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Discover 6,576 Heritage charities. Use the search below to filter within these results.

6,576
Charities
£5,185,607,911
Total Income
£591,424
Avg Income
92.6%
Program Ratio

Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.

Ragged School Museum Trust

Education, Heritage

The Ragged School Museum offers visitors and school groups a chance to learn about the social history of and Victorian education in the east end of London.

Latest Income: £588,760
Areas of Operation: Essex
Status: Registered
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The Needham Research Institute

Heritage, Research

Building on the late Dr Joseph Needham's foundation, the Institute facilitates, promotes and develops academic research, publication and teaching in the fields of the history of science, medicine and technology in East Asia.

Latest Income: £583,435
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The Georgian Group

Heritage

The Georgian Group exists to protect and preserve Georgian buildings, to stimulate public knowledge of Georgian architecture and to promote appreciation fot he classical tradition. It runs a casework programme in England and Wales, fulfilling a statutory duty to advise planning authorities on applications ton demolish or alter listed Georgian buildings, and runs activities for members.

Latest Income: £582,355
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Kew Bridge Engines Trust And Water Supply Museum Limited

Economic and community development, Heritage

The charity is principally engaged in the operation for public enjoyment of the museum and historic pumping engines at Kew Bridge Pumping Station, Brentford, Middlesex.

Latest Income: £581,083
Areas of Operation: London
Status: Registered
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Welsh Guards Charity

Armed forces, Charitable activities, Heritage, Social welfare

To promote the efficiency of the Welsh Guards, to commemorate or remember members or former members of the Welsh Guards, to relieve persons serving or who have served in the Welsh Guards in need, hardship or distress, to advance the education of the public in the history, deeds, traditions and role of the Welsh Guards.

Latest Income: £579,509
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The Burton At Bideford

Arts, Heritage

To advance education and the arts in particular by the establishment of a museum and art gallery which promotes public knowledge, enjoyment and appreciation of the arts, local heritage and learning.

Latest Income: £578,785
Areas of Operation: Devon
Status: Registered
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Ditchling Museum Of Art + Craft

Heritage

The objectives of Ditchling Museum are to actively collect, conserve, record, research and make publicly available original material essential to understanding the story and historical context of the artists and craftworkers who lived and worked in the area since 1900. These are to be achieved through the acquisition, organisation, preservation and interpretation of relevant and related objects.

Latest Income: £576,875
Areas of Operation: Brighton And Hove
Status: Registered
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Breadline Africa

Beneficiary group, Education, Heritage

For more than 30 years, Breadline Africa has worked alongside communities and partners to improve early childhood development across South Africa, building safe classrooms, kitchens, libraries and replacing dangerous pit toilets in schools. It's about unlocking potential, restoring dignity and opening doors for children to grow into the leaders, teachers and changemakers of tomorrow.

Latest Income: £572,908
Areas of Operation: South Africa
Status: Registered
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Institute Of Imagination

Beneficiary group, Heritage, Research

The Institute of Imagination works to advance the education for the public benefit in the subject of the arts, sciences and digital technologies by offering learning programmes to young people across the UK and internationally

Latest Income: £572,531
Areas of Operation: London
Status: Registered
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The Somerset Archaeological And Natural History Society

Arts, Heritage

To promote the study of archaeology, natural history and history, with particular reference to the historic County of Somerset, in such ways, including publications and information technology, as the Board of Trustees may deem appropriate.

Latest Income: £570,696
Areas of Operation: Bath And North East Somerset
Status: Registered
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Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre

Associations, Facilities, Heritage, Leisure, Social welfare

The provision of facilities for education/training, amateur sport, recreation and social activities based in Kesgrave for the whole community in Kesgrave and surrounding areas.

Latest Income: £570,315
Areas of Operation: Suffolk
Status: Registered
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The East Looe Town Trust

Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Heritage

Management and maintenance of public access land and buildings on behalf of the people of Looe; maintaining and supporting the volunteer run museum; supporting pensioners, disabled persons, children and young people etc. in Looe by the provision of facilities, equipment and/or grants according to need and available resources.

Latest Income: £568,709
Areas of Operation: Cornwall
Status: Registered
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Foundation For Jewish Heritage

Charitable activities, Facilities, Heritage, Religion

The objects of the Foundation for Jewish Heritage are:* to promote for the benefit of the public the conservation, protection and improvement of the built Jewish heritage including synagogues, monuments, cemeteries, communal buildings and sites of religious, historical, architectural, social or cultural significance* to advance the education of the public regarding Jewish heritage

Latest Income: £568,602
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Bright Foundation

Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Heritage, Social welfare

Arts education charity with two venues in Hastings: Barn Theatre and Museum: 48 seat children's theatre, toy museum, 24 acres of land; and Benbow Arts Space: youth filmmaking space & early cinema exhibition. Activities:- Schools and Groups - cultural education- Public events and theatre shows- Creative skills and employability programmes- Improving access for disadvantaged children

Latest Income: £567,877
Areas of Operation: East Sussex
Status: Registered
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The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO

Heritage

The Battle of Britain Memorial Trust CIO is dedicated to preserving the memory of the men and women who took part in the Battle of Britain commemorating their achievements and sacrifice. The Trust sets out to educate the public about the unique nature of the Battle of Britain and ensure that future generations are aware of the importance of this event and its place in history.

Latest Income: £566,807
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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Site Gallery Ltd.

Arts, Heritage

FREE ACCESS TO VISUAL ART FOR ALL AND TO CREATE AN INNOVATIVE AND EXPLORATORY ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH TO EXPLORE VISUAL ART WITH A PARTICULAR FOCUS ON LENS-BASED MEDIA.TO PROMOTE THE WORK OF ARTISTS AND FACILITATE CONTACT AND UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN ARTISTS AND THE PUBLIC.

Latest Income: £564,870
Areas of Operation: Sheffield City
Status: Registered
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Heart Of The City Partnership

Heritage, Religion

Preserve and protect Newcastle Castle. Advance culture and heritage by encouraging the local community and visitors to appreciate and enjoy the history and fabric of Newcastle Castle and buildings around the area of Old Newcastle. Advance education and learning in relation to Newcastle Castle, St Nicholas Cathedral and the area surrounding the two buildings.

Latest Income: £563,685
Areas of Operation: Newcastle Upon Tyne City
Status: Registered
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Hms Victory Preservation Endowment Fund

Armed forces, Heritage

Preserve, restore and maintain HMS Victory Educate the Naval Service, Auxiliaries and the public about the history of HMS Victory and of the Royal Navy Promote the efficiency of the armed forces by assisting recruitment and retention and fostering the esprit de corps of the Royal Navy; and Commemorate those members of the Naval Service and Auxiliaries who have died while on active service

Latest Income: £563,328
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Jill And Norman Franklin Trust

Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Health, Heritage, Social welfare

Grants to organisations working with refugees and asylum seekers, people with mental health or learning disabilities, desistance from crime, domestic violence. Grants are given to organisations working in NE England and Central Scotland. A small number of grants are given for restoration of architecturally important churches. Refer to our website for current application policies.

Latest Income: £556,611
Areas of Operation: Scotland
Status: Registered
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Cecil Pilkington Charitable Trust

Heritage

The capital and income of the Trust shall be applied to such charitable corporations, trusts, associations, or institutions for charitable purposes as the trustees in their absolute discretion shall decide and for the preservation of trust land and buildings for the benefit of the nation or the inhabitants for the time being.

Latest Income: £554,077
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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North East Museums Development Trust

Charity and VCS support, Heritage

The Trust raises funds from individual donors, trust and foundations to support North East Museums achieve it's strategic vision of ensuring everyone has access to museum provision, are able to use this access and to value it for the significant and positive impact that it makes upon their lives.

Latest Income: £551,121
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Gilbert White & The Oates Collections

Heritage

Museum and Field Study Centre operating as a charity organisation

Latest Income: £551,015
Areas of Operation: Hampshire
Status: Registered
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Pipal Tree

Environment, Heritage

Our Mission is to restore the degraded environment in Nepal so that wildlife and communities can co-exist in harmony, while offering opportunities for the poorest people to live healthier, more secure lives and realise their full potential.

Latest Income: £547,826
Areas of Operation: Nepal
Status: Registered
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Christian Community Action Ministries

Education, Facilities, Heritage, Religion

CCAM is a local charity which demonstrates God's love by meeting people's practical needs and restoring self-worth. This is achieved by: the redistribution of furniture, bedding and household goods to those in need; providing support and a listening ear to those needing to be heard and by providing work placements for those seeking a way back into the community and the workplace.

Latest Income: £547,106
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The African People's Historical Monument Foundation (black Cultural Archives) Limited

Heritage

Black Cultural Archives collects and preserves documents, artefacts and other material that reflects the histories of people of African and Caribbean descent in Britain and the African diaspora. Using our collection, we promote the teaching, learning and understanding of their contribution to British life and history through our exhibitions, learning and public programmes and events.

Latest Income: £544,736
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Frequently asked questions about this sector

How many heritage charities are there in the UK?

There are 6,576 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 £5.2bn 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 92.6%. 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 £591k. 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.