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The British Footwear Development Trust

Also known as: Bfdt

The objects of the CIO are to advance the theoretical and practical education of persons engaged in or to be engaged in the footwear industry in the United Kingdom

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Activities & Mission

The objects of the CIO are to advance the theoretical and practical education of persons engaged in or to be engaged in the footwear industry in the United Kingdom

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£4,004
Latest Expenditure
£12,749

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 318.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 318.4%
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
£4,004
£12,7490 / 0
2024
£3,560
£14,0070 / 7
2023
£2,554
£5,6700 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The British Footwear Development Trust

What does The British Footwear Development Trust do?

The objects of the CIO are to advance the theoretical and practical education of persons engaged in or to be engaged in the footwear industry in the United Kingdom

How much income did The British Footwear Development Trust report in 2025?

The British Footwear Development Trust reported total income of £4k and reported expenditure of £13k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The British Footwear Development Trust registered as a charity?

The British Footwear Development Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 December 2021 as charity number 1197009. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs The British Footwear Development Trust?

The British Footwear Development Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The British Footwear Development Trust operate?

The British Footwear Development Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The British Footwear Development Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The British Footwear Development Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1197009.

Details

Address
D N G
Eagle House
28 Billing Road
NORTHAMPTON
NN1 5AJ
Registration Date
8 December 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5188024
Charity Number
1197009

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Trustees

Annette Haywood
Charles Denton
Helen Errington
Ian Cartwright
Also governs 1 other charity
Martin Mason
Vanessa Ann Podmore
William Church

Also Known As

  • Bfdt

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30 July 2026
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