The Edmund Trust
Also known as: Cambridge Mencap, Cambridgeshire Mencap Society, Edmund House Group of Homes, The Swallows Tea Room
THE PRINCIPAL AIM OF THE CHARITY IS TO IMPROVE, SUPPORT AND PROVIDE INFORMATION AND SERVICES FOR PEOPLE WITH LEARNING DIFFICULTIES, THEIR FAMILIES AND CARERS, WHO LIVE IN CAMBRIDGE AND THE SURROUNDING AREA.
Activities & Mission
THE PRINCIPAL AIM OF THE CHARITY IS TO IMPROVE, SUPPORT AND PROVIDE INFORMATION AND SERVICES FOR PEOPLE WITH LEARNING DIFFICULTIES, THEIR FAMILIES AND CARERS, WHO LIVE IN CAMBRIDGE AND THE SURROUNDING AREA.
Grants
The Edmund Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £10,664,247
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people and people with disabilities
- What it supports
- education and training, disability and accommodation or housing
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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Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £11,139,969 | £10,664,247 | £10,664,247 | £4,643,636 | £4,195,058 | 311 / 12 |
| 2024 | £9,600,495 | £9,590,730 | £9,590,730 | £3,976,245 | £3,519,057 | 288 / 23 |
| 2023 | £8,406,272 | £8,107,932 | £8,107,932 | £3,966,480 | £3,966,480 | 224 / 67 |
| 2022 | £6,763,421 | £6,412,987 | £6,412,987 | £3,479,140 | £3,451,882 | 196 / 71 |
| 2021 | £6,121,234 | £5,925,293 | £5,925,293 | £2,970,706 | £2,947,068 | 230 / 52 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Edmund Trust
What does The Edmund Trust do?
THE PRINCIPAL AIM OF THE CHARITY IS TO IMPROVE, SUPPORT AND PROVIDE INFORMATION AND SERVICES FOR PEOPLE WITH LEARNING DIFFICULTIES, THEIR FAMILIES AND CARERS, WHO LIVE IN CAMBRIDGE AND THE SURROUNDING AREA.
How much income did The Edmund Trust report in 2025?
The Edmund Trust reported total income of £11.14m and reported expenditure of £10.66m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Edmund Trust registered as a charity?
The Edmund Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 January 1994 as charity number 1030968. It has been registered for 32 years.
Who runs The Edmund Trust?
The Edmund Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Naomi Tomkys OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Edmund Trust operate?
The Edmund Trust operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Edmund Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Edmund Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1030968.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also Known As
- Cambridge Mencap
- Cambridgeshire Mencap Society
- Edmund House Group of Homes
- The Swallows Tea Room
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated