Avon Wildlife Trust
Avon Wildlife Trust is the largest local charity working to protect wildlife in the West of England area. With the support of 18,000 members, 800 volunteers plus corporate support, we are the largest local charity working to protect wildlife and inspire people.
Activities & Mission
Avon Wildlife Trust is the largest local charity working to protect wildlife in the West of England area. With the support of 18,000 members, 800 volunteers plus corporate support, we are the largest local charity working to protect wildlife and inspire people.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 30% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 520). How is this calculated?
Higher than 13% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 13% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,135,398 | £3,703,660 | £2,447,120 | £8,390,940 | £2,366,647 | 52 / 444 |
| 2024 | £3,628,405 | £3,611,504 | £2,300,261 | £8,959,202 | £403,281 | 52 / 779 |
| 2023 | £3,282,410 | £3,678,514 | £2,406,348 | £8,942,301 | £392,275 | 52 / 800 |
| 2022 | £3,521,440 | £2,819,906 | £1,920,718 | £9,338,405 | £473,732 | 28 / 800 |
| 2021 | £3,382,974 | £2,417,917 | £1,697,611 | £8,518,791 | £397,403 | 25 / 800 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Avon Wildlife Trust
What does Avon Wildlife Trust do?
Avon Wildlife Trust is the largest local charity working to protect wildlife in the West of England area. With the support of 18,000 members, 800 volunteers plus corporate support, we are the largest local charity working to protect wildlife and inspire people.
How much income did Avon Wildlife Trust report in 2025?
Avon Wildlife Trust reported total income of £3.14m and reported expenditure of £3.70m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Avon Wildlife Trust?
Avon Wildlife Trust has a program ratio of 78.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 30% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 520 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Avon Wildlife Trust registered as a charity?
Avon Wildlife Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 July 1980 as charity number 280422. It has been registered for 46 years.
Who runs Avon Wildlife Trust?
Avon Wildlife Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lara Burch. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Avon Wildlife Trust operate?
Avon Wildlife Trust operates across 4 areas: Bath And North East Somerset, Bristol City, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.
Is Avon Wildlife Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Avon Wildlife Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 280422.
Details
17 Great George Street
BRISTOL
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