The Faringdon Folly Tower Trust
The iconic much-loved 104 ft Faringdon Folly Tower was built on Folly Hill by Lord Berners in 1935, with magnificent 360 degree views across five counties, in the centre of a beautiful 4-acre circular woodland. Public Open Days are on Sundays from spring through to autumn, and very regularly, the Tower is also booked privately for special occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries.
Activities & Mission
The iconic much-loved 104 ft Faringdon Folly Tower was built on Folly Hill by Lord Berners in 1935, with magnificent 360 degree views across five counties, in the centre of a beautiful 4-acre circular woodland. Public Open Days are on Sundays from spring through to autumn, and very regularly, the Tower is also booked privately for special occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £15,911 | £10,594 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2023 | £14,116 | £13,374 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £13,985 | £7,621 | 0 / 40 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Faringdon Folly Tower Trust
What does The Faringdon Folly Tower Trust do?
The iconic much-loved 104 ft Faringdon Folly Tower was built on Folly Hill by Lord Berners in 1935, with magnificent 360 degree views across five counties, in the centre of a beautiful 4-acre circular woodland. Public Open Days are on Sundays from spring through to autumn, and very regularly, the Tower is also booked privately for special occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries.
How much income did The Faringdon Folly Tower Trust report in 2024?
The Faringdon Folly Tower Trust reported total income of £16k and reported expenditure of £11k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Faringdon Folly Tower Trust registered as a charity?
The Faringdon Folly Tower Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 June 1982 as charity number 284795. It has been registered for 44 years.
Who runs The Faringdon Folly Tower Trust?
The Faringdon Folly Tower 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 Faringdon Folly Tower Trust operate?
The Faringdon Folly Tower Trust operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Faringdon Folly Tower Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Faringdon Folly Tower Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 284795.
Details
FARINGDON
Oxfordshire
SN7 7EN
Registry Information
Is this your charity?
Add your logo, photos and tell the story behind the numbers in your own words. Free for our first 50 launch partners.
Claim this listing Learn more about premium profilesOther notable Facilities charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated