Holkham Charitable Foundation
General Charitable Donations
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £4,223 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total unrestricted funds from £5,456 to £1,233. The trustees confirm there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Reserves are retained at a level sufficient to generate income for distribution by way of grants at the discretion of the trustees.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year, the Trust received income of £51,077 (2024: £65,458), which included a donation of £50,572 (2024: 64,650) from the 8th Earl of Leicester.” — page 3
“Reserves are retained at a level sufficient to generate income for distribution by way of grants at the discretion of the trustees.” — page 3
“Donations from the trustees for the year totalled £20,572 (2024: £64,650). These donations were received without restriction or condition.” — page 11
Trustees
- Countess of Leicester Polly Maria Coke Countess of Leicester
- Peter Mitchell
- The Earl of Leicester
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £51k | £55k |
| 05/04/2024 | £65k | £61k |
| 05/04/2023 | £46k | £45k |
| 05/04/2022 | £51k | £63k |
| 05/04/2021 | £80k | £69k |
Common questions
Is Holkham Charitable Foundation financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £4,223 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total unrestricted funds from £5,456 to £1,233. The trustees confirm there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Reserves are retained at a level sufficient to generate income for distribution by way of grants at the discretion of the trustees. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | 01/04/2019 | £100k | Samuel Wyatt Vinery, Holkham Hall, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk NR23 1AB |