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G.w. Staniforth Charity

Also known as: G W Staniforth Trust

The Charity maintains the King's House and Gardens in Thetford as requested in the will of George Wild Staniforth to house the collection (or part of it) bequeathed by him. Some of the collection is looked after by Norfolk Museum Service. Thetford Town Council is the sole corporate trustee.

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Activities & Mission

The Charity maintains the King's House and Gardens in Thetford as requested in the will of George Wild Staniforth to house the collection (or part of it) bequeathed by him. Some of the collection is looked after by Norfolk Museum Service. Thetford Town Council is the sole corporate trustee.

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
£92,427
Latest Expenditure
£178,228

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 182.3%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 18.2%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £0
Charitable Activities £34,389
Other Trading £0
Investments £37,545
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £131,128
Raising Funds £0
Governance £23,883
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£92,427
£178,2280 / 0
2024
£712,934
£131,128£131,128£2,065,673£00 / 0
2023
£90,472
£182,5840 / 0
2022
£90,294
£114,9380 / 0
2021
£68,878
£79,4380 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about G.w. Staniforth Charity

What does G.w. Staniforth Charity do?

The Charity maintains the King's House and Gardens in Thetford as requested in the will of George Wild Staniforth to house the collection (or part of it) bequeathed by him. Some of the collection is looked after by Norfolk Museum Service. Thetford Town Council is the sole corporate trustee.

How much income did G.w. Staniforth Charity report in 2025?

G.w. Staniforth Charity reported total income of £92k and reported expenditure of £178k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was G.w. Staniforth Charity registered as a charity?

G.w. Staniforth Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 August 1995 as charity number 1048890. It has been registered for 31 years.

Who runs G.w. Staniforth Charity?

G.w. Staniforth Charity is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does G.w. Staniforth Charity operate?

G.w. Staniforth Charity operates in Norfolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is G.w. Staniforth Charity a registered charity?

Yes — G.w. Staniforth Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1048890.

Details

Address
King's House
King Street
THETFORD
IP24 2AP
Registration Date
26 August 1995
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1048890
Charity Number
1048890

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Trustees

Thetford Town Council

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • G W Staniforth Trust

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