Hammersmith Community Gardens Association
Also known as: Healthy Community Gardening Activities (hcga)
HCGA manages 4 community garden sites in Shepherds Bush, a glasshouse in Ravenscourt Park & Phoenix Farm in White City. We run volunteer programmes for people of all ages and abilities. In addition we work in local schools providing a range of gardening activities. We run environmental play activities, adult education classes & maintenance contracts. HCGA also works in Westminster and RBKC.
Activities & Mission
HCGA manages 4 community garden sites in Shepherds Bush, a glasshouse in Ravenscourt Park & Phoenix Farm in White City. We run volunteer programmes for people of all ages and abilities. In addition we work in local schools providing a range of gardening activities. We run environmental play activities, adult education classes & maintenance contracts. HCGA also works in Westminster and RBKC.
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
Higher than 52% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1712). How is this calculated?
Higher than 41% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 38% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 | £645,535 | £608,305 | £593,305 | £522,840 | £20,789,612 | 5 / 105 |
| 2024 | £511,749 | £517,806 | £497,806 | £485,610 | £207,896 | 7 / 110 |
| 2023 | £522,149 | £429,888 | £389,888 | £493,667 | £434,356 | 6 / 97 |
| 2022 | £500,153 | £427,176 | £409,676 | £403,406 | £0 | 5 / 72 |
| 2021 | £348,313 | £238,773 | 0 / 65 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Hammersmith Community Gardens Association
What does Hammersmith Community Gardens Association do?
HCGA manages 4 community garden sites in Shepherds Bush, a glasshouse in Ravenscourt Park & Phoenix Farm in White City. We run volunteer programmes for people of all ages and abilities. In addition we work in local schools providing a range of gardening activities. We run environmental play activities, adult education classes & maintenance contracts. HCGA also works in Westminster and RBKC.
How much income did Hammersmith Community Gardens Association report in 2025?
Hammersmith Community Gardens Association reported total income of £646k and reported expenditure of £608k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Hammersmith Community Gardens Association?
Hammersmith Community Gardens Association has a program ratio of 91.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 52% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1712 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Hammersmith Community Gardens Association registered as a charity?
Hammersmith Community Gardens Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 November 2005 as charity number 1111999. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Hammersmith Community Gardens Association?
Hammersmith Community Gardens Association is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Hammersmith Community Gardens Association operate?
Hammersmith Community Gardens Association operates across 4 areas: City Of Westminster, Ealing, Hammersmith And Fulham and Kensington And Chelsea.
Is Hammersmith Community Gardens Association a registered charity?
Yes — Hammersmith Community Gardens Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1111999.
Details
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LONDON
W12 9HY
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Also Known As
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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