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The Cyfarthfa Foundation

To transform Cyfarthfa Castle and Park at Merthyr Tydfil - a crucible of the industrial revolution - into a cultural centre and visitor attraction of international quality, to heal and enhance its natural environment and to be an engine of social renewal.

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Activities & Mission

To transform Cyfarthfa Castle and Park at Merthyr Tydfil - a crucible of the industrial revolution - into a cultural centre and visitor attraction of international quality, to heal and enhance its natural environment and to be an engine of social renewal.

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

Latest Income
£454,510
Latest Expenditure
£475,615

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 108.5%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 2.2%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £545,682
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £0
Other Income £24

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £592,267
Raising Funds £0
Governance £13,084
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£454,510
£475,6150 / 5
2024
£545,706
£592,267£592,267£151,462£244 / 2
2023
£367,486
£182,9200 / 0
2022
£75,275
£61,8180 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Cyfarthfa Foundation

What does The Cyfarthfa Foundation do?

To transform Cyfarthfa Castle and Park at Merthyr Tydfil - a crucible of the industrial revolution - into a cultural centre and visitor attraction of international quality, to heal and enhance its natural environment and to be an engine of social renewal.

How much income did The Cyfarthfa Foundation report in 2025?

The Cyfarthfa Foundation reported total income of £455k and reported expenditure of £476k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Cyfarthfa Foundation registered as a charity?

The Cyfarthfa Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 May 2022 as charity number 1199025. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs The Cyfarthfa Foundation?

The Cyfarthfa Foundation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is GERAINT TALFAN DAVIES OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Cyfarthfa Foundation operate?

The Cyfarthfa Foundation operates in Merthyr Tydfil, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Cyfarthfa Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Cyfarthfa Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1199025.

Details

Address
Mitchell Associates Chartered Accountants
Suite 7
The Business Centre
Triangle Business Park
Pentrebach
MERTHYR
Registration Date
19 May 2022
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5186086
Charity Number
1199025

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Trustees

GERAINT TALFAN DAVIES OBE Chair
Also governs 2 other charities
Alison Copus
DAVID EWAN JONES
Dr MARION BEATRICE LOEFFLER PHD
GEOFFREY NEVIL HUNT
Lisa Victoria Mytton
Also governs 1 other charity
ROBERT RUMMEY

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