Nottingham Castle Trust
To advance the education of the public about Nottingham Castle, its occupiers,the legend of Robin Hood and their place in Nottingham's and Great Britain's history, the history and geology of the caves of Nottingham Castle and Nottingham generally, establish and maintain a museum and preserve, restore or enhance the building known as Nottingham Castle, ancillary buildings and grounds
Activities & Mission
To advance the education of the public about Nottingham Castle, its occupiers,the legend of Robin Hood and their place in Nottingham's and Great Britain's history, the history and geology of the caves of Nottingham Castle and Nottingham generally, establish and maintain a museum and preserve, restore or enhance the building known as Nottingham Castle, ancillary buildings and grounds
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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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2021.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | £395,553 | £731,069 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £139,499 | £322,207 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2019 | £24,715 | £159,316 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Nottingham Castle Trust
What does Nottingham Castle Trust do?
To advance the education of the public about Nottingham Castle, its occupiers,the legend of Robin Hood and their place in Nottingham's and Great Britain's history, the history and geology of the caves of Nottingham Castle and Nottingham generally, establish and maintain a museum and preserve, restore or enhance the building known as Nottingham Castle, ancillary buildings and grounds
How much income did Nottingham Castle Trust report in 2021?
Nottingham Castle Trust reported total income of £396k and reported expenditure of £731k for the financial year ending 2021, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Nottingham Castle Trust registered as a charity?
Nottingham Castle Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 March 2018 as charity number 1177745. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Nottingham Castle Trust?
Nottingham Castle Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Nottingham Castle Trust operate?
Nottingham Castle Trust operates across 2 areas: Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.
Is Nottingham Castle Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Nottingham Castle Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1177745.
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