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Epping Forest

The purpose of the Charity is the preservation of Epping Forest in perpetuity by the City of London Corporation as the Conservators of Epping Forest, as an Open Space for the recreation and enjoyment of the public.

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Activities & Mission

The purpose of the Charity is the preservation of Epping Forest in perpetuity by the City of London Corporation as the Conservators of Epping Forest, as an Open Space for the recreation and enjoyment of the public.

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
£12,374,168
Latest Expenditure
£10,204,866

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 82.5%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 2.8%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £5,365
Charitable Activities £12,346,759
Other Trading £0
Investments £22,044
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £10,204,866
Raising Funds £0
Governance £283,460
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£12,374,168
£10,204,866£10,204,866£10,121,367£8,225,10865 / 721
2024
£9,418,892
£8,352,871£8,352,871£7,951,749£7,067,02362 / 102
2023
£8,188,103
£7,601,136£7,601,136£6,885,339£6,633,40767 / 982
2022
£7,263,658
£7,351,365£7,351,365£6,298,463£077 / 105
2021
£6,640,112
£6,665,397£6,665,397£6,385,985£081 / 200

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Epping Forest

What does Epping Forest do?

The purpose of the Charity is the preservation of Epping Forest in perpetuity by the City of London Corporation as the Conservators of Epping Forest, as an Open Space for the recreation and enjoyment of the public.

How much income did Epping Forest report in 2025?

Epping Forest reported total income of £12.37m and reported expenditure of £10.20m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Epping Forest registered as a charity?

Epping Forest was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 March 1964 as charity number 232990. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs Epping Forest?

Epping Forest is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Epping Forest operate?

Epping Forest operates across 3 areas: Essex, Redbridge and Waltham Forest.

Is Epping Forest a registered charity?

Yes — Epping Forest is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 232990.

Details

Address
CORPORATION OF LONDON
PO BOX 270
LONDON
EC2P 2EJ
Registration Date
24 March 1964
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
232990
Charity Number
232990

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Trustees

The Mayor and Commonalty and Citizens of the City of London

Sectors & Classifications

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