Country Houses Foundation
Also known as: Historic Houses Foundation
Grant making trust with the objects of:to advance the preservation for the public benefit of buildings of sufficient historic or architectural significance or importance to merit preservation together with their gardens and grounds and:to protect and augment the amenities and furnishings of any such buildings , gardens and grounds.
Activities & Mission
Grant making trust with the objects of:to advance the preservation for the public benefit of buildings of sufficient historic or architectural significance or importance to merit preservation together with their gardens and grounds and:to protect and augment the amenities and furnishings of any such buildings , gardens and grounds.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £850,273 | £489,185 | £489,185 | £18,253,665 | £18,073,778 | 1 / 0 |
| 2024 | £769,988 | £675,413 | £624,311 | £18,129,834 | £16,620,179 | 1 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,114,999 | £624,879 | £570,783 | £16,741,159 | £15,528,404 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,661,959 | £2,837,703 | £2,785,901 | £14,215,444 | £12,671,637 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £5,111,206 | £3,517,080 | £3,473,216 | £14,759,646 | £13,166,213 | 1 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Country Houses Foundation
What does Country Houses Foundation do?
Grant making trust with the objects of:to advance the preservation for the public benefit of buildings of sufficient historic or architectural significance or importance to merit preservation together with their gardens and grounds and:to protect and augment the amenities and furnishings of any such buildings , gardens and grounds.
How much income did Country Houses Foundation report in 2025?
Country Houses Foundation reported total income of £850k and reported expenditure of £489k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Country Houses Foundation registered as a charity?
Country Houses Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 August 2005 as charity number 1111049. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Country Houses Foundation?
Country Houses Foundation is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jeremy Musson FSA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Country Houses Foundation operate?
Country Houses Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Country Houses Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Country Houses Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1111049.
Details
70 Cowcross Street
LONDON
EC1M 6EJ
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Also Known As
- Country Houses Foundation
- Historic Houses Foundation
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- 30 July 2026
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