The Friends Of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust
(a) for the public benefit, the preservation, restoration, development and maintenance of Abingdon Abbey, its buildings and site and other historic buildings and land in the town of Abingdon-on-Thames and its neighbourhood;(b) to advance education in the subjects of the abbey, its properties and the history, heritage and culture of the local area.
Activities & Mission
(a) for the public benefit, the preservation, restoration, development and maintenance of Abingdon Abbey, its buildings and site and other historic buildings and land in the town of Abingdon-on-Thames and its neighbourhood;(b) to advance education in the subjects of the abbey, its properties and the history, heritage and culture of the local area.
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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2021 — The Friends of Abingdon (organisation 225880)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £187,123 | £305,468 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2023 | £210,852 | £211,564 | 0 / 77 | |||
| 2022 | £80,455 | £68,543 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2021 | £93,192 | £73,495 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2020 | £50,925 | £59,143 | 0 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust
What does The Friends Of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust do?
(a) for the public benefit, the preservation, restoration, development and maintenance of Abingdon Abbey, its buildings and site and other historic buildings and land in the town of Abingdon-on-Thames and its neighbourhood;(b) to advance education in the subjects of the abbey, its properties and the history, heritage and culture of the local area.
How much income did The Friends Of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust report in 2024?
The Friends Of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust reported total income of £187k and reported expenditure of £305k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Friends Of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust registered as a charity?
The Friends Of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 May 2019 as charity number 1183398. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs The Friends Of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust?
The Friends Of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gregory Bensberg MBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Friends Of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust operate?
The Friends Of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Friends Of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Friends Of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1183398.
Details
18 THAMES STREET
ABINGDON
OX14 3HZ
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