Freshwater Biological Association
Also known as: F B a, The Freshwater Biological Association
A membership organisation that aims to promote freshwater science by supporting innovative research and providing training facilities as well as being a source of sound independent scientific opinion
Activities & Mission
A membership organisation that aims to promote freshwater science by supporting innovative research and providing training facilities as well as being a source of sound independent scientific opinion
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 33% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 356). How is this calculated?
Higher than 34% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 34% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,018,809 | £906,045 | £798,499 | £3,405,989 | £310,531 | 18 / 4 |
| 2024 | £1,000,493 | £958,636 | £849,052 | £3,465,740 | £180,417 | 13 / 2 |
| 2023 | £955,081 | £907,132 | £771,668 | £3,334,805 | £290,000 | 10 / 0 |
| 2022 | £732,302 | £838,584 | £725,325 | £3,310,180 | £3,295,836 | 11 / 40 |
| 2021 | £631,321 | £803,526 | £304,295 | £3,333,755 | £3,319,411 | 12 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Freshwater Biological Association
What does Freshwater Biological Association do?
A membership organisation that aims to promote freshwater science by supporting innovative research and providing training facilities as well as being a source of sound independent scientific opinion
How much income did Freshwater Biological Association report in 2025?
Freshwater Biological Association reported total income of £1.02m and reported expenditure of £906k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Freshwater Biological Association?
Freshwater Biological Association has a program ratio of 78.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 33% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 356 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Freshwater Biological Association registered as a charity?
Freshwater Biological Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 May 1963 as charity number 214440. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Freshwater Biological Association?
Freshwater Biological Association is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christopher Simon Dessent. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Freshwater Biological Association operate?
Freshwater Biological Association operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Freshwater Biological Association a registered charity?
Yes — Freshwater Biological Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 214440.
Details
Association
The Ferry Landing
Far Sawrey
AMBLESIDE
LA22 0LP
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Also Known As
- F B a
- The Freshwater Biological Association
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated