The Friends Of Dorchester Abbey
Also known as: The Dorchester Abbey Preservation Trust
Raises funds to be used for the upkeep and preservation of Dorchester Abbey, Oxfordshire
Activities & Mission
Raises funds to be used for the upkeep and preservation of Dorchester Abbey, Oxfordshire
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £33,305 | £30,162 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2024 | £28,633 | £17,613 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2023 | £63,697 | £20,374 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2022 | £69,153 | £33,308 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £45,534 | £34,940 | 0 / 2 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of Dorchester Abbey
What does The Friends Of Dorchester Abbey do?
Raises funds to be used for the upkeep and preservation of Dorchester Abbey, Oxfordshire
How much income did The Friends Of Dorchester Abbey report in 2025?
The Friends Of Dorchester Abbey reported total income of £33k and reported expenditure of £30k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Friends Of Dorchester Abbey registered as a charity?
The Friends Of Dorchester Abbey was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 June 1978 as charity number 275819. It has been registered for 48 years.
Who runs The Friends Of Dorchester Abbey?
The Friends Of Dorchester Abbey is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is RICHARD DICK. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Friends Of Dorchester Abbey operate?
The Friends Of Dorchester Abbey operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Friends Of Dorchester Abbey a registered charity?
Yes — The Friends Of Dorchester Abbey is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 275819.
Details
Dorchester-on-Thames
WALLINGFORD
OX10 7HH
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Dorchester Abbey Preservation Trust
Data & trust
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- 14 May 2026
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