Pembroke Castle Trust
The charitable trust owns and maintains a substantially restored medieval castle. This facility which is open to the public all year round includes a gift shop, heraldry centre and a cafe. Various daytime and evening events take place, particularly during the summer months. Regular guided tours are offered during the summer as well as pre-booked tours which are popular with school groups
Activities & Mission
The charitable trust owns and maintains a substantially restored medieval castle. This facility which is open to the public all year round includes a gift shop, heraldry centre and a cafe. Various daytime and evening events take place, particularly during the summer months. Regular guided tours are offered during the summer as well as pre-booked tours which are popular with school groups
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 5% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 2% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 53% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,487,951 | £1,285,692 | £225,244 | £1,950,628 | £989,812 | 39 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,466,369 | £1,279,779 | £1,079,576 | £1,748,369 | £958,266 | 46 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,338,354 | £1,369,900 | £260,306 | £1,526,093 | £918,612 | 43 / 0 |
| 2021 | £615,255 | £413,994 | £370,597 | £1,576,836 | £600,479 | 20 / 0 |
| 2020 | £396,741 | £489,329 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Pembroke Castle Trust
What does Pembroke Castle Trust do?
The charitable trust owns and maintains a substantially restored medieval castle. This facility which is open to the public all year round includes a gift shop, heraldry centre and a cafe. Various daytime and evening events take place, particularly during the summer months. Regular guided tours are offered during the summer as well as pre-booked tours which are popular with school groups
How much income did Pembroke Castle Trust report in 2025?
Pembroke Castle Trust reported total income of £1.49m and reported expenditure of £1.29m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Pembroke Castle Trust?
Pembroke Castle Trust has a program ratio of 15.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 5% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Pembroke Castle Trust registered as a charity?
Pembroke Castle Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 January 1969 as charity number 257729. It has been registered for 57 years.
Who runs Pembroke Castle Trust?
Pembroke Castle Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is THE HON MRS ADAM BRUCE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Pembroke Castle Trust operate?
Pembroke Castle Trust operates in Pembrokeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Pembroke Castle Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Pembroke Castle Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 257729.
Details
Castle Terrace
Pembroke
Pembrokeshire
SA71 4LA
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