Royal Papworth Hospital Charity
Also known as: Papworth Hospital Charitable Fund, Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charity
To support the work of Papworth Hospital as the UK's leading centre of excellence for the treatment and diagnosis of cardio-thoracic diseases; to provide additional amenities for our patients and their families which would not be available from normal statutory sources and to support Papworth's pioneering research activity and vision for the future.
Activities & Mission
To support the work of Papworth Hospital as the UK's leading centre of excellence for the treatment and diagnosis of cardio-thoracic diseases; to provide additional amenities for our patients and their families which would not be available from normal statutory sources and to support Papworth's pioneering research activity and vision for the future.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 18% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1170). How is this calculated?
Higher than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 3% 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
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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 | £1,898,000 | £1,563,000 | £1,473,000 | £5,411,000 | £1,326,000 | 7 / 57 |
| 2024 | £2,754,000 | £1,971,000 | £1,833,000 | £7,073,000 | £3,076,000 | 6 / 53 |
| 2023 | £2,673,000 | £1,430,000 | £1,170,000 | £5,983,000 | £2,879,000 | 7 / 33 |
| 2022 | £1,501,000 | £2,320,000 | £2,253,000 | £5,113,000 | £1,855,000 | 6 / 25 |
| 2021 | £2,771,000 | £2,059,000 | £2,000,000 | £5,624,000 | £2,132,000 | 7 / 25 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Royal Papworth Hospital Charity
What does Royal Papworth Hospital Charity do?
To support the work of Papworth Hospital as the UK's leading centre of excellence for the treatment and diagnosis of cardio-thoracic diseases; to provide additional amenities for our patients and their families which would not be available from normal statutory sources and to support Papworth's pioneering research activity and vision for the future.
How much income did Royal Papworth Hospital Charity report in 2025?
Royal Papworth Hospital Charity reported total income of £1.90m and reported expenditure of £1.56m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Royal Papworth Hospital Charity?
Royal Papworth Hospital Charity has a program ratio of 77.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 18% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1170 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Royal Papworth Hospital Charity registered as a charity?
Royal Papworth Hospital Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 September 1995 as charity number 1049224. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs Royal Papworth Hospital Charity?
Royal Papworth Hospital Charity is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Royal Papworth Hospital Charity operate?
Royal Papworth Hospital Charity operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Royal Papworth Hospital Charity a registered charity?
Yes — Royal Papworth Hospital Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1049224.
Details
Papworth Road
Cambridge Biomedical Campus
CAMBRIDGE
CB2 0AY
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Also Known As
- Papworth Hospital Charitable Fund
- Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated