New Forest Heritage Trust
TO DESCRIBE AND ILLUSTRATE THE HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT AND DISTINCTIVE NATURE OF THE NEW FOREST THROUGH EDUCATION, OUTREACH SERVICES AND A SPECIALIST REFERENCE LIBRARY. ALSO TO CONSERVE AND PROTECT THE CHARACTER AND AMENITIES OF THE NEW FOREST FOR PUBLIC BENEFIT.
Activities & Mission
TO DESCRIBE AND ILLUSTRATE THE HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT AND DISTINCTIVE NATURE OF THE NEW FOREST THROUGH EDUCATION, OUTREACH SERVICES AND A SPECIALIST REFERENCE LIBRARY. ALSO TO CONSERVE AND PROTECT THE CHARACTER AND AMENITIES OF THE NEW FOREST FOR PUBLIC BENEFIT.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 19% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 7% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 3% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 | £469,702 | £631,022 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £625,319 | £640,869 | £313,767 | £1,700,753 | £271,965 | 21 / 20 |
| 2023 | £449,951 | £636,488 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2022 | £533,134 | £506,225 | £250,927 | £1,931,730 | £449,195 | 10 / 30 |
| 2021 | £538,012 | £385,998 | £244,740 | £2,885,714 | £376,240 | 7 / 37 |
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Frequently asked questions about New Forest Heritage Trust
What does New Forest Heritage Trust do?
TO DESCRIBE AND ILLUSTRATE THE HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT AND DISTINCTIVE NATURE OF THE NEW FOREST THROUGH EDUCATION, OUTREACH SERVICES AND A SPECIALIST REFERENCE LIBRARY. ALSO TO CONSERVE AND PROTECT THE CHARACTER AND AMENITIES OF THE NEW FOREST FOR PUBLIC BENEFIT.
How much income did New Forest Heritage Trust report in 2025?
New Forest Heritage Trust reported total income of £470k and reported expenditure of £631k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is New Forest Heritage Trust?
New Forest Heritage Trust has a program ratio of 50.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 19% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was New Forest Heritage Trust registered as a charity?
New Forest Heritage Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 November 2019 as charity number 1186656. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs New Forest Heritage Trust?
New Forest Heritage Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Martin Stewart. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does New Forest Heritage Trust operate?
New Forest Heritage Trust operates in Hampshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is New Forest Heritage Trust a registered charity?
Yes — New Forest Heritage Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1186656.
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SO43 7NY
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