Mrs Waterhouse Charitable Trust
Also known as: The Houghton Dunn Charitable Trust
The trust makes donations to bodies embracing a wide range of charities, the main fields supported being medical and health, welfare in the community, environment and wildlife, and church and heritage, with special reference to charities based in, or with branches in the Lancashire area.
Activities & Mission
The trust makes donations to bodies embracing a wide range of charities, the main fields supported being medical and health, welfare in the community, environment and wildlife, and church and heritage, with special reference to charities based in, or with branches in the Lancashire area.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £365,803 | £502,959 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £361,420 | £932,260 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £363,817 | £591,660 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £345,433 | £353,100 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £325,511 | £324,119 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Mrs Waterhouse Charitable Trust
What does Mrs Waterhouse Charitable Trust do?
The trust makes donations to bodies embracing a wide range of charities, the main fields supported being medical and health, welfare in the community, environment and wildlife, and church and heritage, with special reference to charities based in, or with branches in the Lancashire area.
How much income did Mrs Waterhouse Charitable Trust report in 2025?
Mrs Waterhouse Charitable Trust reported total income of £366k and reported expenditure of £503k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Mrs Waterhouse Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
Mrs Waterhouse Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 October 1970 as charity number 261685. It has been registered for 56 years.
Who runs Mrs Waterhouse Charitable Trust?
Mrs Waterhouse Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Mrs Waterhouse Charitable Trust operate?
Mrs Waterhouse Charitable Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Mrs Waterhouse Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Mrs Waterhouse Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 261685.
Details
Parkgates
Bury New Road
Prestwich
Manchester
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Also Known As
- The Houghton Dunn Charitable Trust
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- 14 May 2026
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