The Crystal Palace Foundation
Also known as: Cpf
We publish two magazines Crystal Palace Matters, and Crystal Palace Foundation News. We also publish books, DVDs, postcards and prints.We offer help, information and advice about the Great Exhibition at Hyde Park 1851, the Crystal Palace exhibition building at Sydenham 1854-1936 and Crystal Palace Park 1936-present day.Membership subscriptions and publications are available on the website
Activities & Mission
We publish two magazines Crystal Palace Matters, and Crystal Palace Foundation News. We also publish books, DVDs, postcards and prints.We offer help, information and advice about the Great Exhibition at Hyde Park 1851, the Crystal Palace exhibition building at Sydenham 1854-1936 and Crystal Palace Park 1936-present day.Membership subscriptions and publications are available on the website
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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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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 | £11,012 | £11,107 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £13,372 | £11,949 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2022 | £12,828 | £12,232 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £13,619 | £12,904 | 0 / 7 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Crystal Palace Foundation
What does The Crystal Palace Foundation do?
We publish two magazines Crystal Palace Matters, and Crystal Palace Foundation News. We also publish books, DVDs, postcards and prints.We offer help, information and advice about the Great Exhibition at Hyde Park 1851, the Crystal Palace exhibition building at Sydenham 1854-1936 and Crystal Palace Park 1936-present day.Membership subscriptions and publications are available on the website
How much income did The Crystal Palace Foundation report in 2024?
The Crystal Palace Foundation reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £11k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Crystal Palace Foundation registered as a charity?
The Crystal Palace Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 November 1982 as charity number 285563. It has been registered for 44 years.
Who runs The Crystal Palace Foundation?
The Crystal Palace Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is MELVYN HARRISON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Crystal Palace Foundation operate?
The Crystal Palace Foundation operates across 6 areas, including Guernsey, Isle Of Man, Jersey and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Crystal Palace Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Crystal Palace Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 285563.
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Furnace Green
CRAWLEY
West Sussex
RH10 6HL
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