Colwinston Charitable Trust
The Trust distributes grants to UK Registered Charities working predominantly in the areas of Opera, Music and the Visual Arts, and library and archive projects in Wales. The Trust seeks to sustain and support high quality artistic activities that add to the cultural life and experiences available in the UK, especially in Wales where over 80% of its grants are directed.
Activities & Mission
The Trust distributes grants to UK Registered Charities working predominantly in the areas of Opera, Music and the Visual Arts, and library and archive projects in Wales. The Trust seeks to sustain and support high quality artistic activities that add to the cultural life and experiences available in the UK, especially in Wales where over 80% of its grants are directed.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 25% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 73% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £1,312,469 | £999,223 | £999,223 | £2,383,508 | £1,972,071 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,592,214 | £1,154,237 | £1,154,237 | £2,101,035 | £1,658,825 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,135,043 | £587,593 | £587,593 | £1,693,757 | £1,220,848 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £440,703 | £201,929 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Colwinston Charitable Trust
What does Colwinston Charitable Trust do?
The Trust distributes grants to UK Registered Charities working predominantly in the areas of Opera, Music and the Visual Arts, and library and archive projects in Wales. The Trust seeks to sustain and support high quality artistic activities that add to the cultural life and experiences available in the UK, especially in Wales where over 80% of its grants are directed.
How much income did Colwinston Charitable Trust report in 2025?
Colwinston Charitable Trust reported total income of £1.31m and reported expenditure of £999k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Colwinston Charitable Trust?
Colwinston Charitable Trust has a program ratio of 76.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 25% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Colwinston Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
Colwinston Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 September 1995 as charity number 1049189. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs Colwinston Charitable Trust?
Colwinston Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is MATHEW CARADOC THOMAS PRICHARD CBE DL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Colwinston Charitable Trust operate?
Colwinston Charitable Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Colwinston Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Colwinston Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1049189.
Details
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6 New Street Square
London
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- 14 May 2026
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