Grimsthorpe And Drummond Castle Trust Limited
The preservation and enhancement, for the public benefit, of Grimsthorpe Castle in Lincolnshire and Drummond Castle in Perthshire and their gardens and parkland together with the collections of art, furniture and the family and estate archives associated with the properties.
Activities & Mission
The preservation and enhancement, for the public benefit, of Grimsthorpe Castle in Lincolnshire and Drummond Castle in Perthshire and their gardens and parkland together with the collections of art, furniture and the family and estate archives associated with the properties.
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 56% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 67% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
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 | £4,297,229 | £4,108,431 | £4,108,431 | £47,608,615 | £9,117,447 | 52 / 50 |
| 2024 | £3,838,350 | £3,539,415 | £3,539,321 | £47,313,600 | £9,240,236 | 53 / 50 |
| 2023 | £8,231,705 | £3,929,385 | £3,922,318 | £46,938,501 | £4,531,000 | 57 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,038,260 | £4,067,913 | £3,939,842 | £42,634,736 | £5,120,107 | 57 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,556,591 | £2,823,789 | £2,677,097 | £41,747,084 | £3,521,852 | 43 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Grimsthorpe And Drummond Castle Trust Limited
What does Grimsthorpe And Drummond Castle Trust Limited do?
The preservation and enhancement, for the public benefit, of Grimsthorpe Castle in Lincolnshire and Drummond Castle in Perthshire and their gardens and parkland together with the collections of art, furniture and the family and estate archives associated with the properties.
How much income did Grimsthorpe And Drummond Castle Trust Limited report in 2025?
Grimsthorpe And Drummond Castle Trust Limited reported total income of £4.30m and reported expenditure of £4.11m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Grimsthorpe And Drummond Castle Trust Limited?
Grimsthorpe And Drummond Castle Trust Limited has a program ratio of 95.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 56% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Grimsthorpe And Drummond Castle Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Grimsthorpe And Drummond Castle Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 March 1978 as charity number 507478. It has been registered for 48 years.
Who runs Grimsthorpe And Drummond Castle Trust Limited?
Grimsthorpe And Drummond Castle Trust Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sarah Troughton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Grimsthorpe And Drummond Castle Trust Limited operate?
Grimsthorpe And Drummond Castle Trust Limited operates across 2 areas: Scotland and Lincolnshire.
Is Grimsthorpe And Drummond Castle Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Grimsthorpe And Drummond Castle Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 507478.
Details
Estate Office
Grimsthorpe
BOURNE
Lincolnshire
PE10 0LY
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