Mountain Training Trust
Also known as: Mtt, Plas Y Brenin
The advancement for the public benefit of education and training ( in conjunction where appropriate with other bodies or persons) in skills for the conduct of safe walking, running, canoeing, climbing,orienteering, mountaineering, skiing, mountain biking and other recreational activities generally practiced in the outdoors or in sea, hill, cliff and mountain environments. Conduct of safe activity.
Activities & Mission
The advancement for the public benefit of education and training ( in conjunction where appropriate with other bodies or persons) in skills for the conduct of safe walking, running, canoeing, climbing,orienteering, mountaineering, skiing, mountain biking and other recreational activities generally practiced in the outdoors or in sea, hill, cliff and mountain environments. Conduct of safe activity.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 13% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 787). How is this calculated?
Higher than 7% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 6% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. (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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £4,336,511 | £4,578,758 | £2,427,416 | -£288,564 | £0 | 80 / 0 |
| 2024 | £3,755,526 | £4,138,385 | £2,496,701 | -£46,317 | £0 | 83 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,459,333 | £3,994,755 | £2,286,663 | £336,542 | £82,302 | 75 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,539,603 | £3,360,506 | £1,886,293 | £871,964 | £638,960 | 70 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,641,039 | £2,667,054 | £1,489,903 | £692,867 | £503,411 | 71 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Mountain Training Trust
What does Mountain Training Trust do?
The advancement for the public benefit of education and training ( in conjunction where appropriate with other bodies or persons) in skills for the conduct of safe walking, running, canoeing, climbing,orienteering, mountaineering, skiing, mountain biking and other recreational activities generally practiced in the outdoors or in sea, hill, cliff and mountain environments. Conduct of safe activity.
How much income did Mountain Training Trust report in 2025?
Mountain Training Trust reported total income of £4.34m and reported expenditure of £4.58m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Mountain Training Trust?
Mountain Training Trust has a program ratio of 56.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 13% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 787 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Mountain Training Trust registered as a charity?
Mountain Training Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 August 1997 as charity number 1064023. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Mountain Training Trust?
Mountain Training Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Fiona Sanders. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Mountain Training Trust operate?
Mountain Training Trust operates across 5 areas, including Austria, France, Scotland and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Mountain Training Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Mountain Training Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1064023.
Details
PLAS Y BRENIN
CAPEL CURIG
BETWS-Y-COED
LL24 0ET
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated