THE GUILD OF HANDICRAFT TRUST
Registered charity 1007696 · accounts filings on the Charity Commission register
The object of the charity is to advance the education of the public in the work and influence of the Guild of Handicraft and of other leading artists, craftsmen and craftswomen associated with Chipping Campden and the North Cotswolds.
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Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £13,615 for the year ended 31 March 2025, contrasting with a surplus in the previous year. The Trustees note that future plans imply a significant deficit unless donations are maintained and increased, indicating a dependency on continued donor support to break even. Free reserves stood at £27,356 (£57,061 total less £29,705 restricted), which is above the stated policy target of £25,000.
Automated summary of the FY2025 accounts; the evidenced findings below carry the verbatim passages.
What the accounts disclose
Largest income source: none
“The reduction in net income is largely a result of a lower level of donations.”
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Going concern: noted by the trustees or auditor
“The budget for 2026-27 implies a significant deficit unless the level of donations can be maintained and increased.” — page 8
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Accounts independently examined (not a full audit). Discloses 4 of 6 completeness components.
Trustee list from the Charity Commission register (current, not historical).
Operates in: Gloucestershire
Income and spending
Common questions
Is THE GUILD OF HANDICRAFT TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £13,615 for the year ended 31 March 2025, contrasting with a surplus in the previous year. The Trustees note that future plans imply a significant deficit unless donations are maintained and increased, indicating a dependency on continued donor support to break even. Free reserves stood at £27,356 (£57,061 total less £29,705 restricted), which is above the stated policy target of £25,000. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE GUILD OF HANDICRAFT TRUST?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE GUILD OF HANDICRAFT TRUST as a grant recipient include THE SAINTBURY TRUST.
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