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Trust / foundation · Charity no. 1102857
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The Society of the Friends of Little Gidding is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 1102857. The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Cambridgeshire. The register describes its activities as: “To celebrate and commemorate Nicolas Ferrar, provide practical care and assistance in the upkeep of Little Gidding church, promote and arrange services, pilgrimages and educational visits and events at Little Gidding and elsewhere that celebrate and commemorate Ferrar's life and his lifestyle, and other historical…” Its charitable objects are: “(1) The advancement of religion, and in particular - (i) To give thanks to almighty God for the holy lives and examples of nicholas ferrar and those who shared his life at Little Gidding. (ii) to venerate his memory and to honour those ideals of Christian family life of which Little Gidding provided so perfect a…” In the year to 30 Sept 2025 it reported income of £3,694 and spending of £3,658.
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Latest income
£3,694
Latest spending
£3,658
- What it funds
- General charitable purposesEducation / trainingReligious activities
- Who it helps
- Other charities or voluntary bodiesThe general public
- How it gives
- Makes grants to organisationsProvides servicesActs as an umbrella or resource bodyOther charitable activities
| Year ending | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30 Sept 2025 | £3,694 | £3,658 |
| 30 Sept 2024 | £4,709 | £4,078 |
| 30 Sept 2023 | £4,143 | £5,178 |
| 30 Sept 2022 | £3,886 | £2,983 |
| 30 Sept 2021 | £3,132 | £8,636 |
Charitable objects
(1) The advancement of religion, and in particular - (i) To give thanks to almighty God for the holy lives and examples of nicholas ferrar and those who shared his life at Little Gidding. (ii) to venerate his memory and to honour those ideals of Christian family life of which Little Gidding provided so perfect a pattern. (iii) to take a practical and active interest in the care, upkeep and adornment of the church of Little Gidding and its precincts. (iv) to arrange, as occasion provides, for visits and pilgrimages to Little Gidding and, in any other ways that may be deemed fitting, to preserve the sense of Little Gidding as a holy place, from which the sanctity can never depart. (v) To assist and support the provision of accommodation and facilities for pilgrims and other visitors to come to, visit, or stay at Little Gidding. (2) To advance the education of the public in the life of nicholas ferrar at Little Gidding and also the connection of t s eliot with Little Gidding.
Where it operates
Cambridgeshire
- Also known as
- Friends of Little Gidding
- Trustees
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What The Society of the Friends of Little Gidding funds
The Society of the Friends of Little Gidding is registered under the Charity Commission purposes education / training and religious activities for other charities or voluntary bodies; the register records that it makes grants to organisations, provides services and acts as an umbrella or resource body. Over its last 5 reported years, to 30 Sept 2025, it spent £24.5k in total.
How to apply to The Society of the Friends of Little Gidding
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from The Society of the Friends of Little Gidding in its sources (last checked 4 Nov 2026). Its website (littlegidding.org.uk) 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 Society of the Friends of Little Gidding
Is The Society of the Friends of Little Gidding open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 4 Nov 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from The Society of the Friends of Little Gidding is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Where does The Society of the Friends of Little Gidding fund?
The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Cambridgeshire.
Does The Society of the Friends of Little Gidding give grants to individuals?
The Charity Commission register records that The Society of the Friends of Little Gidding makes grants to organisations, not that it makes grants to individuals.
How much does The Society of the Friends of Little Gidding give each year?
The register does not break out The Society of the Friends of Little Gidding's grants for its latest year (only charities with income over £500,000 file that detail). Its total spending in the year to 30 Sept 2025 was £3,658. Over its last 5 reported years its spending averaged £4,907 a year.
How large is The Society of the Friends of Little Gidding?
In its latest reported year The Society of the Friends of Little Gidding reported income of £3,694 and spending of £3,658.
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