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J C Bamford Foundation

Promoting or developing the science of mechanical engineering, in all its branches and in particular, education, for the benefit of the public, and providing assistance financial or otherwise to such bodies, institutions and individuals, and to support and fund such objectives in such manner as the Trustees think fit.

Activities & Mission

Promoting or developing the science of mechanical engineering, in all its branches and in particular, education, for the benefit of the public, and providing assistance financial or otherwise to such bodies, institutions and individuals, and to support and fund such objectives in such manner as the Trustees think fit.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£509,896
Latest Expenditure
£509,529

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 99.5%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 99.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 1.9%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £500,000
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £9,896
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £507,259
Raising Funds £2,270
Governance £7,259
Grants to Institutions £500,000
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£509,896
£509,529£507,259£142,522£00 / 0
2023
£165,821
£6,3940 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about J C Bamford Foundation

What does J C Bamford Foundation do?

Promoting or developing the science of mechanical engineering, in all its branches and in particular, education, for the benefit of the public, and providing assistance financial or otherwise to such bodies, institutions and individuals, and to support and fund such objectives in such manner as the Trustees think fit.

How much income did J C Bamford Foundation report in 2025?

J C Bamford Foundation reported total income of £510k and reported expenditure of £510k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was J C Bamford Foundation registered as a charity?

J C Bamford Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 September 2004 as charity number 1106038. It has been registered for 22 years.

Who runs J C Bamford Foundation?

J C Bamford Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is STEVEN ERNEST ROBERT OVENS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does J C Bamford Foundation operate?

J C Bamford Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is J C Bamford Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — J C Bamford Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1106038.

Details

Address
J C BAMFORD EXCAVATORS LTD
LAKESIDE WORKS
DENSTONE ROAD
ROCESTER
UTTOXETER
ST14 5JP
Registration Date
24 September 2004
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4010849
Charity Number
1106038

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Trustees

STEVEN ERNEST ROBERT OVENS Chair
Also governs 2 other charities
MARK BAMFORD
Also governs 1 other charity

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