Chalke History Trust
Also known as: Chalke Valley History Trust
The Chalke Valley History Trust has been established by the founders of the Chalke History Festival to promote the understanding and enjoyment of history. The Trust intends to carry out its objects by making grants to the Chalke Valley Festival, the Chalke Schools History Festival, school history trips, and other history related projects.
Activities & Mission
The Chalke Valley History Trust has been established by the founders of the Chalke History Festival to promote the understanding and enjoyment of history. The Trust intends to carry out its objects by making grants to the Chalke Valley Festival, the Chalke Schools History Festival, school history trips, and other history related projects.
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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 1% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 0% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 0% of UK Arts 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 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,416,368 | £1,585,272 | £28,600 | £410,600 | £143,702 | 18 / 150 |
| 2023 | £1,327,535 | £1,307,458 | £30,519 | £390,523 | £255,146 | 17 / 150 |
| 2022 | £1,193,653 | £1,267,019 | £41,889 | £390,523 | £162,222 | 15 / 150 |
| 2021 | £221,637 | £153,089 | 0 / 150 | |||
| 2020 | £268,732 | £87,352 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Chalke History Trust
What does Chalke History Trust do?
The Chalke Valley History Trust has been established by the founders of the Chalke History Festival to promote the understanding and enjoyment of history. The Trust intends to carry out its objects by making grants to the Chalke Valley Festival, the Chalke Schools History Festival, school history trips, and other history related projects.
How much income did Chalke History Trust report in 2024?
Chalke History Trust reported total income of £1.42m and reported expenditure of £1.59m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Chalke History Trust?
Chalke History Trust has a program ratio of 2.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 1% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Chalke History Trust registered as a charity?
Chalke History Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 August 2012 as charity number 1148413. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Chalke History Trust?
Chalke History Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Peter Bell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Chalke History Trust operate?
Chalke History Trust operates across 4 areas: India, Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Chalke History Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Chalke History Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1148413.
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Chalk Pyt Farm
Broad Chalke
Salisbury
SP5 5ET
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- 14 May 2026
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