THE MANSION HOUSE
The Mansion House represents the official residence of the Lord Mayor and as such is used for a wide range of Civic events, such as Civic lunches and dinners, the Lady Mayoress at HOME receptions for visiting dignitaries to the City and coffee mornings in aid of local charities, particularly those linked to the Lord Mayor's themes for their year in office.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £79,535 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in negative unrestricted funds of £1,224,608. The trustees rely on ongoing support from Newcastle City Council to maintain adequate resources for future operations, noting that a longer-term plan is required to ensure the Mansion House's viability.
What the accounts disclose
“The balance sheet shows negative unrestricted funds of £1,224,608 at 31 March 2025 (2024: £1,145,073).” — page 5
“The Trustee has considered current and future activity of the Newcastle Mansion House Trust and the support offered through Newcastle City Council and concluded there is a reasonable expectation that the Charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. A longer term plan needs to be considered and put in place to ensure the viability and sustainability of the Mansion House for the future.”
“The administration of the Trust is carried out by the Resources Directorate of Newcastle City Council. The cost for these support services in 2025 was £39,015 (2024: £43,211). The support services include Accountancy, Organisation Development, Legal, Audit, Financial System Support and other Central Administration Support. In addition to the above, Newcastle City provided direct services of £40,029 (2024: £39,831). Included in the income of the Mansion House Trust is £40,079 (2024: £42,756) from Newcastle City Council which made a contribution of £12,360 (2024: £12,360) in addition to charges for the use as a Mansion House. An amount of £1,205,766 (2024: £1,132,189) was owed to Newcastle City Council at 31/03/2025 (2024: £1,132,189) which is included in creditors falling due within one year. The charitable trust has cash on deposit amounting to £181,544 (2024: £181,544) which is held by Newcastle City Council. An amount of £38,172 (2024: £27,000) was owed from Newcastle Mansion House Trading Limited to the charity at the year end and is included in debtors.” — page 23
“The Charitable Trust controls and owns Newcastle Mansion House Trading Limited (company number 09839915). The subsidiary is 100% owned by the Newcastle Mansion House Trust with £1 of ordinary share capital held in the name of the Newcastle Mansion House Trustee, Newcastle City Council.” — page 19
Care Quality Commission ratings
- Mansion House: Good
Trustees
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £80k | £160k |
| 31/03/2024 | £60k | £172k |
| 31/03/2023 | £47k | £174k |
| 31/03/2022 | £52k | £133k |
| 31/03/2021 | £27k | £164k |
Common questions
Is THE MANSION HOUSE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £79,535 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in negative unrestricted funds of £1,224,608. The trustees rely on ongoing support from Newcastle City Council to maintain adequate resources for future operations, noting that a longer-term plan is required to ensure the Mansion House's viability. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.