The Connaught Trust
TO PROMOTE MILITARY EFFICIENCY IN ALL RANKS OF RESERVE FORCES AND TO SUPPORT THE CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES OF CADET FORCES OF ALL THREE SERVICES IN CENTRAL SOUTHERN ENGLAND SUBJECT TO THE RESTRICTIONS SET OUT IN THE CHARITABLE OBJECTS.
Activities & Mission
TO PROMOTE MILITARY EFFICIENCY IN ALL RANKS OF RESERVE FORCES AND TO SUPPORT THE CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES OF CADET FORCES OF ALL THREE SERVICES IN CENTRAL SOUTHERN ENGLAND SUBJECT TO THE RESTRICTIONS SET OUT IN THE CHARITABLE OBJECTS.
Grants
The Connaught Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £502,681
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- armed forces or emergency service efficiency and other charitable purposes
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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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Financial Information
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £218,142 | £502,681 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £215,132 | £234,720 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £244,531 | £252,154 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £289,865 | £178,289 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £232,386 | £305,382 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Connaught Trust
What does The Connaught Trust do?
TO PROMOTE MILITARY EFFICIENCY IN ALL RANKS OF RESERVE FORCES AND TO SUPPORT THE CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES OF CADET FORCES OF ALL THREE SERVICES IN CENTRAL SOUTHERN ENGLAND SUBJECT TO THE RESTRICTIONS SET OUT IN THE CHARITABLE OBJECTS.
How much income did The Connaught Trust report in 2025?
The Connaught Trust reported total income of £218k and reported expenditure of £503k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Connaught Trust registered as a charity?
The Connaught Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 August 2018 as charity number 1179469. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs The Connaught Trust?
The Connaught Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Charles Edward Haviland Ackroyd. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Connaught Trust operate?
The Connaught Trust operates across 9 areas, including Dorset, East Sussex, Hampshire and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Connaught Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Connaught Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179469.
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Data & trust
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- 2 November 2026
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