Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust Limited
Having negotiated a 99-year lease, we intend to rescue, preserve and refurbish the Old Sudbury Gasworks building to provide a new community resource. This will make a real difference to our heritage, people and local community. We will tell the story of the gasworks and the industrial development of the estate, as well as researching and interpreting the wider historical context of the village.
Activities & Mission
Having negotiated a 99-year lease, we intend to rescue, preserve and refurbish the Old Sudbury Gasworks building to provide a new community resource. This will make a real difference to our heritage, people and local community. We will tell the story of the gasworks and the industrial development of the estate, as well as researching and interpreting the wider historical context of the village.
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 16% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 16% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 12% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £130,758 | £117,528 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2024 | £606,338 | £153,879 | £114,114 | £1,401,004 | £29,983 | 3 / 20 |
| 2023 | £873,308 | £89,654 | £56,898 | £948,545 | £14,076 | 2 / 10 |
| 2022 | £100,477 | £41,503 | 0 / 17 | |||
| 2021 | £104,676 | £7,781 | 0 / 15 |
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Frequently asked questions about Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust Limited
What does Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust Limited do?
Having negotiated a 99-year lease, we intend to rescue, preserve and refurbish the Old Sudbury Gasworks building to provide a new community resource. This will make a real difference to our heritage, people and local community. We will tell the story of the gasworks and the industrial development of the estate, as well as researching and interpreting the wider historical context of the village.
How much income did Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust Limited report in 2025?
Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust Limited reported total income of £131k and reported expenditure of £118k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust Limited?
Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust Limited has a program ratio of 18.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 16% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 April 2015 as charity number 1161410. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust Limited?
Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust Limited is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is TIMOTHY WEBBER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust Limited operate?
Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust Limited operates across 2 areas: Derbyshire and Staffordshire.
Is Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1161410.
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School Lane
Sudbury
ASHBOURNE
Derbyshire
DE6 5HZ
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