The Great Dixter Charitable Trust
The primary aim of the Great Dixter Charitable Trust is to ensure the conservation of the Great Dixter estate and public access to the house and gardens as developed by the Lloyd family over the 20th and 21st centuries. The approach will be driven by Christopher Lloyd's belief in challenging and experimenting while striving for horticultural excellence.
Activities & Mission
The primary aim of the Great Dixter Charitable Trust is to ensure the conservation of the Great Dixter estate and public access to the house and gardens as developed by the Lloyd family over the 20th and 21st centuries. The approach will be driven by Christopher Lloyd's belief in challenging and experimenting while striving for horticultural excellence.
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
Higher than 9% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 6% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 5% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £2,644,144 | £2,415,459 | £1,474,418 | £8,920,661 | £1,201,928 | 65 / 70 |
| 2024 | £2,220,563 | £2,166,601 | £1,324,312 | £8,700,213 | £1,039,259 | 56 / 65 |
| 2023 | £2,065,912 | £2,001,002 | £1,318,315 | £8,619,760 | £924,245 | 66 / 26 |
| 2022 | £1,799,868 | £1,771,633 | £1,134,324 | £8,552,815 | £932,713 | 52 / 20 |
| 2021 | £1,710,320 | £1,526,807 | £1,047,217 | £8,524,580 | £596,663 | 44 / 2 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Great Dixter Charitable Trust
What does The Great Dixter Charitable Trust do?
The primary aim of the Great Dixter Charitable Trust is to ensure the conservation of the Great Dixter estate and public access to the house and gardens as developed by the Lloyd family over the 20th and 21st centuries. The approach will be driven by Christopher Lloyd's belief in challenging and experimenting while striving for horticultural excellence.
How much income did The Great Dixter Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The Great Dixter Charitable Trust reported total income of £2.64m and reported expenditure of £2.42m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Great Dixter Charitable Trust?
The Great Dixter Charitable Trust has a program ratio of 55.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 9% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Great Dixter Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Great Dixter Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 March 2010 as charity number 1134948. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs The Great Dixter Charitable Trust?
The Great Dixter Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is GEOFFREY DYER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Great Dixter Charitable Trust operate?
The Great Dixter Charitable Trust operates in East Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Great Dixter Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Great Dixter Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1134948.
Details
Great Dixter House and Gardens
Northiam
Rye
East Sussex
TN31 6PH
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