King's Arms Trust (bedford)
Also known as: King's Arms
The principal objectives of the trust are the advancement of the Christian Religion in the UK and Overseas; the advancement for the public benefit of religious and other education, and the relief of the aged, poor, sick and disabled.
Activities & Mission
The principal objectives of the trust are the advancement of the Christian Religion in the UK and Overseas; the advancement for the public benefit of religious and other education, and the relief of the aged, poor, sick and disabled.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 28% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 15% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 13% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,074,101 | £2,164,095 | £1,711,263 | £2,702,649 | £367,116 | 63 / 450 |
| 2023 | £2,019,661 | £1,965,683 | £1,542,587 | £2,792,643 | £415,268 | 64 / 443 |
| 2022 | £1,718,476 | £1,645,196 | £1,298,834 | £2,738,665 | £405,279 | 64 / 380 |
| 2021 | £1,585,646 | £1,512,636 | £1,259,469 | £2,916,066 | £499,354 | 58 / 350 |
| 2020 | £1,656,046 | £1,550,634 | £1,300,339 | £2,843,056 | £480,275 | 68 / 300 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about King's Arms Trust (bedford)
What does King's Arms Trust (bedford) do?
The principal objectives of the trust are the advancement of the Christian Religion in the UK and Overseas; the advancement for the public benefit of religious and other education, and the relief of the aged, poor, sick and disabled.
How much income did King's Arms Trust (bedford) report in 2024?
King's Arms Trust (bedford) reported total income of £2.07m and reported expenditure of £2.16m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is King's Arms Trust (bedford)?
King's Arms Trust (bedford) has a program ratio of 82.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 28% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was King's Arms Trust (bedford) registered as a charity?
King's Arms Trust (bedford) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 October 2006 as charity number 1116359. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs King's Arms Trust (bedford)?
King's Arms Trust (bedford) is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Roydon Loveley. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does King's Arms Trust (bedford) operate?
King's Arms Trust (bedford) operates across 3 areas: Bedford, Buckinghamshire and Central Bedfordshire.
Is King's Arms Trust (bedford) a registered charity?
Yes — King's Arms Trust (bedford) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1116359.
Details
King's House
245 Ampthill Road
Bedford
MK42 9AZ
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- King's Arms
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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