The Drinks Trust
Also known as: The Wine and Spirit Trades Benelovent Society, The Wine and Spirit Trades Benevolent Society, The Benevolent
The Drinks Trust is the trade charity for people who are currently working, or have worked, in the UK drinks industry in any role and in any sector, and our mission is to help colleagues who are facing a variety of difficult circumstances, including illness, disability, issues with stress or depression, and more.
Activities & Mission
The Drinks Trust is the trade charity for people who are currently working, or have worked, in the UK drinks industry in any role and in any sector, and our mission is to help colleagues who are facing a variety of difficult circumstances, including illness, disability, issues with stress or depression, and more.
Grants
The Drinks Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £1,199,663
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- elderly people, people with disabilities and the general public
- 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
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £1,018,906 | £1,199,663 | £1,025,435 | £5,509,982 | £5,509,982 | 6 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,011,126 | £1,222,701 | £1,082,237 | £5,323,295 | £5,257,683 | 9 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,023,419 | £1,442,486 | £1,220,519 | £5,111,783 | £5,083,653 | 9 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,166,773 | £1,583,050 | £1,237,463 | £5,147,857 | £2,493,230 | 11 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,364,987 | £1,468,650 | £1,149,034 | £6,149,719 | £238,404 | 10 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Drinks Trust
What does The Drinks Trust do?
The Drinks Trust is the trade charity for people who are currently working, or have worked, in the UK drinks industry in any role and in any sector, and our mission is to help colleagues who are facing a variety of difficult circumstances, including illness, disability, issues with stress or depression, and more.
How much income did The Drinks Trust report in 2025?
The Drinks Trust reported total income of £1.02m and reported expenditure of £1.20m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Drinks Trust registered as a charity?
The Drinks Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 July 1993 as charity number 1023376. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs The Drinks Trust?
The Drinks Trust is governed by a board of 13 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Drinks Trust operate?
The Drinks Trust operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and England And Wales.
Is The Drinks Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Drinks Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1023376.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also Known As
- The Wine and Spirit Trades Benelovent Society
- The Wine and Spirit Trades Benevolent Society
- The Benevolent
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated