The Heysham Fund
Also known as: Carlisle Sick Poor Fund
Grants given to individuals living in Carlisle and District who are suffering financial hardship due to ill health.
Activities & Mission
Grants given to individuals living in Carlisle and District who are suffering financial hardship due to ill health.
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
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 | £10,876 | £9,675 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £10,604 | £10,222 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £10,438 | £9,477 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £10,347 | £11,545 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £10,077 | £5,031 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Heysham Fund
What does The Heysham Fund do?
Grants given to individuals living in Carlisle and District who are suffering financial hardship due to ill health.
How much income did The Heysham Fund report in 2025?
The Heysham Fund reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £10k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Heysham Fund registered as a charity?
The Heysham Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 January 1964 as charity number 223124. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The Heysham Fund?
The Heysham Fund is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is MARGARET PATERSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Heysham Fund operate?
The Heysham Fund operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Heysham Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The Heysham Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 223124.
Details
15 FISHER STREET
CARLISLE
CUMBRIA
CA3 8RW
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Also Known As
- Carlisle Sick Poor Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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