Friends Of The Harris Garden
To advance the education of the public in botany and horticulture by supporting thedevelopment of the Harris Garden as an amenity, in partnership with the University ofReading. To support and fundraise for selected charities through open days.
Activities & Mission
To advance the education of the public in botany and horticulture by supporting thedevelopment of the Harris Garden as an amenity, in partnership with the University ofReading. To support and fundraise for selected charities through open days.
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
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2019 — Friends of the Harris Garden (organisation 4044090)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,045 | £235 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £16,077 | £502 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £629 | £399 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2022 | £904 | £3,087 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £1,714 | £178 | 0 / 15 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Friends Of The Harris Garden
What does Friends Of The Harris Garden do?
To advance the education of the public in botany and horticulture by supporting thedevelopment of the Harris Garden as an amenity, in partnership with the University ofReading. To support and fundraise for selected charities through open days.
How much income did Friends Of The Harris Garden report in 2025?
Friends Of The Harris Garden reported total income of £1k and reported expenditure of £235.00 for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Of The Harris Garden registered as a charity?
Friends Of The Harris Garden was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 March 2017 as charity number 1171905. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Friends Of The Harris Garden?
Friends Of The Harris Garden is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Jordan Bilsborrow. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of The Harris Garden operate?
Friends Of The Harris Garden operates across 2 areas: Reading and Wokingham.
Is Friends Of The Harris Garden a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of The Harris Garden is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171905.
Details
School of Biological Sciences
University of Reading
Whiteknights
Reading
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- 30 July 2026
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