Harewood House Trust Limited
Preserving, for the public benefit, Harewood House, its grounds and collections. Promoting the study and appreciation of Harewood as a place of historic and cultural interest and natural beauty, including through events and exhibitions. Providing facilities for recreation, leisure and educational activities. Seeking sponsorship and undertaking fundraising activities to support the charity's work.
Activities & Mission
Preserving, for the public benefit, Harewood House, its grounds and collections. Promoting the study and appreciation of Harewood as a place of historic and cultural interest and natural beauty, including through events and exhibitions. Providing facilities for recreation, leisure and educational activities. Seeking sponsorship and undertaking fundraising activities to support the charity's work.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 6% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 520). How is this calculated?
Higher than 4% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 2% of UK Charity and VCS support 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £5,188,325 | £5,291,731 | £1,688,189 | £17,953,399 | £3,794,716 | 132 / 211 |
| 2023 | £4,910,584 | £4,858,442 | £2,145,075 | £17,951,656 | £40,582,926 | 59 / 200 |
| 2022 | £4,497,724 | £4,493,117 | £2,077,156 | £17,880,568 | £0 | 95 / 212 |
| 2021 | £4,166,255 | £4,009,753 | £1,694,980 | £18,082,709 | £0 | 82 / 350 |
| 2020 | £3,337,272 | £3,591,282 | £1,553,818 | £17,675,885 | £0 | 55 / 190 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Harewood House Trust Limited
What does Harewood House Trust Limited do?
Preserving, for the public benefit, Harewood House, its grounds and collections. Promoting the study and appreciation of Harewood as a place of historic and cultural interest and natural beauty, including through events and exhibitions. Providing facilities for recreation, leisure and educational activities. Seeking sponsorship and undertaking fundraising activities to support the charity's work.
How much income did Harewood House Trust Limited report in 2024?
Harewood House Trust Limited reported total income of £5.19m and reported expenditure of £5.29m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Harewood House Trust Limited?
Harewood House Trust Limited has a program ratio of 32.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 6% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 520 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Harewood House Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Harewood House Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 July 1986 as charity number 517753. It has been registered for 40 years.
Who runs Harewood House Trust Limited?
Harewood House Trust Limited is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is LADY EMILY TSERING SHARD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Harewood House Trust Limited operate?
Harewood House Trust Limited operates in Leeds City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Harewood House Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Harewood House Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 517753.
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