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.
Grants
The Henley Festival Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £4,489,729
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes and arts, culture, heritage, or science
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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
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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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £4,604,202 | £4,489,729 | £4,046,690 | £715,489 | £684,123 | 8 / 0 |
| 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 |
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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 2025?
The Henley Festival Trust reported total income of £4.60m and reported expenditure of £4.49m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
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.
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Registry Information
Trustees
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Also Known As
- The Friends of Henley Festival Society
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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