THE LEATHER CONSERVATION CENTRE LIMITED
The Centre was established to co-ordinate and improve the knowledge, methods and working standards needed to protect and preserve leather objects for the benefit of the public, to promote research into leather conservation and to disperse knowledge through education and training. It has the more general aim to promote the conservation and restoration of leather objects for the public benefit.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the year in a strong financial position with total unrestricted and restricted reserves of £152,409. The trustees report that the move to a new site was achieved on budget and the organization has sufficient cash flow for known commitments. There are no disclosed material uncertainties or risks that would threaten the charity's continuation.
What the accounts disclose
“The current reserve policy is to maintain sufficient cash flow for known commitments, and the replacement of certain assets.” — page 6
“Related Parties The Centre has close relationships with the Worshipful Company of Leathersellers, the Worshipful Company of Saddlers, De Montfort university, Leicester county council and the National Heritage Lottery fund.”
Trustees
- ANGELA MIDDLETON
- JOHN WILLIAM TUSTING
- MARTIN PEBODY
- MIKE REDWOOD
- Nicole Gilroy
- Professor Sarah Scott
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £220k | £249k |
| 30/09/2024 | £229k | £129k |
| 30/09/2023 | £147k | £119k |
| 30/09/2022 | £106k | £145k |
| 30/09/2021 | £103k | £136k |
Common questions
Is THE LEATHER CONSERVATION CENTRE LIMITED financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the year in a strong financial position with total unrestricted and restricted reserves of £152,409. The trustees report that the move to a new site was achieved on budget and the organization has sufficient cash flow for known commitments. There are no disclosed material uncertainties or risks that would threaten the charity's continuation. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 13/02/2025 | £244k | "The Establishment of the Leather Conservation Centre in Pilot House, Leicester" |