Friends Of Old Durham Gardens
THE FUNCTION OF THE FRIENDS GROUP IS TO MAINTAIN, PRESERVE AND CONSERVE THE ORCHARD; BORDER AND PARTERRE PLANTING; AND LAWNED AREAS OF THESE 17TH CENTURY, AUTHENTICALLY PLANTED, RESTORED GARDENS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC IN GENERAL. WE OPEN THE GARDENS TWICE A WEEK AND ARE INTENDING TO INCREASE THIS. WE INVOLVE THE LOCAL COMMUNITY, SCHOOLS, UNIVERSITY, COLLEGES AND BUSINESSES IN OUR WORK.
Activities & Mission
THE FUNCTION OF THE FRIENDS GROUP IS TO MAINTAIN, PRESERVE AND CONSERVE THE ORCHARD; BORDER AND PARTERRE PLANTING; AND LAWNED AREAS OF THESE 17TH CENTURY, AUTHENTICALLY PLANTED, RESTORED GARDENS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC IN GENERAL. WE OPEN THE GARDENS TWICE A WEEK AND ARE INTENDING TO INCREASE THIS. WE INVOLVE THE LOCAL COMMUNITY, SCHOOLS, UNIVERSITY, COLLEGES AND BUSINESSES IN OUR WORK.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £3,755 | £2,415 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2024 | £9,943 | £12,279 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £5,898 | £8,374 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £3,867 | £5,853 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £4,554 | £7,041 | 0 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Old Durham Gardens
What does Friends Of Old Durham Gardens do?
THE FUNCTION OF THE FRIENDS GROUP IS TO MAINTAIN, PRESERVE AND CONSERVE THE ORCHARD; BORDER AND PARTERRE PLANTING; AND LAWNED AREAS OF THESE 17TH CENTURY, AUTHENTICALLY PLANTED, RESTORED GARDENS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC IN GENERAL. WE OPEN THE GARDENS TWICE A WEEK AND ARE INTENDING TO INCREASE THIS. WE INVOLVE THE LOCAL COMMUNITY, SCHOOLS, UNIVERSITY, COLLEGES AND BUSINESSES IN OUR WORK.
How much income did Friends Of Old Durham Gardens report in 2025?
Friends Of Old Durham Gardens reported total income of £4k and reported expenditure of £2k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Of Old Durham Gardens registered as a charity?
Friends Of Old Durham Gardens was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 November 2015 as charity number 1164516. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Friends Of Old Durham Gardens?
Friends Of Old Durham Gardens is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Joy Brindle. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of Old Durham Gardens operate?
Friends Of Old Durham Gardens operates in Durham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friends Of Old Durham Gardens a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of Old Durham Gardens is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1164516.
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