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East Dorset Heritage Trust

Also known as: Edht

To stimulate public interest and care for the landscape, wildlife, archaeology, architecture, heritage and history of East Dorset and Dorset as a whole.

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Activities & Mission

To stimulate public interest and care for the landscape, wildlife, archaeology, architecture, heritage and history of East Dorset and Dorset as a whole.

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

Dorset

Financial Information

Latest Income
£174,883
Latest Expenditure
£155,639

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 89.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 89.0%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£174,883
£155,6390 / 45
2023
£178,006
£159,5290 / 45
2022
£180,092
£135,2200 / 45
2021
£167,701
£119,2180 / 45
2020
£166,447
£148,6080 / 28

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about East Dorset Heritage Trust

What does East Dorset Heritage Trust do?

To stimulate public interest and care for the landscape, wildlife, archaeology, architecture, heritage and history of East Dorset and Dorset as a whole.

How much income did East Dorset Heritage Trust report in 2024?

East Dorset Heritage Trust reported total income of £175k and reported expenditure of £156k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was East Dorset Heritage Trust registered as a charity?

East Dorset Heritage Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 March 1991 as charity number 1002126. It has been registered for 35 years.

Who runs East Dorset Heritage Trust?

East Dorset Heritage Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is DEREK BIDKAR FRANK BURT. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does East Dorset Heritage Trust operate?

East Dorset Heritage Trust operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is East Dorset Heritage Trust a registered charity?

Yes — East Dorset Heritage Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1002126.

Details

Address
ALLENDALE HOUSE
HANHAM ROAD
WIMBORNE
DORSET
BH21 1AS
Registration Date
8 March 1991
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1002126
Charity Number
1002126

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Trustees

DEREK BIDKAR FRANK BURT Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Catherine Eleanor Mary THOMPSON
DAVID NOEL SMITH
Dr LESLEY HASKINS
Also governs 1 other charity
NEIL JOHN BICHARD
PAT HYMERS
PETER DAVID WALKER
Also governs 1 other charity
Shane Bartlett

Sectors & Classifications

Environment Heritage

Also Known As

  • Edht

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