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Leeds Civic Trust

Leeds Civic Trust is an independent, non-political, voluntary organisation. We promote the improvement of Leeds. Our principal aims are to encourage: High standards of architecture and planning; Conservation and enhancement of the city's heritage; Improvement of public amenities and the quality of life.

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Activities & Mission

Leeds Civic Trust is an independent, non-political, voluntary organisation. We promote the improvement of Leeds. Our principal aims are to encourage: High standards of architecture and planning; Conservation and enhancement of the city's heritage; Improvement of public amenities and the quality of life.

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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

Latest Income
£406,693
Latest Expenditure
£409,998

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 50.0%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 97.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 3.8%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £576,279
Charitable Activities £3,329
Other Trading £10,808
Investments £11,386
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £300,839
Raising Funds £8,946
Governance £2,700
Grants to Institutions £7,824
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£406,693
£409,9980 / 100
2024
£601,802
£309,785£300,839£1,770,301£1,412,5225 / 170
2023
£739,393
£345,411£332,195£1,424,800£1,286,0884 / 100
2022
£395,269
£400,9500 / 60
2021
£302,887
£327,4590 / 60

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Leeds Civic Trust

What does Leeds Civic Trust do?

Leeds Civic Trust is an independent, non-political, voluntary organisation. We promote the improvement of Leeds. Our principal aims are to encourage: High standards of architecture and planning; Conservation and enhancement of the city's heritage; Improvement of public amenities and the quality of life.

How much income did Leeds Civic Trust report in 2025?

Leeds Civic Trust reported total income of £407k and reported expenditure of £410k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Leeds Civic Trust registered as a charity?

Leeds Civic Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 September 1992 as charity number 1014362. It has been registered for 34 years.

Who runs Leeds Civic Trust?

Leeds Civic Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Leeds Civic Trust operate?

Leeds Civic Trust operates in Leeds City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Leeds Civic Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Leeds Civic Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1014362.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
28 September 1992
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1014362
Charity Number
1014362

Trustees

Antonia Stowe
CLARE CHARLOTTE CHAPMAN
Clifford Stead
Georgina Elizabeth Mills
Hannah Evangeline Beard
James Bretell
JENNA STROVER
Lucy Moore
MICHAEL ANDREW PIET

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