Heritage Charities
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The Friends Of The National Railway Museum
Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, HeritagePublish & distribute quarterly magazine. Arrange evening lectures. Introduce volunteers to the NRM. Publish books on railway topics. Promote the NRM's activities.
Spottiswoode Memorial Hall, Otherwise The War And Spottiswoode Memorial Hall
Facilities, Heritage, LeisureWe run Peaslake village hall, a well-maintained facility with modern kitchen & toilets (inc. disabled), stage & dressing rooms. In a quiet Surrey village, the hall is used by village organisations (eg. Badminton club, Peaslake players, Community Fund) and is excellent for parties, pilates, wedding receptions, charity sales & similar events.
The Cutlers' Hall Preservation Trust Limited
HeritageTo preserve and maintain for the benefit of the towns people of Sheffield the historical, architectural and constructional heritage of the Cutlers Hall.
The Merchant's House (marlborough) Trust
Arts, HeritageThe preservation of architectural and constructional heritage buildings, and education by the exhibition of buildings, objects, books and documents.
Canolfan Cymdeithasol Porthmadog (portmadoc Community Centre Association)
Arts, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Facilities, Health, Heritage, Religion, Saving of livesTown and County Council meetings, NSPCC fundraisers, GCC youth strategy, Career support, CPD Porthmadog FC support, Bingo, Church services, Ffestiniog railway meetings, Merched y gest, English and Welsh learning classes, Weight watchers, Porthmadog Fire service, Young farmers club, Wrestling, Concerts, Club for the Blind, Local produce market, Line dancing, art classes and Family history events.
The Rye Art Gallery Trust
Arts, Beneficiary group, HeritageSUPPORT LOCAL CONTEMPORARY ART, EXHIBIT PERMANENT COLLECTION, PROVIDE YOUNG PEOPLES' WORKSHOPS, PROVIDE ART RELATED EDUCATION/PRESENTATION FOR RYE AREA, CONSERVE HERITAGE ASSETS - BUILDINGS AND ART WORKS - OF THE TRUST.
Hertfordshire Building Preservation Trust LTD
Beneficiary group, HeritageWHAT WE ARE ABOUT - Preserving buildings of architectural and historic importance - Helping to rescue buildings at risk - Organising conservation seminars, exhibitions and visits - Operating learning and outreach programmes for young people - Operating two heritage museums ....in the County of Hertfordshire.
Mothecombe Preservation Trust
Heritage, HousingThe preservation of land and buildings of architectural or historical importance and to provide accommodation/housing
Eyam Museum Limited
HeritageEyam Museum Ltd. operates a small museum whose central theme is the outbreak of bubonic plague in Eyam in 1665/66. The museum tells the story of the village from prehistoric to modern times, with sets, graphic panels, and artefacts.
World Arabian Horse Organization
Animals, Heritage, ResearchTo promote public interest in and the science of the breeding of Arabian horses; to advance education for the benefit of the public about horses, horse welfare and Arabian horses in particular; to promote and facilitate the acquisition and distribution of knowledge in all countries of the history, care and treatment of the Arabian breed.
Norfolk Historic Buildings Trust
HeritageTo preserve historical, architectural and constructional heritage in Norfolk.
St Neots Museum Limited
HeritageThe operation of a museum in St Neots
The Nostell Trust
HeritageEnsuring the upkeep of historic buildings.
The Fleet Air Arm Museum
Armed forces, HeritageWe collect and maintain for public display and examination, aircraft, related documents and general exhibits, predominantly related to the Royal Naval Air Service and the Fleet Air Arm.
The Montgomery Waterway Restoration Trust
HeritageTo promote the restoration of the Montgomery Canal from Welsh Frankton in the County of Salop to Newtown in the County of Powys
The Annie Tranmer Charitable Trust
Beneficiary group, HeritageThe making of grants; to registered charities based in Suffolk and adjacent counties, to National charities; to the advancement of education and historical research relating to Sutton Hoo burial site; to further the education of children and young persons in Suffolk.
Gotham Memorial Hall And Recreation Ground Trust
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureFor the well being of local residents.This includes sporting facilities ie cricket, football, outdoor bowls, tennis and netballThe Memorial Hall supports all activities such as Doctors Surgery, library facilities, Women's Institute, Line Dancing, Coffee club, British Legion meetings, History Society, tea dancing, Astronomical Society, Pilates and other group exercise classes, mother/baby group
Kempton Great Engines Trust Limited
HeritageProvision of Museum based upon Kempton Pumping Station, Snakey Lane, Hanworth, Middlesex TW136XH
Royal Cambrian Academy Of Art
Arts, Education, HeritageArt Gallery and Academy of Artist Members.Free access to in excess of 12 temporary exhibitions per year. With lectures, workshops, master-classes and demonstrations, working with the general public, schools and community groups.
Wirksworth Heritage Centre
HeritageTo advance education in, research into and knowledge and interpretation of the history and development of the town of Wirksworth in Derbyshire, for the benefit of the public in general and the inhabitants of Derbyshire in particular and for such purposes to provide and manage a heritage centre in Wirksworth with museum and related activities and facilities.
Kent Battle Of Britain Museum Trust Limited
HeritageA MUSEUM OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. IT CONTAINS AIRCRAFT, RELICS AND MEMORABILIA FROM THE BATTLE OF BRITAIN PERIOD OF 1940 DURING WORLD WAR 11.
The Museum Of Richmond
Education, HeritageLocal history museum promoting local heritage and education. Care and conservation of local history artifacts, mounting of exhibitions, educational service to local schools.
The Cornwall Buildings Preservation Trust
HeritageThe preservation and restoration of buildings of architectural or historic interest anywhere within Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly. The charity operates on a rolling fund basis, by utilising its funds to buy, restore and sell. In the light of the increasingly difficult property market, greater emphasis will in future be put on working in partnership.
Hospital Of William Browne, Merchant
Beneficiary group, Health, Heritage, Housing, ReligionAlms House Accommodation scheme for elderly people, thirteen flats, 24 hour care line cover provided by local authority.The medieval buildings have a voluntary museum . The original chapel still offers residents and visitors Holy Communion monthly ( Normally the first Wednesday of each month at 10.00 AM). The two remunerated persons are the Clerk to the Trustees and Custodian/Caretaker
Cecil Higgins Art Gallery
Arts, HeritageArt Galleries/Museums
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many heritage charities are there in the UK?
There are 2,701 registered heritage charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the heritage charities by income?
Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£569.5m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of heritage charities?
Heritage charities reported a combined annual income of £2.7bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for heritage charities?
Across all heritage charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 100.0%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of heritage charities?
Heritage charities have an average annual income of £758k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.