The Bransford Trust
Providing support for charitable initiatives through grants and use of facilities at Royal Porcelain Works Worcester, which is owned by the trust. Working with organisations involved with, but not limited to the Arts, Music, Education and Wellbeing of Children and young People. The trustees meet twice a year to discuss and agree awards although a fast track process for small grants exists.
Activities & Mission
Providing support for charitable initiatives through grants and use of facilities at Royal Porcelain Works Worcester, which is owned by the trust. Working with organisations involved with, but not limited to the Arts, Music, Education and Wellbeing of Children and young People. The trustees meet twice a year to discuss and agree awards although a fast track process for small grants exists.
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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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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.
The Commission record shows these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2022 — Midland Festival Chorus (organisation 517532)
- Asset transfer in in 2021 — The Bransford Trust (organisation 4003528)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,464,349 | £902,150 | £755,301 | £21,291,962 | £1,301,009 | 1 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,086,290 | £1,001,850 | £839,042 | £19,827,250 | £1,134,060 | 1 / 0 |
| 2023 | £885,048 | £624,469 | £455,825 | £19,632,002 | £870,215 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £717,695 | £486,695 | £310,445 | £20,609,057 | £984,455 | 2 / 0 |
| 2021 | £592,852 | £434,068 | £290,288 | £22,392,833 | £19,061,273 | 3 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Bransford Trust
What does The Bransford Trust do?
Providing support for charitable initiatives through grants and use of facilities at Royal Porcelain Works Worcester, which is owned by the trust. Working with organisations involved with, but not limited to the Arts, Music, Education and Wellbeing of Children and young People. The trustees meet twice a year to discuss and agree awards although a fast track process for small grants exists.
How much income did The Bransford Trust report in 2025?
The Bransford Trust reported total income of £2.46m and reported expenditure of £902k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Bransford Trust registered as a charity?
The Bransford Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 July 2017 as charity number 1173809. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs The Bransford Trust?
The Bransford Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is COLIN ALEXANDER KINNEAR. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Bransford Trust operate?
The Bransford Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Bransford Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Bransford Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1173809.
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SEVERN STREET
WORCESTER
WR1 2NE
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