THE LUTYENS TRUST
To promote the preservation for the benefit of the public, buildings, gardens and objects designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens (including gardens designed in partnership with Miss Gertrude Jekyll). To inform and educate the public about Lutyens buildings, gardens and objects. To provide information and support to owners of Lutyens buildings. To undertake and promote any form of research into Lutyens work
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the Trust reported a net unrestricted deficit of £5,033 for the year, reducing unrestricted funds to £94,841. However, the trustees report that the financial position remains strong due to heritage assets and cash balances, despite increased running costs associated with the appointment of a Director.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Clive William Asletchair
- CHARLES PATRICK LUTYENS
- CHARLES WHEELTON HIND FSA
- DOCTOR MERVYN KEITH MILLER
- David Michael Pittaway QC
- MARTIN CRAWFORD LUTYENS
- Mr Mark Lutyens
- PAUL JONATHAN DOUGLAS WAITE
- Rebecca Eloise Lilley
- Robert John Edward Kerr
- Stuart Patrick Martin
- Suzanne Jane Marriott
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £59k | £64k |
| 31/03/2024 | £61k | £71k |
| 31/03/2023 | £24k | £26k |
| 31/03/2022 | £166k | £112k |
| 31/03/2021 | £32k | £34k |
Common questions
Is THE LUTYENS TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the Trust reported a net unrestricted deficit of £5,033 for the year, reducing unrestricted funds to £94,841. However, the trustees report that the financial position remains strong due to heritage assets and cash balances, despite increased running costs associated with the appointment of a Director. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE LUTYENS TRUST?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE LUTYENS TRUST as a grant recipient include THE WILLIE AND MABEL MORRIS CHARITABLE TRUST, THE REED FOUNDATION.
Shared trustees with funders
- Suzanne Jane Marriott — trustee here and at THE WILLIE AND MABEL MORRIS CHARITABLE TRUST
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE WILLIE AND MABEL MORRIS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £100 | |
| THE REED FOUNDATION | FY2021 | — |