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The Atherton Trust

The objectives of the charity are to give financial support for the benefit of those residents in the parishes of Pontesbury and Hanwood and the Village areas of Annscroft and Hook-a-Gate.

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Activities & Mission

The objectives of the charity are to give financial support for the benefit of those residents in the parishes of Pontesbury and Hanwood and the Village areas of Annscroft and Hook-a-Gate.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£84,970
Latest Expenditure
£89,970

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 105.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 105.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£84,970
£89,9700 / 0
2024
£43,770
£43,3070 / 0
2023
£98,481
£103,5840 / 0
2022
£71,376
£68,0650 / 0
2021
£64,226
£63,9900 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Atherton Trust

What does The Atherton Trust do?

The objectives of the charity are to give financial support for the benefit of those residents in the parishes of Pontesbury and Hanwood and the Village areas of Annscroft and Hook-a-Gate.

How much income did The Atherton Trust report in 2025?

The Atherton Trust reported total income of £85k and reported expenditure of £90k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Atherton Trust registered as a charity?

The Atherton Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 June 1984 as charity number 515220. It has been registered for 42 years.

Who runs The Atherton Trust?

The Atherton Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOHN MICHAEL POPE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Atherton Trust operate?

The Atherton Trust operates in Shropshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Atherton Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Atherton Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 515220.

Details

Address
WHITTINGHAM RIDDELL
BELMONT HOUSE
SITKA DRIVE
SHREWSBURY BUSINESS PARK
SHREWSBURY
SY2 6LG
Registration Date
15 June 1984
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
515220
Charity Number
515220

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Trustees

JOHN MICHAEL POPE Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
BARRY CHALLINOR
Elizabeth Jervis
HELEN PEARSON
PAUL LESLIE ADAMS
Philip Ronald Price
Phillip John Talbot

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14 May 2026
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