The Edward James Foundation Limited
The Foundation delivers education through West Dean College and, as a secondary activity, maintains and preserves the West Dean Estate.
Activities & Mission
The Foundation delivers education through West Dean College and, as a secondary activity, maintains and preserves the West Dean Estate.
Grants
The Edward James Foundation Limited makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £19,230,388
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science and the environment, conservation, or heritage
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
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 | £15,060,878 | £19,230,388 | £14,418,626 | £140,308,638 | £4,434,139 | 270 / 50 |
| 2024 | £13,897,292 | £18,331,588 | £14,139,773 | £141,839,286 | £8,600,000 | 279 / 50 |
| 2023 | £14,423,100 | £17,569,333 | £13,325,844 | £144,111,291 | £8,785,000 | 275 / 50 |
| 2022 | £13,271,621 | £16,214,690 | £12,725,146 | £147,030,764 | £8,100,000 | 268 / 50 |
| 2021 | £8,008,284 | £10,260,172 | £7,516,873 | £149,945,281 | £7,750,000 | 251 / 100 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Edward James Foundation Limited
What does The Edward James Foundation Limited do?
The Foundation delivers education through West Dean College and, as a secondary activity, maintains and preserves the West Dean Estate.
How much income did The Edward James Foundation Limited report in 2025?
The Edward James Foundation Limited reported total income of £15.06m and reported expenditure of £19.23m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Edward James Foundation Limited registered as a charity?
The Edward James Foundation Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 September 2008 as charity number 1126084. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs The Edward James Foundation Limited?
The Edward James Foundation Limited is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is PROFESSOR PAUL O'PREY PHD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Edward James Foundation Limited operate?
The Edward James Foundation Limited operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Edward James Foundation Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Edward James Foundation Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1126084.
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Also governs 1 other charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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