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Dodford Children's Farm

Also known as: Dodford Children's Holiday Farm, Dodford Nursery Children's Holiday Farm

The Charity gives residential educational holidays to disadvantaged children from the City of Birmingham and the West Midlands. Children under nine years of age, some with special needs, come in small groups either with their school or parent(s). Founded in 1953, it has nine acres and many animals for the enjoyment and benefit of the children who have the opportunity to participate in their care.

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Activities & Mission

The Charity gives residential educational holidays to disadvantaged children from the City of Birmingham and the West Midlands. Children under nine years of age, some with special needs, come in small groups either with their school or parent(s). Founded in 1953, it has nine acres and many animals for the enjoyment and benefit of the children who have the opportunity to participate in their care.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£77,401
Latest Expenditure
£125,026

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 161.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 161.5%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£77,401
£125,0260 / 20
2023
£98,439
£90,8360 / 20
2022
£83,483
£87,1020 / 20
2021
£59,708
£74,6280 / 10
2020
£64,357
£71,4420 / 6

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Dodford Children's Farm

What does Dodford Children's Farm do?

The Charity gives residential educational holidays to disadvantaged children from the City of Birmingham and the West Midlands. Children under nine years of age, some with special needs, come in small groups either with their school or parent(s). Founded in 1953, it has nine acres and many animals for the enjoyment and benefit of the children who have the opportunity to participate in their care.

How much income did Dodford Children's Farm report in 2024?

Dodford Children's Farm reported total income of £77k and reported expenditure of £125k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Dodford Children's Farm registered as a charity?

Dodford Children's Farm was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 September 1967 as charity number 253596. It has been registered for 59 years.

Who runs Dodford Children's Farm?

Dodford Children's Farm is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is GRAHAM WYNNE MORGAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Dodford Children's Farm operate?

Dodford Children's Farm operates across 4 areas: Birmingham City, Staffordshire, Warwickshire and Worcestershire.

Is Dodford Children's Farm a registered charity?

Yes — Dodford Children's Farm is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 253596.

Details

Address
Ivy Cottage
Worms Ash
Dodford
BROMSGROVE
B61 9AU
Registration Date
4 September 1967
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
253596
Charity Number
253596

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Trustees

GRAHAM WYNNE MORGAN Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
DINAH SPILLANE
MARGARET EILEEN SHEWARD
Martin John Rathbone Lee
SUSAN JANE INSCH

Also Known As

  • Dodford Children's Holiday Farm
  • Dodford Nursery Children's Holiday Farm

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14 May 2026
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