AMPLEFORTH ABBEY
The main object of the charity is for the furtherance of the Roman Catholic religion. The object is fulfilled by the formation and subsequent ministry of Benedictine monks of Ampleforth Abbey. The works of the monks include the maintenance of the monastic community and its property, education, the welcoming of guests and parish work in dioceses of the Roman Catholic Church.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total income decreased by 20% to £22.3m, largely due to a drop in property sales, while unrestricted reserves remain high at £51.8m. The trustees report that a strategic recovery plan is bearing fruit, though they acknowledge the financial situation highlights risks regarding the sustainability of the monastic community.
What the accounts disclose
“£200,000 - £220,000 -”
“- Donation of historic bursary funds 4,653”
“- rental charge by Ampleforth Abbey Trust for use of land and buildings 60” — page 60
“- Donation of historic bursary funds 4,653”
“- rental charge by Ampleforth Abbey Trust for use of land and buildings 60” — page 60
“- Donation of historic bursary funds 4,653”
“- rental charge by Ampleforth Abbey Trust for use of land and buildings 60” — page 60
“- Donation of historic bursary funds 4,653”
“- rental charge by Ampleforth Abbey Trust for use of land and buildings 60” — page 60
“one subsidiary company Ampleforth Abbey Trading Limited, responsible for commercial activities.”
Year-over-year changes
- Top pay band moved from £200,001 - £220,000 (FY2024) to £200,000 - £220,000 (FY2025).
In the news
- Ampleforth Abbey: Cycling grand prix set to return to stunning Yorkshire grounds
- North Yorkshire Grand Prix returns to historic Ampleforth Abbey
- North Yorkshire Grand Prix returns to Ampleforth Abbey this weekend
- More than 60 artists to exhibit at historic Ampleforth Abbey this summer
- Sixth formers shine at Ampleforth Abbey
- Miles Skehan: Grounds and Forestry Manager at Ampleforth Abbey
- Ampleforth Abbey Showcase Local Artists in Summer Exhibition
- Ampleforth Abbey in Yorkshire opens new visitor centre with guest accommodation for school residential groups
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/08/2025)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (07/01/2025)
Trustees
- THE AMPLEFORTH ABBEY TRUSTEES
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £22.2m | £23.5m |
| 31/08/2024 | £27.8m | £22.0m |
| 31/08/2023 | £32.3m | £24.0m |
| 31/08/2022 | £27.2m | £26.5m |
| 31/08/2021 | £21.7m | £22.9m |
Common questions
Is AMPLEFORTH ABBEY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total income decreased by 20% to £22.3m, largely due to a drop in property sales, while unrestricted reserves remain high at £51.8m. The trustees report that a strategic recovery plan is bearing fruit, though they acknowledge the financial situation highlights risks regarding the sustainability of the monastic community. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Saffery LLP.
What does the highest-paid employee of AMPLEFORTH ABBEY earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £200,000 - £220,000 band.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 14/05/2008 | £7k | Gilling Community Orchard |
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE ADRIAN AND MARIE-FRANCOISE RANDAG BEQUEST | 1 | £739k |
| ST CECILIA'S ABBEY RYDE ISLE OF WIGHT | 1 | £255k |
| THE FOUNDATION OF ST. BENEDICT OF NURSIA | 1 | £133k |
| THE PHILIP MARSDEN FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £35k |
| GOWLING WLG (UK) CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £1k |
| THE SAMUEL STOREY FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £630 |
| THE ASTOR FOUNDATION | 1 | £500 |
Charities like this
- ST MARY'S ABBEY, QUARR
- CALDEY ABBEY
- ST MILDRED'S ABBEY, MINSTER, KENT
- ST LAURENCE EDUCATION TRUST
- MOUNT ST BERNARD ABBEY TRUSTEES REGISTERED
- ST MICHAEL'S ABBEY CHARITABLE TRUST
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMPLEFORTH ABBEY | £22.2m | £200,000 - £220,000 | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ST MARY'S ABBEY, QUARR | £1.6m | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CALDEY ABBEY | £1.3m | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| ST MILDRED'S ABBEY, MINSTER, KENT | £387k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ST LAURENCE EDUCATION TRUST | £22.4m | — | 23 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| MOUNT ST BERNARD ABBEY TRUSTEES REGISTERED | £1.4m | — | 0 | below | — | no doubt |