The Royal Albert Hall Trust
The trust receives and invests funds in support of the maintenance and preservation of the Royal Albert Hall, a Grade 1 listed building of historic and cultural significance, and of the work of the Hall in seeking to advance education for public benefit by the provision of such instructive activities that relate to the Hall as the Trustees shall from time to time determine.
Activities & Mission
The trust receives and invests funds in support of the maintenance and preservation of the Royal Albert Hall, a Grade 1 listed building of historic and cultural significance, and of the work of the Hall in seeking to advance education for public benefit by the provision of such instructive activities that relate to the Hall as the Trustees shall from time to time determine.
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 28% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 85% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 95% 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,068,545 | £1,247,369 | £1,246,724 | £3,383,555 | £130,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,042,000 | £2,076,000 | £2,075,000 | £2,562,000 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,902,000 | £2,095,000 | £2,094,000 | £2,596,000 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £4,851,000 | £3,480,000 | £3,479,000 | £1,789,000 | £1,789,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2020 | £3,612,000 | £3,950,000 | £3,946,000 | £418,000 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Royal Albert Hall Trust
What does The Royal Albert Hall Trust do?
The trust receives and invests funds in support of the maintenance and preservation of the Royal Albert Hall, a Grade 1 listed building of historic and cultural significance, and of the work of the Hall in seeking to advance education for public benefit by the provision of such instructive activities that relate to the Hall as the Trustees shall from time to time determine.
How much income did The Royal Albert Hall Trust report in 2024?
The Royal Albert Hall Trust reported total income of £2.07m and reported expenditure of £1.25m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Royal Albert Hall Trust?
The Royal Albert Hall Trust has a program ratio of 60.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 28% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Royal Albert Hall Trust registered as a charity?
The Royal Albert Hall Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 July 1982 as charity number 285111. It has been registered for 44 years.
Who runs The Royal Albert Hall Trust?
The Royal Albert Hall Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is James Max. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal Albert Hall Trust operate?
The Royal Albert Hall Trust operates in City Of Westminster, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Royal Albert Hall Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal Albert Hall Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 285111.
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LONDON
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