The Eddystone Trust

Also known as: Plymouth Eddystone Group, Plymouth Eddystone Trust, Eddystone

The Eddystone Trust provides information and support for anyone concerned about HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, and sexual health.

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Activities & Mission

The Eddystone Trust provides information and support for anyone concerned about HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, and sexual health.

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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Local Authority

Cornwall Devon Gloucestershire North Somerset Plymouth City Somerset South Gloucestershire Torbay Worcestershire

Financial Information

Latest Income

£922,864

Latest Expenditure

£757,558

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 70.9%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 86.4%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 13.6%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £172,048

Charitable Activities £570,934

Other Trading £10,321

Investments £163,675

Other Income £5,886

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £654,355

Raising Funds £103,203

Governance £0

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.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£922,864	£757,558	£654,355	£639,747	£635,050	12 / 12
2024	£730,503	£724,589	£616,890	£528,722	£519,040	16 / 0
2023	£672,861	£707,201	£545,839	£572,416	£572,416	17 / 8
2022	£743,096	£787,146	£550,015	£606,756	£597,164	17 / 0
2021	£778,850	£678,897	£587,788	£576,717	£568,313	21 / 25

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Frequently asked questions about The Eddystone Trust

What does The Eddystone Trust do?

The Eddystone Trust provides information and support for anyone concerned about HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, and sexual health.

How much income did The Eddystone Trust report in 2025?

The Eddystone Trust reported total income of £923k and reported expenditure of £758k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Eddystone Trust registered as a charity?

The Eddystone Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 November 1999 as charity number 1078268. It has been registered for 27 years.

Who runs The Eddystone Trust?

The Eddystone Trust 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 Eddystone Trust operate?

The Eddystone Trust operates across 9 areas, including Cornwall, Devon, Gloucestershire and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Eddystone Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Eddystone Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1078268.