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The British Guild Of Tourist Guides Benevolent Fund

Also known as: The Guild of Guide Lecturers Benevolent Fund, The Guild of Registered Tourist Guides Benevolent Fund

To relieve in cases of need, hardship and distress the following categories of persons:(a) Registered Tourist Guides having qualified for not less than one year;and, provided the Registered Guide has been qualified for not less than five years:(b) A spouse/partner (at the discretion of the Trustees) of a deceased Registered Guide;(c) Former or retired Registered Guides;

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Activities & Mission

To relieve in cases of need, hardship and distress the following categories of persons:(a) Registered Tourist Guides having qualified for not less than one year;and, provided the Registered Guide has been qualified for not less than five years:(b) A spouse/partner (at the discretion of the Trustees) of a deceased Registered Guide;(c) Former or retired Registered Guides;

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
£19,739
Latest Expenditure
£8,168

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 41.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 41.4%
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
£19,739
£8,1680 / 4
2024
£11,856
£15,6680 / 4
2023
£11,224
£7,0590 / 9
2022
£11,806
£31,8510 / 4
2021
£15,776
£20,7260 / 4

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Frequently asked questions about The British Guild Of Tourist Guides Benevolent Fund

What does The British Guild Of Tourist Guides Benevolent Fund do?

To relieve in cases of need, hardship and distress the following categories of persons:(a) Registered Tourist Guides having qualified for not less than one year;and, provided the Registered Guide has been qualified for not less than five years:(b) A spouse/partner (at the discretion of the Trustees) of a deceased Registered Guide;(c) Former or retired Registered Guides;

How much income did The British Guild Of Tourist Guides Benevolent Fund report in 2025?

The British Guild Of Tourist Guides Benevolent Fund reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £8k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The British Guild Of Tourist Guides Benevolent Fund registered as a charity?

The British Guild Of Tourist Guides Benevolent Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 February 1963 as charity number 211562. It has been registered for 63 years.

Who runs The British Guild Of Tourist Guides Benevolent Fund?

The British Guild Of Tourist Guides Benevolent Fund is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is TIMOTHY DAVID HUDSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The British Guild Of Tourist Guides Benevolent Fund operate?

The British Guild Of Tourist Guides Benevolent Fund operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The British Guild Of Tourist Guides Benevolent Fund a registered charity?

Yes — The British Guild Of Tourist Guides Benevolent Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 211562.

Details

Address
201 Borough High Street
London
SE1 1JA
Registration Date
8 February 1963
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
211562
Charity Number
211562

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Trustees

TIMOTHY DAVID HUDSON Chair
Charlotte Yasmin Rafat Doris Thurlow
Dr Barry Walsh
Jane Hickey

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Guild of Guide Lecturers Benevolent Fund
  • The Guild of Registered Tourist Guides Benevolent Fund

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14 May 2026
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