The Leathercraft Trust
Also known as: The Museum of Leathercraft
Education in the culture and heritage of leathercarft to the general public by means of curating and exhibiting an extensive and well regarded collection of leather items and archival material relating to the leather industry in Northamptonshire and beyond.
Activities & Mission
Education in the culture and heritage of leathercarft to the general public by means of curating and exhibiting an extensive and well regarded collection of leather items and archival material relating to the leather industry in Northamptonshire and beyond.
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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £25,240 | £44,272 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £100,343 | £87,044 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2022 | £81,467 | £95,814 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2021 | £134,106 | £119,770 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £123,126 | £128,041 | 0 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Leathercraft Trust
What does The Leathercraft Trust do?
Education in the culture and heritage of leathercarft to the general public by means of curating and exhibiting an extensive and well regarded collection of leather items and archival material relating to the leather industry in Northamptonshire and beyond.
How much income did The Leathercraft Trust report in 2024?
The Leathercraft Trust reported total income of £25k and reported expenditure of £44k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Leathercraft Trust registered as a charity?
The Leathercraft Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 August 1970 as charity number 313056. It has been registered for 56 years.
Who runs The Leathercraft Trust?
The Leathercraft Trust is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Hugh Barrow. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Leathercraft Trust operate?
The Leathercraft Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Leathercraft Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Leathercraft Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 313056.
Details
LCB Depot
31 Rutland Street
Leicester
LE1 1RE
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Also Known As
- The Museum of Leathercraft
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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