The Dowager Countess Eleanor Peel Trust
The Trust Deed provides that the income of the Trust Fund (and in certain cases the capital) should be paid or applied for such charitable purposes as the Trustees should think fit. The Trustees have particular regard for medical charities, charities for old people and those who have fallen on evil days through no fault of their own, and the charities specified in the Schedule to the Trust Deed.
Activities & Mission
The Trust Deed provides that the income of the Trust Fund (and in certain cases the capital) should be paid or applied for such charitable purposes as the Trustees should think fit. The Trustees have particular regard for medical charities, charities for old people and those who have fallen on evil days through no fault of their own, and the charities specified in the Schedule to the Trust Deed.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 97% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 851). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 25% of UK Beneficiary group 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 | £654,515 | £1,080,507 | £1,080,507 | £21,027,797 | £21,027,797 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £636,404 | £736,704 | £736,704 | £22,476,566 | £22,476,566 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £622,835 | £383,539 | £383,539 | £20,718,417 | £20,718,417 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £751,261 | £741,454 | £741,454 | £21,267,087 | £21,267,087 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £571,276 | £528,307 | £512,528 | £19,580,362 | £236,337 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Dowager Countess Eleanor Peel Trust
What does The Dowager Countess Eleanor Peel Trust do?
The Trust Deed provides that the income of the Trust Fund (and in certain cases the capital) should be paid or applied for such charitable purposes as the Trustees should think fit. The Trustees have particular regard for medical charities, charities for old people and those who have fallen on evil days through no fault of their own, and the charities specified in the Schedule to the Trust Deed.
How much income did The Dowager Countess Eleanor Peel Trust report in 2025?
The Dowager Countess Eleanor Peel Trust reported total income of £655k and reported expenditure of £1.08m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Dowager Countess Eleanor Peel Trust?
The Dowager Countess Eleanor Peel Trust has a program ratio of 165.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 851 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Dowager Countess Eleanor Peel Trust registered as a charity?
The Dowager Countess Eleanor Peel Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 March 1963 as charity number 214684. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The Dowager Countess Eleanor Peel Trust?
The Dowager Countess Eleanor Peel 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 Dowager Countess Eleanor Peel Trust operate?
The Dowager Countess Eleanor Peel Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Dowager Countess Eleanor Peel Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Dowager Countess Eleanor Peel Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 214684.
Details
1 St. Pauls Square
LIVERPOOL
L3 9SJ
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