Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society
Also known as: Perennial
Provision of casework and debt advice services and financial support to people employed in or retired from the horticultural industry who find themselves in difficulties arising from financial difficulties, ill health, disability, and /or old age. Support for education and training in horticulture.Preservation and maintenance of small gardens open to the general public.
Activities & Mission
Provision of casework and debt advice services and financial support to people employed in or retired from the horticultural industry who find themselves in difficulties arising from financial difficulties, ill health, disability, and /or old age. Support for education and training in horticulture.Preservation and maintenance of small gardens open to the general public.
Grants
Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £5,245,089
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people and people with disabilities
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, accommodation or housing and the environment, conservation, or heritage
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £4,955,386 | £5,245,089 | £3,761,410 | £72,176,944 | £5,300,000 | 74 / 375 |
| 2024 | £4,335,482 | £5,556,491 | £4,149,772 | £70,614,661 | £5,243,182 | 79 / 375 |
| 2023 | £4,614,296 | £5,997,215 | £4,243,212 | £66,818,339 | £4,482,543 | 80 / 615 |
| 2022 | £4,032,661 | £5,066,096 | £3,738,221 | £65,931,775 | £5,400,000 | 76 / 458 |
| 2021 | £5,191,750 | £4,315,218 | £3,218,122 | £76,014,656 | £6,229,694 | 69 / 352 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society
What does Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society do?
Provision of casework and debt advice services and financial support to people employed in or retired from the horticultural industry who find themselves in difficulties arising from financial difficulties, ill health, disability, and /or old age. Support for education and training in horticulture.Preservation and maintenance of small gardens open to the general public.
How much income did Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society report in 2025?
Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society reported total income of £4.96m and reported expenditure of £5.25m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society registered as a charity?
Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 December 2013 as charity number 1155156. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society?
Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul Rochford. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society operate?
Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society a registered charity?
Yes — Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1155156.
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Also Known As
- Perennial
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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