Gerald Palmer Eling Trust Company
The significant activities of the Trust include: the professional management of the Trust's estate; and the long term management of the woodlands for the benefit of the estate as a whole and, as appropriate for the general public; and the distribution of grants for charitable purposes.
Activities & Mission
The significant activities of the Trust include: the professional management of the Trust's estate; and the long term management of the woodlands for the benefit of the estate as a whole and, as appropriate for the general public; and the distribution of grants for charitable purposes.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 24% of UK Facilities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 283). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Facilities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 70% of UK Facilities charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £2,312,348 | £1,638,949 | £1,638,949 | £105,323,017 | £466,289 | 4 / 0 |
| 2024 | £2,207,488 | £1,439,794 | £1,439,794 | £104,874,208 | £351,974 | 4 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,963,708 | £1,384,337 | £1,384,337 | £89,747,314 | £332,471 | 4 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,786,700 | £1,201,805 | £1,201,805 | £89,695,795 | £0 | 4 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,693,544 | £1,239,522 | £1,239,522 | £88,404,238 | £466,862 | 4 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Gerald Palmer Eling Trust Company
What does Gerald Palmer Eling Trust Company do?
The significant activities of the Trust include: the professional management of the Trust's estate; and the long term management of the woodlands for the benefit of the estate as a whole and, as appropriate for the general public; and the distribution of grants for charitable purposes.
How much income did Gerald Palmer Eling Trust Company report in 2025?
Gerald Palmer Eling Trust Company reported total income of £2.31m and reported expenditure of £1.64m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Gerald Palmer Eling Trust Company?
Gerald Palmer Eling Trust Company has a program ratio of 70.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 24% of UK Facilities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 283 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Gerald Palmer Eling Trust Company registered as a charity?
Gerald Palmer Eling Trust Company was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 November 2003 as charity number 1100869. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Gerald Palmer Eling Trust Company?
Gerald Palmer Eling Trust Company is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is DESMOND ROGER WINGATE HARRISON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Gerald Palmer Eling Trust Company operate?
Gerald Palmer Eling Trust Company operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Gerald Palmer Eling Trust Company a registered charity?
Yes — Gerald Palmer Eling Trust Company is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1100869.
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