North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr)
Also known as: Clatterbridge Cancer Research, Clatterbridge Cancer Research Trust
NORTH WEST CANCER RESEARCH FUNDS CANCER RESEARCH IN THE NORTH WEST OF ENGLAND AND NORTH-WALES. OUR RESEARCH IS MOSTLY CARRIED OUT IN OUR THREE CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL, LANCASTER UNIVERSITY AND UNIVERSITY OF WALES IN BANGOR
Activities & Mission
NORTH WEST CANCER RESEARCH FUNDS CANCER RESEARCH IN THE NORTH WEST OF ENGLAND AND NORTH-WALES. OUR RESEARCH IS MOSTLY CARRIED OUT IN OUR THREE CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL, LANCASTER UNIVERSITY AND UNIVERSITY OF WALES IN BANGOR
Grants
North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr) is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £2,218,443
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 92% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 747). How is this calculated?
Higher than 5% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 3% of UK Education 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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2021 — The North West Cancer Research Fund Embodying Friends of Liverpool Radium Institute (organisation 223598)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,270,523 | £3,993,377 | £2,718,822 | £3,795,327 | £3,800,000 | 23 / 135 |
| 2024 | £2,837,688 | £4,176,536 | £3,223,311 | £4,967,279 | £2,590,000 | 18 / 95 |
| 2023 | £2,898,845 | £3,299,614 | £2,539,317 | £5,242,019 | £5,217,312 | 14 / 125 |
| 2022 | £4,896,253 | £3,025,582 | £2,408,486 | £5,411,437 | £5,400,000 | 12 / 150 |
| 2021 | £2,054,275 | £2,114,610 | £1,526,210 | £4,570,907 | £2,080,907 | 13 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr)
What does North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr) do?
NORTH WEST CANCER RESEARCH FUNDS CANCER RESEARCH IN THE NORTH WEST OF ENGLAND AND NORTH-WALES. OUR RESEARCH IS MOSTLY CARRIED OUT IN OUR THREE CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL, LANCASTER UNIVERSITY AND UNIVERSITY OF WALES IN BANGOR
How much income did North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr) report in 2025?
North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr) reported total income of £2.27m and reported expenditure of £3.99m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr)?
North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr) has a program ratio of 119.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 92% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 747 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr) registered as a charity?
North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 October 1987 as charity number 519357. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr)?
North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr) is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr) operate?
North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr) operates across 10 areas, including Cheshire West & Chester, Conwy, Cumbria and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr) a registered charity?
Yes — North West Cancer Research (incorporating Clatterbridge Cancer Research Ccr) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 519357.
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Trustees
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Also governs 1 other charity
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Also Known As
- Clatterbridge Cancer Research
- Clatterbridge Cancer Research Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated