THE QUEEN ELIZABETH HOSPITAL KING'S LYNN CHARITABLE FUND
The Charitable fund has NHS wide objectives as followsThe trustees shall hold the trust fund upon trust to apply the income and at their discretion, so far as may be permissible, the capital, for any charitable purpose or purposes relating to the National Health Service (hereinafter referred to as NHS).
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total funds decreased significantly to £2.2m from £5.0m in the prior year, driven by a large increase in charitable expenditure to £3.1m, primarily for a surgical robot and the Peddars Way unit. The trustees confirm the charity has sufficient cash reserves to meet liabilities for at least 12 months, with no material uncertainties identified regarding its ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The Charity has established a policy whereby unrestricted funds held as cash, not committed or invested should cover all foreseen and planned expenditure based on the normal level of activity.”
“During the year the Trust recharged the Charity £1,969k in respect of salary and other recharges, establishment costs and the construction of the Peddars Way end of life unit.” — page 66
“At 31 March 2025 the Charity owed the Trust £289k (2024 £49k).” — page 66
“During the year the Trust recharged the Charity £1,969k in respect of salary and other recharges, establishment costs and the construction of the Peddars Way end of life unit.” — page 66
“At 31 March 2025 the Charity owed the Trust £289k (2024 £49k).” — page 66
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2024)
Trustees
- The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £384k | £3.2m |
| 31/03/2024 | £1.7m | £652k |
| 31/03/2023 | £564k | £547k |
| 31/03/2022 | £1.0m | £565k |
| 31/03/2021 | £756k | £1.2m |
Common questions
Is THE QUEEN ELIZABETH HOSPITAL KING'S LYNN CHARITABLE FUND financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total funds decreased significantly to £2.2m from £5.0m in the prior year, driven by a large increase in charitable expenditure to £3.1m, primarily for a surgical robot and the Peddars Way unit. The trustees confirm the charity has sufficient cash reserves to meet liabilities for at least 12 months, with no material uncertainties identified regarding its ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Whitings LLP.
Who funds THE QUEEN ELIZABETH HOSPITAL KING'S LYNN CHARITABLE FUND?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE QUEEN ELIZABETH HOSPITAL KING'S LYNN CHARITABLE FUND as a grant recipient include Royal Warrant Holders' Charity.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Warrant Holders' Charity | FY2025 | £3k | |
| Royal Warrant Holders' Charity | FY2024 | £3k |