The Carriage Foundation
The Carriage Foundation aims to promote, care for, preserve and interpret horse drawn carriages as an integral part of the history of transport. We are currently managing the 'Carriages of Britain' project, an online database of publicly accessible carriages and have long term plans to explore the possibility of founding a National Carriage Museum.
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The Carriage Foundation aims to promote, care for, preserve and interpret horse drawn carriages as an integral part of the history of transport. We are currently managing the 'Carriages of Britain' project, an online database of publicly accessible carriages and have long term plans to explore the possibility of founding a National Carriage Museum.
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As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £5,540 | £5,066 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2024 | £68,812 | £69,880 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2023 | £9,439 | £9,330 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2022 | £9,323 | £9,975 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2021 | £3,142 | £2,603 | 0 / 9 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Carriage Foundation
What does The Carriage Foundation do?
The Carriage Foundation aims to promote, care for, preserve and interpret horse drawn carriages as an integral part of the history of transport. We are currently managing the 'Carriages of Britain' project, an online database of publicly accessible carriages and have long term plans to explore the possibility of founding a National Carriage Museum.
How much income did The Carriage Foundation report in 2025?
The Carriage Foundation reported total income of £6k and reported expenditure of £5k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Carriage Foundation registered as a charity?
The Carriage Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 June 2015 as charity number 1162356. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs The Carriage Foundation?
The Carriage Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is COLIN HENDERSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Carriage Foundation operate?
The Carriage Foundation operates across 4 areas: Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Carriage Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Carriage Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1162356.
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