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Garstang Town Trust

Garstang Town Trust are responsible for running the market and upkeep of several listed buildings in Garstang after which surplus money may be given in grants to local groups to help them with their projects. A free charity stall is provided (April to October) outside the Market House for the use of local organizations/groups wishing to raise funds. This can be booked via the Market Superintendent

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Activities & Mission

Garstang Town Trust are responsible for running the market and upkeep of several listed buildings in Garstang after which surplus money may be given in grants to local groups to help them with their projects. A free charity stall is provided (April to October) outside the Market House for the use of local organizations/groups wishing to raise funds. This can be booked via the Market Superintendent

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
£63,965
Latest Expenditure
£67,325

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 105.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 105.3%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£63,965
£67,3250 / 0
2024
£61,473
£65,6080 / 0
2023
£56,715
£54,2390 / 0
2022
£56,715
£54,2390 / 0
2021
£48,772
£41,7020 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Garstang Town Trust

What does Garstang Town Trust do?

Garstang Town Trust are responsible for running the market and upkeep of several listed buildings in Garstang after which surplus money may be given in grants to local groups to help them with their projects. A free charity stall is provided (April to October) outside the Market House for the use of local organizations/groups wishing to raise funds. This can be booked via the Market Superintendent

How much income did Garstang Town Trust report in 2025?

Garstang Town Trust reported total income of £64k and reported expenditure of £67k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Garstang Town Trust registered as a charity?

Garstang Town Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 October 1963 as charity number 225449. It has been registered for 63 years.

Who runs Garstang Town Trust?

Garstang Town Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ian Richard Sewart. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Garstang Town Trust operate?

Garstang Town Trust operates in Lancashire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Garstang Town Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Garstang Town Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 225449.

Details

Address
MARKET OFFICE
TOWN HALL
MARKET PLACE
GARSTANG
PRESTON
PR3 1ZA
Registration Date
10 October 1963
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
225449
Charity Number
225449

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Trustees

Ian Richard Sewart Chair
Alexander Rewcastle Allen
COUNCILLOR MICHAEL GROVENOR HALFORD optional
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DAVID ROBERT LEWIS
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Elizabeth Alice Collinson
Elizabeth Webster
GORDON HARTER
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JACQUELINE ANN NICKSON optional
LADY DULCIE MARY ATKINS optional
THOMAS IBISON
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