THE MISTERTON 77 CHARITABLE TRUST
The Charity continues to maintain part of the grounds at Misterton Hall together with the Rutland Room. These facilities are made available, usually in conjunction with Help the Aged, to aged or disabled persons to fish in the lake or attend social functions.
Objects
THE RELIEF AND BENEFIT OF AGED AND DISABLED PERSONS IN ANY MANNER WHICH NOW IS OR HEREAFTER MAY BE DEEMED BY LAW TO BE CHARITABLE. (SEE DEEDS FOR FULL DETAILS).
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £850,217, significantly exceeding its stated required level of £25,000. Per the trustees' report, the majority of funds are maintained in a portfolio of investments to generate income for future maintenance of grounds and facilities. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention during the examination of the accounts.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year, the trust paid rent for the use of the Rutland Room of £340 (2024: £340) to the Frank Craven Trust, in which trustee Mrs HJ Craven is also a trustee/Director. This amount is included in the statement of financial activities.” — page 12
“During the year, Craven Builders Ltd a company in which Mrs HJ Craven is a Director, paid costs totalling £10,144 on behalf of the Trust.” — page 12
“During the year, the trust paid rent for the use of the Rutland Room of £340 (2024: £340) to the Frank Craven Trust, in which trustee Mrs HJ Craven is also a trustee/Director. This amount is included in the statement of financial activities.” — page 12
“During the year, Craven Builders Ltd a company in which Mrs HJ Craven is a Director, paid costs totalling £10,144 on behalf of the Trust.” — page 12
Policies the charity declares
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Investing charity funds policy and procedures
- Investment
Trustees
- HEATHER CRAVENchair
- Christine Horsfall
- Rebekah Jeffery-Cooper
- Sally Hollis
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £38k | £14k |
| 30/09/2024 | £32k | £16k |
| 30/09/2023 | £39k | £31k |
| 30/09/2022 | £38k | £19k |
| 30/09/2021 | £23k | £24k |
Common questions
Is THE MISTERTON 77 CHARITABLE TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £850,217, significantly exceeding its stated required level of £25,000. Per the trustees' report, the majority of funds are maintained in a portfolio of investments to generate income for future maintenance of grounds and facilities. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention during the examination of the accounts. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.