THE DUKE OF NORTHUMBERLAND'S CHARITY
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted free reserves stood at £924,836, representing approximately eight years of future grant-giving requirements, while endowment funds increased to £7,576,436. The trustees confirmed that the charity meets the definition of a public benefit entity and prepared the financial statements on a going concern basis, citing minimal operating costs and sufficient reserves to continue operational existence for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“Various transactions were paid on behalf of the charity by the Trustees of the Will of The 9th Duke of Northumberland. At the year end a balance of £100 was owed to the Trustees of the Will of The 9th Duke of Northumberland (2024: £3,324). Interest is not charged on this balance and the balance is paid off regularly.” — page 24
“During the year, a profit share distribution of £200,000 (2024: £250,000) was received from Crowther Partnership LLP, a joint venture in which the charity has a 50% share in, alongside The Trustees of the Will of the 9th Duke of Northumberland.” — page 24
“Various transactions were paid on behalf of the charity by the Trustees of the Will of The 9th Duke of Northumberland. At the year end a balance of £100 was owed to the Trustees of the Will of The 9th Duke of Northumberland (2024: £3,324). Interest is not charged on this balance and the balance is paid off regularly.” — page 24
“During the year, a profit share distribution of £200,000 (2024: £250,000) was received from Crowther Partnership LLP, a joint venture in which the charity has a 50% share in, alongside The Trustees of the Will of the 9th Duke of Northumberland.” — page 24
“Various transactions were paid on behalf of the charity by the Trustees of the Will of The 9th Duke of Northumberland. At the year end a balance of £100 was owed to the Trustees of the Will of The 9th Duke of Northumberland (2024: £3,324). Interest is not charged on this balance and the balance is paid off regularly.” — page 24
“During the year, a profit share distribution of £200,000 (2024: £250,000) was received from Crowther Partnership LLP, a joint venture in which the charity has a 50% share in, alongside The Trustees of the Will of the 9th Duke of Northumberland.” — page 24
“Various transactions were paid on behalf of the charity by the Trustees of the Will of The 9th Duke of Northumberland. At the year end a balance of £100 was owed to the Trustees of the Will of The 9th Duke of Northumberland (2024: £3,324). Interest is not charged on this balance and the balance is paid off regularly.” — page 24
“During the year, a profit share distribution of £200,000 (2024: £250,000) was received from Crowther Partnership LLP, a joint venture in which the charity has a 50% share in, alongside The Trustees of the Will of the 9th Duke of Northumberland.” — page 24
“Various transactions were paid on behalf of the charity by the Trustees of the Will of The 9th Duke of Northumberland. At the year end a balance of £100 was owed to the Trustees of the Will of The 9th Duke of Northumberland (2024: £3,324). Interest is not charged on this balance and the balance is paid off regularly.” — page 24
“During the year, a profit share distribution of £200,000 (2024: £250,000) was received from Crowther Partnership LLP, a joint venture in which the charity has a 50% share in, alongside The Trustees of the Will of the 9th Duke of Northumberland.” — page 24
Trustees
- HIS GRACE THE 12TH DUKE OF NORTHUMBERLANDchair
- Lord James Percy
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £203k | £183k |
| 31/03/2024 | £190k | £167k |
| 31/03/2023 | £217k | £128k |
| 31/03/2022 | £276k | £202k |
| 31/03/2021 | £201k | £213k |
Common questions
Is THE DUKE OF NORTHUMBERLAND'S CHARITY financially healthy?
The accounts state that unrestricted free reserves stood at £924,836, representing approximately eight years of future grant-giving requirements, while endowment funds increased to £7,576,436. The trustees confirmed that the charity meets the definition of a public benefit entity and prepared the financial statements on a going concern basis, citing minimal operating costs and sufficient reserves to continue operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by UNW LLP.