The National Trust For Places Of Historic Interest Or Natural Beauty
Notable UK charityAlso known as: National Trust, National Trust Cymru, The National Trust
To look after places of historic interest or natural beauty permanently for the benefit of the nation across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Activities & Mission
To look after places of historic interest or natural beauty permanently for the benefit of the nation across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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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Latest Financial Breakdown
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £766,195,000 | £824,377,000 | £749,037,000 | £1,636,436,000 | £1,637,619,000 | 8746 / 42590 |
| 2024 | £723,814,000 | £767,677,000 | £695,892,000 | £1,611,423,000 | £1,611,423,000 | 8419 / 40000 |
| 2023 | £671,076,000 | £733,294,000 | £667,610,000 | £1,581,397,000 | £365,963,000 | 7608 / 40000 |
| 2022 | £643,329,000 | £591,942,000 | £536,767,000 | £1,679,745,000 | £413,686,000 | 6651 / 44000 |
| 2021 | £507,661,000 | £514,543,000 | £456,953,000 | £1,466,599,000 | £410,588,000 | 7578 / 50000 |
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Frequently asked questions about The National Trust For Places Of Historic Interest Or Natural Beauty
What does The National Trust For Places Of Historic Interest Or Natural Beauty do?
To look after places of historic interest or natural beauty permanently for the benefit of the nation across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
How much income did The National Trust For Places Of Historic Interest Or Natural Beauty report in 2025?
The National Trust For Places Of Historic Interest Or Natural Beauty reported total income of £766.20m and reported expenditure of £824.38m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The National Trust For Places Of Historic Interest Or Natural Beauty registered as a charity?
The National Trust For Places Of Historic Interest Or Natural Beauty was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 November 1962 as charity number 205846. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs The National Trust For Places Of Historic Interest Or Natural Beauty?
The National Trust For Places Of Historic Interest Or Natural Beauty is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rene H Olivieri CBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The National Trust For Places Of Historic Interest Or Natural Beauty operate?
The National Trust For Places Of Historic Interest Or Natural Beauty operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and England And Wales.
Is The National Trust For Places Of Historic Interest Or Natural Beauty a registered charity?
Yes — The National Trust For Places Of Historic Interest Or Natural Beauty is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 205846.
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Also Known As
- National Trust
- National Trust Cymru
- The National Trust
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