The Lochnagar Crater Foundation
To raise awareness of, and commemorate, all those who fell in the Great War by providing information to visitors to the Western Front battlefields. especially the Lochnagar Crater on the Somme, which has up to 250,000 visitors each year.Also to specifically engage with schools, as over 100,000 of the visitors are young people and students. This is done via the new website www.lochnagarcrater.org
Activities & Mission
To raise awareness of, and commemorate, all those who fell in the Great War by providing information to visitors to the Western Front battlefields. especially the Lochnagar Crater on the Somme, which has up to 250,000 visitors each year.Also to specifically engage with schools, as over 100,000 of the visitors are young people and students. This is done via the new website www.lochnagarcrater.org
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £14,961 | £21,396 | 0 / 23 | |||
| 2024 | £21,546 | £23,102 | 0 / 23 | |||
| 2023 | £17,877 | £26,663 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £29,890 | £9,970 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2021 | £9,148 | £13,801 | 0 / 5 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Lochnagar Crater Foundation
What does The Lochnagar Crater Foundation do?
To raise awareness of, and commemorate, all those who fell in the Great War by providing information to visitors to the Western Front battlefields. especially the Lochnagar Crater on the Somme, which has up to 250,000 visitors each year.Also to specifically engage with schools, as over 100,000 of the visitors are young people and students. This is done via the new website www.lochnagarcrater.org
How much income did The Lochnagar Crater Foundation report in 2025?
The Lochnagar Crater Foundation reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £21k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Lochnagar Crater Foundation registered as a charity?
The Lochnagar Crater Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 March 2017 as charity number 1172355. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs The Lochnagar Crater Foundation?
The Lochnagar Crater Foundation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is RICHARD GEORGE DUNNING. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Lochnagar Crater Foundation operate?
The Lochnagar Crater Foundation operates across 2 areas: France and England And Wales.
Is The Lochnagar Crater Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Lochnagar Crater Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1172355.
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