The Venture Trust
Also known as: Venture Trust
Venture Trust helps people, who, because of their life experiences, are marginalised, disadvantaged, chaotic or vulnerable, to recognise what they need to change, then gives them the confidence, motivation and lifeskills they need to make those changes. At the heart of its work, Venture Trust gives people time, space, challenge and intensive personal development support in wilderness settings.
Activities & Mission
Venture Trust helps people, who, because of their life experiences, are marginalised, disadvantaged, chaotic or vulnerable, to recognise what they need to change, then gives them the confidence, motivation and lifeskills they need to make those changes. At the heart of its work, Venture Trust gives people time, space, challenge and intensive personal development support in wilderness settings.
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 68% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 369). How is this calculated?
Higher than 52% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 45% of UK Social welfare 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 | £2,269,529 | £2,347,496 | £2,249,359 | £53,796 | £46,981 | 44 / 0 |
| 2024 | £2,341,834 | £2,338,496 | £2,277,057 | £131,763 | £108,624 | 48 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,418,737 | £2,731,304 | £2,716,688 | £128,425 | £86,937 | 58 / 8 |
| 2022 | £2,831,986 | £2,710,979 | £2,697,226 | £440,992 | £380,789 | 58 / 7 |
| 2021 | £2,709,151 | £2,616,387 | £2,599,490 | £319,985 | £241,001 | 57 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Venture Trust
What does The Venture Trust do?
Venture Trust helps people, who, because of their life experiences, are marginalised, disadvantaged, chaotic or vulnerable, to recognise what they need to change, then gives them the confidence, motivation and lifeskills they need to make those changes. At the heart of its work, Venture Trust gives people time, space, challenge and intensive personal development support in wilderness settings.
How much income did The Venture Trust report in 2025?
The Venture Trust reported total income of £2.27m and reported expenditure of £2.35m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Venture Trust?
The Venture Trust has a program ratio of 99.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 68% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 369 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Venture Trust registered as a charity?
The Venture Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 March 1983 as charity number 285891. It has been registered for 43 years.
Who runs The Venture Trust?
The Venture Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Barry Sillers. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Venture Trust operate?
The Venture Trust operates in Scotland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Venture Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Venture Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 285891.
Details
Unit 6 Block 1
Manor Farm Business Park
Manor Loan
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FK9 5QD
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- 30 July 2026
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