Botanical Society Of Britain And Ireland
Also known as: Bsbi
THE BOTANICAL SOCIETY OF BRITAIN AND IRELAND IS THE SUCCESSOR BODY OF THE BOTANICAL SOCIETY OF THE BRITISH ISLES (CHARITY NO 212560) AND COMMENCED ACTIVITIES ON 1 NOVEMBER 2013. ITS PURPOSE IS TO SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGE AMATEUR AND PROFESSIONAL BOTANISTS TO PARTICIPATE IN RESEARCH INTO THE TAXONOMY, ECOLOGY, BIOGEOGRAPHY AND CONSERVATION OF THE BRITISH AND IRISH FLORA.
Activities & Mission
THE BOTANICAL SOCIETY OF BRITAIN AND IRELAND IS THE SUCCESSOR BODY OF THE BOTANICAL SOCIETY OF THE BRITISH ISLES (CHARITY NO 212560) AND COMMENCED ACTIVITIES ON 1 NOVEMBER 2013. ITS PURPOSE IS TO SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGE AMATEUR AND PROFESSIONAL BOTANISTS TO PARTICIPATE IN RESEARCH INTO THE TAXONOMY, ECOLOGY, BIOGEOGRAPHY AND CONSERVATION OF THE BRITISH AND IRISH FLORA.
Grants
Botanical Society Of Britain And Ireland makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £918,759
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, the environment, conservation, or heritage and recreation
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,372,222 | £918,759 | £783,706 | £1,463,728 | £1,445,240 | 16 / 400 |
| 2024 | £818,239 | £697,061 | £559,230 | £1,008,868 | £1,008,868 | 13 / 400 |
| 2023 | £538,427 | £622,466 | £527,060 | £834,425 | £834,425 | 12 / 350 |
| 2022 | £459,438 | £500,828 | 0 / 300 | |||
| 2021 | £396,354 | £421,899 | 0 / 300 |
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Frequently asked questions about Botanical Society Of Britain And Ireland
What does Botanical Society Of Britain And Ireland do?
THE BOTANICAL SOCIETY OF BRITAIN AND IRELAND IS THE SUCCESSOR BODY OF THE BOTANICAL SOCIETY OF THE BRITISH ISLES (CHARITY NO 212560) AND COMMENCED ACTIVITIES ON 1 NOVEMBER 2013. ITS PURPOSE IS TO SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGE AMATEUR AND PROFESSIONAL BOTANISTS TO PARTICIPATE IN RESEARCH INTO THE TAXONOMY, ECOLOGY, BIOGEOGRAPHY AND CONSERVATION OF THE BRITISH AND IRISH FLORA.
How much income did Botanical Society Of Britain And Ireland report in 2025?
Botanical Society Of Britain And Ireland reported total income of £1.37m and reported expenditure of £919k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Botanical Society Of Britain And Ireland registered as a charity?
Botanical Society Of Britain And Ireland was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 July 2013 as charity number 1152954. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Botanical Society Of Britain And Ireland?
Botanical Society Of Britain And Ireland is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Botanical Society Of Britain And Ireland operate?
Botanical Society Of Britain And Ireland operates across 7 areas, including Guernsey, Ireland, Isle Of Man and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Botanical Society Of Britain And Ireland a registered charity?
Yes — Botanical Society Of Britain And Ireland is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152954.
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Also Known As
- Bsbi
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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