Arthritis UK
Also known as: Arthritis Research Campaign, Arthritis Research UK, The Arthritis and Rheumatism Council for Research in Great Britain and the Commonwealth (formerly the Empire Rheumatism Council), Versus Arthritis, Arc
The charity funds scientific and medical research into all types of arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions. It is working to take the pain away from sufferers with all forms of arthritis and helping people to remain active. This will be achieved through funding high-quality research, providing services, information and campaigning.The charity's vision is a future free of arthritis.
Activities & Mission
The charity funds scientific and medical research into all types of arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions. It is working to take the pain away from sufferers with all forms of arthritis and helping people to remain active. This will be achieved through funding high-quality research, providing services, information and campaigning.The charity's vision is a future free of arthritis.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 92% of UK Research charities with income over £10M (sample: 98). How is this calculated?
Higher than 33% of UK Research charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 27% of UK Research charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £30,018,000 | £40,976,000 | £34,893,000 | £128,030,000 | £124,585,000 | 280 / 385 |
| 2024 | £31,731,000 | £32,604,000 | £26,326,000 | £135,171,000 | £132,147,000 | 302 / 984 |
| 2023 | £29,425,000 | £29,996,000 | £23,220,000 | £128,466,000 | £125,506,000 | 280 / 590 |
| 2022 | £30,614,000 | £46,348,000 | £38,060,000 | £153,623,000 | £108,700,000 | 357 / 711 |
| 2021 | £25,438,000 | £83,897,000 | £75,897,000 | £184,453,000 | £178,722,000 | 389 / 826 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Arthritis UK
What does Arthritis UK do?
The charity funds scientific and medical research into all types of arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions. It is working to take the pain away from sufferers with all forms of arthritis and helping people to remain active. This will be achieved through funding high-quality research, providing services, information and campaigning.The charity's vision is a future free of arthritis.
How much income did Arthritis UK report in 2025?
Arthritis UK reported total income of £30.02m and reported expenditure of £40.98m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Arthritis UK?
Arthritis UK has a program ratio of 116.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 92% of UK Research charities with income over £10M (sample of 98 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Arthritis UK registered as a charity?
Arthritis UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1962 as charity number 207711. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Arthritis UK?
Arthritis UK is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Arthritis UK operate?
Arthritis UK operates across 5 areas, including Guernsey, Isle Of Man, Northern Ireland and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Arthritis UK a registered charity?
Yes — Arthritis UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 207711.
Details
120 Aldersgate Street
London
EC1A 4JQ
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Also Known As
- Arthritis Research Campaign
- Arthritis Research UK
- The Arthritis and Rheumatism Council for Research in Great Britain and the Commonwealth (formerly the Empire Rheumatism Council)
- Versus Arthritis
- Arc
- Arthritis UK
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated