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Heritage Charities That specialise in Natural history

Discover 85 Heritage charities that specialise in natural history. Use the search below to filter within these results.

85
Charities
£2,594,586,205
Total Income
£800,057
Avg Income
100.0%
Program Ratio

Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.

The Linnean Society Of London

Heritage, Leisure, Research

The Society's Royal Charter 1802 states the purpose as 'The Cultivation of the Science of Natural History in all its branches'. We have three key charitable activities:1) safeguarding and promoting our heritage collections; 2) advancing scientific knowledge and understanding; 3) engaging the public and educational outreach. Our vision is a world where nature is understood, valued and protected.

Latest Income: £2,632,979
Areas of Operation: England
Status: Registered
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The Bardsey Island Trust Limited

Heritage

The objects of the charity are to preserve, protect and improve, for the benefit of the general public, the natural history, historical, archaeological and religious sites and other amenities of Bardsey Island.The Charity's vision is also for Enlli (Bardsey Island) to continue as the exemplar of Welsh island life that supports a vibrant island community.

Latest Income: £467,231
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The British Entomological And Natural History Society

Arts, Heritage, Research

Our charity holds meetings at its rooms for the reading of original papers, discussions and lectures, it holds an annual exhibition, field meetings and workshops. It publishes a journal and entomological text books. It makes available a library and collections of entomological specimens. These activities have the object of promoting, advancing and diffusing research in biological science.

Latest Income: £361,400
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Palestine Exploration Fund

Arts, Charity and VCS support, Heritage

Learned Society for the study of the archaeology, history, geography, natural history of the Levant.-Publish journal PEQ;-Publish Research volumes;-Hold regular free lectures, exhibitions, seminars, conferences and courses at the premises and other venues-Give annual research grants;-hold research collections and literacy accessible to members-provide training for student volunteers

Latest Income: £262,653
Areas of Operation: Greenwich
Status: Registered
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Abbey Lawn Trust

Facilities, Heritage

To secure for the public benefit, the preservation, protection and improvement of listed buildings adjoining Tewkesbury Abbey. To educate the public in the history architecture and natural history of the area around Tewkesbury by the running of a museum.To provide a community and pleasure garden for the residents of Tewkesbury and its visitors.

Latest Income: £253,039
Areas of Operation: Gloucestershire
Status: Registered
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Thanet Countryside Trust Fund

Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Facilities, Heritage, Leisure, Research

Advancement of public education in ecology and natural history and the conservation, protection and restoration for public benefit of natural resources, natural beauty, animal and plant life and land of ecological or scientific importance throughout the Isle of Thanet. Provide for the benefit of the public facilities of a charitable nature for outdoor recreation in the Isle of Thanet.

Latest Income: £194,678
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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The Moira Furnace Museum Trust Limited

Charitable activities, Environment, Heritage

The main objects of the charity are to provide, establish and preserve facilities in the village of Moira in the District of North West Leicestershire for the purposes of the study of and research into its industry, archaeology, architecture, transportation, social history, natural history and the conservation of its flora and fauna for the benefit and education of the public.

Latest Income: £169,845
Areas of Operation: Leicestershire
Status: Registered
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The Farmland Museum

Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Heritage

The promotion of the education of the public in the social and natural history, geology and archaeology of England with particular reference to agriculture and agricultural history in Cambridgeshire and the Fens.

Latest Income: £159,105
Areas of Operation: Cambridgeshire
Status: Registered
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The Lytham Heritage Group

Heritage

To educate the public in the geography,history&natural history, archaeology & architecture of the Ancient Parish of Lytham;to preserve, protect, develop & improve buildings of historic or architectural interest;to foster & stimulate public interest in its history & heritage;to form & to encourage others to form a collection of material & make this available for public exhibition from time to time.

Latest Income: £92,162
Areas of Operation: Lancashire
Status: Registered
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The Somerset Archaeological And Natural History Society

Arts, Heritage

To promote the study of archaeology, natural history and history, with particular reference to the historic County of Somerset, in such ways, including publications and information technology, as the Board of Trustees may deem appropriate.

Latest Income: £87,802
Areas of Operation: Bath And North East Somerset
Status: Registered
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Cambridge Arthritis Research Endeavour (care)

Heritage, Research

Supporting scientific research into rheumatological conditions, taking various forms including laboratory-based investigation of the basic mechanisms underlying diseases of the musculoskeletal system, clinical research to investigate the features and natural history of these disorders, and to improve their management and therapy, mainly in the context of randomised clinical trials.

Latest Income: £77,841
Areas of Operation: Cambridgeshire
Status: Registered
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Friends Of Battersea Park

Associations, Environment, Heritage, Leisure

FoBP seeks to act for the public benefit to secure the preservation, protection and improvement of the Park as a place of historic and ecological interest, beauty, rest and recreation; to promote the conservation of the plant, animal and bird life of the Park and the Park as a semi-natural habitat for wildlife; and to inform the public of the history, natural history and other aspects of the Park.

Latest Income: £61,158
Areas of Operation: Wandsworth
Status: Registered
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The Heath And Hampstead Society

Heritage

To preserve parts of Hampstead Heath governed by the Hampstead Heath Act 1871 in their wild and natural state. To preserve the natural and characteristic features of the other parts of the Heath. To promote public interest in the study of natural history. To maintain the amenities and characteristics of the environs of the Heath and the buildings and streets of Hampstead.

Latest Income: £51,019
Areas of Operation: Barnet
Status: Registered
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The Selborne Society Limited

Charitable activities, Heritage, Research

To promote public education and research in natural history and antiquities and to publish the results of that education and research. To preserve and maintain, for the benefit of the public, places of natural beauty, scientific value and antiquarian interest.

Latest Income: £49,253
Areas of Operation: Ealing
Status: Registered
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Isle Of Wight Natural History And Archaeological Society

Heritage

We hold both field and indoor meetings throughout the year to assist in the study of natural history, geology and archaeology in relation to the Isle of Wight. We also manage a biological database and provide records to the Isle of Wight Council.

Latest Income: £36,264
Areas of Operation: Isle Of Wight
Status: Registered
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Wiltshire Archaeological And Natural History Society

Heritage

To educate the public by promoting, fostering interest in, exploration, research and publication on the archaeology, art, history and natural history of Wiltshire for the public benefit and to make donations and grants in furtherance of these objects.

Latest Income: £35,700
Areas of Operation: Wiltshire
Status: Registered
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The Bedfordshire Natural History Society

Environment, Heritage

The BNHS was formed in 1946 and its main function is to record the flora and fauna of the county of Bedfordshire. Over 20 recorders cover many branches of natural history study and their annual reports are published in the Bedfordshire Naturalist. The Society depends on annual subscriptions and members receive quarterly newsletter Wild about Beds and programmes of meetings.

Latest Income: £28,424
Areas of Operation: Bedford
Status: Registered
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The Wiltshire Ornithological Society

Arts, Heritage

The promotion of interest in and preservation of birds through conservation activities, field trips, indoor talks, the production of literature etc. and through collaboration with other interested parties such as the RSPB, BTO, local natural history groups and local government.

Latest Income: £24,923
Areas of Operation: Wiltshire
Status: Registered
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Whitstable Improvement Trust

Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Heritage

To promote for the public benefit the preservation, protection, development and improvement of buildings, land & features of particular beauty or historical architectural or public interest in or around Whitstable. To promote the education of the public in the geography, natural history & architecture and in particular of young people in environmental studies in Whitstable.

Latest Income: £23,466
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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The Gloucestershire Naturalists' Society

Heritage

Maintaining county recorders for collation of observations in all fields of natural history Publishing regular newsletters and publicationsMaintaining an active websiteRunning free public meetings on Natural History themes Running free public field trips to places of interest around the countyProvision of small grants in support of the Society's objectivesTraining young naturalists

Latest Income: £21,707
Areas of Operation: Gloucestershire
Status: Registered
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Bristol Naturalists' Society

Arts, Heritage

Organises walks and talks, carries out surveys and research into the natural history of the region, publishes two journals annually, the Avon Bird Report, and Nature in Avon, supports other conservation activity in the region.

Latest Income: £21,424
Areas of Operation: Bristol City
Status: Registered
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Holmesdale Natural History Club

Arts, Heritage, Research

Monthly lectures on natural history, physical sciences, local history and archeaology. Monthly walks and / or outings to places relevant to the Club's interests, mainly in the Reigate / Redhill area in particular and east Surrey in general. Research by members and non-members. Care of our Museum and library.

Latest Income: £19,819
Areas of Operation: Surrey
Status: Registered
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Buntingford Civic Society

Economic and community development, Heritage

1) To promote high standards of planning and architecture.2) To educate the public in the geographical/natural history and architecture.3) To secure the preservation,protection,development and improvement of features of historic or public interest.

Latest Income: £15,156
Areas of Operation: Hertfordshire
Status: Registered
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Wharfedale Naturalists Society

Environment, Heritage

To promote and foster the study of all branches of natural history and add to existing knowledge, both generally and regarding Wharfedale in particular. To promote the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment.

Latest Income: £14,445
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Northamptonshire Natural History Society And Field Club

Arts, Heritage, Leisure

Provide faciltities and accommodation for members to meet and discuss various Natural History acitivities, such as astronomy, photography, archaeology, history, geology, meteorology, etc

Latest Income: £13,039
Areas of Operation: Northamptonshire
Status: Registered
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Frequently asked questions about this sector

How many natural-history heritage charities are there in the UK?

There are 85 registered natural-history heritage charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.

Which is the largest of the natural-history heritage charities by income?

Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£589.5m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.

What is the combined annual income of natural-history heritage charities?

Natural-history heritage charities reported a combined annual income of £2.6bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.

What is a typical program ratio for natural-history heritage charities?

Across all natural-history heritage charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 100.0%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.

What is the average annual income of natural-history heritage charities?

Natural-history heritage charities have an average annual income of £800k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.