Brathay Trust
Also known as: Brathay Hall Trust, Brathay, Brathay Development Training
Everyone has the capacity to do extraordinary things that can inspire & benefit others. Brathay's mission is to improve the life chances of children, young people & families by inspiring them to engage positively in their communities. Our achievements are supported by knowledge in our research hub & revenue from our people and organisation development consultancy & our enterprising fundraising.
Activities & Mission
Everyone has the capacity to do extraordinary things that can inspire & benefit others. Brathay's mission is to improve the life chances of children, young people & families by inspiring them to engage positively in their communities. Our achievements are supported by knowledge in our research hub & revenue from our people and organisation development consultancy & our enterprising fundraising.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 40% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 30% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 28% 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
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £5,417,000 | £5,304,000 | £4,888,000 | £1,568,000 | £1,568,000 | 92 / 120 |
| 2024 | £5,215,000 | £5,595,000 | £5,006,000 | £1,413,000 | £1,413,000 | 102 / 175 |
| 2023 | £5,533,000 | £5,747,000 | £5,183,000 | £1,710,000 | £1,710,000 | 109 / 230 |
| 2022 | £5,065,000 | £4,970,000 | £4,550,000 | £1,982,000 | £1,982,000 | 110 / 165 |
| 2021 | £3,731,000 | £3,881,000 | £3,746,000 | £1,864,000 | £1,865,000 | 105 / 58 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Brathay Trust
What does Brathay Trust do?
Everyone has the capacity to do extraordinary things that can inspire & benefit others. Brathay's mission is to improve the life chances of children, young people & families by inspiring them to engage positively in their communities. Our achievements are supported by knowledge in our research hub & revenue from our people and organisation development consultancy & our enterprising fundraising.
How much income did Brathay Trust report in 2025?
Brathay Trust reported total income of £5.42m and reported expenditure of £5.30m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Brathay Trust?
Brathay Trust has a program ratio of 90.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 40% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Brathay Trust registered as a charity?
Brathay Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 May 1993 as charity number 1021586. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs Brathay Trust?
Brathay Trust 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 Brathay Trust operate?
Brathay Trust operates across 2 areas: Bradford City and Cumbria.
Is Brathay Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Brathay Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1021586.
Details
Brathay Hall
Clappersgate
AMBLESIDE
LA22 0HP
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Brathay Hall Trust
- Brathay
- Brathay Development Training
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated