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The Summer Camps Trust

The Trust's mission is to promote and encourage the development of well-run residential summer camps in the UK, so that many more British children and young people can take part in summer camps and by spending time in happy communities in the context of a good holiday benefit their self-confidence, social skills, creativity and positive attitudes, as well as making them happier.

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Activities & Mission

The Trust's mission is to promote and encourage the development of well-run residential summer camps in the UK, so that many more British children and young people can take part in summer camps and by spending time in happy communities in the context of a good holiday benefit their self-confidence, social skills, creativity and positive attitudes, as well as making them happier.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£37,508
Latest Expenditure
£25,642

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 68.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 68.4%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£37,508
£25,6420 / 20
2024
£38,443
£39,7290 / 25
2023
£38,444
£39,7290 / 30
2022
£35,163
£40,5610 / 45
2021
£62,290
£54,9680 / 35

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Frequently asked questions about The Summer Camps Trust

What does The Summer Camps Trust do?

The Trust's mission is to promote and encourage the development of well-run residential summer camps in the UK, so that many more British children and young people can take part in summer camps and by spending time in happy communities in the context of a good holiday benefit their self-confidence, social skills, creativity and positive attitudes, as well as making them happier.

How much income did The Summer Camps Trust report in 2025?

The Summer Camps Trust reported total income of £38k and reported expenditure of £26k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Summer Camps Trust registered as a charity?

The Summer Camps Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 July 2015 as charity number 1162580. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs The Summer Camps Trust?

The Summer Camps Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is IAN FREDERICK LEWIS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Summer Camps Trust operate?

The Summer Camps Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Summer Camps Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Summer Camps Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1162580.

Details

Address
Kildare.
Manby Road.
Malvern.
Worcestershire.
WR14 3BD
Registration Date
8 July 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5060575
Charity Number
1162580

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Trustees

IAN FREDERICK LEWIS Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Baron Michael John Storey
Chloe UPRIGHT
David Andrew CRANE
Also governs 2 other charities
Felix Paul PEPLER
Louisa Catherine Cravero
MALCOLM TROBE CBE
MR CHRIS GREEN MA, MBE
Nicky Bandini
Scott TAYLOR

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30 July 2026
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