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Hartlebury Castle Preservation Trust

The Trust has been formed with the aim of acquiring Hartlebury Castle from its current owners, the Church Commissioners as the property is no longer required and they wish to dispose of it. We intend to acquire the property and grounds for the use and enjoyment of the community, and to allow the nationally important Hurd Library to remain intact and located within the Castle.

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Activities & Mission

The Trust has been formed with the aim of acquiring Hartlebury Castle from its current owners, the Church Commissioners as the property is no longer required and they wish to dispose of it. We intend to acquire the property and grounds for the use and enjoyment of the community, and to allow the nationally important Hurd Library to remain intact and located within the Castle.

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
£612,270
Latest Expenditure
£398,653

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 62.5%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 95.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 15.8%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £525,929
Charitable Activities £32,100
Other Trading £18,928
Investments £35,313
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £382,384
Raising Funds £16,269
Governance £46,835
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
£612,270
£398,653£382,384£4,733,041£207,84411 / 140
2024
£294,156
£378,9110 / 144
2023
£204,757
£293,6640 / 106
2022
£381,366
£403,8390 / 106
2021
£382,112
£342,0320 / 150

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Hartlebury Castle Preservation Trust

What does Hartlebury Castle Preservation Trust do?

The Trust has been formed with the aim of acquiring Hartlebury Castle from its current owners, the Church Commissioners as the property is no longer required and they wish to dispose of it. We intend to acquire the property and grounds for the use and enjoyment of the community, and to allow the nationally important Hurd Library to remain intact and located within the Castle.

How much income did Hartlebury Castle Preservation Trust report in 2025?

Hartlebury Castle Preservation Trust reported total income of £612k and reported expenditure of £399k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Hartlebury Castle Preservation Trust registered as a charity?

Hartlebury Castle Preservation Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 February 2009 as charity number 1127871. It has been registered for 17 years.

Who runs Hartlebury Castle Preservation Trust?

Hartlebury Castle Preservation Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Richard Amphlett. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Hartlebury Castle Preservation Trust operate?

Hartlebury Castle Preservation Trust operates in Worcestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Hartlebury Castle Preservation Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Hartlebury Castle Preservation Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1127871.

Details

Address
Hartlebury Castle
KIDDERMINSTER
DY11 7XZ
Registration Date
4 February 2009
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5001423
Charity Number
1127871

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Trustees

Richard Amphlett Chair
Douglas Harold Smith
Paul West
PETER BRUCE GRAHAM STICKLAND
Richard John Earl Mr
ROBERT GREENWOOD
Stuart Kim Munday Mr
Susan Jane Finch

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30 July 2026
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