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.
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.
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £10,696 | £25,197 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2024 | £11,283 | £28,109 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £12,846 | £33,404 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £12,018 | £33,815 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £18,894 | £29,838 | 0 / 1 |
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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
Porlock Weir Road
Porlock
MINEHEAD
Somerset
TA24 8NU
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