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Eleemosynary Charity Of Giles Heron

Also known as: Giles Heron Trust

Manage property and investments for distribution in accordance with the deed to the defined people in the Parish of Wark and Simonburn

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Activities & Mission

Manage property and investments for distribution in accordance with the deed to the defined people in the Parish of Wark and Simonburn

Grants

Eleemosynary Charity Of Giles Heron is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2026)
£18,560
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people and other defined groups
What it supports
the prevention or relief of poverty and accommodation or housing

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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

Latest Income
£40,142
Latest Expenditure
£18,560

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 46.2%
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 2026.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2026
£40,142
£18,5600 / 7
2025
£50,193
£42,3680 / 0
2024
£21,052
£26,3880 / 0
2023
£25,735
£21,6960 / 6
2022
£21,177
£12,9670 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about Eleemosynary Charity Of Giles Heron

What does Eleemosynary Charity Of Giles Heron do?

Manage property and investments for distribution in accordance with the deed to the defined people in the Parish of Wark and Simonburn

How much income did Eleemosynary Charity Of Giles Heron report in 2026?

Eleemosynary Charity Of Giles Heron reported total income of £40k and reported expenditure of £19k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Eleemosynary Charity Of Giles Heron registered as a charity?

Eleemosynary Charity Of Giles Heron was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 December 1963 as charity number 224157. It has been registered for 63 years.

Who runs Eleemosynary Charity Of Giles Heron?

Eleemosynary Charity Of Giles Heron is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is GEORGE JOHN KEITH BENSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Eleemosynary Charity Of Giles Heron operate?

Eleemosynary Charity Of Giles Heron operates in Northumberland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Eleemosynary Charity Of Giles Heron a registered charity?

Yes — Eleemosynary Charity Of Giles Heron is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 224157.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
3 December 1963
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
224157
Charity Number
224157

Trustees

GEORGE JOHN KEITH BENSON Chair
JANE MARGARET KEEP
JUDITH WEIR
Also governs 2 other charities
NICHOLAS ARTHUR RIDLEY
Also governs 3 other charities
Sarah Lunn
Also governs 1 other charity
VERONICA SYBIL ALLGOOD
Also governs 1 other charity
WILLIAM MURRAY MAGOWAN

Also Known As

  • Giles Heron Trust

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2 November 2026
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