Open Road Norfolk Trust
To advance the education of young people in Norfolk, particularly but not exclusively those at risk of exclusion from school, with a view to improving their career prospects and supporting their development into mature and active members of society. This includes but is not limited to individuals who are NEET, young offenders, home schooled learners and older individuals seeking to return to work.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The charity reported a net income of £112,996 for the year ended 31 December 2025, resulting in total funds of £384,650. The trustees state they have sufficient reserves to meet obligations for a minimum of 6 months and aim to build reserves to a level recommended by the Charity Commission. The accounts were subject to an independent examination rather than a full audit.
What the accounts disclose
“We have sufficient reserves to meet our obligations for a minimum 6 months. We are also very mindful of our increasing costs and the need to continue building our reserves for our Kings Lynn premises upgrade project.”
Trustees
- TERENCE ARTHUR SMITHchair
- Amanda Jane Fewkes
- Andrew Clive Dodds
- DAVID JAMES FLUX
- Jonathan Charles PEARSON
- Kerry Heathcote
- LADY ROBERTS Georgina
- Lesley Bambridge
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £483k | £370k |
| 31/12/2024 | £391k | £352k |
| 31/12/2023 | £348k | £301k |
| 31/12/2022 | £302k | £252k |
| 31/12/2021 | £192k | £135k |
Common questions
Is Open Road Norfolk Trust financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The charity reported a net income of £112,996 for the year ended 31 December 2025, resulting in total funds of £384,650. The trustees state they have sufficient reserves to meet obligations for a minimum of 6 months and aim to build reserves to a level recommended by the Charity Commission. The accounts were subject to an independent examination rather than a full audit. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds Open Road Norfolk Trust?
Funders whose own accounts filings name Open Road Norfolk Trust as a grant recipient include LILIAN FRANCES HIND BEQUEST (TRUSTEES OF LADY HIND), THE LESLIE MARY CARTER CHARITABLE TRUST, THE CHARLES LITTLEWOOD HILL TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| LILIAN FRANCES HIND BEQUEST (TRUSTEES OF LADY HIND) | FY2025 | £20k | |
| THE LESLIE MARY CARTER CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £5k | |
| THE CHARLES LITTLEWOOD HILL TRUST | FY2022 | £1k | Welfare |
| THE CHARLES LITTLEWOOD HILL TRUST | FY2025 | £1k | |
| THE CHARLES LITTLEWOOD HILL TRUST | FY2024 | £0 | Education |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 03/03/2023 | £10k | Open Road West Norfolk |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 03/12/2021 | £10k | Mechanic Workshop Assistant Costs |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 25/06/2014 | £10k | OPEN ROAD COMMUNITY GO-KARTS PROJECT |