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Trust / foundation · Charity no. 257123
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The Chester Cathedral Development Trust is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 257123. The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Cheshire West & Chester. The register describes its activities as: “To raise and receive funds for the restoration and development of the Cathedral.” Its charitable objects are: “A) for the restoration and repair and maintenance of the fabric of the Cathedral. B) the restoration and repair and maintenance of the organ and other appurtenances of the Cathedral. C) the erection of a bell-tower for the Cathedral and the re-hanging and maintenance of the Cathedral bells. D) the preservation of the…” In the year to 31 Dec 2025 it reported income of £7,428 and spending of £278.
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From the charity register and the funder's published information.
Latest income
£7,428
Latest spending
£278
- What it funds
- Religious activities
- Who it helps
- Other charities or voluntary bodies
- How it gives
- Makes grants to organisations
| Year ending | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31 Dec 2025 | £7,428 | £278 |
| 31 Dec 2024 | £11.3k | £281 |
| 31 Dec 2023 | £15.2k | £5,554 |
| 31 Dec 2022 | £16.4k | £3,116 |
| 31 Dec 2021 | £18k | £14.3k |
Charitable objects
A) for the restoration and repair and maintenance of the fabric of the Cathedral. B) the restoration and repair and maintenance of the organ and other appurtenances of the Cathedral. C) the erection of a bell-tower for the Cathedral and the re-hanging and maintenance of the Cathedral bells. D) the preservation of the Cathedral's treasures and the general improvement of the Cathedral. (for further details see clause 3 of trust deed).
Where it operates
Cheshire West & Chester
- Formerly
- The Chester Cathedral Appeal Fund; The Chester Cathedral Fund
- Trustees
- 2
What The Chester Cathedral Development Trust funds
The Chester Cathedral Development Trust is registered under the Charity Commission purposes religious activities for other charities or voluntary bodies; the register records that it makes grants to organisations. Over its last 5 reported years, to 31 Dec 2025, it spent £23.6k in total.
How to apply to The Chester Cathedral Development Trust
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from The Chester Cathedral Development Trust in its sources (last checked 4 Nov 2026). Its website (chestercathedral.com) may list programmes that are not yet open or are by invitation only. OpenGrant does not take applications; always check the funder's own guidance.
Questions about The Chester Cathedral Development Trust
Is The Chester Cathedral Development Trust open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 4 Nov 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from The Chester Cathedral Development Trust is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Where does The Chester Cathedral Development Trust fund?
The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Cheshire West & Chester.
Does The Chester Cathedral Development Trust give grants to individuals?
The Charity Commission register records that The Chester Cathedral Development Trust makes grants to organisations, not that it makes grants to individuals.
How much does The Chester Cathedral Development Trust give each year?
The register does not break out The Chester Cathedral Development Trust's grants for its latest year (only charities with income over £500,000 file that detail). Its total spending in the year to 31 Dec 2025 was £278. Over its last 5 reported years its spending averaged £4,715 a year.
How large is The Chester Cathedral Development Trust?
In its latest reported year The Chester Cathedral Development Trust reported income of £7,428 and spending of £278.
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