Institute Of Conservation
Icon promotes the long term preservation and conservation of cultural heritage; advances knowledge, education, training and research in conservation; raises awareness of the importance of caring for heritage; and represents the public interest and the conservation community on issues of concern across the wide range of heritage conservation sectors and disciplines.
Activities & Mission
Icon promotes the long term preservation and conservation of cultural heritage; advances knowledge, education, training and research in conservation; raises awareness of the importance of caring for heritage; and represents the public interest and the conservation community on issues of concern across the wide range of heritage conservation sectors and disciplines.
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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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 | £846,800 | £866,721 | £866,721 | £257,715 | £257,715 | 8 / 486 |
| 2024 | £693,068 | £748,203 | £748,203 | £277,636 | £227,636 | 7 / 489 |
| 2023 | £696,048 | £741,468 | £741,468 | £332,771 | £227,692 | 8 / 475 |
| 2022 | £782,222 | £738,005 | £738,005 | £378,191 | £209,468 | 8 / 475 |
| 2021 | £763,286 | £730,399 | £730,399 | £333,974 | £103,089 | 10 / 475 |
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Frequently asked questions about Institute Of Conservation
What does Institute Of Conservation do?
Icon promotes the long term preservation and conservation of cultural heritage; advances knowledge, education, training and research in conservation; raises awareness of the importance of caring for heritage; and represents the public interest and the conservation community on issues of concern across the wide range of heritage conservation sectors and disciplines.
How much income did Institute Of Conservation report in 2025?
Institute Of Conservation reported total income of £847k and reported expenditure of £867k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Institute Of Conservation registered as a charity?
Institute Of Conservation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 March 2005 as charity number 1108380. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Institute Of Conservation?
Institute Of Conservation is governed by a board of 16 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Institute Of Conservation operate?
Institute Of Conservation operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Institute Of Conservation a registered charity?
Yes — Institute Of Conservation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1108380.
Details
40 BOWLING GREEN LANE
LONDON
EC1R 0NE
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