Brain Tumour Research
Also known as: Brain Tumour Research Enterprises
Brain tumours kill more children and adults under 40 than any other cancer..yet just 1% of the national spend on cancer research has been allocated to this devastating disease.This is unacceptable!We are striving to fund a network of 7 research centres whilst challenging government and larger cancer charities to invest more in brain tumour research.Help us fund the fight and find a cure.
Activities & Mission
Brain tumours kill more children and adults under 40 than any other cancer..yet just 1% of the national spend on cancer research has been allocated to this devastating disease.This is unacceptable!We are striving to fund a network of 7 research centres whilst challenging government and larger cancer charities to invest more in brain tumour research.Help us fund the fight and find a cure.
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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 17% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 11% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £8,704,383 | £8,311,646 | £6,078,755 | £3,073,071 | £3,007,361 | 63 / 22 |
| 2024 | £8,572,563 | £7,817,030 | £5,542,955 | £2,680,334 | £2,627,201 | 63 / 22 |
| 2023 | £6,541,610 | £7,074,463 | £4,968,521 | £1,924,801 | £1,924,801 | 53 / 3 |
| 2022 | £7,530,503 | £6,172,555 | £4,329,746 | £2,457,750 | £1,411,085 | 40 / 25 |
| 2021 | £5,314,571 | £4,056,349 | £2,670,552 | £1,099,890 | £931,557 | 29 / 15 |
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Frequently asked questions about Brain Tumour Research
What does Brain Tumour Research do?
Brain tumours kill more children and adults under 40 than any other cancer..yet just 1% of the national spend on cancer research has been allocated to this devastating disease.This is unacceptable!We are striving to fund a network of 7 research centres whilst challenging government and larger cancer charities to invest more in brain tumour research.Help us fund the fight and find a cure.
How much income did Brain Tumour Research report in 2025?
Brain Tumour Research reported total income of £8.70m and reported expenditure of £8.31m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Brain Tumour Research?
Brain Tumour Research has a program ratio of 69.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 17% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Brain Tumour Research registered as a charity?
Brain Tumour Research was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 August 2013 as charity number 1153487. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Brain Tumour Research?
Brain Tumour Research is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROBERT HUGHES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Brain Tumour Research operate?
Brain Tumour Research operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Brain Tumour Research a registered charity?
Yes — Brain Tumour Research is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153487.
Details
Chalkdell Drive
Shenley Wood
Milton Keynes
MK5 6LB
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- 14 May 2026
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