The Darby Pension Fund
The Fund exists to provide payments each quarter to people in Cookham who are on low incomes and who meet the requirements set out in the will of the Darby brothers, dating from the early 20th century.
Activities & Mission
The Fund exists to provide payments each quarter to people in Cookham who are on low incomes and who meet the requirements set out in the will of the Darby brothers, dating from the early 20th century.
Grants
The Darby Pension Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £25,400
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- elderly people and other defined groups
- What it supports
- the prevention or relief of poverty
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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £20,936 | £25,400 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £19,607 | £22,400 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £19,679 | £21,225 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £19,538 | £15,152 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £19,776 | £15,475 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Darby Pension Fund
What does The Darby Pension Fund do?
The Fund exists to provide payments each quarter to people in Cookham who are on low incomes and who meet the requirements set out in the will of the Darby brothers, dating from the early 20th century.
How much income did The Darby Pension Fund report in 2025?
The Darby Pension Fund reported total income of £21k and reported expenditure of £25k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Darby Pension Fund registered as a charity?
The Darby Pension Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 December 1961 as charity number 201076. It has been registered for 65 years.
Who runs The Darby Pension Fund?
The Darby Pension Fund is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Darby Pension Fund operate?
The Darby Pension Fund operates in Windsor And Maidenhead, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Darby Pension Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The Darby Pension Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 201076.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
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