Balcarres Heritage Trust Limited
Environment, conservation and heritage in respect of Balcarres House grounds and contents. In order to achieve its objects, the Charity is restoring and conserving the assets in its care, purchasing assets having a connection with Balcarres, lending works of art for exhibition, etc, and maintaining the house and gardens.
Activities & Mission
Environment, conservation and heritage in respect of Balcarres House grounds and contents. In order to achieve its objects, the Charity is restoring and conserving the assets in its care, purchasing assets having a connection with Balcarres, lending works of art for exhibition, etc, and maintaining the house and gardens.
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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 | £260,522 | £380,059 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £408,759 | £403,754 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £252,669 | £432,979 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £199,226 | £245,989 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £169,399 | £292,147 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Balcarres Heritage Trust Limited
What does Balcarres Heritage Trust Limited do?
Environment, conservation and heritage in respect of Balcarres House grounds and contents. In order to achieve its objects, the Charity is restoring and conserving the assets in its care, purchasing assets having a connection with Balcarres, lending works of art for exhibition, etc, and maintaining the house and gardens.
How much income did Balcarres Heritage Trust Limited report in 2025?
Balcarres Heritage Trust Limited reported total income of £261k and reported expenditure of £380k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Balcarres Heritage Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Balcarres Heritage Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 May 1987 as charity number 296766. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs Balcarres Heritage Trust Limited?
Balcarres Heritage Trust Limited is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is LORD BALNIEL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Balcarres Heritage Trust Limited operate?
Balcarres Heritage Trust Limited operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Balcarres Heritage Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Balcarres Heritage Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 296766.
Details
Compass House
Lypiatt Road
CHELTENHAM
Gloucestershire
GL50 2QJ
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