The Hervey Benham Charitable Trust
Grant making trust operating in Colchester and N.E. Essex only.
Activities & Mission
Grant making trust operating in Colchester and N.E. Essex only.
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
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 | £53,291 | £27,429 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £58,663 | £36,027 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £45,341 | £31,402 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £34,723 | £66,951 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £33,196 | £34,598 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Hervey Benham Charitable Trust
What does The Hervey Benham Charitable Trust do?
Grant making trust operating in Colchester and N.E. Essex only.
How much income did The Hervey Benham Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The Hervey Benham Charitable Trust reported total income of £53k and reported expenditure of £27k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Hervey Benham Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Hervey Benham Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 May 1979 as charity number 277578. It has been registered for 47 years.
Who runs The Hervey Benham Charitable Trust?
The Hervey Benham Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is MARTYN RALPH CARR. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Hervey Benham Charitable Trust operate?
The Hervey Benham Charitable Trust operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Hervey Benham Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Hervey Benham Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 277578.
Details
13 HIGH STREET
MANNINGTREE
ESSEX
CO11 1AQ
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