CLERVAUX TRUST LTD
Provision of education and care services for young people and adults with learning disabilities and difficulties, families and children. Reconnecting people to the land through practical lifeskills training. Provides enriching and worthwhile activities that are linked directly into the well-being of the community.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure deficit of £230,589 for the year ended 31 August 2025, resulting in negative unrestricted reserves of £(416,940). The Trustees confirm the charity is a going concern, supported by a letter of support from the parent company, Ruskin Mill Trust Ltd, which provides group financial support as required.
What the accounts disclose
“Charitable activities Fees from the provision of education, health and well-being services 522,434”
“Donation income of £214,100 (2024: £Nil) was received during the year from other group companies.” — page 22
“Included within amounts owed to group undertakings is an interest free loan of £896,925 (2024: £596,925) from Ruskin Mill Trust Ltd and an interest free loan of £93,848 (2024: £Nil) from Clervaux Garden School.” — page 25
“Donation income of £214,100 (2024: £Nil) was received during the year from other group companies.” — page 22
“Included within amounts owed to group undertakings is an interest free loan of £896,925 (2024: £596,925) from Ruskin Mill Trust Ltd and an interest free loan of £93,848 (2024: £Nil) from Clervaux Garden School.” — page 25
“Donation income of £214,100 (2024: £Nil) was received during the year from other group companies.” — page 22
“Included within amounts owed to group undertakings is an interest free loan of £896,925 (2024: £596,925) from Ruskin Mill Trust Ltd and an interest free loan of £93,848 (2024: £Nil) from Clervaux Garden School.” — page 25
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/08/2025)
Care Quality Commission ratings
- Clervaux Trust: Good
Trustees
- AONGHUS COINN HUNTLY GORDON
- Helen Margaret Kippax
- Ian Clements
- Tara Alexandra Gratton
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £831k | £1.1m |
| 31/08/2024 | £1.1m | £1.0m |
| 31/08/2023 | £1.4m | £1.4m |
| 31/08/2022 | £896k | £880k |
| 31/08/2021 | £701k | £872k |
Common questions
Is CLERVAUX TRUST LTD financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure deficit of £230,589 for the year ended 31 August 2025, resulting in negative unrestricted reserves of £(416,940). The Trustees confirm the charity is a going concern, supported by a letter of support from the parent company, Ruskin Mill Trust Ltd, which provides group financial support as required. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by RSM UK Audit LLP.
Who funds CLERVAUX TRUST LTD?
Funders whose own accounts filings name CLERVAUX TRUST LTD as a grant recipient include Army Benevolent Fund, THE ALA GREEN CHARITABLE TRUST, Moto Foundation.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Army Benevolent Fund | FY2026 | £4k | Family |
| THE ALA GREEN CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £4k | |
| Moto Foundation | FY2025 | £999 | Community grant |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rock Foundation | 21/10/2011 | £19k | Grant awarded to Clervaux Trust Ltd (Tees Valley) |