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Wells Cathedral Preservation Trust

The trust receives donations and legacies, invests unused income and disburses funds exclusively for the preservation and conservation of the fabric of Wells Cathedral.

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Activities & Mission

The trust receives donations and legacies, invests unused income and disburses funds exclusively for the preservation and conservation of the fabric of Wells Cathedral.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£24,295
Latest Expenditure
£60,002

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 247.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 247.0%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£24,295
£60,0020 / 2
2024
£25,907
£18,0390 / 2
2023
£14,501
£5,0420 / 2
2022
£15,934
£160,1650 / 2
2021
£19,031
£22,0930 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Wells Cathedral Preservation Trust

What does Wells Cathedral Preservation Trust do?

The trust receives donations and legacies, invests unused income and disburses funds exclusively for the preservation and conservation of the fabric of Wells Cathedral.

How much income did Wells Cathedral Preservation Trust report in 2025?

Wells Cathedral Preservation Trust reported total income of £24k and reported expenditure of £60k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Wells Cathedral Preservation Trust registered as a charity?

Wells Cathedral Preservation Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 July 1976 as charity number 271596. It has been registered for 50 years.

Who runs Wells Cathedral Preservation Trust?

Wells Cathedral Preservation Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is EDWARD GEORGE HOBHOUSE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Wells Cathedral Preservation Trust operate?

Wells Cathedral Preservation Trust operates across 3 areas: Bath And North East Somerset, North Somerset and Somerset.

Is Wells Cathedral Preservation Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Wells Cathedral Preservation Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 271596.

Details

Address
4 Stoberry Crescent
WELLS
Somerset
BA5 2TG
Registration Date
1 July 1976
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
271596
Charity Number
271596

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Trustees

EDWARD GEORGE HOBHOUSE Chair
Also governs 2 other charities
Annie Maw
Edward William George Bayntun-Coward DL
Also governs 2 other charities
Emily Showering
Also governs 3 other charities
Esmeralda Jane Martin
Martin William Llewellyn
THE HONOURABLE THOMAS FLETCHER REES MOGG
The Revd Dr Megan DAffern
Also governs 1 other charity
The Very Reverend Toby Christopher Wright
Also governs 1 other charity

Sectors & Classifications

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