Charity Commission Application

Organisation Details

Name: Burnt Oak Nepalese Community

Application Number: 5286015

Governing Document: Memorandum and Articles (01/01/2026)

Primary Contact

Name: Mr Murari Thapa

Role: Trustee

Phone: 07782385117

Email: murarithapa@hotmail.co.uk

Objectives

(a) To preserve Nepalese culture, language and tradition and promote unity, cohesion and integration.

(b) To enhance quality of life through educational and recreational activities including yoga, sports, music, wellbeing sessions and hot meals.

(c) To promote environmental conservation, protection and improvement for public benefit.

Activities

• Cultural events (Dashain, Nepali New Year, community gatherings)

• Language and music education

• Yoga and Zumba sessions

• Basic Life Support (CPR) training

• Community meals and social hubs

• Environmental clean-up initiatives

Health & Wellbeing Approach

The organisation delivers practical health education through physical activity sessions and life-saving training.

Activities are supported by qualified instructors and healthcare professionals and follow guidance from NHS, Resuscitation Council UK and British Heart Foundation.

Public Benefit

• Improved physical and mental health

• Reduced social isolation

• Cultural integration and cohesion

• Food support for vulnerable individuals

• Cleaner and safer environment

Operations & Location

Operates in: England (London, Barnet)

Community base: Watling Community Centre

Fees & Accessibility

Most services are free.

Small fees may apply for some classes.

No one is excluded due to inability to pay.

Membership fee: £200 per family (optional).

Property & Facilities

Location: 143 Orange Hill Road, Edgware, HA8 0TR

Provided by Watling Community Association under agreement.

Financial Information

Estimated Income: £25,000

Previous Income: £64,024

Bank: Barclays

Sort Code: 202941

Account Number: 20052795

Funding Sources

• Grants (Watling Community Association)

• Donations from members

• Contributions for events

Safeguarding & Risk Management

The organisation works with vulnerable people and follows Charity Commission safeguarding guidance.

Trustees

Chair: Khamir Jang Gurung

Trustees:

• Gokul Prasad Dhungana

• Helisha Gurung

• Kamala Gurung

• Mahendra Gurung

• Manju Gurung

• Thok Raj Gurung

• Murari Thapa

Organisation Contact Details

Address: 143 Orange Hill Road, Edgware, HA8 0TR

Website: https://www.bonc.org.uk/

Email: burntoaknepalisamaj@gmail.com

Declaration

Application Reference: 5286015