Heritage Charities
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Yelverton War Memorial Recreation Field And Village Hall Trust
Facilities, Heritage, LeisureProvision & maintenance of a village hall and recreation ground for the use of the inhabitants of Yelverton and the surrounding neighbourhood.
Aston-On-Trent War Memorial Hall
Facilities, HeritageThe Charity operates in the village of Aston-on-Trent in Derbyshire and provides buildings and open space for local user groups and the general public in the local area.
Pamber Heath War Memorial Hall
Facilities, HeritageTo administer the village hall for the benefit of the inhabitants of the parish of Pamber.
Godalming Museum Trust
HeritageTHE PRINCIPAL ACTIVITY OF THE CHARITY IS THE PROVISION OF MUSEUM FACILITIES IN GODALMING FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT.
Hyde War Memorial Parish Hall
Charity and VCS support, Education, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureThe provision and maintenance of a village hall for the community to be used for meetings of local groups, the primary school, leisure, social and entertainment activities, and for private hire by local residents and others. Also, the Charity runs an annual 'Frogham Fair' to raise money for the maintenance of the hall and to support other local groups and charities.
North Devon Museum Trust
Associations, Economic and community development, Education, Heritage, Social welfareMuseum mainly of local maritime matters but also agricultural and social activities as well. A Victorian school is run for local schools to use to give them an idea of educational ways in Victorian times. The catchment area is North Devon.
Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall
Facilities, Heritage, LeisureThe main objective is the provision and maintenance of a village hall for the purposes of physical and mental training and recreation and social, moral and intellectual development for the advantage or benefit of the inhabitants of the Parish of Abbotts Ann without distinction of sex or of political, religious or other opinions.
The Deal Memorial Bandstand Trust
Armed forces, Arts, HeritageThe Deal Memorial Bandstand Trust maintains and operates the Memorial Bandstand on Walmer Green, Deal, Kent. This Bandstand is a Memorial to eleven members of Her Majesty's Royal Marines who were killed in a bombing attack in Deal in September 1989.The Bandstand is a living memorial and as such over 20 concerts are performed each year between May and September.
Painter Stainers Fine Art Trust Fund
HeritageProtecting, repairing, restoring pictures, silverware and other treasures
The Crabble Corn Mill Trust
Charitable activities, HeritageTo promote education of the public through the restoration and preservation of Crabble Corn Mill.
The Longthorpe Village War Memorial Fund
Associations, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureTo use and maintain the Village Hall for the maintenance and improvement of the physical well-being of persons resident in Longthorpe, Peterborough by the provision of facilities for physical training and recreation.
The Evangelical Library
Arts, Heritage, ReligionThe Library provides a resource of both historical and contemporary evangelical literature for the Christian public, and supports similar libraries in other countries.
The Royal Regiment Of Fusiliers Museum (royal Warwickshire)
Armed forces, HeritageThe purpose of the charity is to operate the museum of The Royal Warwickshire Regiment and its successors in order to portray the story of The Regiment for the educational and informational benefit of all classes of visitor and to make this part of The County history available to all.
Penyfford And Penymynydd War Memorial Institute
Facilities, HeritageProvide a village hall facility for use by all members of the local community.
The Rotherham Minster Development Trust
Charity and VCS support, Heritage, ReligionSupporting fundraising for the restoration and repair of Rotherham Minster building internally and externally.
The Friends Of Waltham Abbey Church
Associations, Heritage, ReligionTo maintain and enhance the fabric of Waltham Abbey Church, as a building of historical and architectural importance.
Willoughby Memorial Trust
Arts, Charitable activities, Education, HeritageThe Charity established and now maintains a library and art gallery which is open to the public. It promotes the study and education and a knowledge of literature, the arts and music in Lincolnshire by organising art exhibitions, an annual art competition, an annual poetry competition for schools and by giving grants and loans for study, education and knowledge to organisations and individuals.
Buckingham Old Gaol Trust
HeritageRestoration and maintenance of 'The Old Gaol' Buckingham and its development as a heritage centre museum and source of education for the benefit of the people of Buckingham and Bucks.
Hyde War Memorial Trust (lower Higham Farm)
Heritage, LeisureThe 1924 Deed states that the land should remain unbuilt upon and used for the resort and recreation of the inhabitants of the Borough of Hyde. The Trust maintains the Cenotaph on the top of Werneth Low. The 1924 Deed states that a wreath be laid at the Cenotaph on the 25th June each year to commemorate the signing of the Versailles Treaty which ended World War 1.
The English College Foundation
Charity and VCS support, Education, HeritageThe charity raises funds for and otherwise supports The English College in Prague and enables the College to provide a quality education based on the best British and historical practice.
Hambleden Village Hall
Facilities, Heritage, ReligionThe upkeep and maintenance of the Hambleden Village Hall for the benefit of local residentsFor use by the Church when requiredFor any other purpose the trustee's may allow as long as it does not interfere with the above
The Bath And Wells Diocesan Association Of Change Ringers Bell Fund
Heritage, Religion1. Recognition of the true position of ringers as church workers & the encouragement of ringing for Divine Service.2. Promotion of the Art of Change Ringing - giving instruction to bands of ringers desiring it.3. Provision of an Advisory Service on the maintenance and restoration of church bells & fittings.4. Promotion of order & fellowship between ringers.
The Museum Of Berkshire Aviation Trust
Education, Heritage, LeisureAviation museum is open to the public three days per week during the summer months and a limited period during winter months.We open outside normal hours by appointment for schools, historic societies, U3A groups. The Museum has an active Aviation Society and speakers are invited to speak on Aviation subjects.
Lydia Eva And Mincarlo Charitable Trust Limited
HeritageThe trust aims to restore, preserve and maintain its two historic fishing vessels, the 'Lydia Eva' YH89 and the 'Mincarlo' LT412 as floating museums, open to the public to interpret the social history of Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft, together with the story of the vessels themselves.
Restoration Revival Fellowship (luton)
HeritageWorking to promote and preach the Word Of God to all members of the community. Providing support spiritually, socially and finacially to those members of the community in need. Supporting other churches and charitable organisations both locally and overseas in spreading the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ and charitable endeavours.
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.