Beth Chatto Education Trust
Education, Inspiration and Enjoyment for all through Plants and Gardens. Courses, workshops and events in the subjects of horticulture, ecology, sustainability, wildlife and conservation. RHS qualifications, garden design, photography and art. School visits and Forest Schools. Garden activity programme for children and families. Community initiatives. Partnerships. Awarding student grant support.
Activities & Mission
Education, Inspiration and Enjoyment for all through Plants and Gardens. Courses, workshops and events in the subjects of horticulture, ecology, sustainability, wildlife and conservation. RHS qualifications, garden design, photography and art. School visits and Forest Schools. Garden activity programme for children and families. Community initiatives. Partnerships. Awarding student grant support.
Grants
Beth Chatto Education Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £102,113
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £105,238 | £102,113 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £212,651 | £224,626 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £85,612 | £124,220 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2022 | £259,246 | £237,097 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2021 | £49,680 | £77,664 | 0 / 2 |
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Frequently asked questions about Beth Chatto Education Trust
What does Beth Chatto Education Trust do?
Education, Inspiration and Enjoyment for all through Plants and Gardens. Courses, workshops and events in the subjects of horticulture, ecology, sustainability, wildlife and conservation. RHS qualifications, garden design, photography and art. School visits and Forest Schools. Garden activity programme for children and families. Community initiatives. Partnerships. Awarding student grant support.
How much income did Beth Chatto Education Trust report in 2025?
Beth Chatto Education Trust reported total income of £105k and reported expenditure of £102k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Beth Chatto Education Trust registered as a charity?
Beth Chatto Education Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 July 2015 as charity number 1162486. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Beth Chatto Education Trust?
Beth Chatto Education Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is JULIA MARY BOULTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Beth Chatto Education Trust operate?
Beth Chatto Education Trust operates across 3 areas: Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk.
Is Beth Chatto Education Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Beth Chatto Education Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1162486.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated