Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary
The principal aim of the charity is the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homingh (except for our equines and farm animals) of stray and unwanted animals. The Charity provides care and shelter for stray, neglected and unwanted animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, horses, donkeys, goats, sheep, cows and pigs.
Activities & Mission
The principal aim of the charity is the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homingh (except for our equines and farm animals) of stray and unwanted animals. The Charity provides care and shelter for stray, neglected and unwanted animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, horses, donkeys, goats, sheep, cows and pigs.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 64% of UK Animals charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 59). How is this calculated?
Higher than 81% of UK Animals charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 75% of UK Animals 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,830,043 | £1,789,991 | £1,689,093 | £3,927,440 | £3,927,440 | 40 / 40 |
| 2023 | £1,585,581 | £1,482,609 | £1,405,877 | £3,887,388 | £3,887,388 | 40 / 35 |
| 2022 | £1,548,547 | £1,330,155 | £1,263,023 | £3,784,416 | £3,784,416 | 38 / 35 |
| 2021 | £1,628,201 | £1,235,063 | £1,176,266 | £3,583,724 | £32,062,025 | 28 / 30 |
| 2020 | £1,105,846 | £1,374,078 | £1,315,309 | £3,143,569 | £1,500,000 | 35 / 30 |
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Frequently asked questions about Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary
What does Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary do?
The principal aim of the charity is the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homingh (except for our equines and farm animals) of stray and unwanted animals. The Charity provides care and shelter for stray, neglected and unwanted animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, horses, donkeys, goats, sheep, cows and pigs.
How much income did Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary report in 2024?
Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary reported total income of £1.83m and reported expenditure of £1.79m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary?
Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary has a program ratio of 92.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 64% of UK Animals charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 59 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary registered as a charity?
Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 July 2005 as charity number 1110503. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary?
Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Victoria Cooper. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary operate?
Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary operates across 7 areas, including Calderdale, Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary a registered charity?
Yes — Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1110503.
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