Longleat Charitable Trust
Historically, funds have been raised mainly from donations from Longleat Enterprises Ltd, the company that manages the tourist activities at Longleat, and the Marquess of Bath.Funds are used to donate to local community projects including contributions to major repairs, and contributes towards the fuel bills of retired employees living in Estate cottages, as well as other charitable activities.
Activities & Mission
Historically, funds have been raised mainly from donations from Longleat Enterprises Ltd, the company that manages the tourist activities at Longleat, and the Marquess of Bath.Funds are used to donate to local community projects including contributions to major repairs, and contributes towards the fuel bills of retired employees living in Estate cottages, as well as other charitable activities.
Grants
Longleat Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2024)
- £9,000
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, accommodation or housing, arts, culture, heritage, or science, animals, the environment, conservation, or heritage and economic or community development and employment
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £13,733 | £55,926 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £630,199 | £53,976 | £9,000 | £1,084,444 | £891,563 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Longleat Charitable Trust
What does Longleat Charitable Trust do?
Historically, funds have been raised mainly from donations from Longleat Enterprises Ltd, the company that manages the tourist activities at Longleat, and the Marquess of Bath.Funds are used to donate to local community projects including contributions to major repairs, and contributes towards the fuel bills of retired employees living in Estate cottages, as well as other charitable activities.
How much income did Longleat Charitable Trust report in 2025?
Longleat Charitable Trust reported total income of £14k and reported expenditure of £56k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Longleat Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
Longleat Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 August 1996 as charity number 1057715. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Longleat Charitable Trust?
Longleat 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 Longleat Charitable Trust operate?
Longleat Charitable Trust operates in Wiltshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Longleat Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Longleat Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1057715.
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Also governs 2 other charities
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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