Adhisthana Trust
Also known as: Triratna Preceptors' College Trust
The charity advances the Buddhist religion by overseeing the training and ordination of new members of the Triratna Buddhist Order and by making the teaching of Buddhist as presented by Urgyen Sangharakshita available on an international basis to the general public. The charity operates a retreat and study centre located in Herefordshire open to anyone interested in exploring Buddhism.
Activities & Mission
The charity advances the Buddhist religion by overseeing the training and ordination of new members of the Triratna Buddhist Order and by making the teaching of Buddhist as presented by Urgyen Sangharakshita available on an international basis to the general public. The charity operates a retreat and study centre located in Herefordshire open to anyone interested in exploring Buddhism.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 44% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1712). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 63% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £903,828 | £793,478 | £793,478 | £3,511,252 | £150,000 | 17 / 50 |
| 2023 | £794,936 | £787,613 | £787,613 | £3,400,902 | £381,251 | 16 / 100 |
| 2022 | £595,520 | £689,168 | £689,168 | £3,393,579 | £150,000 | 15 / 50 |
| 2021 | £526,984 | £498,403 | £498,403 | £3,487,227 | £727,933 | 14 / 50 |
| 2020 | £397,122 | £448,393 | 0 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Adhisthana Trust
What does Adhisthana Trust do?
The charity advances the Buddhist religion by overseeing the training and ordination of new members of the Triratna Buddhist Order and by making the teaching of Buddhist as presented by Urgyen Sangharakshita available on an international basis to the general public. The charity operates a retreat and study centre located in Herefordshire open to anyone interested in exploring Buddhism.
How much income did Adhisthana Trust report in 2024?
Adhisthana Trust reported total income of £904k and reported expenditure of £793k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Adhisthana Trust?
Adhisthana Trust has a program ratio of 87.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 44% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1712 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Adhisthana Trust registered as a charity?
Adhisthana Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 July 2011 as charity number 1142673. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Adhisthana Trust?
Adhisthana Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Timothy James Brodie. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Adhisthana Trust operate?
Adhisthana Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Adhisthana Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Adhisthana Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1142673.
Details
Coddington
Ledbury
HR8 1JL
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Also Known As
- Triratna Preceptors' College Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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