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The Berry Housing Trust

Also known as: The Poor's Croft Cottages and the Ada Berry Memorial Cottages, Poors Croft Cottages Charity

Provides housing for elderly-old people in the village.

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Activities & Mission

Provides housing for elderly-old people in the village.

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
£23,866
Latest Expenditure
£53,577

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 224.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 224.5%
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 2024.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£23,866
£53,5770 / 0
2023
£55,938
£52,7760 / 0
2022
£14,400
£6,4280 / 0
2021
£13,675
£8,7830 / 0
2020
£11,217
£4,2840 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Berry Housing Trust

What does The Berry Housing Trust do?

Provides housing for elderly-old people in the village.

How much income did The Berry Housing Trust report in 2024?

The Berry Housing Trust reported total income of £24k and reported expenditure of £54k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Berry Housing Trust registered as a charity?

The Berry Housing Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 August 1965 as charity number 242728. It has been registered for 61 years.

Who runs The Berry Housing Trust?

The Berry Housing Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is SIR ROBERT NELSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Berry Housing Trust operate?

The Berry Housing Trust operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Berry Housing Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Berry Housing Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 242728.

Details

Address
Staples Cottage
Vigo Road
Fairseat
SEVENOAKS
Kent
TN15 7LU
Registration Date
6 August 1965
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
242728
Charity Number
242728

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Trustees

SIR ROBERT NELSON Chair
ALAN BULLOCK
JAMES MICHAEL BURLACE
JEAN MARGARET GUNN
JOHN MATTICK
Matthew John Crisp
MELITA GANDOLFO
Also governs 1 other charity
RICHARD HOGBIN

Also Known As

  • The Poor's Croft Cottages and the Ada Berry Memorial Cottages
  • Poors Croft Cottages Charity

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Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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