The Woolbeding Charity
The Woolbeding Charity was established to bring to completion the remaining grant commitments and legacy work of The Monument Trust, after 53 years of philanthropy since its foundation in 1965 by the late Simon Sainsbury. Foremost within the Trustees' work has been the development of a new Glasshouse for the garden at Woolbeding in Sussex, a property owned and operated by the National Trust.
Activities & Mission
The Woolbeding Charity was established to bring to completion the remaining grant commitments and legacy work of The Monument Trust, after 53 years of philanthropy since its foundation in 1965 by the late Simon Sainsbury. Foremost within the Trustees' work has been the development of a new Glasshouse for the garden at Woolbeding in Sussex, a property owned and operated by the National Trust.
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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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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 | £0 | £1,335,000 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £1,000 | £1,461,000 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £8,000 | £1,457,000 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £439,000 | £1,186,000 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £3,503,000 | £893,000 | £893,000 | £14,142,000 | £2,817,000 | 8 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Woolbeding Charity
What does The Woolbeding Charity do?
The Woolbeding Charity was established to bring to completion the remaining grant commitments and legacy work of The Monument Trust, after 53 years of philanthropy since its foundation in 1965 by the late Simon Sainsbury. Foremost within the Trustees' work has been the development of a new Glasshouse for the garden at Woolbeding in Sussex, a property owned and operated by the National Trust.
When was The Woolbeding Charity registered as a charity?
The Woolbeding Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 February 2017 as charity number 1171566. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs The Woolbeding Charity?
The Woolbeding Charity is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Woolbeding Charity operate?
The Woolbeding Charity operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Woolbeding Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The Woolbeding Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171566.
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