DESFORD HERITAGE
Desford Heritage provides many opportunities to the residents of Desford and the surrounding area to celebrate the history of the village. This is done by delivering events, offering guided heritage walks and talks, putting on displays and workshops, maintaining and developing the Desford Heritage Trail, supporting individuals researching their family history and preserving the village archive.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds £42,790 in unrestricted reserves, which is significantly above its stated policy target of £4,138. With no liabilities and sufficient cash to finance planned activities, the trustees confirm the charity expects to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity received the majority of its income from fund raising events (2026: £27,847; 2025: £3,231).”
Funders the charity credits
- Leicestershire Archaeological and Historical Society Public Heritage fund
Trustees
- Katherine Helen Twitchinchair
- Catherine Anne Hutton
- JENNIFER HOLLIER
- PATRICIA CRANE
- Roberta Ann Treadwell
- Sarah Ann Brack
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/01/2026 | £39k | £21k |
| 31/01/2025 | £27k | £2k |
Common questions
Is DESFORD HERITAGE financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the charity holds £42,790 in unrestricted reserves, which is significantly above its stated policy target of £4,138. With no liabilities and sufficient cash to finance planned activities, the trustees confirm the charity expects to continue as a going concern. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.