Tyne And Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited
Also known as: Tyne and Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited (also Known as "buttress"), Buttress
The Trust is governed by its constitution and its main objective is to preserve for the benefit of the public generally and especially for the inhabitants of the County of Tyne and Wear, buildings (including artefacts and land) which are of special historic, architectural, or townscape interest.
Activities & Mission
The Trust is governed by its constitution and its main objective is to preserve for the benefit of the public generally and especially for the inhabitants of the County of Tyne and Wear, buildings (including artefacts and land) which are of special historic, architectural, or townscape interest.
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 78% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 63% of UK Heritage 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.
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 | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,129,212 | £1,110,183 | £1,110,183 | £2,277,952 | £12,557 | 6 / 12 |
| 2024 | £484,704 | £586,611 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £769,623 | £844,590 | £844,590 | £2,322,825 | £117,635 | 3 / 10 |
| 2022 | £541,244 | £555,578 | £555,578 | £2,298,797 | £89,421 | 3 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,072,399 | £820,359 | £820,359 | £2,282,216 | £89,231 | 3 / 10 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Tyne And Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited
What does Tyne And Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited do?
The Trust is governed by its constitution and its main objective is to preserve for the benefit of the public generally and especially for the inhabitants of the County of Tyne and Wear, buildings (including artefacts and land) which are of special historic, architectural, or townscape interest.
How much income did Tyne And Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited report in 2025?
Tyne And Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited reported total income of £1.13m and reported expenditure of £1.11m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Tyne And Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited?
Tyne And Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited has a program ratio of 98.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 78% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Tyne And Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Tyne And Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 September 1979 as charity number 509133. It has been registered for 47 years.
Who runs Tyne And Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited?
Tyne And Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited is governed by a board of 16 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Tyne And Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited operate?
Tyne And Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited operates across 5 areas, including Gateshead, Newcastle Upon Tyne City, North Tyneside and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Tyne And Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Tyne And Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 509133.
Details
Muscott Grove
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE15 6TT
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Also Known As
- Tyne and Wear Building Preservation Trust Limited (also Known as "buttress")
- Buttress
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated