friends Of Wells Cathedral Grant making to Cathedral Chapter & Departments. Membership activities such as talks and outings.
- Health Care Supply Association The HCSA promotes the work of procurement and supply chain staff at all levels in healthcare. The Association provides training events and…
- The Institute Of Licensing To promote and increase awareness of licensing related issues for its members and the public, to increase the professionalism within…
- The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust The last year has been one of consolidation, following the success of the Coronation Fund appeal (2023-2025), which raised £500,000 for…
- The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Thomas Wells With The Horringtons Parish Church.
- Heads Up Somerset LTD Mental Health Service Provider Day ServicesOutreachDementia SupportYoung Person SupportCommunity LearningCraft Classes-Pottery Woodwork…
- City Of Wells Almshouses To provide affordable housing for older residents of The City of Wells or people with a strong connection to the City, who are unable to…
- Promise Works Limited Provides long-term volunteer mentoring for vulnerable and disadvantaged children and young people in Somerset.
- Richard Oatley Trust Number Two The Richard Oatley Foundation provides funding to small number of specific charities who have a direct impact on the lives of people…
- The Nani Huyu Charitable Trust We give in the main to charities whose primary object is to help people who are under privileged, disadvantaged, suffering or ill; young…
- The Wells Cathedral School Foundation The objects of the charity are to advance the education of pupils at Wells Cathedral School for the public benefit and to assist in…
- Lalibela Trust The advancement of education through:Construction of school classroomsProvision of classroom equipmentThe advancement of health or the…
- The Lawrence Centre We provide day opportunities for older people including those living with memory loss and other health issues. We are open 5 days a week…
- The Naval Review Publishes a quarterly Journal of Record to promote the advancement and spreading within the Service of knowledge relevant to the higher…
- Stepping Stones Playgroup (Wells) Pre school playgroup
- Wells Festival Of Literature Limited In line with its educational objectives, the company organises the annual Wells Festival of Literature at which leading writers give…
- Wells Vineyard Christian Fellowship Introducing more people to Jesus,worship and supporting those in need.
- Wells Cathedral Oratorio Society Choral works
- Wells Blue School Charity Administration of Foundation income and assets; decisions on spending of income according to Scheme of Foundation in support of the school…
- Wells Operatic Society LTD To promote, maintain, improve and advance education by the production of educational plays and the encouragement of the arts.
- The Wells Museum The running of a museum relating to the town of Wells and the Mendip Hills
- Wells Community Network Wells Community Network brings people, organisations and services together to improve health, wellbeing and social connection across Wells…
- Wells University Of The Third Age ADVANCING THE EDUCATION OF MIDDLE AGED AND OLDER PEOPLE NOT IN FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT IN WELLS, SOMERSET AND THE SURROUNDING AREA.
- Wells Skatepark Community Group Raising awareness of the importance of skateparks, Raising funds for community skatepark facilities
- 5th/7th Wells Scout Group Offers scouting opportunities in the Wells area to young people between the ages of 4 - 18. Scouting actively engages and supports young…
- Noah'S Ark (Wells) Pre-School Pre-School
- Word For Life Trust The Word for Life Trust is a faith based ministry serving the worldwide church. WFLT works to envision, encourage, equip churches and…
- The Somerset Branch Of The Campaign To Protect Rural England The Charity is established for the promotion and encouragement for the benefit of the public the improvement and protection of the English…
- The Mothers' Union (Diocese Of Bath And Wells Branch) The Mothers' Union provides Christian care for families worldwide. In the Bath & Wells Diocese in 2018 we had 1141 members. We have three…
- Wells Storehouse Wells Storehouse provides food and furniture to those who are struggling financially. We provide services to people living in Wells and…
- Wells Cathedral School Parents And Friends Association Organising school events for the Wells Cathedral School to raise money for the school
- Wells Cathedral Preservation Trust The trust receives donations and legacies, invests unused income and disburses funds exclusively for the preservation and conservation of…
- The Friends Of The Blue Association Trust Supporting the work of The Blue School at various school events. Raising funds to provide additional equipment and resources for the…
- Rotary Club Of Wells Charity Trust Fund Charitable Activities in and around Wells,Somerset. Object to apply both the capital and Income to the relief of the poor and needy, or…
- Berryman Annuity Trust The principle objective of the charity is to pay Annuities to unmarried or widowed women baptised of the Church of England. Investments…
- Churchill Church Of England Voluntary School Trust To hold the title to the Land and Buildings of the Churchill Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Pudding Pie Lane, Langford…
- Wells City Band Training and educating people of all ages and abilities from 8 years upwards to play brass musical instruments and perform a wide range of…
- Archdeaconry Of Bath Clerical Families Fund The relief of widows and children of deceased clergymen who have been last beneficed or licensed in the Deaneries of Bath, Chew Magna,…
- Friends Of St Cuthberts Infants School School Fetes, Disco's, varied fundraising events throughout the year
- The Wells Clerical Charity to provide financial assistance to the clergy and their families who are serving in the historic Archdeaconry of Wells. Includes assisting…
- Stoberry Park School Circle Of Friends Raising funds for activities which supports the school and advance the education of the pupils attending it To provide and assist in the…
- Churches Together In Somerset to advance the Christian religion for the benefit of the public
- Sustainable Food Somerset LTD Somerset Community Food supports a network of community food projects across the county. This includes growing projects such as community…
- City Of Wells Lions Club (Cio) As well as providing grants to deserving causes within Wells and surrounding area, the City of Wells Lions Club undertakes a number of…
- St Joseph And St Teresa Rcva Primary School Parents Teachers And Friends Association various fundraising activities inc. school disco, cakesales, stewarding Glastonbury festival,quiz night, fashion show etc.
- The Sir Keith Showering Young Musicians' Award Provides Showering Scholarships to talented young musicians studying at Wells Cathedral School.
- Cheddar Valley Advanced Motorcyclists Motorcycle Group member of Institute of Advanced Motorists, aim to promote road safety by riding/driving to a high standard.
- Wells Recreation Ground Recreational ground for the use and enjoyment of the public and managing the Bishop's Barn as a community venue
- Wynne Willson Scholarship Fund The education of sons and daughters of the clergy in the Diocese of Bath & Wells.
- The Friends Of Mendip Hospital Cemetery The preservation, protection, restoration and enhancement of the former Mendip Hospital cemetery and chapel, to provide a public amenity…
- The Harris Foundation
- Wells Civic Society Promote high standards of planning and architecture in or around the City of Wells. Promote civic pride. Hold meetings and lectures.
- The Herbert Trust The provision of facilities for voice training, instruction and training in diction and elocution for any person who shall be authorised…
- The Wells Cathedral Trust To further the religous, educational and other charitable works of the Cathedral
- Charity Of William Brittaine We pay grants to the citizens of St. Cuthberts In and St. Cuthberts Out at our discretion
- British Obesity Surgery Patient Association Providing information about weight loss surgery to members of the public and healthcare professionals and supporting patients and their…
- Curry Rivel Combined Charities The Charity makes grants to elderly (mostly) in need in the two adjoining Somerset villages of Curry Rivel and Hambridge by making annual…
- Wells Dementia Action Alliance Wells Dementia Action Alliance (WDAA) draws together organisations and professionals that are supporting people living with Dementia, and…
- Church And Poor Relief of poverty; support of parish church; makes grants to individuals and to parish church
- Bernard Mealing Foundation Feeding programme at Las-Ud Elementary School Illocus-Sur
- Wookey Playing Field Charity Provision maintenance improvement of sporting & leisure facilities of recreational grounds at Dummis Lane and Chapmans Close, Wookey &…
- Dulcote Recreation Ground Dulcote Village recreation and play area.
- The Huntsham Court Charitable Trust Assist various worthwhile causes mainly individuals with disabilities
- The Bath And Wells Dbe Trust The charity is the incorporated body of the Diocese Board of Education. The DBE Trust act as a member for all Church Schools within the…
- City Of Wells Almshouses Cio Provision of housing for single people over 50 who are in housing need and live in or around the City of Wells or who have a strong…
- The Balance Eco Foundation Chant will sell music in order to fund pro-social activity such as tree planting, Climate change communication, Sustainable building…
- The Kingdom Growth Community Fund Raising funds to give grants to advance the Kingdom of God and social inclusion projects
- The Archdeaconry Of Bath Clerical Families Fund The relief of any financially needy clergy and their families (or former) licensed or with PTO (permission to officiate) from the Bishop…
- The Hambleton Trust Based in Wells. Provides bursaries to outstanding students.
- Sing2breathe
- St Cuthbert Wells And Wookey Hole Joint Council Church of England Benefice
- Stepping Stones Preschool (Wells) Stepping Stones is a Pre-School setting for children aged 2-5 providing care in school terms from 8.30am to 3.00pm.
Nearby areas
| Area | Charities |
|---|---|
| Wells | 76 |
| Westbury-sub-Mendip | 7 |
| Wookey | 6 |
| Priddy | 6 |
| Coxley | 3 |
| Croscombe | 2 |
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Questions people ask
How many charities are there in Wells?
76 registered charities are based within 1.5 miles of the middle of Wells.
What is the biggest charity in Wells?
Wells Cathedral School Limited, with an income of £19.1m a year.