Orthopaedic Research UK

Also known as: The Furlong Research Charitable Foundation, Oruk

The prime objective is to promote the advancement of orthopaedic research and education, and in particular, the encouragement of innovation and partnership to advance bone, joint & muscle health in the UK

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Activities & Mission

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.

Country

Northern Ireland Scotland

Financial Information

Latest Income

£1,428,014

Latest Expenditure

£2,326,043

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 138.3%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 84.9%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 15.1%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £3,795

Charitable Activities £306,390

Other Trading £0

Investments £1,117,829

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,974,992

Raising Funds £0

Governance £351,051

Grants to Institutions £1,096,379

Other Expenditure £351,051

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	£1,428,014	£2,326,043	£1,974,992	£28,910,672	£730,000	10 / 1
2024	£2,309,786	£2,079,712	£2,079,662	£29,692,817	£953,697	9 / 0
2023	£2,059,531	£1,717,322	£1,716,576	£27,682,782	£512,720	8 / 0
2022	£1,339,020	£1,644,434	£1,644,384	£29,883,574	£471,297	6 / 0
2021	£1,171,772	£1,159,864	£1,100,253	£29,490,016	£649,163	5 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Orthopaedic Research UK

What does Orthopaedic Research UK do?

How much income did Orthopaedic Research UK report in 2025?

Orthopaedic Research UK reported total income of £1.43m and reported expenditure of £2.33m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Orthopaedic Research UK registered as a charity?

Orthopaedic Research UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 October 2005 as charity number 1111657. It has been registered for 21 years.

Who runs Orthopaedic Research UK?

Orthopaedic Research UK is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Orthopaedic Research UK operate?

Orthopaedic Research UK operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and Scotland.

Is Orthopaedic Research UK a registered charity?

Yes — Orthopaedic Research UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1111657.