the oxford preservation trust

The charity supports the general public. The Oxford Preservation Trust is a registered charity whose purpose is the environment, conservation, or heritage. It delivers its work by providing buildings, facilities, or open space. The charity is based in Oxford and operates in Oxfordshire.

This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.

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Activities & Mission

Preservation and enhancement, for the benefit of the public, of the amenities of the city of Oxford and its surroundings. Promotion and encouragement of public interest in and knowledge of the history of the city of Oxford and its surroundings.

Fundraising

See where The Oxford Preservation Trust is active and find local fundraising opportunities.

Local Authority

Oxfordshire

Financial Information

Latest Income

£838,193

Latest Expenditure

£844,477

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 94.5%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 93.8%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 7.7%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £345,607

Charitable Activities £356,854

Other Trading £0

Investments £135,732

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £792,423

Raising Funds £52,054

Governance £13,174

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2024	£838,193	£844,477	£792,423	£8,045,138	£7,782,858	8 / 200
2023	£790,134	£1,273,512	£1,232,510	£7,804,592	£7,592,155	9 / 150
2022	£2,072,058	£816,230	£761,885	£8,136,669	£7,932,513	8 / 50
2021	£832,006	£1,220,869	£1,172,337	£7,343,566	£7,185,867	8 / 50
2020	£891,757	£814,181	£770,742	£7,362,895	£6,755,591	8 / 30