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The Balsdon Trust

The Trust makes grants of money to organisations and individuals resident or operating within the area of benefit which is an area within ten miles as the crow flies from any of the parish churches of Holsworthy, Langtree or Halwill in the County of Devon

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Activities & Mission

The Trust makes grants of money to organisations and individuals resident or operating within the area of benefit which is an area within ten miles as the crow flies from any of the parish churches of Holsworthy, Langtree or Halwill in the County of Devon

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
£32,601
Latest Expenditure
£39,580

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 121.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 121.4%
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
£32,601
£39,5800 / 0
2024
£31,275
£26,9630 / 0
2023
£30,580
£33,0540 / 0
2022
£27,667
£30,8770 / 0
2021
£27,140
£21,3080 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Balsdon Trust

What does The Balsdon Trust do?

The Trust makes grants of money to organisations and individuals resident or operating within the area of benefit which is an area within ten miles as the crow flies from any of the parish churches of Holsworthy, Langtree or Halwill in the County of Devon

How much income did The Balsdon Trust report in 2025?

The Balsdon Trust reported total income of £33k and reported expenditure of £40k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Balsdon Trust registered as a charity?

The Balsdon Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 June 2006 as charity number 1114545. It has been registered for 20 years.

Who runs The Balsdon Trust?

The Balsdon Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is GEOFFREY SCOTT FOLLAND. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Balsdon Trust operate?

The Balsdon Trust operates across 2 areas: Cornwall and Devon.

Is The Balsdon Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Balsdon Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1114545.

Details

Address
11 Bray Road
Holsworthy
EX22 6FJ
Registration Date
5 June 2006
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4023792
Charity Number
1114545

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Trustees

GEOFFREY SCOTT FOLLAND Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
BRIAN JAMES WONNACOTT
COLIN HENRY BALSDON
JONATHAN HUTCHINGS
Also governs 2 other charities
MR MICAHEL JUSTIN COLLEYPRIEST MILLER
Also governs 1 other charity

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