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.
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.
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 21% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 8% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 6% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £1,245,445 | £1,405,468 | £946,054 | £29,844,342 | £1,637,564 | 10 / 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 2025?
Norwich Freemen's Charity reported total income of £1.25m and reported expenditure of £1.41m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Norwich Freemen's Charity?
Norwich Freemen's Charity has a program ratio of 76.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 21% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
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 14 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
1 WOOLGATE COURT
ST. BENEDICTS STREET
NORWICH
NR2 4AP
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Norwich Freemen's Charity
- Norwich Town Close Estate
- Norwich Town Close Estate Charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated