Duchy Of Lancaster Benevolent Fund
To support charitable causes in the County Palatine of Lancaster, in the administrative counties of Lancashire, Greater Manchester and Merseyside, and elsewhere in the country where the Duchy of Lancaster has historical links.
Activities & Mission
To support charitable causes in the County Palatine of Lancaster, in the administrative counties of Lancashire, Greater Manchester and Merseyside, and elsewhere in the country where the Duchy of Lancaster has historical links.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 53% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 27% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 16% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £643,419 | £592,456 | £514,228 | £18,701,493 | £67,031 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,393,338 | £1,602,757 | £1,530,412 | £18,993,556 | £16,068 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £938,089 | £1,058,816 | £988,144 | £17,983,613 | £2,987 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £510,882 | £620,122 | £620,122 | £18,405,030 | £26,214 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £361,714 | £1,116,733 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Duchy Of Lancaster Benevolent Fund
What does Duchy Of Lancaster Benevolent Fund do?
To support charitable causes in the County Palatine of Lancaster, in the administrative counties of Lancashire, Greater Manchester and Merseyside, and elsewhere in the country where the Duchy of Lancaster has historical links.
How much income did Duchy Of Lancaster Benevolent Fund report in 2025?
Duchy Of Lancaster Benevolent Fund reported total income of £643k and reported expenditure of £592k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Duchy Of Lancaster Benevolent Fund?
Duchy Of Lancaster Benevolent Fund has a program ratio of 79.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 53% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Duchy Of Lancaster Benevolent Fund registered as a charity?
Duchy Of Lancaster Benevolent Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 October 1993 as charity number 1026752. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs Duchy Of Lancaster Benevolent Fund?
Duchy Of Lancaster Benevolent Fund is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Duchy Of Lancaster Benevolent Fund operate?
Duchy Of Lancaster Benevolent Fund operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Duchy Of Lancaster Benevolent Fund a registered charity?
Yes — Duchy Of Lancaster Benevolent Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1026752.
Details
1 LANCASTER PLACE
LONDON
WC2E 7ED
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