The Master (or Keeper) And Fellows Of Peterhouse In The University Of Cambridge
Also known as: Peterhouse
Peterhouse is the oldest of the 31 colleges within the University of Cambridge and is dedicated to the advancement of education, religion, learning and research.
Activities & Mission
Peterhouse is the oldest of the 31 colleges within the University of Cambridge and is dedicated to the advancement of education, religion, learning and research.
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
Higher than 21% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 8% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 10% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £16,445,000 | £17,565,000 | £13,964,000 | £417,304,000 | £387,326,000 | 221 / 0 |
| 2024 | £15,018,000 | £15,309,000 | £11,789,000 | £361,266,000 | £333,382,000 | 205 / 0 |
| 2023 | £13,933,000 | £15,448,000 | £12,315,000 | £350,312,000 | £326,482,000 | 205 / 0 |
| 2022 | £13,609,000 | £14,637,000 | £12,095,000 | £355,293,000 | £331,870,000 | 188 / 0 |
| 2021 | £12,282,000 | £13,296,000 | £10,716,000 | £355,237,000 | £329,250,000 | 170 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Master (or Keeper) And Fellows Of Peterhouse In The University Of Cambridge
What does The Master (or Keeper) And Fellows Of Peterhouse In The University Of Cambridge do?
Peterhouse is the oldest of the 31 colleges within the University of Cambridge and is dedicated to the advancement of education, religion, learning and research.
How much income did The Master (or Keeper) And Fellows Of Peterhouse In The University Of Cambridge report in 2025?
The Master (or Keeper) And Fellows Of Peterhouse In The University Of Cambridge reported total income of £16.45m and reported expenditure of £17.57m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Master (or Keeper) And Fellows Of Peterhouse In The University Of Cambridge?
The Master (or Keeper) And Fellows Of Peterhouse In The University Of Cambridge has a program ratio of 81.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 21% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Master (or Keeper) And Fellows Of Peterhouse In The University Of Cambridge registered as a charity?
The Master (or Keeper) And Fellows Of Peterhouse In The University Of Cambridge was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 August 2010 as charity number 1137457. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs The Master (or Keeper) And Fellows Of Peterhouse In The University Of Cambridge?
The Master (or Keeper) And Fellows Of Peterhouse In The University Of Cambridge is governed by a board of 42 trustees. The chair of trustees is PROF ANDREW PARKER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Master (or Keeper) And Fellows Of Peterhouse In The University Of Cambridge operate?
The Master (or Keeper) And Fellows Of Peterhouse In The University Of Cambridge operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Master (or Keeper) And Fellows Of Peterhouse In The University Of Cambridge a registered charity?
Yes — The Master (or Keeper) And Fellows Of Peterhouse In The University Of Cambridge is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137457.
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- 14 May 2026
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