Dorset Hedgehog Rescue
Also known as: Hamworthy Hedgehog Rescue
TO PROVIDE A RESCUE, CARE AND REHABILITATION SERVICE FOR SICK, INJURED, OR ORPHANED HEDGEHOGS, TO FURTHER THE CONSERVATION AND PRESERVATION OF THE HEDGEHOG SPECIES, TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC TO FURTHER THE PUBLIC'S UNDERSTANDING OF HEDGEHOGS AND THE PROBLEMS THEY FACE, TO PROVIDE TRAINING IN HEDGEHOG CARE AND FOR GREEN SPACE MANAGERS AND GARDENERS ON HOW THEY CAN HELP HEDGEHOGS.
Activities & Mission
TO PROVIDE A RESCUE, CARE AND REHABILITATION SERVICE FOR SICK, INJURED, OR ORPHANED HEDGEHOGS, TO FURTHER THE CONSERVATION AND PRESERVATION OF THE HEDGEHOG SPECIES, TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC TO FURTHER THE PUBLIC'S UNDERSTANDING OF HEDGEHOGS AND THE PROBLEMS THEY FACE, TO PROVIDE TRAINING IN HEDGEHOG CARE AND FOR GREEN SPACE MANAGERS AND GARDENERS ON HOW THEY CAN HELP HEDGEHOGS.
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
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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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £190,789 | £11,875 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £22,206 | £31,622 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2022 | £32,302 | £21,259 | 0 / 38 | |||
| 2021 | £28,970 | £22,113 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2020 | £19,865 | £14,936 | 0 / 30 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Dorset Hedgehog Rescue
What does Dorset Hedgehog Rescue do?
TO PROVIDE A RESCUE, CARE AND REHABILITATION SERVICE FOR SICK, INJURED, OR ORPHANED HEDGEHOGS, TO FURTHER THE CONSERVATION AND PRESERVATION OF THE HEDGEHOG SPECIES, TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC TO FURTHER THE PUBLIC'S UNDERSTANDING OF HEDGEHOGS AND THE PROBLEMS THEY FACE, TO PROVIDE TRAINING IN HEDGEHOG CARE AND FOR GREEN SPACE MANAGERS AND GARDENERS ON HOW THEY CAN HELP HEDGEHOGS.
How much income did Dorset Hedgehog Rescue report in 2024?
Dorset Hedgehog Rescue reported total income of £191k and reported expenditure of £12k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Dorset Hedgehog Rescue registered as a charity?
Dorset Hedgehog Rescue was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 November 2019 as charity number 1186680. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Dorset Hedgehog Rescue?
Dorset Hedgehog Rescue is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is James Matthew Dunne. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Dorset Hedgehog Rescue operate?
Dorset Hedgehog Rescue operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Dorset Hedgehog Rescue a registered charity?
Yes — Dorset Hedgehog Rescue is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1186680.
Details
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DORCHESTER
Dorset
DT2 7HL
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Also Known As
- Hamworthy Hedgehog Rescue
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- 14 May 2026
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