The Cowdray Heritage Trust
The restoration and opening to the public of a Tudor mansion house in Midhurst West Sussex
Activities & Mission
The restoration and opening to the public of a Tudor mansion house in Midhurst West Sussex
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 11% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 73% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 60% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. (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.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,153,622 | £272,804 | £264,775 | £885,918 | £885,918 | 6 / 0 |
| 2024 | £70,722 | £96,890 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £112,339 | £145,913 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £66,486 | £85,110 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2021 | £80,899 | £58,627 | 0 / 4 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Cowdray Heritage Trust
What does The Cowdray Heritage Trust do?
The restoration and opening to the public of a Tudor mansion house in Midhurst West Sussex
How much income did The Cowdray Heritage Trust report in 2025?
The Cowdray Heritage Trust reported total income of £1.15m and reported expenditure of £273k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Cowdray Heritage Trust?
The Cowdray Heritage Trust has a program ratio of 23.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 11% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Cowdray Heritage Trust registered as a charity?
The Cowdray Heritage Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 August 1998 as charity number 1071069. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs The Cowdray Heritage Trust?
The Cowdray Heritage 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 Cowdray Heritage Trust operate?
The Cowdray Heritage Trust operates in West Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Cowdray Heritage Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Cowdray Heritage Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1071069.
Details
Cowdray Park
Easebourne
MIDHURST
GU29 0AQ
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- 14 May 2026
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