The Achilles Trust
The Achilles Trust aims to support the promotion and encouragement of athletics amongst students of Oxford and Cambridge Universities. It supports athletics fixtures of these students, in particular the Transatlantic Series of fixtures with US universities. It can also support other charitable educational purposes, in particular relating to the encouragement of athletics generally.
Activities & Mission
The Achilles Trust aims to support the promotion and encouragement of athletics amongst students of Oxford and Cambridge Universities. It supports athletics fixtures of these students, in particular the Transatlantic Series of fixtures with US universities. It can also support other charitable educational purposes, in particular relating to the encouragement of athletics generally.
Grants
The Achilles Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £38,900
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and amateur sport
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £55,564 | £38,900 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2024 | £150,268 | £135,694 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £29,227 | £38,682 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £32,610 | £31,045 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £18,525 | £16,043 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Achilles Trust
What does The Achilles Trust do?
The Achilles Trust aims to support the promotion and encouragement of athletics amongst students of Oxford and Cambridge Universities. It supports athletics fixtures of these students, in particular the Transatlantic Series of fixtures with US universities. It can also support other charitable educational purposes, in particular relating to the encouragement of athletics generally.
How much income did The Achilles Trust report in 2025?
The Achilles Trust reported total income of £56k and reported expenditure of £39k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Achilles Trust registered as a charity?
The Achilles Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 July 2013 as charity number 1152963. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs The Achilles Trust?
The Achilles Trust 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 The Achilles Trust operate?
The Achilles Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Achilles Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Achilles Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152963.
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- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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