DAME ALICE LEIGH'S ALMSHOUSE
The Charity provides accommodation for needy persons who are near or over retirement age. Preference is given to those living within the parish of Stoneleigh but similarly qualified persons living within other parishes in Warwickshire are considered.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £885,239, which the Trustees consider sufficient to cover necessary upkeep costs. The charity reported a surplus for the year, with total net assets increasing to £2,336,700, supported by significant investment gains. The Trustees confirmed that the financial statements were prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
“The clerk was remunerated (including accrued amounts) £16,310 (2024 - £11,584) during the year.” — page 17
“Resource costs were as follows: 2025 2024 Housing Management Costs 13,162 10,483 Repairs & Maintenance 63.406 15,178 Service Costs 31,944 25,569 Governance Costs 960 880 Donations 9.000 14,650 TOTAL £118,472 £66,758”
Year-over-year changes
- Top pay band moved from £11,584 (FY2024) to £16,310 (FY2025).
Trustees
- Quentin Mark Compton-Bishopchair
- Martin Alan Smith
- Patricia Bryniarska
- Petrica Bistran
- RICHARD HANCOX
- Sophie Alexandra Hunter
- Sue Crofts
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £80k | £118k |
| 31/12/2024 | £78k | £67k |
| 31/12/2023 | £91k | £70k |
| 31/12/2022 | £54k | £103k |
| 31/12/2021 | £62k | £106k |
Common questions
Is DAME ALICE LEIGH'S ALMSHOUSE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £885,239, which the Trustees consider sufficient to cover necessary upkeep costs. The charity reported a surplus for the year, with total net assets increasing to £2,336,700, supported by significant investment gains. The Trustees confirmed that the financial statements were prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of DAME ALICE LEIGH'S ALMSHOUSE earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £16,310 band.