CHARLES EDWARD SUGDEN'S ALMSHOUSES
The main activities are to provide accommodation for those who qualify under the trust deed.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated income of £42,920 against total expenditure of £51,011, resulting in a net inflow of resources of £1,690. Per the trustees' report, total unrestricted reserves stood at £370,896, which the trustees consider sufficient to fund major repairs and provide a buffer against unforeseen expenditure.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the charity that unrestricted reserves which have not been designated for a specific use are earmarked to fund major repairs as identified by previous and future quinquennial surveys and to provide a buffer in the event of any unforeseen expenditure.” — page 4
“During the year £6,350 (2025: £5,775) was paid for management charges to Abbeyfield The Dales Ltd, the Corporate Trustee. At 31 March 2026 £17 (2025:£1,431) was due from Abbeyfield The Dales Ltd.” — page 19
Trustees
- Abbeyfield The Dales Ltd
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £44k | £51k |
| 31/03/2025 | £41k | £45k |
| 31/03/2024 | £37k | £39k |
| 31/03/2023 | £32k | £37k |
| 31/03/2022 | £30k | £32k |
Common questions
Is CHARLES EDWARD SUGDEN'S ALMSHOUSES financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated income of £42,920 against total expenditure of £51,011, resulting in a net inflow of resources of £1,690. Per the trustees' report, total unrestricted reserves stood at £370,896, which the trustees consider sufficient to fund major repairs and provide a buffer against unforeseen expenditure. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.