Welcome to
Bourne United Charities
Bourne United Charities (BUC) brings together 15 different charities formed from bequests and endowments left over the centuries for the benefit of the people of Bourne. The income from these charities is used to run 12 almshouses and give financial assistance to those in need. It is also used to make grants to local community projects.
BUC is also responsible for the upkeep of a number of historic buildings in the town such as the Red Hall and two important parks in Bourne; the Wellhead and Abbey Lawn. A large part of the income generated by BUC is spent on managing these facilities for the benefit of the local community.
We are very lucky in Bourne to have a charity like BUC which over the years has been able to provide financial help and housing to so many and to protect park land and historic buildings for the use and enjoyment of the local community. Long may it continue!”
Philip Knowles, BUC Trustee
Objectives of the charity
Bourne United Charities is principally an Almshouse charity, whose main objectives are the provision of Almshouses, the relief of need in the Parish (Bourne, Dyke, Twenty and Cawthorpe) and the provision of social amenities for the benefit of inhabitants generally.
Latest news articles
New Signage
The two Wellhead historical signs have now been installed, in addition to the interpretive sign on the Abbey Lawn. The signs tell you about the importance of St. Peter’s Pool, the Castle and who...
Kevin Day Remembered
A new tree has been planted on the Jubilee Meadow in memory of Kevin Day, who was Environmental Consultant to Bourne United Charities for over 12 years until his sudden and untimely death in May...
Almshouse Residents Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
On Thursday 2nd June 2022, residents from the Almshouses, West Road, Bourne welcomed friends, family and trustees to their celebration to mark the anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth...
How to get in touch with BUC:
Apply for an Almshouse
To make enquiries or apply for an Almshouse call 01778 422387 between 10am - 1pm Wednesday and Thursday or alternatively email info@bourneunitedcharities.co.uk
NONE AVAILABLE AT PRESENT
Apply for Grant Aid
Apply for a Project Grant
To apply for a project grant, download the Project Grant Application Form - local organisations, groups and charities may apply.
Apply for financial assistance - The Essex
To make enquiries or apply for financial assistance for those in need call 01778 422387 between 10am - 1pm Wednesday and Thursday or email info@bourneunitedcharities.co.uk
Apply for an Almshouse
To make enquiries or apply for an Almshouse call 01778 422387 between 10am - 1pm Wednesday and Thursday or alternatively email info@bourneunitedcharities.co.uk
NONE AVAILABLE AT PRESENT
Apply for Grant Aid
Apply for a Project Grant
To apply for a project grant, download the Project Grant Application Form - local organisations, groups and charities may apply.
Apply for financial assistance - The Essex
To make enquiries or apply for financial assistance for those in need call 01778 422387 between 10am - 1pm Wednesday and Thursday or email info@bourneunitedcharities.co.uk
Call 01778 422387
Email info@bourneunitedcharities.co.uk
Bourne United Charities, The Red Hall, South Street, Bourne, Lincolnshire PE10 9LY
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