Friends Of Portland Works
To promote urban regeneration in areas of social and economic deprivation in Sheffield and the surrounding area assisting in the preservation of buildings or sites of historic or architectural importance, and in protecting the built environment. In particular Portland Works (a Grade 2* listed building).
Activities & Mission
To promote urban regeneration in areas of social and economic deprivation in Sheffield and the surrounding area assisting in the preservation of buildings or sites of historic or architectural importance, and in protecting the built environment. In particular Portland Works (a Grade 2* listed building).
Grants
Friends Of Portland Works is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £12,441
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science, the environment, conservation, or heritage and economic or community development and employment
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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Financial Information
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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 | £15,353 | £12,441 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2024 | £9,804 | £6,877 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2023 | £3,824 | £4,821 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £2,622 | £3,956 | 0 / 11 | |||
| 2021 | £4,922 | £9,871 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Portland Works
What does Friends Of Portland Works do?
To promote urban regeneration in areas of social and economic deprivation in Sheffield and the surrounding area assisting in the preservation of buildings or sites of historic or architectural importance, and in protecting the built environment. In particular Portland Works (a Grade 2* listed building).
How much income did Friends Of Portland Works report in 2025?
Friends Of Portland Works reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £12k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Of Portland Works registered as a charity?
Friends Of Portland Works was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 February 2015 as charity number 1160641. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Friends Of Portland Works?
Friends Of Portland Works is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul Geoffrey Iseard. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of Portland Works operate?
Friends Of Portland Works operates across 3 areas: Barnsley, Rotherham and Sheffield City.
Is Friends Of Portland Works a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of Portland Works is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160641.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 19 October 2026
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