The Chalice Well Trust
The Chalice Well and Gardens, maintained as a living sanctuary for contemplation and healing are open to visitors every day of the year. The Trust provides an annual programme of spiritual music, community gatherings and educational retreats to people of all faiths and spiritual paths. The Trust offers an annual subscription to supporters, retreat accommodation and a meeting room.
Activities & Mission
The Chalice Well and Gardens, maintained as a living sanctuary for contemplation and healing are open to visitors every day of the year. The Trust provides an annual programme of spiritual music, community gatherings and educational retreats to people of all faiths and spiritual paths. The Trust offers an annual subscription to supporters, retreat accommodation and a meeting room.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 28% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 37% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 46% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £830,498 | £612,792 | £578,728 | £910,239 | £936,986 | 21 / 45 |
| 2023 | £528,876 | £451,831 | £425,099 | £692,533 | £652,372 | 22 / 45 |
| 2022 | £489,300 | £465,991 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2021 | £278,496 | £386,556 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2020 | £566,936 | £514,023 | £409,086 | £700,240 | £700,240 | 21 / 40 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Chalice Well Trust
What does The Chalice Well Trust do?
The Chalice Well and Gardens, maintained as a living sanctuary for contemplation and healing are open to visitors every day of the year. The Trust provides an annual programme of spiritual music, community gatherings and educational retreats to people of all faiths and spiritual paths. The Trust offers an annual subscription to supporters, retreat accommodation and a meeting room.
How much income did The Chalice Well Trust report in 2024?
The Chalice Well Trust reported total income of £830k and reported expenditure of £613k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Chalice Well Trust?
The Chalice Well Trust has a program ratio of 69.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 28% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Chalice Well Trust registered as a charity?
The Chalice Well Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 May 2012 as charity number 1147343. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Chalice Well Trust?
The Chalice Well Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Chalice Well Trust operate?
The Chalice Well Trust operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Chalice Well Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Chalice Well Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1147343.
Details
85-89 Chilkwell Street
Glastonbury
BA6 8DD
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- 14 May 2026
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