Watlington House Trust
Maintain Watlington House, a Grade 2 * building and rent rooms in the building to charities operating within 25 miles of Reading, Berkshire. To also rent out a small number of car parking spaces in the restored gardens which are not allocated to tenants at a commercially viable rate, the benefits of which are used to maintain the house.
Activities & Mission
Maintain Watlington House, a Grade 2 * building and rent rooms in the building to charities operating within 25 miles of Reading, Berkshire. To also rent out a small number of car parking spaces in the restored gardens which are not allocated to tenants at a commercially viable rate, the benefits of which are used to maintain the house.
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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £82,716 | £60,472 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £83,163 | £62,461 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £79,114 | £113,734 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £139,312 | £91,991 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2020 | £71,401 | £70,935 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Watlington House Trust
What does Watlington House Trust do?
Maintain Watlington House, a Grade 2 * building and rent rooms in the building to charities operating within 25 miles of Reading, Berkshire. To also rent out a small number of car parking spaces in the restored gardens which are not allocated to tenants at a commercially viable rate, the benefits of which are used to maintain the house.
How much income did Watlington House Trust report in 2024?
Watlington House Trust reported total income of £83k and reported expenditure of £60k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Watlington House Trust registered as a charity?
Watlington House Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 August 2014 as charity number 1158378. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Watlington House Trust?
Watlington House Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is THE REVD CANON BRIAN SHENTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Watlington House Trust operate?
Watlington House Trust operates in Reading, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Watlington House Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Watlington House Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1158378.
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