The Upholders Charity
The Charity supports those wishing to undertake qualifications and training in the upholstery and other trade crafts and provides assistance to upholders or former upholders who find themselves in need by making awards of grants and bursaries.
Activities & Mission
The Charity supports those wishing to undertake qualifications and training in the upholstery and other trade crafts and provides assistance to upholders or former upholders who find themselves in need by making awards of grants and bursaries.
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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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.
The Commission record shows these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — Worshipful Company of Upholders, Peter Jackson Charity (organisation 206283)
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — The Worshipful Company of Upholders Neville Hayman Charity (organisation 3951415)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £47,859 | £36,459 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2023 | £36,566 | £18,381 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £31,246 | £18,962 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2021 | £141,083 | £24,290 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £51,316 | £14,315 | 0 / 10 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Upholders Charity
What does The Upholders Charity do?
The Charity supports those wishing to undertake qualifications and training in the upholstery and other trade crafts and provides assistance to upholders or former upholders who find themselves in need by making awards of grants and bursaries.
How much income did The Upholders Charity report in 2024?
The Upholders Charity reported total income of £48k and reported expenditure of £36k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Upholders Charity registered as a charity?
The Upholders Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 January 2019 as charity number 1181669. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs The Upholders Charity?
The Upholders Charity is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHRISTOPHER FRANK HAYMAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Upholders Charity operate?
The Upholders Charity operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Upholders Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The Upholders Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1181669.
Details
Hildenborough
TONBRIDGE
Kent
TN11 9LG
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