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The Gibberd Garden Trust

The maintenance of the house and grounds as designed by Sir Frederick Gibberd, opening to the public and the education and promotion of public knowledge and understanding of architecture.

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Activities & Mission

The maintenance of the house and grounds as designed by Sir Frederick Gibberd, opening to the public and the education and promotion of public knowledge and understanding of architecture.

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

Latest Income
£79,814
Latest Expenditure
£96,335

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 120.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 120.7%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£79,814
£96,3350 / 40
2024
£91,748
£107,5620 / 40
2023
£114,086
£93,4720 / 40
2022
£90,027
£86,6990 / 40
2021
£84,159
£64,9360 / 32

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Frequently asked questions about The Gibberd Garden Trust

What does The Gibberd Garden Trust do?

The maintenance of the house and grounds as designed by Sir Frederick Gibberd, opening to the public and the education and promotion of public knowledge and understanding of architecture.

How much income did The Gibberd Garden Trust report in 2025?

The Gibberd Garden Trust reported total income of £80k and reported expenditure of £96k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Gibberd Garden Trust registered as a charity?

The Gibberd Garden Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 March 1996 as charity number 1053608. It has been registered for 30 years.

Who runs The Gibberd Garden Trust?

The Gibberd Garden Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael Ralph Danvers. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Gibberd Garden Trust operate?

The Gibberd Garden Trust operates across 2 areas: Essex and Hertfordshire.

Is The Gibberd Garden Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Gibberd Garden Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1053608.

Details

Address
The House
Marsh Lane
HARLOW
Essex
CM17 0NA
Registration Date
9 March 1996
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1053608
Charity Number
1053608

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Trustees

Michael Ralph Danvers Chair
ANTHONY JOHN EVANS
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr David Alexander Farningham
Linda Antoine Hilton
Matthew Christopher Dickin
Patricia Marion Ruth Mountsteven

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Data & trust

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