Field Studies Council
Also known as: F S C
Our charitable activities are the 'bringing of environmental understanding to all'. We do this by the advancement of outdoor education, the protection of the environment and the pursuit of field studies.
Activities & Mission
Our charitable activities are the 'bringing of environmental understanding to all'. We do this by the advancement of outdoor education, the protection of the environment and the pursuit of field studies.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 69% of UK Environment charities with income over £10M (sample: 48). How is this calculated?
Higher than 69% of UK Environment charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 65% of UK Environment charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £18,669,723 | £18,629,421 | £17,929,490 | £16,099,222 | £500,000 | 297 / 15 |
| 2023 | £17,529,957 | £16,762,576 | £16,138,252 | £15,934,704 | £14,893,031 | 389 / 165 |
| 2022 | £17,021,639 | £15,964,355 | £15,395,768 | £15,096,207 | £14,173,973 | 368 / 162 |
| 2021 | £12,374,759 | £14,144,138 | £13,756,012 | £14,146,725 | £12,840,202 | 321 / 175 |
| 2020 | £9,485,142 | £13,089,036 | £12,091,822 | £17,849,794 | £15,143,540 | 373 / 94 |
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Frequently asked questions about Field Studies Council
What does Field Studies Council do?
Our charitable activities are the 'bringing of environmental understanding to all'. We do this by the advancement of outdoor education, the protection of the environment and the pursuit of field studies.
How much income did Field Studies Council report in 2024?
Field Studies Council reported total income of £18.67m and reported expenditure of £18.63m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Field Studies Council?
Field Studies Council has a program ratio of 96.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 69% of UK Environment charities with income over £10M (sample of 48 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Field Studies Council registered as a charity?
Field Studies Council was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 September 1963 as charity number 313364. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Field Studies Council?
Field Studies Council is governed by a board of 17 trustees. The chair of trustees is Prof PETER HIGGINS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Field Studies Council operate?
Field Studies Council operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Field Studies Council a registered charity?
Yes — Field Studies Council is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 313364.
Details
PRESTON MONTFORD
SHREWSBURY
SY4 1HW
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- 14 May 2026
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