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Abney Park Trust

Also known as: Abney Park Cemetery Trust

The conservation and management of Abney Park (a 32acre memorial park, heritage chapel & woodland nature reserve) for environmental and arts education, skills training courses, museum/archive services, & cultural events. Projects include restoration of the Abney Park Chapel, arboretum, and memorials, and a new classroom and children's garden. Based in Stoke Newington, Hackney, London N16.

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Activities & Mission

The conservation and management of Abney Park (a 32acre memorial park, heritage chapel & woodland nature reserve) for environmental and arts education, skills training courses, museum/archive services, & cultural events. Projects include restoration of the Abney Park Chapel, arboretum, and memorials, and a new classroom and children's garden. Based in Stoke Newington, Hackney, London N16.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£86,395
Latest Expenditure
£69,773

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 80.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 80.8%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£86,395
£69,7730 / 43
2024
£41,613
£41,1080 / 43
2023
£44,991
£45,1310 / 30
2022
£56,569
£41,1850 / 30
2021
£68,380
£47,9030 / 50

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Abney Park Trust

What does Abney Park Trust do?

The conservation and management of Abney Park (a 32acre memorial park, heritage chapel & woodland nature reserve) for environmental and arts education, skills training courses, museum/archive services, & cultural events. Projects include restoration of the Abney Park Chapel, arboretum, and memorials, and a new classroom and children's garden. Based in Stoke Newington, Hackney, London N16.

How much income did Abney Park Trust report in 2025?

Abney Park Trust reported total income of £86k and reported expenditure of £70k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Abney Park Trust registered as a charity?

Abney Park Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 November 1991 as charity number 1005334. It has been registered for 35 years.

Who runs Abney Park Trust?

Abney Park Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Tom Walker. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Abney Park Trust operate?

Abney Park Trust operates in Hackney, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Abney Park Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Abney Park Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1005334.

Details

Address
The South Lodge
Abney Park
London
England
N16 0LH
Registration Date
5 November 1991
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1005334
Charity Number
1005334

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Trustees

Tom Walker Chair
Dr Stephen Patrick Pinkerton
Imogen Rebecca Frances Clark
John McShane
Martina Girvan
Nicholas Toner
Professor Yasminah Beebeejaun
Susan Fajana-Thomas

Also Known As

  • Abney Park Cemetery Trust

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