the opening of a new academy in Bedford: Bedford Academy opened in September 2010, sponsored by the charity along with Bedford College. Other activities The Harpur Trust also owns almhouses in Bedford and the nearby village of Bromham. The Charity's endowment was valued at £53.9 million in June 2010 and it employs over 1,200 people in Bedford. Its current Chief Executive is David Steadman. References External links Official site Harpur Trust page from the Charity Commission – includes links to annual reports Private schools in the Borough of Bedford 1566 establishments in England Charities based in Bedfordshire Educational charities based in the United Kingdom Charities for the elderly based in the United Kingdom