The Sherling Charitable Trust
Trust supports charities primarily operating in disclosed area in the fields of education, sport, arts and health
Activities & Mission
Trust supports charities primarily operating in disclosed area in the fields of education, sport, arts and health
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 19% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 931). How is this calculated?
Higher than 54% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 77% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M. (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.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £416,315 | £243,380 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £818,687 | £334,630 | £330,850 | £6,462,697 | £6,462,697 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £884,710 | £265,280 | £265,280 | £5,719,255 | £5,719,255 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,408,741 | £411,100 | £407,500 | £5,356,558 | £5,356,558 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £230,515 | £234,000 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Sherling Charitable Trust
What does The Sherling Charitable Trust do?
Trust supports charities primarily operating in disclosed area in the fields of education, sport, arts and health
How much income did The Sherling Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The Sherling Charitable Trust reported total income of £416k and reported expenditure of £243k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Sherling Charitable Trust?
The Sherling Charitable Trust has a program ratio of 40.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 19% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 931 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Sherling Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Sherling Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 March 2000 as charity number 1079651. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs The Sherling Charitable Trust?
The Sherling Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is CLIVE RICHARD SHERLING. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Sherling Charitable Trust operate?
The Sherling Charitable Trust operates in Buckinghamshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Sherling Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Sherling Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1079651.
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Buckinghamshire
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