NATIONAL LEATHERSELLERS COLLEGE
The National Leathersellers' College comprises a group of educational trusts registered with the Charity Commission to support the provision of technical education and research in connection with the leather industry in the UK.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds significant investment assets with a market value of £534,867 in permanent endowments and £85,214 in accumulated income, alongside cash balances of £40,921. Per the trustees' report, the charity's gross income does not exceed £250,000, and it elected to prepare receipts and payments accounts in accordance with Section 133 of the Charities Act 2011. The independent auditor confirmed that the use of the going concern basis of accounting is appropriate with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
“Income is provided from permanent endowments, held in the form of investments in CCLA COIF Charities Investment Fund ("COIF"), M & G Charifund (“Charifund”), and from cash deposits.” — page 2
Trustees
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/06/2025 | £27k | £22k |
| 30/06/2024 | £26k | £23k |
| 30/06/2023 | £193k | £190k |
| 30/06/2022 | £28k | £22k |
| 30/06/2021 | £24k | £22k |
Common questions
Is NATIONAL LEATHERSELLERS COLLEGE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity holds significant investment assets with a market value of £534,867 in permanent endowments and £85,214 in accumulated income, alongside cash balances of £40,921. Per the trustees' report, the charity's gross income does not exceed £250,000, and it elected to prepare receipts and payments accounts in accordance with Section 133 of the Charities Act 2011. The independent auditor confirmed that the use of the going concern basis of accounting is appropriate with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Buzzacott Audit LLP.