ANGLO ROMANIAN TRUST FOR TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURE
the principal objective of the charity is saving and preserving Romania?s historic buildings and the endangered architectural heritage of Romania and its surrounding environment
Objects
(1)TO PROMOTE THE CONSERVATION,REPAIR,RESTORATION, PROTECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF ROMANIAN HISTORIC AND ARCHITECTURALLY INTERESTING BUILDINGS AND THEIR SURROUNDS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC.(2)TO ADVANCE EDUCATION IN THE HISTORY,ARCHITECTURE AND TRADITIONAL BUILDING TECHNIQUES OF ROMANIA.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £4,155 at the end of the year, with a stated policy of maintaining only a cash buffer rather than significant reserves. Per the trustees' report, the charity's administration costs are low and it relies on grants and donations to finance its activities.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trust’s activities are financed by the grants and donations received from supporters.” — page 3
“The Trust currently has no commitments which require the maintenance of significant reserves and the Trustees therefore merely have a policy of maintaining a buffer of cash in order to smooth the funding of work in Romania.”
“William Blacker receives fees through the Trust as a consultant and to cover his expenses undertaking monitoring and research activities in Romania, and reporting to donors.” — page 2
“William Blacker receives fees through the Trust as a consultant and to cover his expenses undertaking monitoring and research activities in Romania, and reporting to donors.” — page 2
Policies the charity declares
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
Trustees
- WILLIAM O'NEILL BLACKERchair
- Thierry Kelaart
- WILLIAM FRANCIS HEATHCOAT AMORY
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £49k | £50k |
| 31/12/2024 | £49k | £49k |
| 31/12/2023 | £58k | £55k |
| 31/12/2022 | £40k | £40k |
| 31/12/2021 | £64k | £92k |
Common questions
Is ANGLO ROMANIAN TRUST FOR TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £4,155 at the end of the year, with a stated policy of maintaining only a cash buffer rather than significant reserves. Per the trustees' report, the charity's administration costs are low and it relies on grants and donations to finance its activities. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds ANGLO ROMANIAN TRUST FOR TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURE?
Funders whose own accounts filings name ANGLO ROMANIAN TRUST FOR TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURE as a grant recipient include THE HEADLEY TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE HEADLEY TRUST | FY2022 | £13k | For the full salary of an apprentice heritage manager based at Momentum in Romania. |