Activities & Mission
Promoting archaeological research, education and learning
Grants
The Antiquity Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £107,470
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- the environment, conservation, or heritage
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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £92,687 | £107,470 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £85,817 | £138,197 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £91,354 | £81,036 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £160,328 | £114,086 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £176,282 | £60,537 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Antiquity Trust
What does The Antiquity Trust do?
Promoting archaeological research, education and learning
How much income did The Antiquity Trust report in 2025?
The Antiquity Trust reported total income of £93k and reported expenditure of £107k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Antiquity Trust registered as a charity?
The Antiquity Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 September 1963 as charity number 313229. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The Antiquity Trust?
The Antiquity Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is PROFESSOR ROBIN ANDREW EVELYN CONINGHAM. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Antiquity Trust operate?
The Antiquity Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Antiquity Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Antiquity Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 313229.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated