Colchester And North East Essex Building Preservation Trust
To preserve for the benefit of the townspeople of the District of Colchester and North East Essex......whatever of the historical,architectural and constructional heritage may exist in and around the District.....in the form of buildings....of particular beauty or historical or constructional interest.
Activities & Mission
To preserve for the benefit of the townspeople of the District of Colchester and North East Essex......whatever of the historical,architectural and constructional heritage may exist in and around the District.....in the form of buildings....of particular beauty or historical or constructional interest.
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 34% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 89% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £839,003 | £510,504 | £510,504 | £386,500 | £0 | 0 / 11 |
| 2024 | £248,667 | £321,143 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2023 | £207,035 | £176,750 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2022 | £178,395 | £96,337 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2021 | £40,063 | £48,776 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Colchester And North East Essex Building Preservation Trust
What does Colchester And North East Essex Building Preservation Trust do?
To preserve for the benefit of the townspeople of the District of Colchester and North East Essex......whatever of the historical,architectural and constructional heritage may exist in and around the District.....in the form of buildings....of particular beauty or historical or constructional interest.
How much income did Colchester And North East Essex Building Preservation Trust report in 2025?
Colchester And North East Essex Building Preservation Trust reported total income of £839k and reported expenditure of £511k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Colchester And North East Essex Building Preservation Trust?
Colchester And North East Essex Building Preservation Trust has a program ratio of 60.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 34% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Colchester And North East Essex Building Preservation Trust registered as a charity?
Colchester And North East Essex Building Preservation Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 February 1995 as charity number 1044514. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs Colchester And North East Essex Building Preservation Trust?
Colchester And North East Essex Building Preservation Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is SIMON ANDREW DALTON HALL MBE DL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Colchester And North East Essex Building Preservation Trust operate?
Colchester And North East Essex Building Preservation Trust operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Colchester And North East Essex Building Preservation Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Colchester And North East Essex Building Preservation Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1044514.
Details
Coggeshall Road
Great Tey
Colchest
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