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Chillingham Wild Cattle Association LTD

The principle activity of the charitable company is to maintain, preserve and improve the herd of white cattle (commonly known as the 'Chillingham Wild Cattle') in their natural surroundings in Chillingham Park, Northumberland, and to keep and maintain the same in their indigenous conditions, and in particular maintain their purity of breeding free from any admixture of extraneous blood.

Activities & Mission

The principle activity of the charitable company is to maintain, preserve and improve the herd of white cattle (commonly known as the 'Chillingham Wild Cattle') in their natural surroundings in Chillingham Park, Northumberland, and to keep and maintain the same in their indigenous conditions, and in particular maintain their purity of breeding free from any admixture of extraneous blood.

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

Latest Income
£231,857
Latest Expenditure
£170,558

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 73.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 73.6%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£231,857
£170,5580 / 0
2023
£164,964
£170,8650 / 0
2022
£358,623
£132,5590 / 0
2021
£146,685
£95,8860 / 0
2020
£139,685
£98,1270 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Chillingham Wild Cattle Association LTD

What does Chillingham Wild Cattle Association LTD do?

The principle activity of the charitable company is to maintain, preserve and improve the herd of white cattle (commonly known as the 'Chillingham Wild Cattle') in their natural surroundings in Chillingham Park, Northumberland, and to keep and maintain the same in their indigenous conditions, and in particular maintain their purity of breeding free from any admixture of extraneous blood.

How much income did Chillingham Wild Cattle Association LTD report in 2024?

Chillingham Wild Cattle Association LTD reported total income of £232k and reported expenditure of £171k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Chillingham Wild Cattle Association LTD registered as a charity?

Chillingham Wild Cattle Association LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 June 1963 as charity number 221071. It has been registered for 63 years.

Who runs Chillingham Wild Cattle Association LTD?

Chillingham Wild Cattle Association LTD is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHARLES BAIN-SMITH RIBA CA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Chillingham Wild Cattle Association LTD operate?

Chillingham Wild Cattle Association LTD operates in Northumberland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Chillingham Wild Cattle Association LTD a registered charity?

Yes — Chillingham Wild Cattle Association LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 221071.

Details

Address
WARDENS COTTAGE
CHILLINGHAM
ALNWICK
NE66 5NP
Registration Date
28 June 1963
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
221071
Charity Number
221071

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Trustees

CHARLES BAIN-SMITH RIBA CA Chair
CHRISTOPHER JOHN MULLIN
Frederick Charles Bosanquet
Louis Michael Rudston Fell
Also governs 1 other charity
Lucy Riddell
MICHAEL IVAN MALING HUTCHINSON
MR J RAILTON
PROF STEPHEN JOHN GORDON HALL MA PHD
SIR HUMPHRY WAKEFIELD BT FRGS MA CANTAB
Also governs 1 other charity
TERENCE JOHN PARDOE

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