Bernard Leach (st Ives) Trust Limited
The Trust's objectives are to:-Advance the education of the public in the life and work of Bernard Leach-Preserve and maintain his former home and workplace at Higher Stennack, St.Ives to house and display examples of his work and those of others-Train people in the art, craft and manufacture of pottery and related skills and increase the appreciation of the public in the ceramic arts
Activities & Mission
The Trust's objectives are to:-Advance the education of the public in the life and work of Bernard Leach-Preserve and maintain his former home and workplace at Higher Stennack, St.Ives to house and display examples of his work and those of others-Train people in the art, craft and manufacture of pottery and related skills and increase the appreciation of the public in the ceramic arts
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 2% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 5% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 60% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £8,361,491 | £848,353 | £394,329 | £9,378,114 | £407,340 | 25 / 15 |
| 2024 | £1,701,106 | £897,793 | £465,429 | £1,864,976 | £469,495 | 24 / 12 |
| 2023 | £828,423 | £724,158 | £403,339 | £1,051,715 | £594,972 | 15 / 8 |
| 2022 | £757,206 | £723,735 | £425,732 | £947,450 | £574,588 | 14 / 7 |
| 2021 | £723,926 | £597,520 | £368,880 | £913,979 | £540,122 | 16 / 14 |
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Frequently asked questions about Bernard Leach (st Ives) Trust Limited
What does Bernard Leach (st Ives) Trust Limited do?
The Trust's objectives are to:-Advance the education of the public in the life and work of Bernard Leach-Preserve and maintain his former home and workplace at Higher Stennack, St.Ives to house and display examples of his work and those of others-Train people in the art, craft and manufacture of pottery and related skills and increase the appreciation of the public in the ceramic arts
How much income did Bernard Leach (st Ives) Trust Limited report in 2025?
Bernard Leach (st Ives) Trust Limited reported total income of £8.36m and reported expenditure of £848k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Bernard Leach (st Ives) Trust Limited?
Bernard Leach (st Ives) Trust Limited has a program ratio of 4.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 2% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Bernard Leach (st Ives) Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Bernard Leach (st Ives) Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 September 2005 as charity number 1111263. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Bernard Leach (st Ives) Trust Limited?
Bernard Leach (st Ives) Trust Limited is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bernard Leach (st Ives) Trust Limited operate?
Bernard Leach (st Ives) Trust Limited operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bernard Leach (st Ives) Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Bernard Leach (st Ives) Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1111263.
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HIGHER STENNACK
ST. IVES
TR26 2HE
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