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Greencombe Garden Trust

To permit the property to be used as and for a garden and arboretum for the enjoyment of the public and for the purpose of research by the growth and propagation of trees and plants with a view to the furtherance of the study and science of botany and the conservation of the nature and the increase of knowledge in respect thereof and the improvement of the methods and practice of horticulture.

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Activities & Mission

To permit the property to be used as and for a garden and arboretum for the enjoyment of the public and for the purpose of research by the growth and propagation of trees and plants with a view to the furtherance of the study and science of botany and the conservation of the nature and the increase of knowledge in respect thereof and the improvement of the methods and practice of horticulture.

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

Latest Income
£10,696
Latest Expenditure
£25,197

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 235.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 235.6%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£10,696
£25,1970 / 3
2024
£11,283
£28,1090 / 1
2023
£12,846
£33,4040 / 1
2022
£12,018
£33,8150 / 1
2021
£18,894
£29,8380 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Greencombe Garden Trust

What does Greencombe Garden Trust do?

To permit the property to be used as and for a garden and arboretum for the enjoyment of the public and for the purpose of research by the growth and propagation of trees and plants with a view to the furtherance of the study and science of botany and the conservation of the nature and the increase of knowledge in respect thereof and the improvement of the methods and practice of horticulture.

How much income did Greencombe Garden Trust report in 2025?

Greencombe Garden Trust reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £25k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Greencombe Garden Trust registered as a charity?

Greencombe Garden Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 February 1981 as charity number 281878. It has been registered for 45 years.

Who runs Greencombe Garden Trust?

Greencombe Garden Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Robert Kirbye Schmidt. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Greencombe Garden Trust operate?

Greencombe Garden Trust operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Greencombe Garden Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Greencombe Garden Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 281878.

Details

Address
Greencombe
Porlock Weir Road
Porlock
MINEHEAD
Somerset
TA24 8NU
Registration Date
4 February 1981
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
281878
Charity Number
281878

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Trustees

Robert Kirbye Schmidt Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
JAMES GORDON SHUTE HARRIS
Also governs 1 other charity
JANIE AVA ANNE GONNE CLIFFORD
Kim-Nora Moses
NIGEL ANTHONY ROWLAND

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