The Henley Festival Trust
Also known as: The Friends of Henley Festival Society
The purpose of the charity is the advancement of the arts and the promotion and widening of public appreciation and interest in the arts in Henley-on-Thames and the surrounding area and other such places as the trustees may from time to time determine for the benefit of the public.
Activities & Mission
The purpose of the charity is the advancement of the arts and the promotion and widening of public appreciation and interest in the arts in Henley-on-Thames and the surrounding area and other such places as the trustees may from time to time determine for the benefit of the public.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 49% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 28% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 27% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £3,999,168 | £4,129,161 | £3,631,577 | £601,016 | £600,501 | 9 / 0 |
| 2023 | £4,093,231 | £3,925,552 | £3,405,159 | £739,140 | £739,140 | 9 / 0 |
| 2022 | £4,216,352 | £3,849,831 | £3,157,914 | £586,188 | £586,188 | 7 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,957,748 | £2,824,942 | £2,640,144 | £235,379 | £235,379 | 7 / 0 |
| 2020 | £452,821 | £587,058 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Henley Festival Trust
What does The Henley Festival Trust do?
The purpose of the charity is the advancement of the arts and the promotion and widening of public appreciation and interest in the arts in Henley-on-Thames and the surrounding area and other such places as the trustees may from time to time determine for the benefit of the public.
How much income did The Henley Festival Trust report in 2024?
The Henley Festival Trust reported total income of £4.00m and reported expenditure of £4.13m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Henley Festival Trust?
The Henley Festival Trust has a program ratio of 90.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 49% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Henley Festival Trust registered as a charity?
The Henley Festival Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 August 2017 as charity number 1174338. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs The Henley Festival Trust?
The Henley Festival Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Susan Laing. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Henley Festival Trust operate?
The Henley Festival Trust operates across 8 areas, including Bracknell Forest, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Henley Festival Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Henley Festival Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1174338.
Details
HENLEY-ON-THAMES
Oxfordshire
RG9 2LP
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Also Known As
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- 14 May 2026
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