Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust
Supporting the work of the Leicester Cathedral:i) the provision of a fitting place of interment for the human remains of King Richard III of England and associated religious facilities and activities and the repair, maintenance and renewal of all such provisions and facilities; and ii) the preservation, maintenance and development of the Cathedral Church of St Martin in Leicester generally.
Activities & Mission
Supporting the work of the Leicester Cathedral:i) the provision of a fitting place of interment for the human remains of King Richard III of England and associated religious facilities and activities and the repair, maintenance and renewal of all such provisions and facilities; and ii) the preservation, maintenance and development of the Cathedral Church of St Martin in Leicester generally.
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 99% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 89% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £120,386 | £1,599,760 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £705,672 | £2,216,926 | £2,216,926 | £1,537,237 | £2,258 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £789,140 | £1,899,842 | £1,899,842 | £3,048,491 | £7,130 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,539,131 | £1,004,173 | £994,771 | £4,159,193 | £16,058 | 0 / 0 |
| 2020 | £367,100 | £459,315 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust
What does Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust do?
Supporting the work of the Leicester Cathedral:i) the provision of a fitting place of interment for the human remains of King Richard III of England and associated religious facilities and activities and the repair, maintenance and renewal of all such provisions and facilities; and ii) the preservation, maintenance and development of the Cathedral Church of St Martin in Leicester generally.
How much income did Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust report in 2024?
Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust reported total income of £120k and reported expenditure of £1.60m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust?
Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust has a program ratio of 314.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 99% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 July 2013 as charity number 1152990. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust?
Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust operate?
Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust operates in Leicester City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152990.
Details
7 PEACOCK LANE
LEICESTER
LE1 5PX
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- 14 May 2026
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