Cambridge Past, Present & Future
Also known as: The Cambridge Preservation Society
Cambridge Past, Present & Future works to keep Cambridge and its surroundings special by positively influencing planning developments, delivering environmental education and managing the green spaces and historic buildings in its care for the benefit of all.
Activities & Mission
Cambridge Past, Present & Future works to keep Cambridge and its surroundings special by positively influencing planning developments, delivering environmental education and managing the green spaces and historic buildings in its care for the benefit of all.
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 26% of UK Facilities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 283). How is this calculated?
Higher than 39% of UK Facilities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 45% of UK Facilities 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.
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 | £1,135,547 | £920,553 | £824,965 | £11,302,589 | £3,270,594 | 10 / 341 |
| 2024 | £1,100,523 | £1,003,386 | £794,518 | £11,190,763 | £4,506,539 | 10 / 250 |
| 2023 | £1,069,054 | £993,624 | £861,028 | £11,037,957 | £3,148,912 | 12 / 115 |
| 2022 | £2,503,134 | £883,802 | £680,975 | £11,235,017 | £3,310,892 | 9 / 115 |
| 2021 | £768,719 | £581,256 | £553,318 | £9,456,545 | £2,982,949 | 8 / 100 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Cambridge Past, Present & Future
What does Cambridge Past, Present & Future do?
Cambridge Past, Present & Future works to keep Cambridge and its surroundings special by positively influencing planning developments, delivering environmental education and managing the green spaces and historic buildings in its care for the benefit of all.
How much income did Cambridge Past, Present & Future report in 2025?
Cambridge Past, Present & Future reported total income of £1.14m and reported expenditure of £921k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cambridge Past, Present & Future?
Cambridge Past, Present & Future has a program ratio of 72.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 26% of UK Facilities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 283 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Cambridge Past, Present & Future registered as a charity?
Cambridge Past, Present & Future was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 February 1962 as charity number 204121. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Cambridge Past, Present & Future?
Cambridge Past, Present & Future 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 Cambridge Past, Present & Future operate?
Cambridge Past, Present & Future operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Cambridge Past, Present & Future a registered charity?
Yes — Cambridge Past, Present & Future is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 204121.
Details
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Babraham
Cambridge
CB22 3AE
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated