Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited
The Charity is established for the advancement of historic and aesthetic education which shall include the preservation of buildings of national importance, and in particular the preservation and showing of Burghley House, Stamford. The Governing Body is permitted to carry out its activities with a view to conserving the environment of land and buildings owned by the Charity.
Activities & Mission
The Charity is established for the advancement of historic and aesthetic education which shall include the preservation of buildings of national importance, and in particular the preservation and showing of Burghley House, Stamford. The Governing Body is permitted to carry out its activities with a view to conserving the environment of land and buildings owned by the Charity.
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 9% of UK Heritage charities with income over £10M (sample: 54). How is this calculated?
Higher than 4% of UK Heritage charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 0% of UK Heritage charities with income over £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 | £16,035,165 | £15,601,080 | £4,466,553 | £95,932,786 | £95,932,786 | 116 / 15 |
| 2024 | £15,157,422 | £14,478,464 | £4,050,716 | £86,959,874 | £86,959,874 | 116 / 18 |
| 2023 | £13,711,475 | £13,346,153 | £4,245,013 | £83,933,997 | £83,933,997 | 106 / 18 |
| 2022 | £9,056,540 | £8,337,392 | £3,284,861 | £80,620,737 | £79,516,737 | 136 / 18 |
| 2021 | £7,954,576 | £7,800,154 | £3,210,760 | £75,697,613 | £75,697,613 | 126 / 14 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited
What does Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited do?
The Charity is established for the advancement of historic and aesthetic education which shall include the preservation of buildings of national importance, and in particular the preservation and showing of Burghley House, Stamford. The Governing Body is permitted to carry out its activities with a view to conserving the environment of land and buildings owned by the Charity.
How much income did Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited report in 2025?
Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited reported total income of £16.04m and reported expenditure of £15.60m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited?
Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited has a program ratio of 27.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 9% of UK Heritage charities with income over £10M (sample of 54 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 May 1969 as charity number 258489. It has been registered for 57 years.
Who runs Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited?
Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited operate?
Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited operates across 4 areas: Cambridgeshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.
Is Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 258489.
Details
61 HIGH STREET
ST. MARTINS
STAMFORD
PE9 2LQ
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