The Hm Tower Of London Chapels Royal Foundation
THE OBJECTS ARE TO:A) ADVANCE THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND AND THE CHAPELS AS PLACES OF PUBLIC WORSHIP;B) BENEFIT THOSE ATTENDING PUBLIC RELIGIOUS SERVICES IN THE CHAPELS;C) SUPPORT THE CHAPLAIN AND THE MISSION OF THE CHURCH;D) HELP THE CHAPELS AS PLACES OF NATIONAL HERITAGE AND HISTORIC INTEREST; ANDE) MAKE GRANTS TO CHARITIES TO SUPPORT THE CHAPLAIN, THE CHAPELS AND OTHER CHARITABLE PURPOSES.
Activities & Mission
THE OBJECTS ARE TO:A) ADVANCE THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND AND THE CHAPELS AS PLACES OF PUBLIC WORSHIP;B) BENEFIT THOSE ATTENDING PUBLIC RELIGIOUS SERVICES IN THE CHAPELS;C) SUPPORT THE CHAPLAIN AND THE MISSION OF THE CHURCH;D) HELP THE CHAPELS AS PLACES OF NATIONAL HERITAGE AND HISTORIC INTEREST; ANDE) MAKE GRANTS TO CHARITIES TO SUPPORT THE CHAPLAIN, THE CHAPELS AND OTHER CHARITABLE PURPOSES.
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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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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.
The Commission record shows these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2023 — The Council of the Chapels Royal Within Hm Tower of London (organisation 5019992)
- Asset transfer in in 2017 — Association of Friends of the Chapels Royal Within Her Majesty's Tower of London (organisation 259429)
- Asset transfer in in 2016 — The Constable's Fund (organisation 275453)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £236,690 | £240,205 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2023 | £214,125 | £224,319 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2022 | £471,299 | £207,049 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2021 | £158,000 | £106,954 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2020 | £247,632 | £165,519 | 0 / 15 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Hm Tower Of London Chapels Royal Foundation
What does The Hm Tower Of London Chapels Royal Foundation do?
THE OBJECTS ARE TO:A) ADVANCE THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND AND THE CHAPELS AS PLACES OF PUBLIC WORSHIP;B) BENEFIT THOSE ATTENDING PUBLIC RELIGIOUS SERVICES IN THE CHAPELS;C) SUPPORT THE CHAPLAIN AND THE MISSION OF THE CHURCH;D) HELP THE CHAPELS AS PLACES OF NATIONAL HERITAGE AND HISTORIC INTEREST; ANDE) MAKE GRANTS TO CHARITIES TO SUPPORT THE CHAPLAIN, THE CHAPELS AND OTHER CHARITABLE PURPOSES.
How much income did The Hm Tower Of London Chapels Royal Foundation report in 2024?
The Hm Tower Of London Chapels Royal Foundation reported total income of £237k and reported expenditure of £240k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Hm Tower Of London Chapels Royal Foundation registered as a charity?
The Hm Tower Of London Chapels Royal Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 March 2015 as charity number 1160859. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs The Hm Tower Of London Chapels Royal Foundation?
The Hm Tower Of London Chapels Royal Foundation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is General Sir Gordon Kenneth Messenger KCB CBE DL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Hm Tower Of London Chapels Royal Foundation operate?
The Hm Tower Of London Chapels Royal Foundation operates in Tower Hamlets, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Hm Tower Of London Chapels Royal Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Hm Tower Of London Chapels Royal Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160859.
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The Tower of London
Tower Hill
LONDON
EC3N 4AB
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