Moyston Trust
The purposes of the charity are to provide for the maintenance of priests, support of the poor, provide Roman Catholic education of children and support of the Roman Catholic Religion within the geographical boundaries of the Diocese of Lancaster .
Activities & Mission
The purposes of the charity are to provide for the maintenance of priests, support of the poor, provide Roman Catholic education of children and support of the Roman Catholic Religion within the geographical boundaries of the Diocese of Lancaster .
Grants
Moyston Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £3,959
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty and religious activities
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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Financial Information
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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 | £12,903 | £3,959 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £17,440 | £4,758 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £19,931 | £5,847 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £18,527 | £6,971 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Moyston Trust
What does Moyston Trust do?
The purposes of the charity are to provide for the maintenance of priests, support of the poor, provide Roman Catholic education of children and support of the Roman Catholic Religion within the geographical boundaries of the Diocese of Lancaster .
How much income did Moyston Trust report in 2025?
Moyston Trust reported total income of £13k and reported expenditure of £4k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Moyston Trust registered as a charity?
Moyston Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 October 1965 as charity number 244542. It has been registered for 61 years.
Who runs Moyston Trust?
Moyston Trust is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Paul Swarbrick. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Moyston Trust operate?
Moyston Trust operates across 2 areas: Cumbria and Lancashire.
Is Moyston Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Moyston Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 244542.
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Trustees
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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