The Port Sunlight Village Trust
The Trust's principal objective is the conservation and maintenance of the fabric of Port Sunlight Village, its landscape, monuments and items of architectural significance or beauty and the preservation of its essential character. By means of a museum, the Trust also seeks to promote the ideas underlying the village's foundation and their relevance in the modern world.
Activities & Mission
The Trust's principal objective is the conservation and maintenance of the fabric of Port Sunlight Village, its landscape, monuments and items of architectural significance or beauty and the preservation of its essential character. By means of a museum, the Trust also seeks to promote the ideas underlying the village's foundation and their relevance in the modern world.
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
Higher than 93% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 89% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £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 | £3,479,456 | £4,004,327 | £4,004,327 | £48,772,468 | £1,500,000 | 55 / 30 |
| 2024 | £3,159,686 | £3,093,698 | £3,093,698 | £47,159,040 | £1,500,000 | 53 / 25 |
| 2023 | £3,696,542 | £2,364,044 | £2,364,044 | £43,315,666 | £1,800,000 | 46 / 30 |
| 2022 | £3,656,049 | £2,568,969 | £2,568,969 | £39,910,982 | £718,965 | 42 / 40 |
| 2021 | £3,725,557 | £2,324,280 | £2,320,520 | £38,498,729 | £600,000 | 48 / 60 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Port Sunlight Village Trust
What does The Port Sunlight Village Trust do?
The Trust's principal objective is the conservation and maintenance of the fabric of Port Sunlight Village, its landscape, monuments and items of architectural significance or beauty and the preservation of its essential character. By means of a museum, the Trust also seeks to promote the ideas underlying the village's foundation and their relevance in the modern world.
How much income did The Port Sunlight Village Trust report in 2025?
The Port Sunlight Village Trust reported total income of £3.48m and reported expenditure of £4.00m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Port Sunlight Village Trust?
The Port Sunlight Village Trust has a program ratio of 115.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 93% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Port Sunlight Village Trust registered as a charity?
The Port Sunlight Village Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 March 1999 as charity number 1074713. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs The Port Sunlight Village Trust?
The Port Sunlight Village Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Port Sunlight Village Trust operate?
The Port Sunlight Village Trust operates in Wirral, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Port Sunlight Village Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Port Sunlight Village Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1074713.
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