Freshwater Habitats Trust

Also known as: Pond Conservation the Water Habitats Trust, Pond Conservation

Our mission is to excel in the understanding and conservation of ponds and all freshwater wildlife, securing their future for people to enjoy.

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Activities & Mission

Our mission is to excel in the understanding and conservation of ponds and all freshwater wildlife, securing their future for people to enjoy.

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.

Country

Northern Ireland Scotland

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£2,751,087

Latest Expenditure

£2,746,403

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 99.2%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 76% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 234). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 99.3%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 74% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 1.0%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 79% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,353,984

Charitable Activities £1,370,119

Other Trading £0

Investments £6,645

Other Income £20,339

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £2,727,893

Raising Funds £18,510

Governance £9,580

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.

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
2025	£2,751,087	£2,746,403	£2,727,893	£1,107,251	£348,491	43 / 2422
2024	£2,757,309	£2,688,944	£2,681,941	£1,102,567	£439,875	40 / 150
2023	£2,846,657	£2,444,444	£2,443,191	£1,034,202	£689,145	36 / 150
2022	£1,322,813	£1,281,511	£1,277,154	£631,989	£13,964	22 / 150
2021	£1,159,176	£953,453	£912,182	£590,687	£307,575	11 / 150

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Freshwater Habitats Trust

What does Freshwater Habitats Trust do?

Our mission is to excel in the understanding and conservation of ponds and all freshwater wildlife, securing their future for people to enjoy.

How much income did Freshwater Habitats Trust report in 2025?

Freshwater Habitats Trust reported total income of £2.75m and reported expenditure of £2.75m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Freshwater Habitats Trust?

Freshwater Habitats Trust has a program ratio of 99.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 76% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 234 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Freshwater Habitats Trust registered as a charity?

Freshwater Habitats Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 January 2005 as charity number 1107708. It has been registered for 21 years.

Who runs Freshwater Habitats Trust?

Freshwater Habitats Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sonia Shah. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Freshwater Habitats Trust operate?

Freshwater Habitats Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Freshwater Habitats Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Freshwater Habitats Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1107708.