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Norwich Freemen's Charity

Also known as: Norwich Town Close Estate, Norwich Town Close Estate Charity

The provision of relief in need and pensioner grants, and the promotion of education to Freemen of Norwich or their widows and daughters. Insofar as income is not needed for the above, relief in need grants, the promotion of education of those in need of financial assistance, the provision and support of recreation facilities for social welfare of those in the area of benefit.

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Activities & Mission

The provision of relief in need and pensioner grants, and the promotion of education to Freemen of Norwich or their widows and daughters. Insofar as income is not needed for the above, relief in need grants, the promotion of education of those in need of financial assistance, the provision and support of recreation facilities for social welfare of those in the area of benefit.

Grants

Norwich Freemen's Charity is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Grants paid (2026)
£838,267
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies, other defined groups and the general public
What it supports
general charitable purposes, education and training and the prevention or relief of poverty

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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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

Latest Income
£975,430
Latest Expenditure
£1,658,095

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 120.8%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 71.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 31.6%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £0
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £975,430
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,177,834
Raising Funds £480,261
Governance £43,239
Grants to Institutions £838,267
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2026
£975,430
£1,658,095£1,177,834£28,665,888£1,728,76510 / 0
2025
£1,245,445
£1,405,468£946,054£29,844,342£1,637,56410 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Norwich Freemen's Charity

What does Norwich Freemen's Charity do?

The provision of relief in need and pensioner grants, and the promotion of education to Freemen of Norwich or their widows and daughters. Insofar as income is not needed for the above, relief in need grants, the promotion of education of those in need of financial assistance, the provision and support of recreation facilities for social welfare of those in the area of benefit.

How much income did Norwich Freemen's Charity report in 2026?

Norwich Freemen's Charity reported total income of £975k and reported expenditure of £1.66m for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Norwich Freemen's Charity registered as a charity?

Norwich Freemen's Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 October 2016 as charity number 1169460. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Norwich Freemen's Charity?

Norwich Freemen's Charity is governed by a board of 16 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Norwich Freemen's Charity operate?

Norwich Freemen's Charity operates across 2 areas: Norfolk and Suffolk.

Is Norwich Freemen's Charity a registered charity?

Yes — Norwich Freemen's Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1169460.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
3 October 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5076381
Charity Number
1169460

Trustees

Boyd Glyn Taylor
Brian Michael Bolt
Also governs 2 other charities
Cynthia Beris Cooke
Emmanuel Sheehan-Flick
Also governs 2 other charities
Jennifer Coe
John Patrick Burton
John Paul Garside
Also governs 2 other charities
JOHN STUART RUSHMER
Kevin Maguire
Also governs 2 other charities
Matthew Robert Packer
Also governs 2 other charities
Melanie Eileen Kent
MICHAEL JAMES ANTHONY QUINTON
Philip Armes
PHILIP MARK REDVERS DAVIES
Also governs 2 other charities
STUART CHARLES LAMB

Also Known As

  • Norwich Freemen's Charity
  • Norwich Town Close Estate
  • Norwich Town Close Estate Charity

Data & trust

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2 November 2026
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