The Friends Of Hylands House
The object of the Friends shall be the preservation and improvement of the listed building - Hylands House, Chelmsford - together with the associated park, for the benefit of the public and the promotion of its use by the public, through the activities of a group of friends.
Activities & Mission
The object of the Friends shall be the preservation and improvement of the listed building - Hylands House, Chelmsford - together with the associated park, for the benefit of the public and the promotion of its use by the public, through the activities of a group of friends.
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.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £25,708 | £14,206 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2023 | £25,432 | £13,844 | 0 / 67 | |||
| 2022 | £40,034 | £30,065 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2021 | £16,021 | £13,120 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2020 | £13,343 | £39,879 | 0 / 80 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of Hylands House
What does The Friends Of Hylands House do?
The object of the Friends shall be the preservation and improvement of the listed building - Hylands House, Chelmsford - together with the associated park, for the benefit of the public and the promotion of its use by the public, through the activities of a group of friends.
How much income did The Friends Of Hylands House report in 2024?
The Friends Of Hylands House reported total income of £26k and reported expenditure of £14k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Friends Of Hylands House registered as a charity?
The Friends Of Hylands House was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 January 1997 as charity number 1059969. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs The Friends Of Hylands House?
The Friends Of Hylands House is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mrs Chris Rycroft. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Friends Of Hylands House operate?
The Friends Of Hylands House operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Friends Of Hylands House a registered charity?
Yes — The Friends Of Hylands House is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1059969.
Details
CHELMSFORD
CM2 7ER
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 Associations charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 3 other charities
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 3 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated