Lambourn Valley Housing Trust
The principal activity of the charity is to relieve poverty among persons employed, or formerly employed or active in the horse racing industry (together with their wives, widows and dependent children) in particular by the provision of housing.
Activities & Mission
The principal activity of the charity is to relieve poverty among persons employed, or formerly employed or active in the horse racing industry (together with their wives, widows and dependent children) in particular by the provision of housing.
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
Higher than 11% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 5% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £259,909 | £203,030 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £737,527 | £174,245 | £174,245 | £2,816,555 | £2,816,555 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £155,639 | £44,454 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £169,938 | £61,950 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £145,363 | £50,868 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Lambourn Valley Housing Trust
What does Lambourn Valley Housing Trust do?
The principal activity of the charity is to relieve poverty among persons employed, or formerly employed or active in the horse racing industry (together with their wives, widows and dependent children) in particular by the provision of housing.
How much income did Lambourn Valley Housing Trust report in 2025?
Lambourn Valley Housing Trust reported total income of £260k and reported expenditure of £203k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Lambourn Valley Housing Trust?
Lambourn Valley Housing Trust has a program ratio of 32.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 11% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Lambourn Valley Housing Trust registered as a charity?
Lambourn Valley Housing Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 October 1995 as charity number 1049742. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs Lambourn Valley Housing Trust?
Lambourn Valley Housing Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is CAPTAIN RICHARD MARK SMYLY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Lambourn Valley Housing Trust operate?
Lambourn Valley Housing Trust operates in West Berkshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Lambourn Valley Housing Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Lambourn Valley Housing Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1049742.
Details
Fawler Road
Kingston Lisle
Wantage
OX12 9QH
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