The Welsh Water Elan Trust
Also known as: Elan Valley Trust
Administration of 47000 acre estate including provision of 28 tenanted agricultural holdings,in hand farming operation as part of conservation and public access remit.Also provides holiday cottages,education and information, 38 tenanted houses and conserves environment and safeguards water catchment which provides water supply to large parts of English Midlands
Activities & Mission
Administration of 47000 acre estate including provision of 28 tenanted agricultural holdings,in hand farming operation as part of conservation and public access remit.Also provides holiday cottages,education and information, 38 tenanted houses and conserves environment and safeguards water catchment which provides water supply to large parts of English Midlands
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 93% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 41% of UK Economic and community development 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 | £1,418,113 | £1,688,998 | £1,688,998 | £15,738,484 | £15,200,890 | 22 / 40 |
| 2024 | £2,200,135 | £2,161,978 | £2,161,978 | £16,172,450 | £15,606,854 | 31 / 20 |
| 2023 | £1,918,951 | £1,891,511 | £1,891,511 | £14,834,930 | £14,834,930 | 37 / 20 |
| 2022 | £2,216,257 | £1,680,959 | £1,680,959 | £15,007,782 | £10,733,685 | 37 / 20 |
| 2021 | £1,946,971 | £1,496,325 | £1,496,325 | £13,423,839 | £9,607,159 | 32 / 25 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Welsh Water Elan Trust
What does The Welsh Water Elan Trust do?
Administration of 47000 acre estate including provision of 28 tenanted agricultural holdings,in hand farming operation as part of conservation and public access remit.Also provides holiday cottages,education and information, 38 tenanted houses and conserves environment and safeguards water catchment which provides water supply to large parts of English Midlands
How much income did The Welsh Water Elan Trust report in 2025?
The Welsh Water Elan Trust reported total income of £1.42m and reported expenditure of £1.69m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Welsh Water Elan Trust?
The Welsh Water Elan Trust has a program ratio of 119.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 93% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Welsh Water Elan Trust registered as a charity?
The Welsh Water Elan Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 December 1990 as charity number 1001347. It has been registered for 36 years.
Who runs The Welsh Water Elan Trust?
The Welsh Water Elan Trust is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Welsh Water Elan Trust operate?
The Welsh Water Elan Trust operates across 2 areas: Ceredigion and Powys.
Is The Welsh Water Elan Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Welsh Water Elan Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1001347.
Details
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Also Known As
- Elan Valley Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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