Heritage Charities
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Hunsdon Village Hall
Associations, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureA village hall providing facilities for the people of Hunsdon and its surroundings. The hall is well used by local groups, Scouts, Local History Society, Parish Council, Carpet Bowls, Badminton, Youth Club, Over Three Score Club, etc. and is available for hire for private functions.
The Friends Of York Art Gallery
Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, HeritageTo raise funds from members' subscriptions, from organising educational visits, functions and parties, in order to aid the development of the York Art Gallery Collection and to sponsor activities to further the appreciation of fine arts in York and its immediate surrounds.
Gilberdyke War Memorial Hall And Playing Field
Arts, Associations, Childcare, Education, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureProvide a venue for a pre school group, Brownies, fitness, sports and social groups, plus a conference room for local organisations. A mobile library uses the site car park.Available for private hire - all proceeds go to the upkeep of Hall. Funds are raised through grants, user groups, Hall bookings, events provided by the Hall, and donations.
Welsh Railway Trust
HeritageThe restoration of Welsh railway artefacts for the education and enjoyment of the public.
St Andrew’s Church Hingham Charity
Beneficiary group, Heritage, Religion, Social welfareProvision of Christian Services and worship. Enabling baptisms weddings and funerals Serving the local community Connecting with the history and heritage of the church and community Encouraging Christian discipleship and commitmentChristian pastoral ministry to those of all ages but particularly children and the elderlySupport of the bereaved
Alfriston War Memorial Hall
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureVillage Hall comprising: Main hall with stage and lighting; this can accommodate 100 persons seated at tables or 150 without. Committee room with access to own toilet and kitchenette. Fully equipped kitchen. Storage room.Disabled access and toilet which include baby changing facilities.Utilised for numerous local educational and recreational purposes including Play Group and Youth Club,
Crookham War Memorial Hall
Facilities, HeritageCommunity Hall for use by the public
Aighton Bailey And Chaigley War Memorial Hall
Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Heritage, Social welfareThe memorial hall provides a meeting place for local organisations and a venue for social events. it is available for groups and individuals to hire for social and fund-raising events.
Friends Of Mount Athos
Associations, Heritage, ReligionThe Objects of the Charity embrace the study and promulgation of knowledge of the Orthodox monastic communities of Mount Athos, and the promotion of their religious and charitable work, along with that of others which are dependent on or connected in some way with Mount Athos. The Charity supports and organises appeals to fund the repair and restoration of monasteries and buildings on Mount Athos.
The New Mechanics Institution Preservation Trust Limited
Economic and community development, Heritage, LeisureBenefiting the people of the Swindon area by preserving the built heritage (of particular historical, architectural or constructional interest); by developing and operating facilities for the education, recreation or other leisure time occupation in the interests of social welfare; and providing activities supportive of community development, and of regeneration and renewal.
St Ursula's Home
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Heritage, Housing, ReligionGrants to St Alban's Church serving the community to support curate, youth clubs, repair & restoration of plate and vestments, confirmation candidates preparation, Children's and Youth pilgrimages to Walsingham.
The Gordon Russell Trust
Education, HeritageThe aim of the trust is to preserve 'The Archive Collection' at the Gordon Russell Design Museum for the benefit of those interested in the history of 20th century furniture design, including students, researchers and the general public, whilst continuing to develop an educational role and links with schools and colleges offering design related courses and seminars.
The John And Ruth Howard Charitable Trust
Arts, Charitable activities, Education, Heritagea) The advancement of public education in the field of Archaeologyb) The preservation and protection of buildings for the benefit of the general publicc) The advancement of public education in the field of Choir Schools and associated musicd) Any other charitable object or charity as may be chosen by the Trustees.
The Croydon University Of The Third Age
Education, HeritageCroydon U3A provides opportunities for participation in over 65 member-led groups including languages, chess, rambling, history, Scrabble, poetry - to name but a few. There is a lively outings and holidays programme and a monthly general meeting to which an outside speaker is invited. Members can attend summer schools run by the U3A national office, and study days organised by other local groups.
The Federation Of Family History Societies
Beneficiary group, Heritageinternational body representing family history member societies and their members in encouraging promoting and fostering the study of family history genealogy and heraldry
Paddle Steamer Kingswear Castle Trust Limited
Heritage, LeisurePreservation and restoration of the Paddle Steamer Kingswear Castle to enable as wide a selection of the public as possible to gain experience of sailing in paddle steamers and exploring them, Maintenance of artefacts and documents relating to the Paddle Steamer Kingswear Castle and other paddle steamers.
Murston All Saints Trust
Charitable activities, Heritage, ReligionTo conserve and promote the historical, architectural and archaeological heritage of the old church at Murston; to advance the education of the public generally and especially in the subjects of history, archaeology, ecology art and design, including the establishment and running of an arts centre and the erection of additional buildings for such purposes at the old church at Murston.
The New Alresford Town Trust
Heritage, Social welfareThe trust's principal activities in New Alresford are:- Operating a local community minibus. Running markets in Broad Street. Lessor of the Old Fire Station. Maintaining the avenue and trees in Broad Street. Administering the Arthur Stowell History Fund. Operating a 99 year lease on the Eel House and finalising the restoration. The maintenance and development of the Alresford Museum.
John Jones
Heritage, ReligionThe Charity was established to provide financial assistance to the Parochial Church Council of Cirencester for the upkeep and repair of the fabric of the Parish Church and to Powell's Educational Foundation.
Lincolnshire's Lancaster Association Limited
Armed forces, Charity and VCS support, Heritage, LeisureTo create interest and raise funds to maintain, preserve, restore and display the Lancaster Bomber "City of Lincoln" and any other aeroplanes and objects of historical interest associated with the Lancaster or the Royal Air Force for the benefit of the public and as a memorial to Bomber Command personnel during the 1939-1945 war.
Anglo-Swedish Society
Arts, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Heritage, ResearchThe advancement of the education of the public in science, art, lterature, music, history, culture and other recognised academic subjects of Great Britain and Sweden. Arranging fund raising events and activities.
Care For Limehouse Parish Church (st Anne's) Commercial Road Trust (usually Known As Care For St Anne's)
Associations, Heritage, ReligionThe restoration and future maintenance of Limehouse Parish Church (St Anne's) Commercial Road E14 as one of the major examples of European baroque architecture.
Class Forty Preservation Society
HeritageTo preserve and restore to full working order and operate at galas around the UK, 3 x Heritage English Electric Class 40 Diesel Electric Locomotives built in 1961 at Vulcan Foundry Newton Le Willows and promote their heritage to the general public in whatever manner is available and practical.
The Northumberland And Durham Family History Society
Arts, Beneficiary group, HeritageTo promote family history and assist all those indviduals who wish to research their family history. This is facilitated through members of the society and anyone from the general public using the research centre and library, and through postal enquiries.The society holds family history events in the community within the two counties. There is a very active branch network, meetings open to all.
Staffordshire Narrow Gauge Railway LTD
Charitable activities, HeritagePromoting the education of the public in the history of the Narrow Gauge Railway and General Transport Heritage of the United Kingdom, with special emphasis to the Staffordshire area, by the creation and operation of a narrow gauge railway.
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.