The Countess Charity
Also known as: The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Charitable Funds, The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Trust Charitable Fund
Mission Statement - The Charity Aims to use the charitable income it receives to enhance and improve the patient experience at our hospital, focusing on areas not covered or fully supported by NHS funds. The charity aims to generate income for general purpose and specific projects and administers all donations in a manner that is both professional and sensitive to the needs of the donor.
Activities & Mission
Mission Statement - The Charity Aims to use the charitable income it receives to enhance and improve the patient experience at our hospital, focusing on areas not covered or fully supported by NHS funds. The charity aims to generate income for general purpose and specific projects and administers all donations in a manner that is both professional and sensitive to the needs of the donor.
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.
Country
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 14% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1354). How is this calculated?
Higher than 8% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 4% of UK Health 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £664,000 | £442,000 | £234,000 | £1,919,000 | £820,000 | 3 / 5 |
| 2024 | £630,000 | £730,000 | £556,000 | £1,676,000 | £762,000 | 3 / 2 |
| 2023 | £629,000 | £423,000 | £239,000 | £1,786,000 | £809,000 | 4 / 5 |
| 2022 | £782,000 | £428,000 | £229,000 | £1,613,000 | £769,000 | 4 / 0 |
| 2021 | £727,000 | £660,000 | £538,000 | £1,222,000 | £557,000 | 5 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Countess Charity
What does The Countess Charity do?
Mission Statement - The Charity Aims to use the charitable income it receives to enhance and improve the patient experience at our hospital, focusing on areas not covered or fully supported by NHS funds. The charity aims to generate income for general purpose and specific projects and administers all donations in a manner that is both professional and sensitive to the needs of the donor.
How much income did The Countess Charity report in 2025?
The Countess Charity reported total income of £664k and reported expenditure of £442k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Countess Charity?
The Countess Charity has a program ratio of 35.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 14% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1354 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Countess Charity registered as a charity?
The Countess Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 October 1995 as charity number 1050015. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs The Countess Charity?
The Countess Charity is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Countess Charity operate?
The Countess Charity operates across 2 areas: Uganda and Cheshire West & Chester.
Is The Countess Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The Countess Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1050015.
Details
Countess of Chester Health Park
Liverpool Road
CHESTER
CH2 1UL
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Also Known As
- The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Charitable Funds
- The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Trust Charitable Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated