Thorpe Prebend House

Thorpe Prebend acts as a Heritage Centre for the Cathedral and houses exhibits which unveil the Story of Ripon and the Cathedral over the centuries.Schools use the house for educational visits.Local organisations hold lectures in Thorpe Prebend on historic events.

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Activities & Mission

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

North Yorkshire

Financial Information

Latest Income

£30,093

Latest Expenditure

£29,771

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 98.9%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 98.9%

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 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.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2024	£30,093	£29,771	0 / 0
2023	£18,108	£21,520	0 / 0
2022	£66,658	£22,758	0 / 0
2021	£24,344	£20,993	0 / 0
2020	£27,520	£18,087	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Thorpe Prebend House

What does Thorpe Prebend House do?

How much income did Thorpe Prebend House report in 2024?

Thorpe Prebend House reported total income of £30k and reported expenditure of £30k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Thorpe Prebend House registered as a charity?

Thorpe Prebend House was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 July 1990 as charity number 703133. It has been registered for 36 years.

Who runs Thorpe Prebend House?

Thorpe Prebend House is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is The Very Revd John Dobson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Thorpe Prebend House operate?

Thorpe Prebend House operates in North Yorkshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Thorpe Prebend House a registered charity?

Yes — Thorpe Prebend House is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 703133.