Llewellyn Edwards Bell Restoration Fund
Also known as: Lebrf
To assist both active and redundant Churches within the Diocese of Salisbury to: Restore and augment existing peals of bells, preserve bells from redundant churches, provide new rings of bells and undertake repairs to bells, frames and fittings and to the fabric of towers and belfries.
Activities & Mission
To assist both active and redundant Churches within the Diocese of Salisbury to: Restore and augment existing peals of bells, preserve bells from redundant churches, provide new rings of bells and undertake repairs to bells, frames and fittings and to the fabric of towers and belfries.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 8% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 131). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 91% of UK Heritage 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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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 | £668,411 | £37,378 | £37,378 | £909,212 | £0 | 0 / 1 |
| 2024 | £17,268 | £15,845 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £28,582 | £50,318 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £125,979 | £14,520 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Llewellyn Edwards Bell Restoration Fund
What does Llewellyn Edwards Bell Restoration Fund do?
To assist both active and redundant Churches within the Diocese of Salisbury to: Restore and augment existing peals of bells, preserve bells from redundant churches, provide new rings of bells and undertake repairs to bells, frames and fittings and to the fabric of towers and belfries.
How much income did Llewellyn Edwards Bell Restoration Fund report in 2025?
Llewellyn Edwards Bell Restoration Fund reported total income of £668k and reported expenditure of £37k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Llewellyn Edwards Bell Restoration Fund?
Llewellyn Edwards Bell Restoration Fund has a program ratio of 5.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 8% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 131 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Llewellyn Edwards Bell Restoration Fund registered as a charity?
Llewellyn Edwards Bell Restoration Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 December 1975 as charity number 270529. It has been registered for 51 years.
Who runs Llewellyn Edwards Bell Restoration Fund?
Llewellyn Edwards Bell Restoration Fund is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANDY WARING. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Llewellyn Edwards Bell Restoration Fund operate?
Llewellyn Edwards Bell Restoration Fund operates across 2 areas: Dorset and Wiltshire.
Is Llewellyn Edwards Bell Restoration Fund a registered charity?
Yes — Llewellyn Edwards Bell Restoration Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 270529.
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Also Known As
- Lebrf
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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