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The Fernhill Trust

To relieve poverty or financial hardship in the community of Over Alderley and Birtles in Cheshire by providing grants to individuals in need and/or other charities working to prevent or relieve poverty. To advance the Christian religion and the advancement of Education for those linked to the community of Over Alerley and Birtles in Cheshire

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Activities & Mission

To relieve poverty or financial hardship in the community of Over Alderley and Birtles in Cheshire by providing grants to individuals in need and/or other charities working to prevent or relieve poverty. To advance the Christian religion and the advancement of Education for those linked to the community of Over Alerley and Birtles in Cheshire

Grants

The Fernhill Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£28,476
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
general charitable purposes, education and training, religious activities, economic or community development and employment and other charitable purposes

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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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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Financial Information

Latest Income
£32,935
Latest Expenditure
£28,476

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 86.5%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£32,935
£28,4760 / 0
2024
£14,328
£19,5090 / 0
2023
£10,772
£1,8840 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Fernhill Trust

What does The Fernhill Trust do?

To relieve poverty or financial hardship in the community of Over Alderley and Birtles in Cheshire by providing grants to individuals in need and/or other charities working to prevent or relieve poverty. To advance the Christian religion and the advancement of Education for those linked to the community of Over Alerley and Birtles in Cheshire

How much income did The Fernhill Trust report in 2025?

The Fernhill Trust reported total income of £33k and reported expenditure of £28k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Fernhill Trust registered as a charity?

The Fernhill Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 January 2023 as charity number 1201647. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs The Fernhill Trust?

The Fernhill Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Robert Geoffrey Redfern Boddington. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Fernhill Trust operate?

The Fernhill Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Fernhill Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Fernhill Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1201647.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
19 January 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5209924
Charity Number
1201647

Trustees

Robert Geoffrey Redfern Boddington Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
David Bernard Shelmerdine
Fiona Katharine Fontes

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
2 November 2026
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