The Beckford Tower Trust
Preserve and maintain for the public benefit and education buildings, features and objects of historical and architectural interest relating to William Beckford and in particular the building known as The Beckford Tower; maintain the Beckford Museum collection housed in the Tower for public benefit, and educate the public in the life and works of William Beckford.
Activities & Mission
Preserve and maintain for the public benefit and education buildings, features and objects of historical and architectural interest relating to William Beckford and in particular the building known as The Beckford Tower; maintain the Beckford Museum collection housed in the Tower for public benefit, and educate the public in the life and works of William Beckford.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 10% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 70% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 76% 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 | £235,083 | £1,363,783 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £445,809 | £2,075,790 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £3,504,370 | £347,703 | £347,242 | £4,003,365 | £240,149 | 0 / 38 |
| 2022 | £248,640 | £234,957 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £188,325 | £97,086 | 0 / 28 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Beckford Tower Trust
What does The Beckford Tower Trust do?
Preserve and maintain for the public benefit and education buildings, features and objects of historical and architectural interest relating to William Beckford and in particular the building known as The Beckford Tower; maintain the Beckford Museum collection housed in the Tower for public benefit, and educate the public in the life and works of William Beckford.
How much income did The Beckford Tower Trust report in 2025?
The Beckford Tower Trust reported total income of £235k and reported expenditure of £1.36m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Beckford Tower Trust?
The Beckford Tower Trust has a program ratio of 9.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 10% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Beckford Tower Trust registered as a charity?
The Beckford Tower Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 March 1977 as charity number 272986. It has been registered for 49 years.
Who runs The Beckford Tower Trust?
The Beckford Tower Trust is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Beckford Tower Trust operate?
The Beckford Tower Trust operates in Bath And North East Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Beckford Tower Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Beckford Tower Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 272986.
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