Heritage Charities
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War Memorial Hall, Trefeglwys
Facilities, HeritageProvision and upkeep of community hall for use by all members of the village and surrounding area, thus enhancing the community life of the inhabitants of Trefeglwys by providing communal facilities and promoting community projects of a charitable nature.
Milford Haven Heritage And Maritime Museum
Education, HeritageTo record and illustrate the history of the town and waterway of Milford Haven. To promote the education of Milford Haven history to local schools and colleges.
Huddersfield South West District Scout Council
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, HeritageActivities include an active and wide ranging programme of events in the pursuit of scouting principles; a badge shop selling badges and associated items to scout groups; the maintenance and upkeep of Scammonden Activity Centre, which provides the opportunity for youth groups and commercial organisations to stay at the Centre; and a shop at the Activity Centre selling stationery and refreshments.
Doctor And Mrs Alfred Darlington Charitable Trust
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Environment, HeritagePayment of grants to registered charities operating in the West Country. Charities with a medical bias. Charities concerned with nature conservation and preservation of historic buildings. Charities concerned with the care of the elderly. Charities concerned with the saving of life and the improvement of the quality of life of the handicapped. The Trustees have complied Section 4-Charity Act 2006
The Society For Army Historical Research
Armed forces, Arts, HeritageThe objects of the society shall be the encouragement of army historical research, and the promotion and maintenance of regimental and military traditions including:- a) Research, (b) Quarterly Publication of a Journal contaning original articles, military manuscripts and other material, advice and encouragement to those interested including students, and a lecture programme
Wincanton War Memorial Hall
Facilities, HeritageHALL HIRE VENUE
Pyrford Village War Memorial Hall
Facilities, HeritageTo develop and enhance the facilities in the Village Hall for the use of the communities in Pyford and Woking
Chilham Village Hall
Facilities, HeritageThe administration, maintenance and upkeep of Chilham village hall for use in accordance with the objects set out in the constitution.
Cumberland And Westmorland Antiquarian And Archaeological Society
Arts, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Education, HeritageFunds historical and archaeological research with grants to volunteer groups, schools, museums and academic/professional researchers. Operates a website with accessible heritage information. Support local historical societies in studying the historical environment. Holds study days, lectures and visits. Publishes a respected annual journal, plus books and other publications.
Waterworks Museum - Hereford
Education, HeritageTo operate an industrial heritage museum that preserves and exhibits a wide range of engines/pumps/artefacts used in the water industry in Herefordshire and Wales. Many engines are regularly shown fully working (in-steam). The Museum provides educational services and guided tours can be provided for schools and community groups. The Museum may be hired for community meetings and functions.
The Museum Of The Mercian Regiment (worcestershire & Sherwood Foresters Collection)
Armed forces, HeritageTo collect, preserve and display items relating to the History of the Regiment and to provide information to the public
Society Of Friends Of The Royal Navy Submarine Museum
Armed forces, Associations, Charitable activities, Heritage, ReligionThe education of the public by promotion, support, assistance and improvement of the Royal Navy Submarine Museum, through the activities of a group of Friends.
Pickering War Memorial Charitable Trust
Facilities, HeritageThe provision and maintenance of a unique community facility which is Pickering Memorial Hall. This provides a dynamic focal point for all local charities, businesses and the people of Pickering, at minimal non profit making cost to users.
The North Devon Athenaeum
Arts, Beneficiary group, HeritageThe North Devon Athenaeum provides resources and advice to the general public on local and family history within the North Devon and West Country area. The North Devon Athenaeum holds and maintains extensive collections of local and general interest books, as well as historical documents about local and family history.
Institute And War Memorial
Beneficiary group, Education, Heritage, Social welfareour aim is to serve the community, young people, older people, school, education teach people to comunicate, and social events
Cornwall Family History Society
Beneficiary group, HeritageFamily history & genealogy
Society For Medieval Archaeology
HeritageEducation, research, publicaton of research
The Elham Valley Line Trust
Economic and community development, Heritage, HousingThe charity manages a countryside centre and tea room in an historic local barn, moved from the site of the Channel Tunnel complex, housing local historic artefacts and information. It also manages an adjacent museum dedicated to the Elham Valley Line Railway, housing many rail based artefacts and the English half of the original model from the Channel Tunnel Exhibition Centre.
West Smethwick Park
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureThe park contains a range of facilities for visitors and users including grass sport football and cricket (grass and sytnthtic). Multi Use Games Area, large children's Play Area, fishing pools, Youth Shelter, community pavilion, outdoor gym equipment, historical features, and network of footpaths for walking. The park friends group organises a range of activites/events throughout the year.
The Maritime Workshop
HeritageRestores maritime relics, arefacts and ship's fittings
The Kent County Association Of Change Ringers' Bell Restoration Fund
HeritageThe object of the Kent County Association Of Change Ringers Bell Restoration Fund is to advance the Christian religion by providing financial assistance to churches in the county of Kent or that part of London formerly in the county of Kent for the purpose of maintaining and improving their bell installations by the making of grants from the fund.
Ellel Village Hall Trust
Facilities, HeritageTo provide a village hall or other community building and associated open space for the benefit of all the residents of Ellel Parish, Lancashire, and the surrounding area.
Magic Lantern
Crime and Justice, Education, Health, Heritage, HousingMagic Lantern runs interactive art history workshops in schools and a range of adult groups including prisons, homeless centres and hospices. We show that anyone can understand and enjoy art. We also show how art can enhance and bring to life any curriculum subject or topic and can help develop a range of life skills including problem solving, critical thinking, communication and confidence.
Kingswood Heritage Museum Trust
HeritageESTABLISH A MUSEUM TO PROMOTE, AND PRESERVE THE HERITAGE OF KINGSWOOD FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC.
Friends Of St Michael The Archangel Church, Mere, Wiltshire
Associations, Heritage, ReligionThe preservation, repair and maintenance of the fabric and furnishing of the church of St Michael the Archangel,Mere, and to promote its use as a place of worship. To promote the appreciation of the Church of St Michael the Archangel as a building of architectural and historical interest.
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.