Heritage Charities
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Shrewsbury Civic Society Trust Limited
Arts, Economic and community development, HeritageThe society monitors & responds to planning applications within the borough of Shrewsbury, encouraging high standards of design, architecture & town planning whilst ensuring the preservation & maintenance of the historic town fabric.The society organises lectures, exhibitions, heritage open days and an international cartoon festival to stimulate public interest and to ensure an end use for history
The League Of Friends Of The Burnham-On-Sea War Memorial Hospital
Associations, Charitable activities, Health, HeritageProvide funds to cover improvements to Burnham On Sea hospital for the benefit of patients and staff or to purchase equipment for use at the hospital.
The Leathercraft Trust
HeritageEducation in the culture and heritage of leathercarft to the general public by means of curating and exhibiting an extensive and well regarded collection of leather items and archival material relating to the leather industry in Northamptonshire and beyond.
Mr And Mrs Groves Dames' Homes
Beneficiary group, Heritage, HousingThe charity provides housing and facilities for up to 12 elderly ladies in 12 flats at 58-80 Mill Road, Deal. They pay the Trust towards the costs of repairs and maintenance and towards the heating costs. The charity's outgoings include heating (gas), repairs and maintenance, insurance, water rate and any necessary refurbishment costs when a flat is vacated.
Village Hall For The Benefit Of Hook, Greatfields And Greenhill
Charity and VCS support, Facilities, HeritageRaising funds for the upkeep and maintenance of the village hall; offering an amenity to the community for the benefit of local residents and clubs.
Haxey Church Estate
Heritage, ReligionIncome to be applied primarily in or towards the maintenance and repair of the fabric of the Parish Church of Haxey.
The Public Picture Gallery Fund, Birmingham
Arts, HeritageThe charity continues to support the City of Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery by making available funds to purchase certain works of art.
Brightlingsea Museum
Beneficiary group, HeritageMuseum collecting artefacts, information, pictures and photographs relating to the history of Brightlingsea and the surrounding area. Providing exhibitions in relation to the history of the town and research facilities for children and adults in connection with the latter.
Acklington Village Hall
Facilities, HeritageRuns Acklington Village Hall for use by the community
The Wiltshire Ornithological Society
Arts, HeritageThe promotion of interest in and preservation of birds through conservation activities, field trips, indoor talks, the production of literature etc. and through collaboration with other interested parties such as the RSPB, BTO, local natural history groups and local government.
Huddersfield And District Family History Society
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, HeritageTO ADVANCE PUBLIC EDUCATION IN FAMILY HISTORY AND GENEALOGY PRIMARILY WITHIN, BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY, THE AREA COVERED BY THE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT OF KIRKLEES.
St John's (blackheath) War Memorial Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Heritage, LeisureThe charities activities entail all that is necessary for the provision of accommodation and support for the 2nd West Kent (Blackheath) company of the Boys' Brigade. The company provides a wide range of pursuits for boys and young men in age groups 6-8, 8-11 & 12-17. These include games, sport, marching, bugle band, camping and other outdoor pursuits, first aid and drama. All within a Christian et
Churcham And Bulley National School
Education, Heritage, ReligionManagement and maintenance of Grade 2 listed buildings to provide resources and facilities for extra-curricular secular and religious education.
Mediterranean Archaeological Trust
HeritageThe promotion of the study of archaeology.
Brooke Robinson Museum Trust
Arts, HeritageTo administer and display the art collection of Brooke Robinson (1836-1911) currently housed at Himley Hall near Dudley. The collection includes 17th, 18th and 19th century paintings, furniture, ceramics, etc.
British Enginemen Steam Preservation Society
HeritageREBUILDING a black five steam engine 45293MN.BLUE STAR 35010
Mrs Gilliat's Almshouses
Heritage, HousingRepair and maintenance of 4 Almshouses in Chorleywood, Hertfordshire, which are occupied under licence by people in need and/or on a low income, and as and when necessary finding suitable occupiers.
The Friends Of The Ancient Monuments And Museum Of Winchelsea
Associations, HeritagePromoting, supporting, assisting and improving the Museum of Winchelsea; maintaining and preserving or assisting in the maintenance and preservation of the Ancient Monuments of the town.
Bath Postal Museum
HeritageMaintaining the Museum with varied and changing displays exhibiting Philatelic and Postal-related material of educational and historical interest or value.
Husthwaite Village Hall
Beneficiary group, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureTREASURE HUNT; Quarterley Market. VENUE FOR THE ACTIVITIES OF COMMUNITY ORGANISATIONS: BURNS NIGHT; LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY; GARDENING CLUB - MONTHLY + PLANT SALE; YOGA; PRIVATE PARTIES; PCC'S HARVEST HOE DOWN; NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH; YOUTH CLUB; CALENDAR OF VILLAGE HALL COMMITTEE OCCASIONS. APPLE TREE CAFE MONTHLY. ORCHARD VILLAGE MONTHLY. PRIME TIMEBI-MONTHLY PARISH COUNCIL MEETS IN THE HALL.
Llandrindod Wells Spa Town Trust Limited
Health, HeritageThe Trust maintains the old spa buildings in the Victorian Town of Llandrindod Wells, Powys, Mid Wales. We have two buildings one to provide space for healing and well being. We have many different treatments available eg Osteopath, Reiki, Counselling, Indian Head and Hot Stones Massages, Mindfulness and Life Coaching. We also have hearing specialists and ear wax removal services.
War Memorial Hall
Economic and community development, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureThe Felsted Memorial Hall is a multi-functional hall, providing a centre piece for the village and its surrounding Rural Community. It provides a focus for all age groups of our community to meet together or in appropriate or specialist groups. It ensures that the whole spectrum of our Community have a suitable venue in which to enjoy social, recreational, leisure and educational activities.
The Pipe Roll Society
HeritageEditing and publishing Pipe Rolls and other documents of English medieval government prior to 1350 for the use of scholars and others
Friends Of The Wilson, Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum
Arts, Associations, Heritage, ResearchThe educating of the public by the support and assistance of the The Wilson, Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum ("the Gallery").Making loans or gifts of money to the Gallery, and in purchasing or acquiring or contributing to the purchase or acquisition of pictures, sculptures, works of art, costume, photographs, books and other works of artistic historical scientific or general public interest.
Winkleigh War Memorial Recreation Field
Heritage, LeisureSport and Recreation
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.